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Massey Ferguson 255

Massey Ferguson 255 tractor
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The Massey Ferguson 255 is a row-crop tractor produced from 1975 to 1981 as part of the 200 Series. It was built in Detroit, Michigan, USA, and was available in standard, row-crop, and low-profile versions. The tractor features Perkins 4-cylinder engines in diesel and gasoline variants, with power outputs around 45 to 55 hp. Transmission options include an 8-speed gear and a 12-speed partial power shift Multi-Power. It has two-wheel drive, mechanical rear differential lock, power steering, and differential dry disc brakes. The tractor has a live rear PTO with 540 rpm and a hydraulic system with 8 gallons capacity. The Massey Ferguson 255 supports various tire sizes for different applications and has a range of weights depending on configuration. Attachments include a 236 Loader with a 2500 lbs lift capacity. Electrical system includes a 12-volt battery and a 37-amp alternator.
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Power55 hp[P]
Founded1975 - 1981
Model255

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Massey Ferguson 255

Power

PTO (tested):52.68 hp (39.3 kW)
PTO (claimed):50 hp (37.3 kW)
Drawbar (tested):43.49 hp (32.4 kW)
Drawbar (claimed):42 hp (31.3 kW)

Tires

Ag rear:16.9-24, 16.9-26, 16.9-28, 16.9-30, 18.4-26
Ag front:6.00-16, 6.50-16, 7.5L-15
Row-crop rear:14.9-38, 15.5-38, 13.6-38
Row-crop front:5.50-16
Low-profile rear:14.9-24, 18.4-16.1, 21.5-16.1
Low-profile front:7.50-10, 9.5L-10

Engine

Options:Perkins 3.9L 4-cyl diesel, Perkins 3.3L 4-cyl diesel, Perkins 3.5L 4-cyl gasoline
Perkins 3.3L 4-cyl diesel:displacement 203 ci (3.3 L), bore/stroke 3.60x5.00 inches (91 x 127 mm), compression 18.5:1, rated RPM 2000, starter volts 12
Perkins 3.9L 4-cyl diesel:displacement 236 ci (3.9 L), bore/stroke 3.875x5.00 inches (98 x 127 mm), air cleaner paper and felt, compression 16:1, rated RPM 2000, starter volts 12

Weight

Ballasted:7310 lbs (3315 kg)
Gas Shipping:5600 lbs (2540 kg)
Gas Operating:6140 lbs (2785 kg)
Diesel Shipping:5850 lbs (2653 kg)
Diesel Operating:6415 lbs (2909 kg)

Capacity

Fuel:18.5 gal (70.0 L)
Hydraulic system:8 gal (30.3 L)

Variants

255T:turbocharged engine

Dimensions

Rear tread:56 to 90 inches (142 to 228 cm), 55 to 87 inches (139 to 220 cm) low-profile
Front tread:48 to 72 inches (121 to 182 cm), 52 to 76 inches (132 to 193 cm) row-crop
Height (hood):57.6 inches (146 cm) low-profile, 63.1 inches (160 cm) standard
Ground clearance:10.4 inches (26 cm) low-profile, 16 inches (40 cm) standard, 19.6 inches (49 cm) row-crop

Electrical

Battery AH:95
Battery volts:12
Charging amps:37
Charging system:alternator

Hydraulics

Valves:0 to 2
Capacity:8 gal (30.3 L)
Pressure:2300 psi (158.6 bar)
Pump flow:10 gpm (37.9 lpm)
Total flow:19.5 gpm (73.8 lpm)
3-point flow:4.5 gpm (17.0 lpm)
Steering flow:5 gpm (18.9 lpm)

Mechanical

ROPS:Two-post ROPS. Canopy optional.
Drive:Two-wheel drive
Brakes:Differential dry disc brakes
Power steering:Yes
Differential lock:mechanical rear

Production

Type:Row-Crop tractor
Notes:No information currently available on the turbocharged 255T variant. It may have been built in Turkey by Uzel and possibly in India.
Series:200 Series
Built in:Detroit, Michigan, USA
Versions:standard, row-crop, and low-profile
Original price:$8,100 in 1981
Years produced:1975 - 1981

Attachments

Height:144 inches height (at pin) (365 cm)
Loader:236 Loader
Lift capacity:2500 lbs lift (full at pin) (1134 kg)
Breakout force:3250 lbs breakout (1474 kg)

Transmission

Options:8-speed gear, 12-speed partial power shift
Gear transmission:8 forward and 2 reverse gears
Multi-Power transmission:partial power shift, 12 forward and 4 reverse gears, three speeds in two ranges plus two-speed power shift

Tractor hitch

Rear Type:II/I
Rear lift:3800 lbs (1723 kg)

Serial Numbers

1974:9A202190
1975:9A207681
1976:9A232539
1977:9A254045
1978:9A276935
1979:9A296946
1980:9A326169
1981:9A339343
1982:9A350584
1983:9A354679
Location:Below instrument panel

Dimensions & Tires

Weight:5600 to 6415 pounds
Rear tire:16.9-24
Wheelbase:82 inches (208 cm)
Front tire:6.00-16

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:live (two-stage clutch)
Engine RPM:540@1683
Rear PTO Type:540 (1.375)