Leyland 253
The Leyland 253 is a tractor produced by Leyland. It is equipped with a 152.7 ci 2.5 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 47 hp / 35.0 kW. Transmission: 10 forward and 2 reverse. Operating weight: 4665 lbs 2116 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 47 hp / 35.0 kW
Fuel & Capacities
Diesel
Transmission
10 forward and 2 reverse
Operating Weight
4665 lbs
2116 kg
Overview
 | 1972
Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Leyland |
Utility tractor | |
Leyland 253 Engine | |
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Perkins 2.5L 3-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ...  |
Leyland 253 Transmission | |
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10-speed | |
Transmission details ...  |
Leyland 253 Power | |
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Engine | 47 hp
35.0 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 35 hp
26.1 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Open operator station. |
Hydraulics | |
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Valves | 2 |
Pump flow | 8 gpm
30.3 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II/I |
Rear lift | 3750 lbs
1701 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Engine RPM | 540@1812 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Weight | 4665 lbs
2116 kg |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Engine
Engine Detail — 152.7 ci / 2.5 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Perkins |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled inline |
Displacement | 152.7 ci
2.5 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.6x5.0 inches
91 x 127 mm |
Power | 47 hp
35.0 kW |
Fuel system | direct injection |
Compression | 18.5:1 |
Rated RPM | 2250 |
Torque | 128 lb-ft
173.6 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 |
Transmission
Transmission — 10 forward and 2 reverse
Gears | 10 forward and 2 reverse |
With 11.00x28 rear tires. | |
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Dimensions
Leyland 253 Tires |
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Dimensions | |
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Length | 126.5 inches
321 cm |
Width | 64 inches
162 cm |
Weight | 4665 lbs
2116 kg |
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Leyland 253 based on its 47 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 2 to 3 Bottom (14-16")2 - 3 铧 (35-40 cm) | Medium Duty | Standard utility farm tillage. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 6 ft (72 in)1.8 m | Medium Duty | Medium pasture clearing; rear slip-clutch recommended. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 66 to 72 in165 - 180 cm | Medium Duty | Standard 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 Duty | Field leveling and clod breaking behind plows. |
Hay BalerHay & Forage | Small Square Baler (14x18")小方捆打捆机 (36x46 cm) | Medium Duty | Classic 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 Leyland 253.
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
Leyland 253 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Leyland 253.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)47 hp
Kilowatts (kW)35 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)47.7 PS
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