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Massey Ferguson 154-4 vs Massey Ferguson 254
Verdict: Massey Ferguson 154-4 vs Massey Ferguson 254
The Massey Ferguson 154-4 and the Massey Ferguson 254 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 43 hp. Massey Ferguson 154-4 is the lighter machine (2,347 kg vs 2,487 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Massey Ferguson 254 is the newer design (1982 vs 1980). 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
Massey Ferguson
71
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Massey Ferguson
71
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
43 hp
43 hp
Confidence
98%
98%
Guide price
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Overview
Distributor
Massey FergusonReference
Massey FergusonReference
Manufacturer
LandiniReference
LandiniReference
Four synchronized gears in three ranges, plus reverse range. Tractor must be stopped, and clutch used, to shift range.Reference
Four gears in three ranges, plus reverse range.Reference
Differential lock
mechanical rearReference
mechanical rearReference
Variants
154
2WDReference
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253
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similar Massey Ferguson modelReference
5830
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similar Landini modelReference
154-4
4WDReference
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Engine
Fuel tank
60.6 LReference
60.6 LReference
Engine
37.3 kWReference
37.3 kWReference
Drawbar (tested)
26.5 kWReference
25.3 kWReference
Displacement
2.5 LReference
2.5 LReference
Bore/Stroke
91 x 127 mmReference
91 x 127 mmReference
Power
37.3 kWReference
37.3 kWReference
Fuel system
direct injectionReference
direct injectionReference
Air cleaner
oil bathReference
oil bathReference
Compression
17.4:1Reference
16.5:1Reference
Rated RPM
2200Reference
2250Reference
Idle RPM
650-2390Reference
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Torque
171.7 NmReference
179.0 NmReference
Torque RPM
1350Reference
1400Reference
Firing order
1-2-3Reference
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Starter
electricReference
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Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Coolant capacity
10.4 LReference
10.4 LReference
Intake valve clearance
0.305 mmReference
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Exhaust valve clearance
0.305 mmReference
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Power at rated engine speed
31.7 kWReference
32.3 kWReference
Max power
26.5 kWReference
25.3 kWReference
Fuel Type
DieselReference
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No of Cylinders
3-cylinderReference
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Rated engine speed
2,200Reference
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Engine torque at rated speed
57.4 kgReference
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Bore and stroke
3.60x5.00 inchesReference
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Compression ratio
17.4:1Reference
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Cooling system
liquid-cooledReference
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Transmission
Gears
12 forward and 4 reverseReference
12 forward and 4 reverseReference
Transmission Type
Sync ShuttleReference
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forward and reverse options
12 forward and 4 reverseReference
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PTO & Hydraulics
PTO (claimed)
31.3 kWReference
31.3 kWReference
PTO (tested)
31.7 kWReference
32.3 kWReference
Type
partially synchronizedReference
synchromeshReference
Pump flow
28.0 lpmReference
34.8 lpmReference
Rear Type
IIReference
IReference
Control
position and draft controlReference
draft and position controlReference
Rear lift (at ends)
2649 kgReference
2299 kgReference
Rear PTO
independentReference
independentReference
Clutch
279.4mm dry discReference
11-inch dual dry discReference
Rear PTO Type
540/1000 (1.375)Reference
540 (1.375)Reference
Engine RPM
1000@1916Reference
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Power at rated PTO speed
30.1 kWReference
30.4 kWReference
Pressure
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155.1 barReference
Valves
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2Reference
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)
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1664 kgReference
Front PTO
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direct-driveReference
Front PTO Type
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2250Reference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
205 cmReference
205 cmReference
Weight
2347 kgReference
2487 kgReference
Front tire
9.5/9-20Reference
9.5-20Reference
Rear tire
13.6/12-28Reference
13.6-28Reference
Standard tires (ag)
Front: 9.5/9-20. Rear: 13.6/12-28Reference
Front: 9.5-20. Rear: 13.6-28Reference
Optional tires (ag)
Front: 8.3/8-24. Rear: 12.4/11-32Reference
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Length
355 cmReference
355 cmReference
Width
153 cmReference
173 cmReference
Operating weight
2347 kgReference
2487 kgReference
Ballasted weight
3138 kgReference
3299 kgReference
Clearance (front axle)
30 cmReference
30 cmReference
Front tread
150 cmReference
151 cmReference
Rear tread
119 to 189 cmReference
139 to 190 cmReference
Steering wheel
155 cmReference
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Height
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240 cmReference
154-4 Serial Number Location
Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Massey Ferguson 154-4 Height
Hood
136 cmReference
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ROPS
223 cmReference
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Test results
Fuel use
9.5 l/hourReference
9.8 l/hourReference
Max pull
2330 kgReference
2394 kgReference
General
Make & Model
LandiniReference
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Capacities
Capacity
152.7 ciReference
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Power
Rated Power
50 hpReference
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PTO
Rear PTO Power
AvailableReference
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Rear PTO RPM
540 RPMReference
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Hydraulics
Hydraulics Type
open centerReference
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Rear Hitch category (SAE designation)
Category IIReference
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Rear Hitch Sensing Type
position and draft controlReference
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Dimensions & weight
Overall Length
355.6 cmReference
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Overall Width
153.9 cmReference
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Front axle clearance
30.5 cmReference
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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.