Massey Ferguson 261: all source data
All 50 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| Distributor | Massey Ferguson |
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| Manufacturer | Ursus |
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| (no label) | Utility tractor |
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| (no label) | Built in Poland |
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| Original price | $16,400 (1997) |
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Engine| (no label) | Perkins 3.9L 4-cyl diesel |
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Transmission| (no label) | 8-speed sliding gear |
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Power| Engine | 60 hp | 44.7 kW |
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| PTO (claimed) | 53 hp | 39.5 kW |
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Mechanical| (no label) | Two-wheel drive |
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| Steering | hydrostatic power |
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| (no label) | Wet disc brakes |
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| (no label) | Two-post ROPS. |
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Capacity| Fuel | 21 gal | 79.5 L |
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| Hydraulic system | 11 gal | 41.6 L |
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Hydraulics| Type | open |
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| Capacity | 11 gal | 41.6 L |
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Hitch| Rear Type | II/I |
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| Control | position and draft control |
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Pto| Rear PTO | live (two-stage clutch) |
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| Rear PTO Type | 540 |
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Dimensions| Wheelbase | 87.5 inches | 222 cm |
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| Weight | 5,380 lbs | 2440 kg |
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| Front tire | 7.50-16 |
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| Rear tire | 16.9-30 |
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Serial location| (no label) | Serial number plate on the right side of the Massey Ferguson 261, to the side of the dashboard. |
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Electrical| Ground | negative |
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| Battery volts | 12 |
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Engine
Engine detail| (no label) | Perkins AD4.236 |
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| (no label) | diesel |
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| (no label) | 4-cylinder |
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| (no label) | liquid-cooled |
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| Displacement | 236 ci | 3.9 L |
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| Bore/Stroke | 3.875x5.00 inches | 98 x 127 mm |
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| Power | 60 hp | 44.7 kW |
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| Air cleaner | oil bath |
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| Rated RPM | 2000 |
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| Starter volts | 12 |
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| Coolant capacity (Coolant) | 14.8 qts | 14.0 L |
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Transmission
Transmission| Type | sliding gear |
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| Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
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| (no label) | Tractor must be stopped, and clutch used, to shift gears. |
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Dimensions
Tires| Ag front | 7.50-16 |
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| Ag rear | 16.9-30 |
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Dimensions| Wheelbase | 87.5 inches | 222 cm |
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| Length | 148 inches | 375 cm |
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| Width | 75.9 inches | 192 cm |
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| Height (ROPS) | 96.5 inches | 245 cm |
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| Weight | 5,380 lbs | 2440 kg |
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| Ground clearance | 13.4 inches | 34 cm |
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