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Massey Ferguson 261

Massey Ferguson 261 tractor
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The Massey Ferguson 261 is a utility tractor built by Ursus in Poland from 1992 to 1997 as part of the 200 Series. It features a Perkins 3.9L 4-cylinder diesel engine producing 60 hp, an 8-speed sliding gear transmission, and two-wheel drive with hydrostatic power steering. The tractor has a wheelbase of 87.5 inches, weighs 5,380 lbs, and includes features such as wet disc brakes and two-post ROPS. It has a fuel capacity of 21 gallons and an open hydraulic system with 11 gallons capacity. The rear PTO is live with a two-stage clutch and operates at 540 rpm. Original price in 1997 was $16,400.
Massey Ferguson 261tractorspecificationsPerkins 3.9L engineutility tractorUrsus200 Seriesfarm tractor
Power60 hp
Founded1992 - 1997
Model261

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Massey Ferguson 261

Power

Engine power:60 hp (44.7 kW)
PTO (claimed):53 hp (39.5 kW)

Tires

Ag rear:16.9-30
Ag front:7.50-16

Engine

Type:diesel
Model:Perkins AD4.236
Power:60 hp (44.7 kW)
Cooling:liquid-cooled
Cylinders:4-cylinder
Rated RPM:2000
Air cleaner:oil bath
Bore/Stroke:3.875x5.00 inches (98 x 127 mm)
Displacement:236 ci (3.9 L)
Starter volts:12
Coolant capacity:14.8 qts (14.0 L)

Capacity

Fuel:21 gal (79.5 L)
Hydraulic system:11 gal (41.6 L)

Dimensions

Width:75.9 inches (192 cm)
Length:148 inches (375 cm)
Weight:5,380 lbs (2440 kg)
Wheelbase:87.5 inches (222 cm)
Height (ROPS):96.5 inches (245 cm)
Ground clearance:13.4 inches (34 cm)

Electrical

Ground:negative
Battery volts:12

Hydraulics

Type:open
Capacity:11 gal (41.6 L)

Mechanical

ROPS:Two-post ROPS
Drive:Two-wheel drive
Brakes:Wet disc brakes
Steering:hydrostatic power

Production

Type:Utility tractor
Series:200 Series
Builder:Ursus built
Built in:Poland
Distributor:Massey Ferguson
Manufacturer:Ursus
Original price:$16,400 (1997)
Production years:1992 - 1997

Transmission

Note:Tractor must be stopped, and clutch used, to shift gears.
Type:sliding gear
Gears:8 forward and 2 reverse

Tractor hitch

Control:position and draft control
Rear Type:II/I

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:live (two-stage clutch)
Rear PTO Type:540

Serial Number Location

Location:Serial number plate on the right side of the Massey Ferguson 261, to the side of the dashboard.