Massey Ferguson
261
Farm tractor · 1992–1997 · 60 hp
Massey Ferguson261
The Massey Ferguson 261 is a farm tractor manufactured from 1992 to 1997. It features a Perkins AD4.236 engine, and two-post steering. The transmission is a sliding gear type with 8 forward and 2 reverse.
Engine
| Engine | Perkins AD4.236 |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type | diesel |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 236 ci (3.9 L) |
| Bore | 3.88 in (98 mm) |
| Stroke | 5 in (127 mm) |
| Power Gross | 60 hp (44.7 kW) |
| Power Rated | 60 hp (44.7 kW) |
| Power PTO | 53 hp (39.5 kW) |
| Air Cleaner | oil bath |
| Starter Volts | 12 |
| Coolant Capacity | 14.8 qts (14 L) |
| Manufacturer | Perkins |
| Rated | 2,000 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 |
Hydraulics
| Type | open |
|---|---|
| System Capacity | 11 gal (41.6 L) |
Hitch
| Rear Type | II/I |
|---|---|
| Hitch Control | position and draft control |
Dimensions
| Length | 148 in (375 cm) |
|---|---|
| Width | 75.9 in (192 cm) |
| Height Rops | 96.5 in (245 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 87.5 in (222 cm) |
| Ground Clearance | 13.4 in (34 cm) |
Weight
| Weight | 5,380 lbs (2,440 kg) |
|---|
Tires & Tracks
| Front Ag | 7.50-16 |
|---|---|
| Rear Ag | 16.9-30 |
Fuel
| Capacity | 21 gal (79.5 L) |
|---|
Steering
| Type | two-post |
|---|
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|---|---|---|---|
| BEFCO BRC-248 | Rotary Cutters | 48" | 25 hp |
| Land Pride RCR1272 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 25 hp |
| Bush Hog BH116 | Rotary Cutters | 68" | 25 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-148 | Rotary Cutters | 48" | 25 hp |
| Bush Hog BH210-3 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 25 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-260 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 30 hp |
| Bush Hog BH210-3 variant 2 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 30 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-160 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 30 hp |
| Land Pride RCF2760 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 35 hp |
| Bush Hog BH310-2 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 35 hp |
| BEFCO RMD-360 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 35 hp |
| Land Pride RCF2772 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 35 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-172 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 35 hp |
| Land Pride RCD1884 | Rotary Cutters | 84" | 35 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-272 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 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 |
| Bush Hog BH210-3 variant 3 | Rotary Cutters | 84" | 50 hp |
| BEFCO RHD-472 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 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 |
| Land Pride RCF3696 - 3PT | Rotary Cutters | 96" | 50 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.