Massey Ferguson

Massey Ferguson 254

The Massey Ferguson 254 is a farm tractor produced from 1982 to 1987 by Massey Ferguson. It features a Perkins 2.5L 3-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine delivering 50 hp (37.3 kW). The tractor has a 12-speed synchromesh transmission with 12 forward and 4 reverse gears, and an 11-inch dual dry disc clutch. It includes four-wheel drive, pedal-operated differential lock, hydrostatic power steering, and differential mechanical dry disc brakes. The hydraulics system is open type with 2250 psi pressure and 9.2 gpm pump flow. The tractor hitch is category I with draft and position control, and rear lift capacity up to 5,070 lbs. The PTO is independent with rear 540/ground and front direct-drive 2250 types. Dimensions include a wheelbase of 81.1 inches, length 140 inches, width 68.5 inches, height 94.5 inches, and operating weight 5,485 lbs. Standard tires are 9.5-20 front and 13.6-28 rear. Electrical system is 12 volts with negative ground. Related models include the Massey Ferguson 360 and 274.

Power50 hp

Founded1982 - 1987

Model254

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Massey Ferguson 254

Power

Engine	50 hp (37.3 kW)
PTO (tested)	43.36 hp (32.3 kW)
PTO (claimed)	42 hp (31.3 kW)
Drawbar (tested)	33.97 hp (25.3 kW)

Engine

Type	diesel
Model	Perkins AD3.152
Power	50 hp (37.3 kW)
Torque	132 lb-ft (179.0 Nm)
Cooling	liquid-cooled
Cylinders	3-cylinder
Fuel tank	16 gal (60.6 L)
Rated RPM	2250
Torque RPM	1400
Air cleaner	oil bath
Bore/Stroke	3.60x5.00 inches (91 x 127 mm)
Compression	16.5:1
Fuel system	direct injection
Displacement	152 ci (2.5 L)
Starter volts	12
Coolant capacity	11 qts (10.4 L)

Electrical

Ground	negative
Battery volts	12

Hydraulics

Type	open
Valves	2
Pressure	2250 psi (155.1 bar)
Pump flow	9.2 gpm (34.8 lpm)

Mechanical

ROPS	Two-post ROPS
Brakes	Differential mechanical dry disc brakes
Steering	hydrostatic power
Four-wheel drive	yes
Differential lock	pedal-operated

Production

Manufacturer	Massey Ferguson
Original price	$20,600 (1987)
Production years	1982 - 1987

Transmission

Type	synchromesh
Gears	12 forward and 4 reverse
Clutch	11-inch dual dry disc
Description	Four gears in three ranges, plus reverse range.

Tractor hitch

Control	draft and position control
Rear Type	I
Rear lift (at ends)	5,070 lbs (2299 kg)
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)	3,670 lbs (1664 kg)

Dimensions & Tires

Width	68.5 inches (173 cm)
Height	94.5 inches (240 cm)
Length	140 inches (355 cm)
Rear tire	13.6-28
Wheelbase	81.1 inches (205 cm)
Front tire	9.5-20
Rear tread	55 to 75 inches (139 to 190 cm)
Front tread	59.5 inches (151 cm)
Ballasted weight	7,275 lbs (3299 kg)
Operating weight	5,485 lbs (2487 kg)
Standard tires (ag)	Front: 9.5-20. Rear: 13.6-28
Clearance (front axle)	12 inches (30 cm)