Compare/Massey Ferguson 154-4 vs Massey Ferguson 42

Massey Ferguson 154-4 vs Massey Ferguson 42

Verdict: Massey Ferguson 154-4 vs Massey Ferguson 42

The Massey Ferguson 154-4 and the Massey Ferguson 42 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Massey Ferguson 154-4 leads on rated power with 43 hp against 42 hp. Massey Ferguson 42 is the lighter machine (1,650 kg vs 2,347 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Massey Ferguson 154-4 holds more fuel (60.6 L vs 38.6 L) for longer stints between fills. Massey Ferguson 154-4 is the newer design (1980 vs 1962). In short: choose the Massey Ferguson 154-4 for outright pulling power, or the Massey Ferguson 42 if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.

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Massey Ferguson

Fit score

Best match

Clear

Massey Ferguson

Fit score

Best match

Clear

Rated power

43 hp

42 hp

Confidence

98%

Guide price

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Overview

Distributor

Massey FergusonReference

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Manufacturer

LandiniReference

Massey FergusonReference

Four synchronized gears in three ranges, plus reverse range. Tractor must be stopped, and clutch used, to shift range.Reference

With 11-28 rear tires.Reference

Differential lock

mechanical rearReference

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Variants

154

2WDReference

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154-4

4WDReference

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Engine

Fuel tank

60.6 LReference

38.6 LReference

Engine

37.3 kWReference

31.3 kWReference

Drawbar (tested)

26.5 kWReference

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Displacement

2.5 LReference

Bore/Stroke

91 x 127 mmReference

Power

37.3 kWReference

31.3 kWReference

Fuel system

direct injectionReference

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Air cleaner

oil bathReference

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Compression

17.4:1Reference

Rated RPM

2200Reference

2250Reference

Idle RPM

650-2390Reference

600-2500Reference

Torque

171.7 NmReference

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Torque RPM

1350Reference

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Firing order

1-2-3Reference

Starter

electricReference

12Reference

Starter volts

12Reference

electricReference

Coolant capacity

10.4 LReference

10.2 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

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Max power

26.5 kWReference

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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

Transmission Type

Sync ShuttleReference

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forward and reverse options

12 forward and 4 reverseReference

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Oil capacity

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30.0 LReference

Transmission

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MultipowerReference

PTO & Hydraulics

PTO (claimed)

31.3 kWReference

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PTO (tested)

31.7 kWReference

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Type

partially synchronizedReference

two-speed power shiftReference

Pump flow

28.0 lpmReference

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Rear Type

IIReference

II/IReference

Control

position and draft controlReference

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Rear lift (at ends)

2649 kgReference

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Rear PTO

independentReference

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Clutch

279.4mm dry discReference

280mm dry discReference

Rear PTO Type

540/1000 (1.375)Reference

540 (1.375)Reference

Engine RPM

1000@1916Reference

540@1600Reference

Power at rated PTO speed

30.1 kWReference

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Dimensions

Wheelbase

205 cmReference

183 cmReference

Weight

2347 kgReference

1650 kgReference

Front tire

9.5/9-20Reference

6.00-16Reference

Rear tire

13.6/12-28Reference

11-28Reference

Standard tires (ag)

Front: 9.5/9-20. Rear: 13.6/12-28Reference

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Optional tires (ag)

Front: 8.3/8-24. Rear: 12.4/11-32Reference

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Length

355 cmReference

299 cmReference

Width

153 cmReference

183 cmReference

Operating weight

2347 kgReference

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Ballasted weight

3138 kgReference

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Clearance (front axle)

30 cmReference

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Front tread

150 cmReference

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Rear tread

119 to 189 cmReference

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Steering wheel

155 cmReference

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Ag front

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6.00-19Reference

Ag rear

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11-32Reference

Height

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142 cmReference

154-4 Serial Number Location

Electrical

Ground

negativeReference

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Battery volts

12Reference

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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

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Max pull

2330 kgReference

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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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Speeds

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.