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Massey Ferguson 1431 vs Massey Ferguson 231
Verdict: Massey Ferguson 1431 vs Massey Ferguson 231
The Massey Ferguson 1431 and the Massey Ferguson 231 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Massey Ferguson 231 leads on rated power with 34 hp against 33 hp. Massey Ferguson 1431 is the lighter machine (1,068 kg vs 1,843 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Massey Ferguson 1431 is the newer design (2004 vs 1989). In short: choose the Massey Ferguson 231 for outright pulling power, or the Massey Ferguson 1431 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
33 hp
34 hp
Confidence
98%
98%
Guide price
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Overview
Distributor
Massey FergusonReference
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Manufacturer
IsekiReference
Massey FergusonReference
liquid-cooledReference
Tractor must be stopped, and clutch used, to shift gears.Reference
Original price
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$13,000 (1999)Reference
Steering
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power assistReference
Engine
Fuel tank
23.1 LReference
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Engine (gross)
24.6 kWReference
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Displacement
1.5 LReference
2.5 LReference
Emissions
Tier 2Reference
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Power (gross)
24.6 kWReference
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Fuel system
indirect injectionReference
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Rated RPM
2600Reference
2000Reference
Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Engine
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28.3 kWReference
Bore/Stroke
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91 x 127 mmReference
Power
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28.3 kWReference
Air cleaner
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oil bathReference
Coolant capacity
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10.6 LReference
Fuel Type
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DieselReference
No of Cylinders
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3-cylinderReference
Rated engine speed
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2,000Reference
Bore and stroke
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3.60x5.00 inchesReference
Cooling system
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liquid-cooledReference
Transmission
Gears
infinite forward and reverse (3-range)Reference
8 forward and 2 reverseReference
Transmission Type
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GearReference
forward and reverse options
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8 forward and 2 reverseReference
PTO & Hydraulics
PTO (claimed)
19.3 kWReference
25.4 kWReference
Type
hydrostaticReference
sliding gearReference
Pressure
147.1 barReference
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Pump flow
29.1 lpmReference
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Total flow
39.4 lpmReference
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Steering flow
10.2 lpmReference
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Rear Type
IReference
II/IReference
Control
position and response control, draft control optionalReference
position and draft controlReference
Rear lift (at ends)
1099 kgReference
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Rear Arms
fixed link ends with turn-buckle stabilizersReference
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Rear PTO
independentReference
live (two-stage clutch)Reference
Clutch
electro-hydraulicReference
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Rear PTO Type
540Reference
540Reference
Mid PTO
standardReference
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Mid PTO Type
2000Reference
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Hydraulic system
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34.8 LReference
Capacity
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34.8 LReference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
166 cmReference
193 cmReference
Weight
1068 kgReference
1843 kgReference
Industrial front
12.5/80-18Reference
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Length
295 cmReference
325 cmReference
Width
129 cmReference
193 cmReference
Height
201 cmReference
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Front tread
107 cmReference
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Rear tread
96 cmReference
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Front tire
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6.00-16Reference
Rear tire
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13.6-28Reference
Ag front
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6.00-16Reference
Ag rear
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13.6-28Reference
Height (ROPS)
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222 cmReference
Massey Ferguson 1431 attachments
1431 Serial Numbers
2004
NY0001Reference
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2005
P0001Reference
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Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Attachment overview
Massey Ferguson 1470 Backhoe
Backhoe type
Massey Ferguson 1475 BackhoeReference
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Digging depth
228 cmReference
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Reach from pivot
284 cmReference
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Bucket Rotation
165°Reference
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Swing Arc
180°Reference
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Bucket force
1474 kgReference
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Dipperstick force
861 kgReference
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Massey Ferguson 1475 Backhoe
Capacities
Fuel
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57.9 LReference
Massey Ferguson 231 attachments
231 Serial Numbers
1989
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P17001Reference
1990
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Q01001Reference
1991
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S01001Reference
1992
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A01001Reference
1993
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B01001Reference
1994
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C01001Reference
1995
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D01001Reference
1996
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E01001Reference
1997
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F01001Reference
1998
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G01001Reference
1999
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H01001Reference
Location:
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Right side of instrument panelReference
General
Make & Model
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Massey FergusonReference
Country of manufacturer
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Utility tractorReference
Power
Rated Power
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38 hpReference
PTO
Rear PTO Power
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AvailableReference
Steering & brakes
Brakes
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drumReference
Steering type
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power assistReference
Hydraulics
Hydraulics Type
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openReference
Rear Hitch category (SAE designation)
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Category II/IReference
Rear Hitch Sensing Type
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position and draft controlReference
Dimensions & weight
Overall Height
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222.3 cmReference
Overall Length
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325.1 cmReference
Overall Width
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193 cmReference
Wheels & tyres
Rear wheel tread range
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13.6-28 inchReference
Front Wheel tread range
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6.00-16Reference
Operator station
Cab Availability
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AvailableReference
Cab Air conditioning, temperature differential
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Two-post folding ROPS.Reference
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.