Massey Ferguson 281: all source data

All 63 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)Original price was $21,100 in 1999
Engine
(no label)Perkins 4.2L 4-cyl diesel
Transmission
(no label)8-speed sliding gear
Power
Engine75 hp | 55.9 kW
PTO (claimed)69 hp | 51.5 kW
Mechanical
(no label)Two- or four-wheel drive
Differential lockmechanical rear
(no label)Power steering
(no label)Mechanical wet disc brakes
(no label)Two-post folding ROPS.
Capacity
Fuel21.1 gal | 79.9 L
Hydraulic system11.1 gal | 42.0 L
Hydraulics
Capacity11.1 gal | 42.0 L
Pressure2500 psi | 172.4 bar
Valves2
Pump flow9.5 gpm | 36.0 lpm
Hitch
Rear TypeII
Controlposition and draft control
Rear lift (at ends)4908 lbs | 2226 kg
Pto
Rear PTOlive (two-stage clutch)
Rear PTO Type540
Dimensions
2WD Wheelbase (2WD)90.2 inches | 229 cm
4WD Wheelbase (4WD)89.8 inches | 228 cm
Weight6350 to 6635 pounds
Front tire7.50-16
Rear tire18.4-30
Electrical
Groundnegative
Charging systemalternator
Charging amps35
Battery CCA420
Battery volts12

Engine

Engine detail
(no label)Perkins 1004.42
(no label)diesel
(no label)4-cylinder
(no label)liquid-cooled
Displacement256.3 ci | 4.2 L
Bore/Stroke4.055x5.00 inches | 103 x 127 mm
Power75 hp | 55.9 kW
Air cleanerdry
Pre-heatingthermostart
Rated RPM2200
Starter volts12
Oil capacity7.2 qts | 6.8 L
Coolant capacity (Coolant)14.8 qts | 14.0 L

Transmission

Transmission
Typesliding gear
Gears8 forward and 2 reverse
Clutch305mm dry disc

Dimensions

Tires
Ag front7.50-16
Ag rear18.4-30
Dimensions
2WD Wheelbase (2WD)90.2 inches | 229 cm
4WD Wheelbase (4WD)89.8 inches | 228 cm
Length153 inches | 388 cm
Width79 inches | 200 cm
Height (ROPS)99 inches | 251 cm
Height (Folded ROPS)76 inches | 193 cm
4WD Shipping weight (4WD)6635 lbs | 3009 kg
2WD Shipping weight (2WD)6350 lbs | 2880 kg
Clearance (drawbar)14.2 inches | 36 cm
2WD Front tread54 to 70 inches | 137 to 177 cm
4WD Front tread55.7 to 75 inches | 141 to 190 cm
Rear tread56 to 84 inches | 142 to 213 cm