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Massey Ferguson 253 Specifications

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Engine Horsepower: 57 hp

Manufactured: 1988 to 1998

Massey Ferguson 253 Summary

The Massey Ferguson 253, produced from 1988 to 1998, is a utility tractor in the 200 Series. It features a 57 hp (42.5 kW) engine with a claimed PTO of 48 hp (35.8 kW). The tractor is equipped with a Perkins 2.5L 3-cylinder diesel engine. Available in 4x2 2WD and optional 4x4 MFWD 4WD variants.

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Massey Ferguson 253 Horsepower, Weight, and Specifications:

Production

Who manufactures the Massey Ferguson 253 and what type is it?

  • Manufacturer: Massey Ferguson
  • Type: Utility tractor
  • Original price: $20600 (1997)

Horsepower

What is the horsepower of the Massey Ferguson 253?

  • Engine: 57 hp / 42.5 kW
  • PTO (claimed): 48 hp / 35.8 kW

Engine

What type of engine does the Massey Ferguson 253 have?

  • Engine: Perkins 2.5L 3-cyl diesel

Mechanical

What are the mechanical features of the Massey Ferguson 253?

  • Chassis: 4x2 2WD or 4x4 MFWD 4WD (optional)
  • Steering: Hydrostatic power
  • Brakes: Wet disc
  • Cab: Two-post ROPS
  • Transmissions: 8-speed sliding gear or 8-speed synchronized manual shuttle

Capacity

What are the fluid capacities of the Massey Ferguson 253?

  • Fuel: 12.6 gal / 47.7 L
  • Hydraulic system: 11.4 gal / 43.1 L

Hydraulics

What are the hydraulic features of the Massey Ferguson 253?

  • Type: Open
  • Capacity: 11.4 gal / 43.1 L
  • Pump flow: 4.2 gpm / 15.9 lpm

Tractor Hitch

What type of hitch does the Massey Ferguson 253 have?

  • Rear Type: II
  • Control: Position and draft control
  • Rear lift: 2,621 lbs / 1188 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)

What are the PTO features of the Massey Ferguson 253?

  • Rear PTO: Live (two-stage clutch), Independent (4WD)
  • Rear RPM: 540

Dimensions & Tires

What are the dimensions and tire sizes of the Massey Ferguson 253?

  • 2WD Wheelbase: 76.1 inches / 193 cm
  • 4WD Wheelbase: 77 inches / 195 cm
  • Weight: 4020 to 4735 pounds
  • Front tire: 6.50-16
  • Rear tire: 13.6-28 (2WD)

Electrical

What are the electrical specifications of the Massey Ferguson 253?

  • Ground: Negative
  • Battery volts: 12
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