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Massey Ferguson 1230 vs Massey Ferguson 220
Verdict: Massey Ferguson 1230 vs Massey Ferguson 220
The Massey Ferguson 1230 and the Massey Ferguson 220 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Massey Ferguson 1230 leads on rated power with 27 hp against 26 hp. Massey Ferguson 1230 is the lighter machine (1,719 kg vs 2,600 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Massey Ferguson 1230 is the newer design (1993 vs 1978). In short: choose the Massey Ferguson 1230 for outright pulling power, or the Massey Ferguson 220 if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.
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Fit & specs
Massey Ferguson
71
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Massey Ferguson
71
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
27 hp
26 hp
Confidence
98%
98%
Guide price
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Overview
Distributor
Massey FergusonReference
Massey FergusonReference
Manufacturer
IsekiReference
ToyoshaReference
Optional additional creeper range for the standard 9-speed transmission.Reference
Four gears (1-4), plus reverse (R), in three ranges (low, medium, and high).Reference
Final drives
spur gearReference
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Differential lock
mechanical rearReference
mechanical rearReference
Steering
power assistReference
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Variants
220
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2WDReference
TF223
similar Iseki modelReference
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220-4
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4WDReference
Engine
Engine (gross)
20.1 kWReference
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Engine (net)
18.6 kWReference
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Displacement
1.4 LReference
1.5 LReference
Bore/Stroke
85 x 84 mmReference
97 x 100 mmReference
Power (net)
18.6 kWReference
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Power (gross)
20.1 kWReference
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Fuel system
indirect injectionReference
indirect injectionReference
Air cleaner
dryReference
paper elementReference
Pre-heating
glow plugsReference
glow plugsReference
Compression
21.5:1Reference
23:1Reference
Rated RPM
2500Reference
2500Reference
Idle RPM
950-2750Reference
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Torque
79.5 NmReference
91.3 NmReference
Torque RPM
1800Reference
1700Reference
Starter
electricReference
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Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Oil capacity
12.0 LReference
4.0 LReference
Coolant capacity
7.1 LReference
5.0 LReference
Fuel tank
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26.9 LReference
Engine
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23.1 kWReference
Drawbar (tested)
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16.9 kWReference
Power
—
23.1 kWReference
Power at rated engine speed
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19.7 kWReference
Max power
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16.0 kWReference
Transmission
2WD Gear Shipping
779 kgReference
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4WD Gear Shipping
860 kgReference
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Gears
12 forward and 4 reverseReference
12 forward and 3 reverseReference
2WD Oil capacity
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21.0 LReference
4WD Oil capacity
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27.0 LReference
PTO & Hydraulics
Gear PTO (claimed)
16.0 kWReference
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Hydro PTO (claimed)
14.9 kWReference
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Hydraulic system
12.1 LReference
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Type
creeperReference
gearReference
Capacity
12.1 LReference
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Pressure
146.9 barReference
117.2 barReference
Valves
1 or 2Reference
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Pump flow
22.7 lpmReference
20.4 lpmReference
Total flow
32.2 lpmReference
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Steering flow
9.5 lpmReference
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Rear Type
IReference
IReference
Control
position controlReference
position controlReference
Rear lift (at ends)
899 kgReference
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Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)
600 kgReference
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Rear PTO
liveReference
transmissionReference
Clutch
215mm dry discReference
215mm mechanical dry discReference
Rear PTO Type
540 (1.375)Reference
540Reference
Engine RPM
2000@2500Reference
540@2327Reference
Mid PTO
liveReference
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Mid PTO Type
2000Reference
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PTO (claimed)
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19.4 kWReference
PTO (tested)
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19.7 kWReference
Front PTO
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independentReference
Power at rated PTO speed
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19.4 kWReference
Capacities
Fuel
22.7 LReference
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2WD Max capacity
1701 kgReference
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4WD Max capacity
1876 kgReference
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Dimensions
Wheelbase
164 cmReference
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Weight
1719 to 1962 poundsReference
2600 to 3180 poundsReference
Front tire
5.00-15Reference
5.00-15Reference
2WD Rear tire
12.4-16Reference
12.4/11-24Reference
2WD Standard tires (ag)
Front: 5.00-15. Rear: 12.4-16Reference
Front: 5.00-15. Rear: 12.4/11-24Reference
4WD Standard tires (ag)
Front: 6.00-14. Rear: 12.4-16Reference
Front: 7.00-16. Rear: 12.4/11-24Reference
Lawn/turf front
24x8.50-12Reference
20x8.00-10Reference
Lawn/turf rear
315x80D-16Reference
13.6-16Reference
Length
295 cmReference
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Width
140 cmReference
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Height (ROPS)
200 cmReference
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Height (Folded ROPS)
159 cmReference
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Ground clearance
30 cmReference
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2WD Front tread
91 to 101 cmReference
114 cmReference
4WD Front tread
96 cmReference
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Rear tread
109 cmReference
103 to 158 cmReference
2WD Hydro Shipping
810 kgReference
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4WD Hydro Shipping
889 kgReference
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2WD Wheelbase
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156 cmReference
4WD Wheelbase
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159 cmReference
2WD Width
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136 cmReference
4WD Width
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135 cmReference
2WD Height (steering wheel)
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136 cmReference
4WD Height (steering wheel)
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148 cmReference
2WD Shipping
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1179 kgReference
4WD Shipping
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1417 kgReference
2WD Operating
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1254 kgReference
4WD Operating
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1442 kgReference
Ballasted
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2035 kgReference
Massey Ferguson 1230 attachments
1230 Serial Numbers
1993
B30101Reference
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1994
C30101Reference
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1995
D30101Reference
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1996
E30101Reference
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1997
FC0101Reference
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1998
BD01001Reference
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1999
HD01001Reference
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2000
JD01001Reference
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2001
KD01001Reference
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Location:
Serial number decal on the right side of the tractor, just ahead and below the seat.Reference
Serial number plate under the tractor instrument panel.Reference
Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Charging system
alternatorReference
alternatorReference
Charging amps
40Reference
15Reference
Battery CCA
582Reference
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Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Attachment overview
Speeds
Massey Ferguson 220 attachments
220 Serial Numbers
Test results
Fuel use
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6.8 l/hourReference
Max pull
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1585 kgReference
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.