Massey Ferguson 253

The Massey Ferguson 253 is a utility tractor from the 200 Series produced from 1988 to 1998. It features a Perkins 2.5L 3-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine delivering 57 hp (42.5 kW) with a PTO power of 48 hp (35.8 kW). Transmission options include an 8-speed sliding gear and an 8-speed synchronized manual shuttle. The tractor offers 2WD and optional 4WD drive with hydrostatic power steering and wet disc brakes. It has a fuel capacity of 12.6 gallons and an open hydraulic system with 11.4 gallons capacity and 4.2 gpm pump flow. The rear hitch is category II with position and draft control and a lift capacity of 2,621 lbs. The rear PTO is live with a two-stage clutch and independent on 4WD models, running at 540 rpm. Dimensions vary slightly between 2WD and 4WD models, with wheelbases around 76-77 inches and weights from 4,020 to 4,735 lbs. The tractor supports front-end loaders including the Massey Ferguson 232 and 832 models with various lift and breakout capacities.