

When traction was good the position control lever could be set on “Low Pressure” (which provides a low pressure of hydraulic fluid into the lift cylinder), but if traction deteriorated then the position control lever could be moved to increase the pressure, increase the weight on the drive wheels and hence increase traction. A special pressure coupler attached between the lower links and the drawbar of the implement. Pressure control was a function which could be used to transfer the weight of a trailed implement onto the drive wheels to increase traction. The hydraulics system also came with the option of “pressure control”. The hydraulics on the 135 provided position and draft control, as previously available on the MF35.
MF 135 DRAFT CONTROL SERIAL NUMBER
Want to know MF135 serial number information? The more squared look of the body work gives that classic look, and with self cleaning foot pedals, a larger fuel tank and comfort seat, the tractor was well received by farmers for 14 years. The hydraulic system was slightly redesigned, lifting 3,150lbs at the lower links and incorporating an integral pick-up hitch. The 100 series tractors replaced the MF35x and MF65 tractors, retaining many of the much loved features of the 35 but with some added equipment. The 135 was the smallest in the 100 series range and was launched at the Smithfield Show in 1964, fitted with a Perkins AD3.152 engine which later gave 47hp.

The Massey Ferguson 135 was produced from 1964 to 1978 and is one of the best loved Massey Fergusons tractors. Want to check out our tractor maintenance videos? Click here to see what we've got!
