NorTrac NT-254
The NorTrac NT-254 is a tractor produced by Nortrac. It is equipped with a 93.5 ci 1.5 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 25 hp / 18.6 kW. Transmission: 12 forward and 4 reverse. Operating weight: 2514 lbs 1140 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 25 hp / 18.6 kW
Fuel & Capacities
5.8 gal
22.0 L
Transmission
12 forward and 4 reverse
Operating Weight
2514 lbs
1140 kg
Overview
 | Compact Utility tractor | Compact Utility tractor |
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Note: the NorTrac model NT-254 is the same as the Jinma JM-254. The following data is from the JM-254 listing. |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | NorTrac |
Compact Utility tractor | |
Built in Yancheng City, China | |
NorTrac NT-254 Engine | |
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Jinma 1.5L 3-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ...  |
NorTrac NT-254 Transmission | |
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12-speed | |
Transmission details ...  |
NorTrac NT-254 Power | |
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Engine | 25 hp
18.6 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Four-wheel drive | |
Two-post ROPS. |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 5.8 gal
22.0 L |
Hydraulic system | 2.38 gal
9.0 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Capacity | 2.38 gal
9.0 L |
Valves | 1 |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | I |
Rear lift | 875 lbs
396 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | live *2-stage clutch |
Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 64.9 inches
164 cm |
Weight | 2514 lbs
1140 kg |
Front tire | 6.00-16 |
Rear tire | 9.5-24 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Engine
Note: the NorTrac model NT-254 is the same as the Jinma JM-254. The following data is from the JM-254 listing. |
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Engine Detail — 93.5 ci / 1.5 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Jinma Y385 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 93.5 ci
1.5 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.346x3.543 inches
85 x 90 mm |
Power | 25 hp
18.6 kW |
Compression | 22:1 |
Rated RPM | 2350 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 6.3 qts
6.0 L |
Coolant capacity | 8.44 qts
8.0 L |
Transmission
Note: the NorTrac model NT-254 is the same as the Jinma JM-254. The following data is from the JM-254 listing. |
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Transmission — 12 forward and 4 reverse
Gears | 12 forward and 4 reverse |
Dimensions
Note: the NorTrac model NT-254 is the same as the Jinma JM-254. The following data is from the JM-254 listing. |
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NorTrac NT-254 Tires | |
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Ag front | 6.00-16 |
Ag rear | 9.5-24 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 64.9 inches
164 cm |
Length | 117.8 inches
299 cm |
Width | 51.1 inches
129 cm |
Height | 56.6 inches
143 cm |
Weight | 2514 lbs
1140 kg |
Photos
NorTrac NT-254
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Nortrac NT-254 based on its 25 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 1 to 2 Bottom (12")1 - 2 铧 (30 cm) | Light Duty | Ideal for garden plots and light sandy soil. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 5 ft (60 in)1.5 m | Medium Duty | Pasture maintenance and weeds up to 1.5" diameter. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 54 to 60 in135 - 150 cm | Medium Duty | Thorough seedbed preparation in orchards and vegetable plots. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 5 to 6 ft (16-18" discs)1.5 - 1.8 m (40-45 cm 耙片) | Light Duty | Small acreage soil break-up and secondary aeration. |
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 Nortrac NT-254.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 4.5 hrs
Approximately 4.5 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (5.8 gal / 22 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~1.3 gal/hr (4.9 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
Nortrac NT-254 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Nortrac NT-254.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)25 hp
Kilowatts (kW)18.6 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)25.3 PS
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