Massey Ferguson 385 is one of the best, most reliable tractors in Tanzania . Agriculture in Tanzania is transforming and farmers are increasingly moving to modern machinery in order to enhance production and efficiency. MF 385, with its great strength, durability and ease of operation have made it the best tractor of small, medium, and large-scale farmers in the country.
If you’re planning to buy an 85HP tractor in Tanzania, check out AgroAsia’s brand-new Massey Ferguson 385. This guide covers its specs, features, and why it’s a top choice for farmers.
MF 385 Technical Specifications
The tractor is developed to provide reliability in the extreme farming conditions. These are the key specifications of it:
- Engine Power: 85 horsepower, Perkins 4-cylinder diesel engine.
- Torque: High pulling force on heavy loads.
- PTO Power: 70 HP or so, suitable with any farm implement.
- Transmission: 8 forward and 2 reverse gears.
- Hydraulic Lifting Capacity: 2,145 kg and this is sufficient to handle heavy equipment.
- Drive Choices: 2WD and 4WD.
- Brake: Multi-disc oil immersed brakes to ensure safety and reliability.
- Steering: Hydrostatic power steering is easy to control.
- Weight: 4WD: 3,000 kg.
With this specification, the MF 385 becomes a flexible machine, and it can be used to do various farming activities effectively.
Key Features of the MF 385
The MF 385 is fitted with features that have direct benefit to the farmers in Tanzania.
Powerful and Versatile: The tractor has 85 HP, which is powerful to perform all the key agricultural tasks such as ploughing, planting, harrowing, harvesting and even the transportation of goods.
Excellent Hydraulics: A lifting capacity of more than 2, 000 kg enables the tractor to be used to use heavier implements including disc ploughs, seed drills and trailers.
Comfortable Operation: Easy gear shifts, power steering, and a spring suspension seat can help farmers to work long hours without feeling fatigued. Newer models also have AC cabins to provide increased levels of comfort in hot weather.
Fuel Efficiency: The Perkins engine is so designed that it uses less diesel but at the same time providing high performance, which was to save farmers a lot of money in terms of fuel spending.
Durability and Reliability: The MF 385 is constructed using tough materials that can withstand harsh field conditions, dusty fields and extended working hours. It is a safe investment because of its reputation of being durable.
Available in 2WD and 4WD: Farmers have options of 2WD in flat fields, and lighter work and 4WD in hilly regions and heavy soils. This allows the MF 385 to be used in various areas within Tanzania.
Why Tanzanian Farmers Prefer the MF 385
The MF 385 has become the favorite tractor of many farmers in Tanzania due to a number of reasons:
- Adjusted to Local Conditions – The MF 385 has been adapted to work in a wide variety of soils: sandy, loamy, clay soils.
- Trusted Brand – Massey Ferguson is a household brand in Africa and farmers have confidence in its performance.
- Low-cost Maintenance- The spares and service facilities are very common, which minimizes downtimes and maintenance costs.
- Multi-Season Use – This tractor can be used the whole year round between land preparation and harvesting.
- High Resale Value-Due to its popularity, MF 385 has a good resale value in the second hand market.
MF 385 Tractor with Implements – Best Farming Package
AgroAsia offers the powerful MF 385 tractor along with essential farm implements such as a Multi-Crop Planter, Farm Trailer, Disc Plough, and Disc Harrow. This combo pack provides farmers with a complete farming solution, making it easier to handle all types of fieldwork with one reliable package.
Conclusion
Massey Ferguson MF 385 is not only a tractor device, it is a full farming package to the farmers in Tanzania. Its powerful engine, dependable hydraulics, fuel efficiency and easy maintenance make it provide all what farmers should to maximize productivity and minimize costs.
AgroAsia Tractors have brand-new MF 385 tractors on sale in Tanzania at fair prices, together with after sales and original spare parts. The MF 385 is the right investment that can enhance the productivity of your farm whether you are a small farmer or running a large agricultural business in Tanzania.
