The Massey Ferguson 3120 tractor cooling system capacity is 47 gal | 177.9 L and coolant type is 50/50 ethylene glycol-based coolant.
Massey Ferguson 3120 Coolant Capacity Details
Cooling system capacity
47 gal | 177.9 L
Coolant type
50/50 ethylene glycol-based coolant
Radiator cap pressure
7 psi | 48.3 kPa
Coolant Capacity Comparison Chart
Coolant Capacity Comparison
This model
47 gal
Average
10 gal
Low
6 gal
High
16 gal
Benchmarks use practical low, average and high coolant-capacity ranges for the row-crop tractor category. Use the exact tractor manual before buying coolant.
Massey Ferguson 3120 Extra Coolant Notes
Engine horsepower
120 hp | 89.5 kW
Engine displacement
6 L | 365 cu in
Capacity note
For the Massey Ferguson 3120, the listed cooling system capacity is 47 gal | 177.9 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.
Radiator cap note
The radiator cap pressure listed for the Massey Ferguson 3120 is 7 psi | 48.3 kPa. Do not replace it with a random cap unless the pressure rating matches.
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 3120 Coolant FAQs
How much coolant does a Massey Ferguson 3120 take?
The Massey Ferguson 3120 takes 47 gal | 177.9 L of coolant. That is well above the normal row-crop tractor benchmark shown here, so treat it as a full cooling-system service job, not a quick top-up.
Is 47 gal | 177.9 L a lot of coolant for a Massey Ferguson 3120?
Yes. For this tractor category, 47 gal | 177.9 L is well above normal. This is the sort of refill where you want all coolant on hand before draining, because stopping halfway through the job is annoying and messy.
How many coolant jugs do I need for a Massey Ferguson 3120?
Do not underestimate this refill. A 47 gal | 177.9 L system needs about 47 one-gallon containers if you are using premixed coolant. If using concentrate at a 50/50 mix, plan on about 23.5 gal of concentrate and 23.5 gal of distilled water. In metric terms, that is roughly 36 x 5 L containers for a full premix refill.
What coolant should I use in a Massey Ferguson 3120?
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.
Can I use a different radiator cap on a Massey Ferguson 3120?
The listed cap pressure is 7 psi | 48.3 kPa. That is a lower-pressure cap, so do not upgrade it to a higher-pressure cap just because it sounds stronger. Too much cap pressure can stress hoses, radiator seams and older seals.
Is the Massey Ferguson 3120 coolant capacity large for its engine?
The Massey Ferguson 3120 has 120 hp | 89.5 kW and 6 L | 365 cu in listed alongside a 47 gal | 177.9 L cooling system. That is a lot of coolant for the horsepower figure, which usually points to the whole radiator, block, hose and cooling-package volume rather than engine size alone. 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.
