Massey Ferguson 4253 Utility tractor Specs & Features

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Massey Ferguson 4253 Utility tractor Technical Specifications

Massey Ferguson 4253 is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 1997 – 1999.

Below you will find detailed technical specifications for Massey Ferguson 4253 covering engine types, horsepower ratings, weight, height, fuel type and tank volume, oil capacity and type, hydraulic system diagram, wiring diagram, battery specs, etc.

Massey Ferguson 4253 Production

Manufacturer:
Manufacturer:	Massey Ferguson
Type:	Utility tractor
Factory:	Coventry, England
Original price:	$32,400 (1999 )

Massey Ferguson 4253 Power

Engine:
Engine (net):	95 hp 70.8 kW
PTO (claimed):	85 hp 63.4 kW
Drawbar (tested):	65.6 hp 48.9 kW
PTO (tested):	84.1 hp 62.7 kW

Massey Ferguson 4253 Electrical

Ground:	negative
Charging system:	alternator
Charging amps:	45 (ROPS)
	70 (Cab)
Batteries:	2
Battery CCA:	590
Battery volts:	12

Massey Ferguson 4253 Mechanical

Chassis:

4×2 2WD

4×4 MFWD 4WD

Final drives:

outboard planetary

Steering:

hydrostatic power

Brakes:

independent hydraulic wet disc

Cab:

Two-post foldable ROPS. Cab optional with air-conditioning.

Transmissions:

8-speed nonsynchronized gear

12-speed partially synchronized

12-speed synchronized shuttle

Capacity

Fuel:	33.6 gal 127.2 L (cab)
	34.3 gal 129.8 L (ROPS)
	16.4 gal 62.1 L (cab opt.)
	18.5 gal 70.0 L (ROPS opt.)
	29.1 gal 110.1 L (Hi-Viz)
Hydraulic system:	13.2 gal 50.0 L

Hydraulics

Type:	open center
Capacity:	13.2 gal 50.0 L
Pressure:	3046 psi 210.0 bar
Valves:	2 to 4
Pump flow:	10 gpm 37.9 lpm

Tracktor Hitch

Rear Type:	II
Control:	position and draft control
Rear lift (at ends):	4339 lbs 1968 kg
	4984 lbs 2260 kg (optional)

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:	independent
Clutch:	hydraulic wet disc
Rear RPM:	540/1000 (1.375)

Massey Ferguson 4253 Engine detail

Engine Detail
Perkins 1004.4TW
turbocharged diesel
4-cylinder
liquid-cooled
Displacement:	243.5 ci 4.0 L
Bore/Stroke:	3.937×5.00 inches 100 x 127 mm
Air cleaner:	dual paper elements
Compression:	17.3:1
Rated RPM:	2200
Torque:	276 lb-ft 374.3 Nm
Torque RPM:	1500
Starter volts:	12
Oil capacity:	6.9 qts 6.5 L
Coolant capacity:	18.5 qts 17.5 L

Massey Ferguson 4253 Transmission overview

Engine Oil

Type:	nonsynchronized gear
Gears:	8 forward and 2 reverse
Clutch:	dry disc
Standard transmission on the ROPS-equipped 4233.

Massey Ferguson 4253 Dimensions

Wheelbase:	93 inches 236 cm
Length:	159 inches 403 cm (2WD)
	160 inches 406 cm (4WD)
Width:	79 inches 200 cm (min)
Ground clearance:	14 inches 35 cm
Front axle:	2WD
Front axle:	2WD LoProfile
Front axle:	2WD Wide Row-Crop
Front axle:	4WD
Rear axle:	Flange
Front tread:	57 to 77 inches 144 to 195 cm (2WD)
Front tread:	55 to 75 inches 139 to 190 cm (4WD)
Rear tread:	60 to 84 inches 152 to 213 cm

Massey Ferguson 4253 Weight
	6914 lbs 3136 kg (2WD ROPS)
	7735 lbs 3508 kg (2WD Cab)
	7465 lbs 3386 kg (4WD ROPS)
	8287 lbs 3758 kg (4WD Cab)
Operating:	8430 lbs 3823 kg
Max rear axle:	10000 lbs 4536 kg

Massey Ferguson 4253 Height
Steering wheel:	73 inches 185 cm
	67 inches 170 cm (LoProfile)
ROPS:	103 inches 261 cm
	80 inches 203 cm (folded)
Cab:	103 inches 261 cm

Massey Ferguson 4253 Tests

OCED Tractor Test 1800

OCED Tractor Test 1800
Diesel 12-speed 4WD June 1 – July 1, 1998 Link: OCED Tractor Test 1800 file
PTO performance
Max power:	84.1 hp 62.7 kW
Fuel use:	5.2 gal/hour 19.7 l/hour
Power at rated engine speed:	82.2 hp 61.3 kW
Fuel use:	5.4 gal/hour 20.4 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed:	83.3 hp 62.1 kW
Fuel use:	5.0 gal/hour 18.9 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power:	65.6 hp 48.9 kW
Fuel use:	5.4 gal/hour 20.4 l/hour
Gear 1M used for power test.
Max pull:	9170 lbs 4159 kg
Gear 1L used for pull test.

FAQ

Is Massey Ferguson 4253 a good tractor?

The Massey Ferguson 4253 is one of the great tractors in the Massey Ferguson stable, and it has earned Massey Ferguson a fantastic reputation.

How much oil does a Massey Ferguson 4253 take?

Check out the Massey Ferguson 4253 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 Massey Ferguson made the 4245

The Massey Ferguson 4253 was an agricultural tractor model made from 1997 – 1999