Leyland 255 Specs & Features

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Leyland 255 Technical Specifications

Leyland 255 is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 1972 – 1976.

Below you will find detailed technical specifications for Leyland 255 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 255 Production

Manufacturer:
Manufacturer:	Leyland
Type:	Utility tractor

Leyland 255 Power

Engine:
Engine (gross):	60 hp 44.7 kW
Engine (net):	56 hp 41.8 kW
PTO (claimed):	50 hp 37.3 kW
Drawbar (tested):	40.50 hp 30.2 kW
PTO (tested):	47.91 hp 35.7 kW

Leyland 255 Mechanical

Chassis:

4×2 2WD

Steering:

power assist

Brakes:

mechanical dry disc

Cab:

Open operator station. Cab available.

Transmission:

10-speed gear

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 255 Engine detail

Engine Detail
Leyland 4/98 DT
diesel
4-cylinder
liquid-cooled
Displacement:	222 ci 3.6 L
Bore/Stroke:	3.858×4.921 inches 98 x 125 mm
Power (gross):	60 hp 44.7 kW
Air cleaner:	dry
Compression:	17.8:1
Rated RPM:	2200
Starter volts:	12
Oil capacity:	9.5 qts 9.0 L

Leyland 255 Transmission overview

Engine Oil

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

Leyland 255 Dimensions

Wheelbase:	79.9 inches 202 cm
Length:	131.5 inches 334 cm
Width:	63.8 inches 162 cm
Height (steering wheel):	62.6 inches 159 cm
Height (cab):	92.9 inches 235 cm
Ground clearance:	16.9 inches 42 cm

Leyland 255 Weight
Shipping:	5379 lbs 2439 kg
	5953 lbs 2700 kg
Operating:	6300 lbs 2857 kg
Ballasted:	8610 lbs 3905 kg

Leyland 255 Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 1176

Nebraska Tractor Test 1176
Diesel 10-speed 2WD May 6 – 22, 1975 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1176 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed:	47.91 hp 35.7 kW
Fuel use:	3.2 gal/hour 12.1 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed:	43.85 hp 32.7 kW
Fuel use:	2.7 gal/hour 10.2 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power:	40.50 hp 30.2 kW
Fuel use:	3.2 gal/hour 12.1 l/hour
Gear 6 used for power test.

FAQ

Is Leyland 255 a good tractor?

The Leyland 255 is one of the great tractors in the Leyland stable, and it has earned Leyland a fantastic reputation.

How much oil does a Leyland 255 take?

Check out the Leyland 255 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 255 was an agricultural tractor model made from 1972 – 1976