Massey Ferguson 253 Specifications

Production

Who manufactures the Massey Ferguson 253 and what type is it?

• Manufacturer: Massey Ferguson
• Type: Utility tractor
• Original price: $20600 (1997)

Horsepower

What is the horsepower of the Massey Ferguson 253?

• Engine: 57 hp / 42.5 kW
• PTO (claimed): 48 hp / 35.8 kW

Engine

What type of engine does the Massey Ferguson 253 have?

• Engine: Perkins 2.5L 3-cyl diesel

Mechanical

What are the mechanical features of the Massey Ferguson 253?

• Chassis: 4x2 2WD or 4x4 MFWD 4WD (optional)
• Steering: Hydrostatic power
• Brakes: Wet disc
• Cab: Two-post ROPS
• Transmissions: 8-speed sliding gear or 8-speed synchronized manual shuttle

Capacity

What are the fluid capacities of the Massey Ferguson 253?

• Fuel: 12.6 gal / 47.7 L
• Hydraulic system: 11.4 gal / 43.1 L

Hydraulics

What are the hydraulic features of the Massey Ferguson 253?

• Type: Open
• Capacity: 11.4 gal / 43.1 L
• Pump flow: 4.2 gpm / 15.9 lpm

Tractor Hitch

What type of hitch does the Massey Ferguson 253 have?

• Rear Type: II
• Control: Position and draft control
• Rear lift: 2,621 lbs / 1188 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)

What are the PTO features of the Massey Ferguson 253?

• Rear PTO: Live (two-stage clutch), Independent (4WD)
• Rear RPM: 540

Dimensions & Tires

What are the dimensions and tire sizes of the Massey Ferguson 253?

• 2WD Wheelbase: 76.1 inches / 193 cm
• 4WD Wheelbase: 77 inches / 195 cm
• Weight: 4020 to 4735 pounds
• Front tire: 6.50-16
• Rear tire: 13.6-28 (2WD)

Electrical

What are the electrical specifications of the Massey Ferguson 253?

• Ground: Negative
• Battery volts: 12