Massey Ferguson 253 Fuel, Cooling, Starting & Service Specs
Fuel capacity
12.6 gal | 47.7 L
Starter volts
12
Battery volts
12
Massey Ferguson 253 Horsepower Comparison Charts
Engine horsepower comparison
This model
57 hp
Average
80 hp
Low
45 hp
High
120 hp
PTO horsepower comparison
This model
48 hp
Average
65 hp
Low
35 hp
High
105 hp
Displacement comparison
This model
152 ci
Average
260 ci
Low
150 ci
High
380 ci
Rated RPM comparison
This model
2,250 rpm
Average
2,200 rpm
Low
1,800 rpm
High
2,700 rpm
Engine size per PTO HP
This model
3.2 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 253 Horsepower FAQ
How much horsepower does the Massey Ferguson 253 have?
The listed engine output is 57 hp, below the 80 hp benchmark average. That is a lower-power result, so the smarter match is lighter implements and jobs that do not demand more than about 57 hp.
How much PTO horsepower does the Massey Ferguson 253 have?
The listed PTO output is 48 hp, below the 65 hp benchmark average. For real use, size PTO implements below or near 48 hp rather than using a bigger engine-horsepower number.
How much engine power reaches the PTO on the Massey Ferguson 253?
The PTO-to-engine transfer works out to 84.2%, from 57 engine hp to 48 PTO hp. That is a normal usable range for judging PTO implement fit.
How big is the Massey Ferguson 253 engine?
The engine displacement is 152 ci, below the 260 ci benchmark average. Smaller displacement usually means less engine size behind each horsepower number.
Is the Massey Ferguson 253 engine stressed for its PTO horsepower?
The engine has about 3.2 cubic inches per PTO hp, using 152 ci and 48 PTO hp. That is close to the normal benchmark for this category.
How much PTO horsepower per liter does the Massey Ferguson 253 make?
The output density is about 19.2 PTO hp per liter, using 48 PTO hp and 2.5 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 253 rated at?
The rated speed is 2,250 rpm, close to the 2,200 rpm benchmark average. The 2,250 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.
