Engine

The engine is a Perkins AD4.236 diesel 4-cylinder liquid-cooled with a displacement of 236ci / 3.9L and bore/stroke of 3.875x5.00inches / 98x 127 mm. It has a power output of 60hp / 44.7kW and a rated rpm of 2000. The engine is equipped with an oil bath air cleaner and a 12-volt starter. The coolant capacity is 14.8qts / 14.0L.


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Transmission

The transmission is an 8-speed sliding gear system. Unfortunately, no further details were provided in the .

Brakes

The brakes are wet disc brakes. The tractor is equipped with two-wheel drive and a two-post ROPS. The Perkins AD4.236 diesel engine provides hydrostatic power steering. The displacement of the engine is 236ci / 3.9L with a bore/stroke of 3.875x5.00inches / 98x 127 mm. The power output is 60hp / 44.7kW with a rated rpm of 2000.



Steering

The steering is hydrostatic power steering, which is powered by the Perkins 3.9L 4-cylinder diesel engine. Unfortunately, no further details were provided in the .


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Common Problems

Users have reported issues with the wet disc brakes, which can wear out quickly and require frequent maintenance. Some users have also reported problems with the transmission, such as difficulty shifting gears or slipping out of gear. Additionally, the engine may experience overheating if the coolant levels are not properly maintained. Finally, some users have reported issues with the hydraulic system, such as leaks or low pressure.

What Users Like

Users appreciate the Massey Ferguson 261's agricultural tires, which include 7.50-16 front tires and 16.9-30 rear tires. The tractor is also praised for its powerful Perkins AD4.236 diesel engine, which provides 60hp / 44.7kW of power. Additionally, users appreciate the hydrostatic power steering, which makes the tractor easy to maneuver. Finally, the two-post ROPS provides added safety for the operator.

Techincal Specifications

Engine Detail

DescriptionPerkins AD4.236 diesel 4-cylinder liquid-cooled
Displacemen236ci / 3.9L
Bore/strok3.875x5.00inches / 98x 127 mm
Powe60hp / 44.7kW
Air Cleaneoil bath
Rated Rp2000
Starter Volt12
Coolant Capacit14.8qts / 14.0L

Engine

DescriptionPerkins 3.9L 4-cyl diesel

Transmission

Description8-speed sliding gear

Mechanical

DescriptionTwo-wheel drive Wet disc brakes Two-post ROPS.
Steerinhydrostatic power

Tires

Ag Fron7.50-16
Ag Rea16.9-30

Dimensions And Tires

Wheelbas87.5inches / 222cm
Weigh5,380lbs / 2440kg
Front Tir7.50-16
Rear Tir16.9-30

Capacity

Fue21gal / 79.5L
Hydraulic Syste11gal / 41.6L

Hydraulics

Typopen
Capacit11gal / 41.6L

Tractor Hitch

Rear TypII/I
Controposition and draft control

Electrical

Grounnegative
Battery Volt12

Power Take Off Pto

Rear Ptlive (two-stage clutch)
Rear Rp540

Serial Location

DescriptionSerial number plate on the right side of the Massey Ferguson 261, to the side of the dashboard.