Engine performance and fuel economy
The Simpson powertrain is known across rural India for reliable starting and low diesel consumption.
- Engine Rating: 42 HP, 3-cylinder naturally aspirated Simpson S325.1 diesel engine (2,500 cc displacement).
- Low Fuel Consumption: Highly efficient direct-injection combustion chamber delivering exceptional mileage during haulage and light tillage.
- Cooling System: Water-cooled system with high-capacity radiator and recovery bottle for continuous operation in hot summers.
- Lugging Power: Generates substantial low-end torque, preventing engine stalling when cultivating hard, dry soil crusts.
Transmission, planetary drive, and hydraulics
Ferguson hydraulic precision provides sensitive draft control on varying soil profiles.
- Transmission: 8 Forward + 2 Reverse sliding mesh or partial constant mesh gearbox with smooth center-shift levers.
- Planetary Rear Axle: Epicyclic reduction rear axle distributes heavy drive torque evenly, preventing half-shaft breakage under sudden shock loads.
- Ferguson System Hydraulics: High-precision draft, position, and response control with 1,700 kg maximum hydraulic lift capacity.
- PTO Power: 540 RPM standard PTO delivering approximately 38 PTO HP for operating 5 to 6 foot rotavators and crop threshers.
- Brakes: Sealed oil-immersed multi-disc brakes or mechanical dry drum brakes.
Implement versatility, maintenance, and subsidies
Proper implement matching maximizes operational efficiency and preserves tractor longevity.
- Implement Compatibility: Handles 5 to 6 foot rotavators, 9-tine cultivators, 2-bottom disc ploughs, seed drills, and 3-ton haulage trolleys.
- Routine Servicing: Change engine oil and replace primary fuel filters every 250 operating hours; grease front steering spindles regularly.
- High Resale Value: Wide availability of spare parts and skilled mechanics makes the MF 241 DI an easily marketable tractor across India.
- SMAM Subsidies: Subsidies are available for eligible 40 to 45 HP tractors under the Sub-Mission on Agricultural Mechanization (SMAM).
- Apply through the national agricultural machinery portal (agrimachinery.nic.in).
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Common questions
What is the horsepower of the Massey Ferguson 241 DI tractor?
The Massey Ferguson 241 DI is a 42 HP tractor powered by a 3-cylinder Simpson diesel engine.
What is the advantage of the planetary drive rear axle on the MF 241?
The planetary (epicyclic) rear drive distributes gear loads across multiple planetary gears, providing higher torque and preventing axle breakage during heavy haulage.
What size rotavator can be operated with the Massey Ferguson 241?
The MF 241 DI operates a 5-foot or 5.5-foot multi-speed rotavator comfortably under normal soil conditions.
General guidance, not personal advice. For your farm, ask your local Krishi Vigyan Kendra or agriculture officer.
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