Fendt Farmer 250S

The Fendt Farmer 250S is a tractor produced by Fendt. It is equipped with a 172.5 ci 2.8 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 49.3 hp / 36.8 kW. Transmission: 21 forward and reverse. Operating weight: 5512 to 6063 pounds.

Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 49.3 hp / 36.8 kW
Fuel & Capacities
15.9 gal 60.2 L
Transmission
21 forward and reverse
Operating Weight
5512 to 6063 pounds

Overview

Fendt Farmer 250S tractor photo
1987 - 2002 Farmer 200 SeriesRow-Crop tractor Farmer 200 Series Row-Crop tractor
Production
Manufacturer
Fendt
Row-Crop tractor
Variants
250S
2WD
Fendt Farmer 250S Engine
KHD 2.8L 3-cyl diesel
Fuel tank
15.9 gal 60.2 L
Engine details ...
Fendt Farmer 250S Power
Engine
49.3 hp 36.8 kW
Mechanical
Two- or four-wheel drive
Power steering
Hydraulic drum brakes
Cab standard with heat. Air-conditioning optional.
Hydraulics
Pressure
2611 psi 180.0 bar
Pump flow
10.3 gpm 39.0 lpm
Tractor hitch
Rear lift
6151 lbs 2790 kg
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO
independent
Rear PTO Type
540/750/1000
Front PTO Type
1000
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
80.7 inches 204 cm
Weight
5512 to 6063 pounds
Front tire
7.50-18
2WD Rear tire
14.9R30
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Charging system
alternator
Charging amps
55
Charging volts
14
Battery volts
12
Battery AH
88
References
Farmer 250S references literature
Farmer 250S 260S 280S published in 1996, by Fendt
Innovations for 1988 published by Fendt

Engine

Engine Detail — 172.5 ci / 2.8 L Diesel

Manufacturer
KHD F3L912
Fuel Type
Diesel
Configuration
3-cylinder, air-cooled
Displacement
172.5 ci 2.8 L
Bore/Stroke
3.937x4.72 inches 100 x 120 mm
Power
49.3 hp 36.8 kW
Fuel system
direct injection
Rated RPM
2300
Torque
129.8 lb-ft 176.0 Nm
Torque RPM
1600
Starter
electric
Starter volts
12

Transmission

Transmission options
21-speed
21-speed shuttle

Transmission — 21 forward and 6 reverse

Gears
21 forward and 6 reverse
Gearshift with three gears (1-3), plus reverse (R), and three overdrive gears (25, 30, and 40 kph). Triple range gear split provides three speeds for each of the non-overdrive gears. Low and high ranges. Transmission also available with addition super-creeper range providing 30 gears forward and 9 reverse.
Farmer 250S   speeds

Transmission — 21 forward and reverse shuttle

Type
shuttle
Gears
21 forward and reverse

Dimensions

Fendt Farmer 250S Tires
2WD Standard tires (ag)
Front: 7.50-18. Rear: 14.9R30
4WD Standard tires (ag)
Front: 11.2R20. Rear: 14.9R30
Dimensions
Wheelbase
80.7 inches 204 cm
Length
139.2 inches 353 cm
Width
74 inches 187 cm
Height (cab)
90.6 inches 230 cm
2WD Ground clearance
14.9 inches 37 cm
4WD Ground clearance
13.1 inches 33 cm
2WD Front tread
58.3 inches 148 cm
4WD Front tread
59.1 inches 150 cm
Rear tread
59.1 inches 150 cm
Rear tread
50.4 to 70.1 inches 128 to 178 cm
Fendt Farmer 250S Weight
2WD
5512 lbs 2500 kg
4WD
6063 lbs 2750 kg
2WD Max capacity
9921 lbs 4500 kg
4WD Max capacity
11023 lbs 5000 kg
Max Drawbar
2205 lbs 1000 kg

Photos

Fendt Farmer 250S tractor photo

Fendt Farmer 250S tractor photo

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Fendt Farmer 250S based on its 49.3 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & OperationRecommended SizeWorkload RatingEngineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage
2 to 3 Bottom (14-16")2 - 3 铧 (35-40 cm)Medium DutyStandard utility farm tillage.
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing
6 ft (72 in)1.8 mMedium DutyMedium pasture clearing; rear slip-clutch recommended.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep
66 to 72 in165 - 180 cmMedium DutyStandard utility tiller; slip clutch protection required.
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage
7 to 8 ft Tandem Disc2.1 - 2.4 m 对开双排耙Medium DutyField leveling and clod breaking behind plows.
Hay BalerHay & Forage
Small Square Baler (14x18")小方捆打捆机 (36x46 cm)Medium DutyClassic 2-string baler for horse and small livestock hay.
Sizing & Soil Condition NoteActual implement sizing varies depending on local soil conditions (heavy clay vs sandy loam), field slope, and operating speed. Heavy tillage implements may require front ballast weights and wheel weights.

Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy

Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Fendt Farmer 250S.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 6.2 hrs

Approximately 6.2 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (15.9 gal / 60.2 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2.6 gal/hr (9.7 L/hr)

Engine Crankcase Oil

SAE 15W-40 (Heavy Duty Diesel)
Standard Spec: API CK-4 / CJ-4 Heavy Duty
Service Interval: 150 – 250 Hours

Transmission & Hydraulic System

UTTO (Universal Tractor Transmission Oil)
Standard Spec: ISO VG 46 / 68 (Wet Brake & Trans Compatible)
Service Interval: 600 – 1000 Hours

Engine Cooling System

50/50 Ethylene Glycol Pre-mix
Standard Spec: ASTM D6210 / Heavy-Duty OAT Antifreeze
Service Interval: 2 Years / 1500 Hours

Fendt Farmer 250S Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Fendt Farmer 250S.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)49.3 hp
Kilowatts (kW)36.8 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)50 PS

Direct Competitor Comparison

Compare Fendt Farmer 250S against same-era industry alternatives in the same horsepower class.

Current Model
Fendt

Fendt Farmer 250S

Engine Power:Diesel (listed): 49.3 hp / 36.8 kW
★ Baseline Reference
International HarvesterMarket Competitor

International Harvester 20-40

Engine Power:44.4
Production Years:1914 - 1915
CaseIHMarket Competitor

CaseIH 2120

Engine Power:44.4
Production Years:1988 - 1993
Massey FergusonMarket Competitor

Massey Ferguson 250

Engine Power:44.4
Production Years:1983 - 1986
FordMarket Competitor

Ford 820

Engine Power:44.4
Production Years:1955 - 1957