Massey Ferguson 8250

The Massey Ferguson 8250 is a tractor produced by Massey Ferguson. It is equipped with a 449.4 ci 7.4 L engine. The listed engine power is 161.1 hp 120.1 kW. Transmission: 32 forward and reverse. Operating weight: 18,065 lbs 8194 kg.

Engine Power

161.1 hp 120.1 kW

Fuel & Capacities

120 gal 454.2 L

Transmission

32 forward and reverse

Operating Weight

18,065 lbs 8194 kg

Overview

	1999 - 2003 8200 SeriesRow-Crop tractor 8200 Series Row-Crop tractor

Production
Manufacturer	Massey Ferguson
Row-Crop tractor
Built in France
Original price	$95,600

Massey Ferguson 8250 Engine
Valmet 7.4L 6-cyl diesel
Engine details ...

Massey Ferguson 8250 Transmission
32-speed four-range power shift
Transmission details ...

Massey Ferguson 8250 Power
PTO (claimed)	165 hp 123.0 kW
Drawbar (tested)	144.8 hp 108.0 kW
PTO (tested)	165.8 hp 123.6 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Four-wheel drive
Steering	hydrostatic power
Independent hydraulic wet disc brakes
Cab standard

Capacity
Fuel	120 gal 454.2 L
Hydraulic system	28.7 gal 108.6 L

Hydraulics
Type	pressure flow compensated (PFC)
Capacity	28.7 gal 108.6 L
Valves	3

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	III
Rear lift	14000 lbs 6350 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	independent
Rear PTO Type	540/1000

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	121.1 inches 307 cm
Weight	18,065 lbs 8194 kg
Front tire	16.9R-28
Rear tire	20.8R-38
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	negative
Battery volts	12

References

MF Loaders for Compact & Agricultural Tractors published in 2003, by Massey Ferguson

Engine

Engine Detail — 449.4 ci / 7.4 L Diesel

Manufacturer	Valmet
Configuration	turbocharged intercooled diesel, 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	449.4 ci 7.4 L
Bore/Stroke	4.251x5.278 inches 108 x 134 mm
Air cleaner	dual paper elements
Compression	16.5:1
Rated RPM	2200
Starter volts	12
Coolant capacity	31.2 qts 29.5 L

Transmission

Transmission — 32 forward and reverse four-range power shift

Type	four-range power shift
Gears	32 forward and reverse
Clutch	wet disc

Dimensions

Massey Ferguson 8250 Tires
Ag front	16.9R-28
Ag rear	20.8R-38

Dimensions
Wheelbase	121.1 inches 307 cm
Operating weight	18,065 lbs 8194 kg

Tests

OCED Tractor Test 1843
Diesel 32-speed 4WD March 1 - June 1, 1999 Link: OCED Tractor Test 1843 file
PTO performance
Max power	165.8 hp 123.6 kW
Fuel use	9.0 gal/hour 34.1 l/hour
Power at rated engine speed	161.1 hp 120.1 kW
Fuel use	9.5 gal/hour 36.0 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	163.2 hp 121.7 kW
Fuel use	9.3 gal/hour 35.2 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	144.8 hp 108.0 kW
Fuel use	9.1 gal/hour 34.4 l/hour
Gear 12 used for power test.

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Massey Ferguson 8250 based on its 161.1 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & Operation	Recommended Size	Workload Rating	Engineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage	5 to 7 Bottom (18")5 - 7 铧 (45 cm)	Commercial / Field Scale	Large acreage tillage; requires front ballast weights.
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing	15 to 20 ft Batwing4.6 - 6.1 m 宽幅折叠翼	Commercial / Field Scale	Large commercial field and roadside mowing operations.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep	90 to 120 in Heavy Duty230 - 300 cm 重型旋耕机	Commercial / Field Scale	Deep intensive seedbed preparation for commercial row crops.
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage	15 to 22 ft Folding Disc4.5 - 6.7 m 折叠式圆盘耙	Commercial / Field Scale	Wide commercial field leveling; requires hydraulic remotes.
Hay BalerHay & Forage	Large Square Baler (3x4 or 4x4)大方捆商用打捆机 (1.2x1.2 m)	Commercial / Field Scale	High-capacity commercial forage harvesting (1000 RPM PTO).

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 8250.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 14.3 hrs

Approximately 14.3 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (120 gal / 454.2 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~8.4 gal/hr (31.7 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