Massey Ferguson

Massey Ferguson 251XE

The Massey Ferguson 251XE is a utility tractor produced from 2001 to 2002. It features a Perkins 2.7L 3-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine producing 48 hp (35.8 kW) with a rated RPM of 2250. The tractor offers an 8-speed gear transmission with 8 forward and 2 reverse gears and a dry disc clutch. It is available in two- or four-wheel drive configurations with power steering, wet disc brakes, and a two-post folding ROPS. The PTO is live with a dual-stage dry clutch and operates at 540 RPM. The hydraulic system is open center with a capacity of 11.1 gallons and a pressure of 2540 psi. The tractor hitch is category I with top-link draft sensing and a rear lift capacity of 2425 lbs at 24 inches. Dimensions vary slightly between 2WD and 4WD models, with wheelbases around 78 inches and shipping weights from 4738 to 5238 lbs. The tractor uses 6.00x16 front tires and 14.9x24 rear tires. Electrical system includes a 12-volt battery with 750 CCA and a 35 amp alternator. Attachments include Massey-Ferguson 1040 and 1050 loaders with various lift capacities and operational specifications.
Power48 hp
Founded2001 - 2002
Model251XE

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Massey Ferguson 251XE

Power
Engine48 hp (35.8 kW)
PTO (claimed)45 hp (33.6 kW)
Engine
Typediesel
ModelPerkins 903.27
Power48 hp (35.8 kW)
Coolingliquid-cooled
Starterelectric
Cylinders3-cylinder
Rated RPM2250
Air cleanerdual dry
Bore/Stroke3.70x5.00 inches (94 x 127 mm)
Pre-heatingthermostart
Displacement165 ci (2.7 L)
Oil capacity6.3 qts (6.0 L)
Starter volts12
Coolant capacity9.9 qts (9.4 L)
Capacity
Fuel15.3 gal (57.9 L)
Hydraulic system11.1 gal (42.0 L)
Electrical
Groundnegative
Battery CCA750
Battery volts12
Charging amps35
Charging systemalternator
Hydraulics
Typeopen center
Valves2
Capacity11.1 gal (42.0 L)
Pressure2540 psi (175.1 bar)
Pump flow9.5 gpm (36.0 lpm)
Mechanical
ROPSTwo-post folding ROPS
DriveTwo- or four-wheel drive
BrakesWet disc brakes
SteeringPower steering
Production
TypeUtility tractor
Years made2001 - 2002
ManufacturerMassey Ferguson
Attachments
Attachment overviewMassey-Ferguson 1040 loader, Massey Ferguson 1050 loader
Massey Ferguson 1050 Loader
Dump time5.7s
Dump angle38°
Lower time4.0s
Raise time5.8s
Bucket width72 inches (182 cm)
Rollback time4.3s
Reach (dumped)20 inches (50 cm)
Reach (ground)69 inches (175 cm)
Rollback angle20°
Height (at pin)121 inches (307 cm)
Clearance (level)113 inches (287 cm)
Clearance (dumped)98 inches (248 cm)
Lift capacity (full at pin)3200 lbs (1451 kg)
Massey-Ferguson 1040 Loader
Dump time1.9s
Dump angle42°
Lower time2.3s
Raise time3.5s
Bucket width72 inches (182 cm)
Rollback time1.2s
Reach (dumped)25 inches (63 cm)
Reach (ground)63 inches (160 cm)
Rollback angle13°
Height (at pin)106 inches (269 cm)
Clearance (level)98 inches (248 cm)
Clearance (dumped)80 inches (203 cm)
Breakout force (at pin)3400 lbs (1542 kg)
Lift capacity (full at pin)3000 lbs (1360 kg)
Transmission
Typegear
Gears8 forward and 2 reverse
Clutchdry disc
Tractor hitch
Controltop-link draft sensing
Rear TypeI
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)2425 lbs (1099 kg)
Dimensions & Tires
Width72 inches (182 cm)
Rear tire14.9x24
2WD Length132.7 inches (337 cm)
4WD Length135 inches (342 cm)
Front tire6.00x16
Rear tread57 to 68 inches (144 to 172 cm)
2WD Wheelbase78.3 inches (198 cm)
4WD Wheelbase78.7 inches (199 cm)
Height (ROPS)96.7 inches (245 cm)
2WD Front tread50.2 to 72.2 inches (127 to 183 cm)
4WD Front tread55.1 to 57.9 inches (139 to 147 cm)
Ground clearance10.5 inches (26 cm)
2WD Shipping weight4738 lbs (2149 kg)
4WD Shipping weight5238 lbs (2375 kg)
Height (Folded ROPS)93.1 inches (236 cm)
Power Take-off (PTO)
Clutchdual-stage dry
Rear PTOlive
Engine RPM540@1908
Rear PTO Type540