AgriculturalPerformance profile

Massey Ferguson 281

The Massey Ferguson 281 is a powerful tractor built from 1998 to 2000. It has a strong Perkins engine with 75 horsepower, perfect for many farm tasks. The engine has 4 cylinders and runs on diesel fuel. It's cooled by liquid to keep it running smoothly. This tractor has a sliding gear transmission with 8 forward gears and 2 reverse gears. This gives the driver good control over speed and power. The Massey Ferguson 281 is big, measuring 153 inches long, 79 inches wide, and 99 inches tall. It has a rear hitch, which is great for attaching tools. The tractor starts with an electric starter and runs on a 12-volt system. It's a solid choice for farmers who need a reliable, mid-sized tractor for their fields.

ManufacturerMassey FergusonPower75 hpEngine4-cylTransSliding gear
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Massey Ferguson 281
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Category
Agricultural
Engine Power Output
75hp
Transmission
Sliding gear
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At a glance

How the 281 compares

vs. Agricultural median

Distribution

Engine Power (hp)

Across all Agricultural tractors

75 hp · 23rd

This model

13
Median 110 hp
282
This modelAgricultural tractorsMediann = 1,028

The 281 ranks at the 23rd percentile for engine power among recorded agricultural tractors.

Overview

About the Massey Ferguson 281

The Massey Ferguson 281 is a powerful tractor built from 1998 to 2000. It has a strong Perkins engine with 75 horsepower, perfect for many farm tasks. The engine has 4 cylinders and runs on diesel fuel. It's cooled by liquid to keep it running smoothly. This tractor has a sliding gear transmission with 8 forward gears and 2 reverse gears. This gives the driver good control over speed and power. The Massey Ferguson 281 is big, measuring 153 inches long, 79 inches wide, and 99 inches tall. It has a rear hitch, which is great for attaching tools. The tractor starts with an electric starter and runs on a 12-volt system. It's a solid choice for farmers who need a reliable, mid-sized tractor for their fields.

Full specifications

Every recorded spec

General

ManufacturerMassey Ferguson
Model281
CategoryAgricultural tractor
Years built1998–2000

Engine

MakePerkins
Model1004.42
Power75hp
Cylinders4
Displacement256.3ci
Bore4.06in
Stroke5in

Transmission

TypeSliding gear
Forward gears8
Reverse gears2

Dimensions

Length153in
Width79in
Height99in

Capacities

Cooling system3.7gal

Head to head

281 vs. Agricultural median

How the Massey Ferguson 281 compares to other Agricultural tractors

SpecThis modelAgricultural medianDifferencePercentile
Engine Power75 hp110 hp-32%23rd
Engine Displacement256 ci336 ci-24%35th
Cylinders45.5-27%31st
Forward Gears816-50%16th
Length153 in173 in-11%29th
Width79 in79.5 in-1%49th
Height99 in111 in-10%28th

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).

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FAQ

Common questions

What years was the Massey Ferguson 281 manufactured?

Production of the Massey Ferguson 281 ran from 1998 through 2000.

What three-point hitch category does the Massey Ferguson 281 use?

The Massey Ferguson 281 has a Category II three-point hitch.

How powerful is the Massey Ferguson 281?

The Massey Ferguson 281 has an engine power output of 75 hp. It is powered by a 4-cylinder engine displacing 256.3 ci.

What type of transmission does the Massey Ferguson 281 have?

The Massey Ferguson 281 uses a Sliding gear transmission offering 8 forward gears.

What routine service does the Massey Ferguson 281 need?

Regular maintenance for the Massey Ferguson 281 includes checking and changing engine oil, hydraulic fluid, and filters, plus routine inspections as recommended in the owner's manual. Always follow the manufacturer's maintenance schedule for specific intervals and procedures.