Volvo BM ST 256

Volvo BM ST 256, ST 257, S 280 – specs, opinions & photos

Looking for information about combines Volvo BM ST 256, ST 257, S 280? This article answers questions like:

  • How much horsepower does each model deliver?
  • What is the cutting width of the header?
  • What is the grain tank capacity for each model?
  • What are the transport dimensions?

Thanks to a detailed spec sheet in table format, it's easy to compare combines, and user reviews will guide you to the best option.


Technical specifications of the combine harvesters Volvo BM ST 256, ST 257, S 280:

Volvo BM ST 256
Volvo BM ST 257
Volvo BM S 280

Volvo BM ST 256

  • Years of production: 1958-61
  • Rated engine power (HP): 35
  • Fuel tank capacity (L): 60
  • Cutting unit/header working width (cm): 191
  • Grain tank capacity (hl): 10

Volvo BM ST 257

  • Years of production: 1961-66
  • Rated engine power (HP): 35
  • Fuel tank capacity (L): 60
  • Cutting unit/header working width (cm): 198
  • Grain tank capacity (hl): 10

Volvo BM S 280

  • Years of production: 1967-69
  • Rated engine power (HP): 41
  • Fuel tank capacity (L): 60
  • Cutting unit/header working width (cm): 236
  • Grain tank capacity (hl): 14,6

For details and a comparison of the combines, see the technical sheet below.

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Data sheet for Volvo BM S280, ST256, ST257 combine harvesters:

Comparison of technical parameters of combine harvesters
Model Volvo BM ST 256 Volvo BM ST 257 Volvo BM S 280
Years of production 1958-61 1961-66 1967-69
Engine manufacturer Perkins Perkins Perkins
Engine designation/type 4.99 4.99 4.107
Engine displacement (cm³) 1620 1620 1760
Number of cylinders / turbocharging 4 4 4
Rated engine power (HP) 35 35 41
Fuel tank capacity (L) 60 60 60
Type of transmission system mech mech mech
Number of gearbox speeds 3 3 3
Minimum-maximum driving speed (km/h) 1,5-20,0 1,6-20,8 1,7-24,0

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Cutting unit/header working width (cm) 191 198 236
Number of straw walkers 3 3 3
Total length (cm) 590 596 600
Total width (cm) 241 259 285
Width without cutting unit/header (cm)
Height without cab (cm) 252 256 305
Total height with cab (cm)
Weight without cab (kg) 1825 1995 2175
Weight with cab (kg)
Grain tank capacity (hl) 10 10 14,6
Front wheel size 11,2-24 11,2-24 11,2-24
Rear wheel size 5,50-16 6,00-16 6,00-16

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