Compare/Ferguson F-40 vs Ferguson FF 30

Ferguson F-40 vs Ferguson FF 30

Verdict: Ferguson F-40 vs Ferguson FF 30

The Ferguson F-40 and the Ferguson FF 30 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Ferguson F-40 leads on rated power with 31 hp against 30 hp. Ferguson FF 30 is the newer design (1957 vs 1956). In short: choose the Ferguson F-40 for outright pulling power, or the Ferguson FF 30 if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.

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Ferguson

Fit score

Best match

Clear

Ferguson

Fit score

Best match

Clear

Rated power

31 hp

30 hp

Confidence

40%

Guide price

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Overview

Manufacturer

FergusonReference

Three gears, plus reverse, in two ranges.Reference

liquid-cooledReference

Steering

1.5 LReference

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Variants

similar Massey-Harris modelReference

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FF 30 GS

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gasolineReference

FF 30 DS

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dieselReference

Engine

Drawbar (claimed)

23.1 kWReference

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Belt (claimed)

24.6 kWReference

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Plows

3Reference

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Drawbar (tested)

23.0 kWReference

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Belt (tested)

24.5 kWReference

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Displacement

2.2 LReference

2.1 LReference

Bore/Stroke

84 x 98 mmReference

86 x 93 mmReference

Air cleaner

oil bathReference

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Compression

6.6:1Reference

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Rated RPM

2000Reference

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Idle RPM

400-2200Reference

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Starter volts

12Reference

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Coolant capacity

9.5 LReference

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Sparkplug gap

0.635 mmReference

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Point gap

0.559 mmReference

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Intake valve clearance

0.381 mmReference

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Exhaust valve clearance

0.381 mmReference

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Oil capacity

30.3 LReference

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Belt power (max)

24.5 kWReference

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Max power

23.0 kWReference

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Engine

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22.4 kWReference

Power

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22.4 kWReference

Transmission

Gears

6 forward and 2 reverseReference

4 forward and 1 reverseReference

Clutch

dry discReference

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Oil type

[10oC]Reference

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50oF [10oC]↑

: SAE 90 GL1Reference

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50oF [10oC]↓

: SAE 80 GL1Reference

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Capacities

Fuel

64.3 LReference

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PTO & Hydraulics

Hydraulic system

30.3 LReference

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Type

unsynchronized gearReference

Capacity

30.3 LReference

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Pressure

131.0 barReference

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Steering flow

15.1 lpmReference

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Steering cap.

1.5 LReference

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Rear Type

IReference

Rear PTO

liveReference

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Rear PTO Type

540 (1.375)Reference

540Reference

Dimensions

Wheelbase

206 cmReference

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Weight

1550 kgReference

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Front tire

6.00-16Reference

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Rear tire

11-28Reference

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Ag front

6.00-16Reference

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Ag rear

11-28Reference

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Length

304 cmReference

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Height

144 cmReference

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Operating weight

1550 kgReference

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Ballasted weight

2477 kgReference

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Clearance (front axle)

51 cmReference

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Front tread

121 to 203 cmReference

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Rear tread

121 to 193 cmReference

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F-40 Serial Number Location

F-40 Serial Numbers

1956

400001Reference

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1957

405671Reference

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Final

409097Reference

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Electrical

Charging system

generatorReference

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Charging amps

10Reference

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Battery volts

12Reference

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Battery AH

50Reference

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Test results

Belt fuel use (max)

11.7 l/hourReference

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Max pull

1638 kgReference

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Fit score weighs budget, operation size, crop match and data confidence against the details above. It’s guidance, not advice — always confirm with a dealer demo.