Massey Ferguson 250

The Massey Ferguson 250 is a tractor produced by Massey Ferguson. It is equipped with a 152 ci 2.5 L engine. The listed engine power is 40.86 hp 30.5 kW. Transmission: 8 forward and 2 reverse. Operating weight: 4,585 lbs 2079 kg.

Engine Power

40.86 hp 30.5 kW

Fuel & Capacities

12.7 gal 48.1 L

Transmission

8 forward and 2 reverse

Operating Weight

4,585 lbs 2079 kg

Overview

	1983 - 1986

Production
Manufacturer	Massey Ferguson
Built in Coventry, England
Original price	$15,800 (1986)

Massey Ferguson 250 Engine
Perkins 2.5L 3-cyl diesel
Fuel tank	12.7 gal 48.1 L
Engine details ...

Massey Ferguson 250 Transmission
8-speed
Transmission details ...

Massey Ferguson 250 Power
PTO (claimed)	40 hp 29.8 kW
Drawbar (tested)	34.69 hp 25.9 kW
PTO (tested)	40.86 hp 30.5 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Steering	power assist
Differential mechanical wet disc brakes
ROPS canopy optional.

Hydraulics
Type	open
Valves	1 to 3
Total flow	14 gpm 53.0 lpm

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	I

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	live
Rear PTO Type	540

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	74.5 inches 189 cm
Weight	4,585 lbs 2079 kg
Front tire	6.50-16
Rear tire	13.6-28
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Charging system	alternator
Charging amps	32
Battery volts	12

References

200 Series published in 1983, by Massey Ferguson

Engine

Engine Detail — 152 ci / 2.5 L Diesel

Manufacturer	Perkins AD3.152
Fuel Type	Diesel
Configuration	3-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	152 ci 2.5 L
Bore/Stroke	3.60x5.00 inches 91 x 127 mm
Air cleaner	dual dry element
Pre-heating	ether (optional)
	block heater (optional)
Compression	18.5:1
Rated RPM	2250
Starter volts	12

Transmission

Transmission — 8 forward and 2 reverse

Gears	8 forward and 2 reverse
With 13.6x28 rear tires.

Dimensions

Massey Ferguson 250 Tires
Ag front	6.50-16
Ag rear	13.6-28

Dimensions
Wheelbase	74.5 inches 189 cm
Length	132.5 inches 336 cm
Width	74 inches 187 cm
Operating weight	4,585 lbs 2079 kg
Ballasted weight	5,760 lbs 2612 kg
Front tread	52 to 72 inches 132 to 182 cm
Rear tread	56 to 84 inches 142 to 213 cm

Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 1520
Diesel 8-speed 2WD May 10 - 29, 1984 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1520 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	40.86 hp 30.5 kW
Fuel use	2.7 gal/hour 10.2 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	36.93 hp 27.5 kW
Fuel use	2.3 gal/hour 8.7 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	34.69 hp 25.9 kW
Fuel use	2.7 gal/hour 10.2 l/hour
Gear 1H used for power test.
Max pull	4,297 lbs 1949 kg
Gear 2L used for pull test.

Photos

Massey Ferguson 250

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Massey Ferguson 250 based on its 40.86 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & Operation	Recommended Size	Workload Rating	Engineering Notes
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 Massey Ferguson 250.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 6 hrs

Approximately 6 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (12.7 gal / 48.1 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2.1 gal/hr (8 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