The Massey Ferguson 1235 tractor engine horsepower is 32 hp | 23.9 kW, and PTO horsepower is 25.5 hp | 19.0 kW.
Massey Ferguson 1235 Horsepower Specs
| Engine gross horsepower | 32 hp | 23.9 kW |
|---|---|
| Engine net horsepower | 30 hp | 22.4 kW |
| PTO horsepower claimed | 25.5 hp | 19.0 kW |
Massey Ferguson 1235 Useful Horsepower Calculations
| PTO-to-engine power transfer | 79.7% of engine hp reaches the PTO |
|---|---|
| Engine size per PTO horsepower | 3.6 ci per PTO hp |
| PTO horsepower per liter | 17 PTO hp per L |
| Engine size per engine horsepower | 2.9 ci per engine hp |
| Engine horsepower per liter | 21.3 engine hp per L |
| Torque per PTO horsepower | 2.8 lb-ft per PTO hp |
| Fuel tank per PTO horsepower | 0.2 gal per PTO hp |
| Rated speed per PTO horsepower | 98 rpm per PTO hp |
Massey Ferguson 1235 Engine Specs
| Displacement | 91.4 ci | 1.5 L |
|---|---|
| Compression | 21.8:1 |
| Rated RPM | 2500 |
| Torque | 71.6 lb-ft | 97.1 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 |
Massey Ferguson 1235 Fuel, Cooling, Starting & Service Specs
| Fuel capacity | 6 gal | 22.7 L |
|---|---|
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Battery volts | 12 |
Massey Ferguson 1235 Horsepower Comparison Charts
Engine horsepower comparison
PTO horsepower comparison
Displacement comparison
Torque comparison
Rated RPM comparison
Engine size per PTO HP
Benchmarks use practical low, average and high ranges for the compact and small utility tractor category. Use the operator manual and actual engine/tractor configuration before sizing implements or judging working power.
Massey Ferguson 1235 Horsepower FAQ
How much horsepower does the Massey Ferguson 1235 have?
The listed engine output is 32 hp, close to the 35 hp benchmark average. That puts the tractor in a normal working range for this benchmark group, with 32 hp as the main engine number.
How much PTO horsepower does the Massey Ferguson 1235 have?
The listed PTO output is 25.5 hp, close to the 28 hp benchmark average. Use 25.5 PTO hp as the practical implement-sizing number.
How much engine power reaches the PTO on the Massey Ferguson 1235?
The PTO-to-engine transfer works out to 79.7%, from 32 engine hp to 25.5 PTO hp. That is a normal usable range for judging PTO implement fit.
How big is the Massey Ferguson 1235 engine?
The engine displacement is 91.4 ci, below the 110 ci benchmark average. Smaller displacement usually means less engine size behind each horsepower number.
Is the Massey Ferguson 1235 engine stressed for its PTO horsepower?
The engine has about 3.6 cubic inches per PTO hp, using 91.4 ci and 25.5 PTO hp. That points to a larger-displacement, lower-stress style setup.
How much PTO horsepower per liter does the Massey Ferguson 1235 make?
The output density is about 17 PTO hp per liter, using 25.5 PTO hp and 1.5 L of displacement. Higher hp/L means more output squeezed from each liter; lower hp/L usually means a more relaxed engine tune.
How much torque does the Massey Ferguson 1235 have?
The listed torque is 71.6 lb-ft, below the 95 lb-ft benchmark average. With 71.6 lb-ft listed, gearing matters more when the tractor is loaded hard.
Does the Massey Ferguson 1235 have good torque for its PTO horsepower?
The torque-to-PTO-power figure is about 2.8 lb-ft per PTO hp, using 71.6 lb-ft and 25.5 PTO hp. A higher number usually points to a slower, gruntier working feel.
What rpm is the Massey Ferguson 1235 rated at?
The rated speed is 2,500 rpm, close to the 2,400 rpm benchmark average. The 2,500 rpm figure is around normal for this class.
Horsepower and engine specs can vary by year, market, engine option, fuel system, test standard and tractor configuration. Check the operator manual, spec plate, parts book and official masseyferguson.com website before buying parts, sizing implements or making repair decisions.
