Massey Ferguson 261
The Massey Ferguson 261 is a tractor produced by Massey Ferguson. It is equipped with a 236 ci 3.9 L engine. The rated power output is 60 hp 44.7 kW. Transmission: 8 forward and 2 reverse. Operating weight: 5,380 lbs 2440 kg.
Engine Power
60 hp
44.7 kW
Fuel & Capacities
21 gal
79.5 L
Transmission
8 forward and 2 reverse
Operating Weight
5,380 lbs
2440 kg
Massey Ferguson 261 Serial Number & Year Decoder
Find the exact manufacture year of your tractor by checking your chassis serial number below.
Where to Find the Serial NumberThe serial number plate is commonly located on the front frame, tractor transmission housing (right side), or instrument panel badge.
Overview
 | 1992 - 1997
200 SeriesUtility tractorUrsus built |
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1992 - 1997 | |
200 Series | |
Utility tractor | |
Ursus built | |
1992 - 1997 | |
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200 Series | |
Utility tractor | |
Ursus built |
Production | |
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Distributor | Massey Ferguson |
Manufacturer | Ursus |
Utility tractor | |
Built in Poland | |
Original price | $16,400 (1997) |
Massey Ferguson 261 Engine | |
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Perkins 3.9L 4-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ...  |
Massey Ferguson 261 Transmission | |
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8-speed sliding gear | |
Transmission details ...  |
Massey Ferguson 261 Power | |
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Engine | 60 hp
44.7 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 53 hp
39.5 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Steering | hydrostatic power |
Wet disc brakes | |
Two-post ROPS. | |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 21 gal
79.5 L |
Hydraulic system | 11 gal
41.6 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open |
Capacity | 11 gal
41.6 L |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II/I |
Control | position and draft control |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | live (two-stage clutch) |
Rear PTO Type | 540 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 87.5 inches
222 cm |
Weight | 5,380 lbs
2440 kg |
Front tire | 7.50-16 |
Rear tire | 16.9-30 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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MF 200 Series published in 1994, by Massey Ferguson |
Engine
| 1992 - 1997
200 SeriesUtility tractorUrsus built |
|---|---|
1992 - 1997 | |
200 Series | |
Utility tractor | |
Ursus built | |
1992 - 1997 | |
|---|---|
200 Series | |
Utility tractor | |
Ursus built |
Engine Detail — 236 ci / 3.9 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Perkins AD4.236 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 236 ci
3.9 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.875x5.00 inches
98 x 127 mm |
Power | 60 hp
44.7 kW |
Air cleaner | oil bath |
Rated RPM | 2000 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Coolant capacity | 14.8 qts
14.0 L |
Transmission
| 1992 - 1997
200 SeriesUtility tractorUrsus built |
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1992 - 1997 | |
200 Series | |
Utility tractor | |
Ursus built | |
1992 - 1997 | |
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200 Series | |
Utility tractor | |
Ursus built |
Transmission — 8 forward and 2 reverse sliding gear
Type | sliding gear |
Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
Tractor must be stopped, and clutch used, to shift gears. | |
Dimensions
| 1992 - 1997
200 SeriesUtility tractorUrsus built |
|---|---|
1992 - 1997 | |
200 Series | |
Utility tractor | |
Ursus built | |
1992 - 1997 | |
|---|---|
200 Series | |
Utility tractor | |
Ursus built |
Massey Ferguson 261 Tires | |
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Ag front | 7.50-16 |
Ag rear | 16.9-30 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 87.5 inches
222 cm |
Length | 148 inches
375 cm |
Width | 75.9 inches
192 cm |
Height (ROPS) | 96.5 inches
245 cm |
Weight | 5,380 lbs
2440 kg |
Ground clearance | 13.4 inches
34 cm |
Photos
Massey Ferguson 261
Massey Ferguson 261
Massey Ferguson 261 operator station and controls.
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