Massey Ferguson 4255 Fuel, Cooling, Starting & Service Specs
Starter volts
12
Battery volts
12
Massey Ferguson 4255 Horsepower Comparison Charts
Engine horsepower comparison
This model
95 hp
Average
80 hp
Low
45 hp
High
120 hp
PTO horsepower comparison
This model
86.8 hp
Average
65 hp
Low
35 hp
High
105 hp
Displacement comparison
This model
244 ci
Average
260 ci
Low
150 ci
High
380 ci
Torque comparison
This model
275.8 lb-ft
Average
240 lb-ft
Low
120 lb-ft
High
420 lb-ft
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
2.8 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 4255 Horsepower FAQ
How much horsepower does the Massey Ferguson 4255 have?
The listed engine output is 95 hp, above the 80 hp benchmark average. That is a higher-power result, so ballast, tire setup and implement width matter if you want to use the full 95 hp.
How much PTO horsepower does the Massey Ferguson 4255 have?
The listed PTO output is 86.8 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 86.8 hp.
How much engine power reaches the PTO on the Massey Ferguson 4255?
The PTO-to-engine transfer works out to 91.4%, from 95 engine hp to 86.8 PTO hp. That is a strong transfer figure when the two specs are from the same configuration.
How big is the Massey Ferguson 4255 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 4255 engine stressed for its PTO horsepower?
The engine has about 2.8 cubic inches per PTO hp, using 244 ci and 86.8 PTO hp. That is a smaller-displacement, higher-output style result.
How much PTO horsepower per liter does the Massey Ferguson 4255 make?
The output density is about 21.7 PTO hp per liter, using 86.8 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.
How much torque does the Massey Ferguson 4255 have?
The listed torque is 275.8 lb-ft, above the 240 lb-ft benchmark average. The 275.8 lb-ft figure is useful for lugging, loader work and heavy PTO load recovery.
Does the Massey Ferguson 4255 have good torque for its PTO horsepower?
The torque-to-PTO-power figure is about 3.2 lb-ft per PTO hp, using 275.8 lb-ft and 86.8 PTO hp. A higher number usually points to a slower, gruntier working feel.
What rpm is the Massey Ferguson 4255 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.
