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.