The Massey Ferguson 1840E tractor cooling system capacity is 1.7 gal | 6.6 L, coolant type is 50/50 ethylene glycol-based coolant, and coolant change interval is every 500 hours.
Massey Ferguson 1840E Coolant Capacity Details
Cooling system capacity
1.7 gal | 6.6 L
Coolant type
50/50 ethylene glycol-based coolant
Coolant change interval
Every 500 hours
Coolant Capacity Comparison Chart
Coolant Capacity Comparison
This model
1.7 gal
Average
2.8 gal
Low
1.5 gal
High
5 gal
Benchmarks use practical low, average and high coolant-capacity ranges for the compact tractor category. Use the exact tractor manual before buying coolant.
Massey Ferguson 1840E Extra Coolant Notes
Engine horsepower
39.4 hp | 29.4 kW
Engine displacement
1.4 L | 88.5 cu in
Capacity note
For the Massey Ferguson 1840E, the listed cooling system capacity is 1.7 gal | 6.6 L. Buy slightly more coolant than the exact capacity so you have enough for topping off after air burps out.
Mixture note
Use the coolant type listed above and match the antifreeze/water mix to the operator manual and local freezing conditions.
Refill note
Refill slowly, run the tractor until warm with the heater circuit open if fitted, let it cool, then recheck the coolant level. Never remove a hot radiator cap under pressure.
Massey Ferguson 1840E Coolant FAQs
How much coolant does a Massey Ferguson 1840E take?
The Massey Ferguson 1840E takes 1.7 gal | 6.6 L of coolant. That is below the average compact tractor benchmark, so it is not a huge coolant job, but you still want spare premix for topping off.
Is 1.7 gal | 6.6 L a small coolant capacity for a Massey Ferguson 1840E?
It is below average compared with the benchmark on this page. That makes the job cheaper, but it does not make coolant choice or bleeding less important.
How many coolant jugs do I need for a Massey Ferguson 1840E?
This is a manageable refill amount. A 1.7 gal | 6.6 L system needs about 2 one-gallon containers if you are using premixed coolant. If using concentrate at a 50/50 mix, plan on about 0.9 gal of concentrate and 0.9 gal of distilled water. In metric terms, that is roughly 2 x 5 L containers for a full premix refill.
What coolant should I use in a Massey Ferguson 1840E?
The listed coolant is 50/50 ethylene glycol-based coolant. Ethylene glycol tells you the base coolant, but the additive package still matters on diesel engines, so match the manual or an approved equivalent.
When should the Massey Ferguson 1840E coolant be changed?
The listed interval is every 500 hours. Hour-based service matters most on working tractors that spend long periods hot under load.
Is the Massey Ferguson 1840E coolant capacity large for its engine?
The Massey Ferguson 1840E has 39.4 hp | 29.4 kW and 1.4 L | 88.5 cu in listed alongside a 1.7 gal | 6.6 L cooling system. That is a fairly normal relationship between engine size and cooling-system volume. Coolant capacity is not decided by displacement alone; the radiator, hoses, block passages and options all count.
Official information note
Mistakes do happen. Coolant specs can change by year, engine, market, radiator option and coolant chemistry. Check the operator manual, parts book and official masseyferguson.com website before draining, flushing or refilling the cooling system.
