AgriculturalPerformance profile
Leyland 344
The Leyland 344 is a sturdy tractor built for farm work. It has a BMC diesel engine with 4 cylinders and 59 horsepower. This engine is liquid-cooled and uses direct injection for fuel. The tractor has a gear transmission with 10 forward gears and 2 reverse gears, giving the driver good control. This tractor is big and strong. It's 131 inches long, 64 inches wide, and 86.2 inches tall. It weighs 5376 pounds, which helps it handle tough jobs. The Leyland 344 has big agricultural tires, with a 6.00-16 tire in front and a 12.4-32 tire in the back. It also has a three-point hitch, which lets it connect to many farm tools. The hydraulic system is open center type, which is good for using different attachments.
ManufacturerLeylandPower59 hpEngine4-cylTransGear
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Quick specs
- Category
- Agricultural
- Engine Power Output
- 59hp
- Operating Weight
- 5,376 lb
- Transmission
- Gear
At a glance
How the 344 compares
vs. Agricultural medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
Across all Agricultural tractors
59 hp · 13th
This model
13
Median 110 hp
282
This modelAgricultural tractorsMediann = 1,028
The 344 ranks at the 13th percentile for engine power among recorded agricultural tractors.
Overview
About the Leyland 344
The Leyland 344 is a sturdy tractor built for farm work. It has a BMC diesel engine with 4 cylinders and 59 horsepower. This engine is liquid-cooled and uses direct injection for fuel. The tractor has a gear transmission with 10 forward gears and 2 reverse gears, giving the driver good control. This tractor is big and strong. It's 131 inches long, 64 inches wide, and 86.2 inches tall. It weighs 5376 pounds, which helps it handle tough jobs. The Leyland 344 has big agricultural tires, with a 6.00-16 tire in front and a 12.4-32 tire in the back. It also has a three-point hitch, which lets it connect to many farm tools. The hydraulic system is open center type, which is good for using different attachments.
Full specifications
Every recorded spec
General
| Manufacturer | Leyland |
|---|---|
| Model | 344 |
| Category | Agricultural tractor |
| Operating weight | 5,376lb |
Engine
| Make | BMC |
|---|---|
| Power | 59hp |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Displacement | 207.5ci |
| Bore | 3.74in |
| Stroke | 4.72in |
Transmission
| Type | Gear |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 10 |
| Reverse gears | 2 |
Hydraulics
| Type | Open Center |
|---|
Dimensions
| Length | 131in |
|---|---|
| Width | 64in |
| Height | 86.2in |
| Operating weight | 5,376lb |
Capacities
| Cooling system | 3.6gal |
|---|
Head to head
344 vs. Agricultural median
How the Leyland 344 compares to other Agricultural tractors
| Spec | This model | Agricultural median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 59 hp | 110 hp | -46% | 13th |
| Engine Displacement | 208 ci | 336 ci | -38% | 18th |
| Cylinders | 4 | 5.5 | -27% | 31st |
| Forward Gears | 10 | 16 | -37% | 23rd |
| Operating Weight | 5,376 lb | 10,914 lb | -51% | 15th |
| Length | 131 in | 173 in | -24% | 13th |
| Width | 64 in | 79.5 in | -19% | 28th |
| Height | 86.2 in | 111 in | -22% | 16th |
Medians and percentiles are computed from the agricultural tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 497–1,130 models).
Compare to tractors with similar specs
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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FAQ
Common questions
What is the engine power output of the Leyland 344?
Rated engine output for the Leyland 344 is 59 hp, delivered by a 4-cylinder engine. The engine displaces 207.5 ci.
What hitch category is the Leyland 344?
The Leyland 344 uses a Category 3 hitch.
What is the operating weight of the Leyland 344?
In working trim, the Leyland 344 comes in at roughly 5,376 lb.
Which transmission does the Leyland 344 use?
The Leyland 344 is equipped with a Gear transmission with 10 forward gears.
What type of hydraulic system does the Leyland 344 use?
Hydraulics on the Leyland 344 are Open Center.
How do I maintain a Leyland 344?
Routine service for the Leyland 344 covers engine oil and filter changes, hydraulic and coolant level checks, air filter cleaning, and scheduled inspections. Refer to the manufacturer's maintenance schedule for exact intervals.