Massey Ferguson 4255

The Massey Ferguson 4255 is a tractor produced by Massey Ferguson. It is equipped with a 244 ci 4.0 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 95 hp / 70.8 kW. Transmission: Speedshift. Operating weight: 7736 to 8223 pounds.

Engine Power

Diesel (listed): 95 hp / 70.8 kW

Fuel & Capacities

25.9 gal 98.0 L

Transmission

Speedshift

Operating Weight

7736 to 8223 pounds

Overview

	1997 - 2001 4200 SeriesUtility tractor 4200 Series Utility tractor

Production
Manufacturer	Massey Ferguson (a part of AGCO)
Utility tractor

Massey Ferguson 4255 Engine
Perkins 4.0L 4-cyl diesel
Engine details ...

Massey Ferguson 4255 Power
Engine	95 hp 70.8 kW
PTO (claimed)	86.8 hp 64.7 kW

Mechanical
Two- or four-wheel drive
4WD Differential lock	electro-hydraulic front and rear
2WD Differential lock	electro-hydraulic rear
Power steering
Hydraulic wet disc brakes
Trailer brakes	hydraulic
Cab standard with heater. Optional air-conditioning. Available Versa cab with reversible seating position.

Capacity
LoProfile Fuel	25.9 gal 98.0 L
HiVisibility Fuel	33.6 gal 127.2 L
Hydraulic system	13.2 gal 50.0 L

Hydraulics
Capacity	13.2 gal 50.0 L
Pressure	3046 psi 210.0 bar
Valves	2 to 4
Pump flow	10 gpm 37.9 lpm
Total flow	17.4 gpm 65.9 lpm

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	II
Control	position control and mechanical draft control, electronic draft control optional

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	independent
Clutch	hydraulic
Rear PTO Type	540/1000
	540/540E OptOptional

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	92.5 inches 234 cm
Weight	7736 to 8223 pounds
Front tire	10.00-16
2WD Rear tire	16.9R34
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging system	alternator
Battery volts	12

Engine

Engine Detail — 244 ci / 4.0 L Diesel

Manufacturer	Perkins 1004T
Configuration	wastegated turbocharged diesel, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	244 ci 4.0 L
Bore/Stroke	3.94x5.00 inches 100 x 127 mm
Power	95 hp 70.8 kW
Fuel system	direct injection
Air cleaner	dry element
Rated RPM	2200
Torque	275.8 lb-ft 374.0 Nm
Torque RPM	1400
Starter	electric
Starter volts	12
Coolant capacity	18.5 qts 17.5 L

Transmission

Transmission options
12-speed mechanical shuttle
18-speed two-speed power shift
12-speed power shuttle
24-speed power shuttle

Transmission — 12 forward and reverse mechanical shuttle

Type	mechanical shuttle
Gears	12 forward and reverse
Clutch	330 cerametallic disc
Four gears (1-4) in three ranges (L/M/H) with mechanical shuttle.
With 16.9R34 rear tires.

Transmission — Speedshift

Transmission	Speedshift
Type	two-speed power shift
Gears	18 forward and 6 reverse
Clutch	330 cerametallic disc
Three gears (1-3) plus reverse (R) in three ranges (L/M/H) with push-button Speedshift power shift.
With 16.9R34 rear tires.

Transmission — 12 forward and reverse power shuttle

Type	power shuttle
Gears	12 forward and reverse
Clutch	electro-hydraulic wet disc
Four gears (1-4) in three ranges (L/M/H) with power shuttle.
With 16.9R34 rear tires.

Transmission — 24 forward and reverse power shuttle

Type	power shuttle
Gears	24 forward and reverse
Clutch	electro-hydraulic wet disc
Four gears (1-4) in three ranges (L/M/H) with power shuttle and push-button two-speed power shift.
With 16.9R34 rear tires.

Dimensions

Massey Ferguson 4255 Tires
2WD Standard tires (ag)	Front: 10.00-16. Rear: 16.9R34
4WD Standard tires (ag)	Front: 13.6R24. Rear: 16.9R34

Dimensions
Wheelbase	92.5 inches 234 cm
Length	157.9 inches 401 cm
Width	81.1 inches*Minimum width 205 cm
LoProfile Height (cab)	99.6 inches 252 cm
HiVisibility Height (cab)	102.8 inches 261 cm
2WD Weight	7736 lbs 3509 kg
4WD Weight	8223 lbs 3729 kg
Ground clearance	15.4 inches 39 cm
2WD Front tread	52 to 71.7 inches 132 to 182 cm
4WD Front tread	55.5 to 75.2 inches 140 to 191 cm
Rear tread	60.2 to 88.2 inches 152 to 224 cm

Photos

Massey Ferguson 4255 tractor photo

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Massey Ferguson 4255 based on its 95 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & Operation	Recommended Size	Workload Rating	Engineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage	4 to 5 Bottom (16-18")4 - 5 铧 (40-45 cm)	Heavy Duty	Heavy primary tillage; semi-mounted hitch recommended.
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing	10 to 12 ft Flex-Wing3.0 - 3.6 m 折叠双翼	Heavy Duty	Wide swath pasture and crop residue shredding.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep	78 to 84 in200 - 215 cm	Heavy Duty	Heavy commercial tiller with multi-speed gearbox.
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage	10 to 14 ft Tandem / Offset3.0 - 4.2 m 重型交错耙	Heavy Duty	Aggressive residue cutting in corn/cotton stubble.
Hay BalerHay & Forage	5x6 Round Baler or 3x3 Mid Square1.5x1.8 m 大圆捆或中型方捆机	Heavy Duty	High density baling; requires minimum 85 PTO HP.

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 4255.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 5.2 hrs

Approximately 5.2 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (25.9 gal / 98 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~4.9 gal/hr (18.7 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