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Lanz HM8 vs Ransomes MG6
Verdict: Lanz HM8 vs Ransomes MG6
The Lanz HM8 and the Ransomes MG6 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 8 hp. Ransomes MG6 is the newer design (1953 vs 1923). Use the full side-by-side spec tables below to weigh the details against your own operation, and confirm with a dealer demo.
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Fit & specs
Lanz
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Ransomes
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
8 hp
8 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
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Overview
Manufacturer
LanzReference
RansomesReference
The Lanz HM8 did not have transmission in the typical sense. A drive chain from the engine directly powered the rear axle. To move the tractor in reverse the engine would be re-started in the opposite rotation direction.Reference
dieselReference
Drive
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crawlerReference
Engine
Engine
6.0 kWReference
6.0 kWReference
Displacement
3.8 LReference
0.6 LReference
Bore/Stroke
160 x 190 mmReference
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Power
6.0 kWReference
6.0 kWReference
Rated RPM
500Reference
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Transmission
Type
gearReference
gearReference
Gears
1 forward and reverseReference
3 forward and 1 reverseReference
Dimensions
Weight
1251 kgReference
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MG6 Serial Numbers
1953
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9001Reference
1954
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9115Reference
1955
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10095Reference
1956
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10809Reference
1957
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11607Reference
1958
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12500Reference
1959
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13319Reference
1960
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13800Reference
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.