Leyland 245 Specs & Features

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Leyland 245 Technical Specifications

Leyland 245 is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 1972 – 1984.

Below you will find detailed technical specifications for Leyland 245 covering engine types, horsepower ratings, weight, height, fuel type and tank volume, oil capacity and type, hydraulic system diagram, wiring diagram, battery specs, etc.

Leyland 245 Production

Manufacturer:
Manufacturer:	Leyland
Type:	Utility tractor

Leyland 245 Power

Engine:
Engine (gross):	50 hp 37.3 kW
Engine (net):	48 hp 35.8 kW
PTO (claimed):	42 hp 31.3 kW
Drawbar (tested):	33.06 hp 24.7 kW
PTO (tested):	39.73 hp 29.6 kW

Leyland 245 Mechanical

Chassis:

4×2 2WD

Steering:

power assist

Brakes:

independent mechanical dry discs

Cab:

Open operator station. Cab available.

Transmissions:

10-speed gear

9-speed

Capacity

Fuel:	18 gal 68.1 L
Hydraulic system:	14.8 gal 56.0 L

Hydraulics

Type:	open center
Capacity:	14.8 gal 56.0 L
Pressure:	2610 psi 180.0 bar
Pump flow:	7.9 gpm 29.9 lpm

Tracktor Hitch

Rear Type:	II/I
Rear lift:	4012 lbs 1819 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:	independent
Rear RPM:	540
Engine RPM:	540@1813

Leyland 245 Engine detail

Engine Detail
Leyland D3.152
diesel
3-cylinder
liquid-cooled
Displacement:	152.7 ci 2.5 L
Bore/Stroke:	3.60×5.00 inches 91 x 127 mm
Power (gross):	50 hp 37.3 kW
Compression:	18.5:1
Rated RPM:	2250
Starter volts:	12
Oil capacity:	7.4 qts 7.0 L

Leyland 245 Transmission overview

Engine Oil

Type:	gear
Gears:	10 forward and 2 reverse
Five gears (1-5) plus reverse (R) in two ranges (low/high).

Leyland 245 Dimensions

Wheelbase:	74.4 inches 188 cm
Length:	126 inches 320 cm
Width:	63.8 inches 162 cm
Height (steering wheel):	61.8 inches 156 cm
Height (cab):	90.6 inches 230 cm
Ground clearance:	15.7 inches 39 cm

Leyland 245 Weight
Shipping:	4656 lbs 2111 kg
	5236 lbs 2375 kg (cab)
Operating:	5880 lbs 2667 kg
Ballasted:	7850 lbs 3560 kg

Leyland 245 Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 1177
Diesel 10-speed 2WD May 5 – 26, 1975 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1177 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed:	39.73 hp 29.6 kW
Fuel use:	2.6 gal/hour 9.8 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed:	36.38 hp 27.1 kW
Fuel use:	2.2 gal/hour 8.3 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power:	33.06 hp 24.7 kW
Fuel use:	2.5 gal/hour 9.5 l/hour
Gear 6 used for power test.

FAQ

Is Leyland 245 a good tractor?

The Leyland 245 is one of the great tractors in the Leyland stable, and it has earned Leyland a fantastic reputation.

How much oil does a Leyland 245 take?

Check out the Leyland 245 oil capacity and oil type in the engine specs section as it may vary across the engines. Keep in mind, that older models might have their oil capacity increased over time. You may compare between the early and late oil capacity.

Do tractors have VIN numbers?

Every tractor has a VIN number. The number is usually engraved below the driver’s seat. Tractor manufacturers put the number in different places on the tractor body.

What was the last year Leyland made the 245?

The Leyland 245 was an agricultural tractor model made from 1972 – 1984