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
| Engine | 48 hp (35.8 kW) |
|---|---|
| PTO (claimed) | 45 hp (33.6 kW) |
Engine
| Type | diesel |
|---|---|
| Model | Perkins 903.27 |
| Power | 48 hp (35.8 kW) |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled |
| Starter | electric |
| Cylinders | 3-cylinder |
| Rated RPM | 2250 |
| Air cleaner | dual dry |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.70x5.00 inches (94 x 127 mm) |
| Pre-heating | thermostart |
| Displacement | 165 ci (2.7 L) |
| Oil capacity | 6.3 qts (6.0 L) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Coolant capacity | 9.9 qts (9.4 L) |
Capacity
| Fuel | 15.3 gal (57.9 L) |
|---|---|
| Hydraulic system | 11.1 gal (42.0 L) |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Battery CCA | 750 |
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 35 |
| Charging system | alternator |
Hydraulics
| Type | open center |
|---|---|
| Valves | 2 |
| Capacity | 11.1 gal (42.0 L) |
| Pressure | 2540 psi (175.1 bar) |
| Pump flow | 9.5 gpm (36.0 lpm) |
Mechanical
| ROPS | Two-post folding ROPS |
|---|---|
| Drive | Two- or four-wheel drive |
| Brakes | Wet disc brakes |
| Steering | Power steering |
Production
| Type | Utility tractor |
|---|---|
| Years made | 2001 - 2002 |
| Manufacturer | Massey Ferguson |
Attachments
| Attachment overview | Massey-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
| Type | gear |
|---|---|
| Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
| Clutch | dry disc |
Tractor hitch
| Control | top-link draft sensing |
|---|---|
| Rear Type | I |
| Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 2425 lbs (1099 kg) |
Dimensions & Tires
| Width | 72 inches (182 cm) |
|---|---|
| Rear tire | 14.9x24 |
| 2WD Length | 132.7 inches (337 cm) |
| 4WD Length | 135 inches (342 cm) |
| Front tire | 6.00x16 |
| Rear tread | 57 to 68 inches (144 to 172 cm) |
| 2WD Wheelbase | 78.3 inches (198 cm) |
| 4WD Wheelbase | 78.7 inches (199 cm) |
| Height (ROPS) | 96.7 inches (245 cm) |
| 2WD Front tread | 50.2 to 72.2 inches (127 to 183 cm) |
| 4WD Front tread | 55.1 to 57.9 inches (139 to 147 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 10.5 inches (26 cm) |
| 2WD Shipping weight | 4738 lbs (2149 kg) |
| 4WD Shipping weight | 5238 lbs (2375 kg) |
| Height (Folded ROPS) | 93.1 inches (236 cm) |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Clutch | dual-stage dry |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO | live |
| Engine RPM | 540@1908 |
| Rear PTO Type | 540 |
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