Massey Ferguson 318GTX

The Massey Ferguson 318GTX is a garden tractor model from the 300 GTX series, manufactured from 1991 to 1994 by Ingersoll for distributor Massey Ferguson. It was available in two-wheel drive (2WD) version.

The Massey Ferguson 318GTX is equipped with a 691 cc (42.2 cu·in) two-cylinder gasoline engine with 79.0 mm (3.11 in) of the cylinder bore and 70.0 mm (2.76 in) of the piston stroke, and a hydrostatic transmission with infinite forward and reverse gears.

The Massey Ferguson 318GTX garden tractor features:

• The Kohler Magnum M18QS gasoline engine which produces 18.2 PS (13.4 kW; 18.0 HP) at 3,600 rpm of horsepower
• Power steering
• Open operator station

General specifications

General Specifications
Model	Massey Ferguson 318GTX
Tractor type	garden tractor
Production years	1991-1994
Factory	–
Dimensions and weight
Length	–
Width	–
Height	–
Wheel base	–
Weight	–
Fuel capacity
Fuel tank capacity	–

Engine

Engine Specifications
Engine model	Kohler M18
Engine type	4-stroke, L-head (side valve), V-twin
Displacement	691 cm2, (42.2 cu·in)
Bore and stroke	79.0 mm X 70.0 mm (3.11 in X 2.76 in)
Max. horsepower	18.2 PS (13.4 kW; 18.0 HP) at 3,600 rpm
Starting system	Electirc starter, 12V
Cooling system
Cooling system	Forced air
Air cleaner	Replaceable, paper element
Fuel system
Fuel system	Carburetor
Fuel pump type	Mechanical
Fuel filter type	In-line
Compression pressure
Normal:	7.7-8.4 kg/cm2 (7.6-8.3 bar, 110-120 psi) / 1,000 rpm
Valve clearance
Intake valve clearance:	0.076-0.152 mm (0.003-0.006 in)
Exhaust valve clearance:	0.278-0.354 mm (0.011-0.014 in)
Oil system
Lubricating system	Full pressure with oil filter
Oil filter:	Full-flow type
Oil type:	API SF or SG
Recommended oil:	Summer: SAE 30W Winter: SAE 5W-20, 5W-30
Oil capacity:	1.9 L (2.0 US. qt, 1.7 Imp. qt.)
Ignition system
Spark plug:	Champion RV17YC
Spark plug gap:	0.89 mm (0.035 in)
Spark plug torque:	18 N·m (1.8 kg·m, 13.3 ft·lb)

Transmission and chassis

Chassis, steering and brakes
Chassis	4×2 2WD
Steering type	Power
Brakes	–
Transmission
Transmission manufacturer or model	HY-Drive
Transmission type	Hydrostatic
Gears	Infinite forward and reverse

Tires

Tires
Front tires	–
Rear tires	–

Electrical system

Electrical system
Ground	Negative
Charging system	–
Charging amps	–
Battery	12V

Attachments

Massey Ferguson MF244: 44″ mid-mount mower deck with 3-blade
Cutting width	1,110 mm (44 in)
Massey Ferguson MF248: 48″ mid-mount mower deck with 3-blade
Cutting width	1,210 mm (48 in)