Massey Ferguson 3255

The Massey Ferguson 3255 is a tractor produced by Massey Ferguson. It is equipped with a 243 ci 4.0 L engine. The rated power output is 95 hp 70.8 kW. Transmission: 24 forward and 12 reverse.

Overview

	1999 - 2001 3200 SeriesOrchard/Vineyard tractor
1999 - 2001
3200 Series
Orchard/Vineyard tractor

Production
Manufacturer	Massey Ferguson
Orchard/Vineyard tractor

Massey Ferguson 3255 Engine
Perkins 4.0L 4-cyl diesel
Fuel tank	11.9 gal 45.0 L
Engine details ...

Massey Ferguson 3255 Power
Engine	95 hp 70.8 kW

Mechanical
Two- or four-wheel drive
Differential lock	electro-hydraulic rear
Power steering
Hydraulic wet disc brakes
Two-post mid-mount folding ROPS. Cab optional with air-conditioning.

Hydraulics
Type	open center
Pressure	2465 psi 170.0 bar
Pump flow	14 gpm 53.0 lpm

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	II
Control	position and draft control
Rear lift	5732 lbs 2600 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	independent
Clutch	dry disc
Rear PTO Type	540/1000 (1.375)
	540/540E OptOptional
Engine RPM	540@1944
	540E@1375
	1000@1916

Dimensions & Tires
2WD Wheelbase	85.6 inches 217 cm
4WD Wheelbase	84 inches 213 cm
Front tire	9.00-10
3255GE 2WD Rear tire	14.9LR20
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging system	alternator
Battery volts	12
Battery AH	95

References
Operator's Manual Tractors Series 3200 GE-S-F-SA (3651 896 M2) published in 1998

Engine

Engine Detail — 243 ci / 4.0 L Diesel

Manufacturer	Perkins 1004.40T
Configuration	turbocharged diesel, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	243 ci 4.0 L
Bore/Stroke	3.937x5.00 inches 100 x 127 mm
Power	95 hp 70.8 kW
Fuel system	direct injection
Air cleaner	dry
Pre-heating	thermostart
Compression	17.25:1
Rated RPM	2200
Idle RPM	800-2354
Torque	285.5 lb-ft 387.1 Nm
Torque RPM	1400
Firing order	1-3-4-2
Starter	electric
Starter volts	12
Intake valve clearance	0.008 inches (cold) 0.203 mm
Exhaust valve clearance	0.018 inches (cold) 0.457 mm

Transmission

Transmission options
12-speed partially synchronized
24-speed creeper

Transmission — 12 forward and reverse partially synchronized

Type	partially synchronized
Gears	12 forward and reverse
Clutch	304.8mm cerametallic disc
Four synchronized gears (1-4) in three ranges. Gears may be shifted on the move with the clutch. Tractor must be stopped, and clutch used, to shift range or shuttle.
With 14.9R28 rear tires.
Transmission
Type	creeper
Gears	24 forward and 12 reverse

Dimensions

Massey Ferguson 3255 Tires
3255GE 2WD Standard tires (ag)	Front: 9.00-10. Rear: 14.9LR20
3255GE 4WD Standard tires (ag)	Front: 9.0/75-16. Rear: 14.9LR20
3255FA 4WD Standard tires (ag)	Front: 300/70R20. Rear: 420/70R28

Dimensions
2WD Wheelbase	85.6 inches 217 cm
4WD Wheelbase	84 inches 213 cm
Length	159.1 inches 404 cm

Massey Ferguson 3255 Height
3255GE Steering wheel	54.1 inches 137 cm
3255FA Steering wheel	58.3 inches 148 cm
3255GE Hood	48.5 inches 123 cm
3255FA Hood	50.4 inches 128 cm
3255GE ROPS	92.5 inches 234 cm
3255FA ROPS	102 inches 259 cm
3255FA Cab	89.8 inches 228 cm

Photos

Massey Ferguson 3255 tractor photo