Utility

Long 260

The Long 260 is a utility tractor designed for various farm tasks. It has a manual steering system and a sliding gear transmission with 6 forward gears and 2 reverse gears. This gives farmers good control over the tractor's speed for different jobs. The tractor is powered by a UTB/Universal diesel engine with 2 cylinders. The engine is liquid-cooled and naturally aspirated, meaning it doesn't use a turbocharger. It has a below-average displacement of 95 ci and runs at 2400 rpm, which is about average for tractors. The Long 260 weighs 3270 lb, making it a lighter utility tractor. It has an open center hydraulic system and an open operator station. The tractor measures 108.8 inches long and 65.9 inches wide, with a wheelbase of 70.8 inches. It comes with an electric starter and has the option for a coolant heater.

ManufacturerLongEngine2-cylTransSliding gear/constant mesh
Long 260

Quick specs

Category
Utility
Operating Weight
3,270 lb
Transmission
Sliding gear/constant mesh
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Overview

About the Long 260

The Long 260 is a utility tractor designed for various farm tasks. It has a manual steering system and a sliding gear transmission with 6 forward gears and 2 reverse gears. This gives farmers good control over the tractor's speed for different jobs. The tractor is powered by a UTB/Universal diesel engine with 2 cylinders. The engine is liquid-cooled and naturally aspirated, meaning it doesn't use a turbocharger. It has a below-average displacement of 95 ci and runs at 2400 rpm, which is about average for tractors. The Long 260 weighs 3270 lb, making it a lighter utility tractor. It has an open center hydraulic system and an open operator station. The tractor measures 108.8 inches long and 65.9 inches wide, with a wheelbase of 70.8 inches. It comes with an electric starter and has the option for a coolant heater.

Full specifications

Every recorded spec

General

ManufacturerLong
Model260
CategoryUtility tractor
Operating weight3,270lb

Engine

MakeUTB/Universal
Cylinders2
Displacement95ci
Bore3.74in
Stroke4.33in

Transmission

TypeSliding gear/constant mesh
Forward gears6
Reverse gears2

Chassis & drive

SteeringManual
CabOpen

Hydraulics

TypeOpen center

Dimensions

Length108.8in
Width65.9in
Operating weight3,270lb

Capacities

Cooling system2.13gal

Head to head

260 vs. Utility median

How the Long 260 compares to other Utility tractors

SpecThis modelUtility medianDifferencePercentile
Engine Displacement95 ci183 ci-48%22nd
Cylinders24-50%3rd
Forward Gears612-50%11th
Operating Weight3,270 lb5,303 lb-38%26th
Length109 in137 in-20%15th
Width65.9 in66 in0%50th

Medians and percentiles are computed from the utility tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 3,9335,720 models).

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FAQ

Common questions

How many cylinders does the Long 260 have?

The Long 260 runs a 2-cylinder engine with a displacement of 95 ci.

How much does the Long 260 weigh?

The Long 260 weighs about 3,270 lb in operating condition.

What transmission is in the Long 260?

Transmission on the Long 260 is Sliding gear/constant mesh, with 6 forward speeds.

What type of hydraulic system does the Long 260 use?

Hydraulics on the Long 260 are Open center.

What maintenance does the Long 260 require?

Like any tractor, the Long 260 needs periodic engine oil and filter changes, hydraulic fluid checks, and regular greasing and inspection. The owner's manual lists the manufacturer's recommended service intervals.