Massey Ferguson 135 | 45.5 HP

Engine & Power

• Most common engine: Perkins AD3.152 (3-cylinder diesel)

• Alternative engines in some markets: gasoline / petrol versions (e.g. Perkins AG3.152, or Continental petrol engines)

• Gross engine horsepower: ~ 45.5 hp (≈ 33.9 kW)

• PTO (claimed / rated): ~ 37–38 hp (≈ 28.0–28.3 kW)

• PTO (tested): ~ 37.82 hp (≈ 28.2 kW)

• Drawbar power (tested): ~ 33.06 hp (≈ 24.7 kW)

Transmission, Clutch & Gearbox

• Standard gearbox: 6 forward + 2 reverse (3 forward × 2 ranges)

• In later versions (from ~1970 onward) an 8-speed version (4 forward × 2 ranges) was offered.

• Optional “Multi-Power”: a partial power-shift (i.e. shift under load / high/low) giving 12 forward + 4 reverse gears

• Clutch: Dry disc clutch (~228.6 mm)

PTO, Hitch & Hydraulics

• PTO type / speeds: Rear live PTO, 540 rpm standard; ground-speed PTO (1.375 ratio) also possible in some variants

• 3-point hitch: standard rear hitch, with position & draft control systems

• Hydraulic system: moderate capacity (typical for tractors of that era) — operating for lift / draft control.

Dimensions, Weight & Tires

• Wheelbase: ~ 72 in (≈ 182 cm)

• Length: ~ 120.6 in (≈ 306 cm)

• Width (minimum): ~ 63.5 in (≈ 161 cm)

• Height: ~ 54 in (≈ 137 cm)

• Ground clearance (rear differential): ~ 11.5 in (≈ 29 cm)

• Operating weight (diesel version): ~ 3,130 lb (≈ 1,419 kg)

• Operating weight (gasoline / lighter versions): ~ 2,940 lb (≈ 1,333 kg)

• Rear tire (typical): 12.4/11-28 or similar sizes

• Front tire (typical): 5.50-16

Capacities & Other Specs

• Fuel tank: diesel version: ~ 10.2 US gallons (≈ 38.6 L)

• Oil capacity (engine): ~ 6 quarts (≈ 5.7 L)

• Coolant capacity: ~ 9.9 L (≈ 10.5 quarts)

• Transmission / hydraulic oil capacity: ~ 32 quarts (≈ 30.3 L)