Massey Ferguson 255

Last Updated: September 2024

Overview

The Massey Ferguson 255 is a utility tractor that was made from 1975 to 1981. It's a 2WD tractor with hydrostatic power steering, making it easy to control. The tractor has a gear shift transmission with 8 forward gears and 2 reverse gears, giving drivers plenty of options for different tasks.

Under the hood, the MF 255 has a Perkins AG4.212 gasoline engine with 4 cylinders. The engine is above average in size for its class, with a displacement of 212 ci. It produces 50.0 hp at 2000 rpm, which is about average power for utility tractors. The tractor weighs 6140 lb, which is also above average for its type. It has a Category II/I hitch and a rear live PTO that runs at 540 rpm, making it versatile for various farm implements. The open operator station comes with a two-post ROPS for safety. Overall, the Massey Ferguson 255 is a solid, mid-range utility tractor suitable for many farm tasks.
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Key Specifications

Category: Utility

Power Output: 50 hp (37.3 kW)

Transmission: Gear shift

Drive Type: 2WD

Operating Weight: 6140 lb (2785 kg)

Fuel Type: Gasoline

Massey Ferguson 255 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

The Power Output for the Massey Ferguson 255 is Average. It is greater than 49% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

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Operating Weight

The Operating Weight for the Massey Ferguson 255 is Average. It is greater than 62% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Operating weight distribution of Utility tractors

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Engine Displacement

The Engine Displacement for the Massey Ferguson 255 is Average. It is greater than 63% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

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Engine Rated RPM

The Engine Rated RPM for the Massey Ferguson 255 is Poor. It is greater than 9% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Engine rated RPM distribution of Utility tractors

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Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
Perkins
Model
AG4.212
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Cylinders
4
Displacement
212 ci (3.5 L)
Bore
3.88 in (98.4 mm)
Stroke
4.50 in (114.3 mm)
Rated RPM
2000
Power Output
50 hp (37.3 kW)

Transmission

Type
Gear shift
Forward Gears
8
Reverse Gears
2

Drivetrain

Drive Type
2WD
Steering Type
Hydrostatic power