Massey Ferguson 6255 Fuel, Cooling, Starting & Service Specs
Fuel capacity
42 gal | 159.0 L
Starter volts
12
Massey Ferguson 6255 Horsepower Comparison Charts
PTO horsepower comparison
This model
85 hp
Average
65 hp
Low
35 hp
High
105 hp
Drawbar horsepower comparison
This model
74.2 hp
Average
55 hp
Low
30 hp
High
95 hp
Displacement comparison
This model
244 ci
Average
260 ci
Low
150 ci
High
380 ci
Rated RPM comparison
This model
2,200 rpm
Average
2,200 rpm
Low
1,800 rpm
High
2,700 rpm
Engine size per PTO HP
This model
2.9 ci/hp
Average
3.5 ci/hp
Low
2.2 ci/hp
High
5.8 ci/hp
Benchmarks use practical low, average and high ranges for the utility tractor category. Use the operator manual and actual engine/tractor configuration before sizing implements or judging working power.
Massey Ferguson 6255 Horsepower FAQ
How much PTO horsepower does the Massey Ferguson 6255 have?
The listed PTO output is 85 hp, above the 65 hp benchmark average. That is the number to use for mowers, balers, augers, pumps and other PTO tools that need up to about 85 hp.
How much drawbar horsepower does the Massey Ferguson 6255 have?
The listed drawbar output is 74.2 hp, above the 55 hp benchmark average. That makes the 74.2 hp drawbar number more useful than engine hp for tillage and heavy pulling.
Is the Massey Ferguson 6255 better judged by PTO hp or drawbar hp?
The drawbar output is about 87.3% of PTO output, comparing 74.2 drawbar hp with 85 PTO hp. That helps separate pulling ability from PTO implement ability.
How big is the Massey Ferguson 6255 engine?
The engine displacement is 244 ci, close to the 260 ci benchmark average. It is close to the normal engine-size range for this horsepower class.
Is the Massey Ferguson 6255 engine stressed for its PTO horsepower?
The engine has about 2.9 cubic inches per PTO hp, using 244 ci and 85 PTO hp. That is a smaller-displacement, higher-output style result.
How much PTO horsepower per liter does the Massey Ferguson 6255 make?
The output density is about 21.2 PTO hp per liter, using 85 PTO hp and 4 L of displacement. Higher hp/L means more output squeezed from each liter; lower hp/L usually means a more relaxed engine tune.
What rpm is the Massey Ferguson 6255 rated at?
The rated speed is 2,200 rpm, close to the 2,200 rpm benchmark average. The 2,200 rpm figure is around normal for this class.
Official information note
Horsepower and engine specs can vary by year, market, engine option, fuel system, test standard and tractor configuration. Check the operator manual, spec plate, parts book and official masseyferguson.com website before buying parts, sizing implements or making repair decisions.
