The Massey Ferguson 8S.305 tractor cooling system capacity is 13.2 gal | 50 L and coolant change interval is every 1,000 hours.
Massey Ferguson 8S.305 Coolant Capacity Details
Cooling system capacity
13.2 gal | 50 L
Coolant change interval
Every 1,000 hours
Coolant mixture ratio
50/50 antifreeze and water
Coolant Capacity Comparison Chart
Coolant Capacity Comparison
This model
13.2 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 8S.305 Extra Coolant Notes
Engine horsepower
301.7 hp | 225 kW
Engine displacement
7.4 L | 450 cu in
Capacity note
For the Massey Ferguson 8S.305, the listed cooling system capacity is 13.2 gal | 50 L. Buy slightly more coolant than the exact capacity so you have enough for topping off after air burps out.
Mixture note
50/50 antifreeze and water.
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 8S.305 Coolant FAQs
How much coolant does a Massey Ferguson 8S.305 take?
The Massey Ferguson 8S.305 takes 13.2 gal | 50 L of coolant. That is about normal for the row-crop tractor benchmark shown here, so plan it like a standard drain-and-refill rather than a tiny top-up.
Is the Massey Ferguson 8S.305 coolant capacity normal?
Yes, 13.2 gal | 50 L lands about where you would expect for this tractor category. The main thing is buying enough for a complete refill plus a small top-off amount.
How many coolant jugs do I need for a Massey Ferguson 8S.305?
Do not underestimate this refill. A 13.2 gal | 50 L system needs about 14 one-gallon containers if you are using premixed coolant. If using concentrate at a 50/50 mix, plan on about 6.6 gal of concentrate and 6.6 gal of distilled water. In metric terms, that is roughly 10 x 5 L containers for a full premix refill.
How much concentrate and water does a Massey Ferguson 8S.305 need?
With the listed 50/50 antifreeze and water mix, a full 13.2 gal | 50 L refill works out to about 6.6 gal of antifreeze concentrate and 6.6 gal of distilled water. If using premix, do not add extra water unless the product label says to.
When should the Massey Ferguson 8S.305 coolant be changed?
The listed interval is every 1,000 hours. Hour-based service matters most on working tractors that spend long periods hot under load.
Is the Massey Ferguson 8S.305 coolant capacity large for its engine?
The Massey Ferguson 8S.305 has 301.7 hp | 225 kW and 7.4 L | 450 cu in listed alongside a 13.2 gal | 50 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.
