Massey Ferguson 253: all source data

All 57 values recorded for this model, as the source lists them and in its units. The spec sheet shows the same data checked, typed and converted.

Overview

Production
ManufacturerMassey Ferguson
(no label)Utility tractor
(no label)Built in Italy
Engine
(no label)Perkins 2.5L 3-cyl diesel
Fuel tank16.1 gal | 60.9 L
Transmission
(no label)12-speed synchromesh
Power
Engine44.3 hp | 33.0 kW
Mechanical
(no label)Two- or four-wheel drive
(no label)Power steering
(no label)Wet disc brakes
(no label)Four-post ROPS. Cab available.
Hydraulics
Typeopen center
Pressure2467 psi | 170.1 bar
Pump flow9.5 gpm | 36.0 lpm
Hitch
Rear TypeII
Rear lift5293 lbs | 2400 kg
Pto
Rear PTOindependent
Rear PTO Type540 (1.375)
Engine RPM540@1944
Engine RPM1000@1916
Dimensions
2WD Wheelbase (2WD)83.5 inches | 212 cm
4WD Wheelbase (4WD)81.9 inches | 208 cm
Weight4982 to 5534 pounds
Front tire7.50-16
2WD Rear tire (2WD)14.9-28
Electrical
Groundnegative
Charging systemalternator
Battery volts12

Engine

Engine detail
(no label)Perkins AD3.152
(no label)diesel
(no label)3-cylinder
(no label)liquid-cooled
Displacement152.7 ci | 2.5 L
Bore/Stroke3.60x5.00 inches | 91 x 127 mm
Power44.3 hp | 33.0 kW
Rated RPM2200
Torque128 lb-ft | 173.6 Nm
Torque RPM1200
Starterelectric
Starter volts12

Transmission

Transmission
Typesynchromesh
Gears12 forward and 4 reverse
(no label)Four synchronized gears in three ranges, plus reverse range.

Dimensions

Tires
2WD Standard tires (ag) (2WD)Front: 7.50-16. Rear: 14.9-28
4WD Standard tires (ag) (4WD)Front: 9.50-24. Rear: 12.4-32
Ag rear14.9-30
Dimensions
2WD Wheelbase (2WD)83.5 inches | 212 cm
4WD Wheelbase (4WD)81.9 inches | 208 cm
2WD Length (2WD)138.6 inches | 352 cm
4WD Length (4WD)142.5 inches | 361 cm
Width76 inches | 193 cm
Height86.6 inches | 219 cm
2WD Ground clearance18.1 inches | 45 cm
4WD Ground clearance14.2 inches | 36 cm
Weight
2WD4982 lbs | 2259 kg
4WD5534 lbs | 2510 kg
Max capacity (Max)7716 lbs | 3499 kg