Massey Ferguson
253
Farm tractor · 1988–1998 · 57 hp
Massey Ferguson253
The Massey Ferguson 253 is a farm tractor manufactured from 1988 to 1998. It features a Perkins AT3.152.4 engine, and two-post steering. The transmission is a sliding gear type with 8 forward and 2 reverse.
Engine
| Engine | Perkins AT3.152.4 |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type | diesel |
| Cylinders | 3 |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled |
| Turbocharger Status | turbocharged diesel |
| Displacement | 152 ci (2.5 L) |
| Power Gross | 57 hp (42.5 kW) |
| Power Rated | 57 hp (42.5 kW) |
| Power PTO | 50.3 hp (35.8 kW) |
| Air Cleaner | dual dry element |
| Starter Volts | 12 |
| Coolant Capacity | 10.8 qts (10.2 L) |
| Manufacturer | Perkins |
| Rated | 2,250 RPM |
Transmission
| Transmission Type | sliding gear |
|---|---|
| Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
| Transmission Description | Tractor must be stopped, and clutch used, to shift gears. |
| Available Options | 8-speed sliding gear, 8-speed synchronized manual shuttle |
Hydraulics
| Type | open |
|---|---|
| Pump Flow | 4.2 gpm (15.9 lpm) |
| System Capacity | 11.4 gal (43.1 L) |
Hitch
| Rear Type | II |
|---|---|
| Rear Lift | 2,621 lbs (1,188 kg) |
| Hitch Control | position and draft control |
Dimensions
| Length | 128 in (325 cm) |
|---|---|
| Width | 73.3 in (186 cm) |
| Height Rops | 87 in (220 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 77 in (195 cm) |
| Ground Clearance | 11.5 in (29 cm) |
Weight
| Weight | 4,735 lbs (2,147 kg) |
|---|
Tires & Tracks
| Front Ag | 280/80R-20 |
|---|---|
| Rear Ag | 14.9-28 |
Fuel
| Capacity | 12.6 gal (47.7 L) |
|---|
Steering
| Type | two-post |
|---|
Compatible Implements
Rotary Cutters
| Model | Type | Width | Min HP |
|---|---|---|---|
| BEFCO BRC-248 | Rotary Cutters | 48" | 25 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-148 | Rotary Cutters | 48" | 25 hp |
| Bush Hog BH116 | Rotary Cutters | 68" | 25 hp |
| Bush Hog BH210-3 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 25 hp |
| Land Pride RCR1272 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 25 hp |
| Bush Hog BH210-3 variant 2 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 30 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-260 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 30 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-160 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 30 hp |
| BEFCO RMD-360 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 35 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-172 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 35 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-272 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 35 hp |
| Land Pride RCF2760 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 35 hp |
| Land Pride RCF2772 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 35 hp |
| Land Pride RCD1884 | Rotary Cutters | 84" | 35 hp |
| Bush Hog BH310-2 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 35 hp |
| BEFCO RMD-372 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 40 hp |
| Land Pride RCF2696 | Rotary Cutters | 96" | 40 hp |
| Bush Hog BH310 variant 2 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 45 hp |
| Land Pride RCR1884 | Rotary Cutters | 84" | 45 hp |
| Land Pride RCF2084 | Rotary Cutters | 84" | 45 hp |
| Land Pride RCF3696 - 3PT | Rotary Cutters | 96" | 50 hp |
| Bush Hog BH210-3 variant 3 | Rotary Cutters | 84" | 50 hp |
| Land Pride RCF3096 - 3PT | Rotary Cutters | 96" | 50 hp |
| Land Pride RCR2596 - 3 PT | Rotary Cutters | 96" | 50 hp |
| Land Pride RCFM3696 - 3PT | Rotary Cutters | 96" | 50 hp |
| BEFCO RHD-472 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 50 hp |
Box Blades
| Model | Type | Width | Min HP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Land Pride BB3578 | Box Blades | 78" | 45 hp |
| Land Pride BB3584 | Box Blades | 84" | 45 hp |
| Land Pride BB3596 | Box Blades | 96" | 45 hp |
Checked: 3-point hitch category, PTO horsepower. Not checked: PTO speed (540/1000), hydraulic flow, 3-point lift capacity, rear remotes, ballast.
These implements meet this tractor's hitch and PTO-HP requirements — this is not a full compatibility guarantee. Confirm the remaining specs with your dealer before purchasing.
Nebraska Tests
NTTLTest #127
October to November 1992Nebraska Tractor Test
PTO Power
50.3HP
Sound
85dB(A)