Compare/Massey Ferguson 154-4 vs Massey Ferguson 550

Massey Ferguson 154-4 vs Massey Ferguson 550

Verdict: Massey Ferguson 154-4 vs Massey Ferguson 550

The Massey Ferguson 154-4 and the Massey Ferguson 550 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 43 hp. Massey Ferguson 550 is the lighter machine (2,082 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 550 holds more fuel (67.4 L vs 60.6 L) for longer stints between fills. Massey Ferguson 154-4 is the newer design (1980 vs 1977). 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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Rated power

43 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

Three gears in low and high ranges with two-speed Multi-Power power shift.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

67.4 LReference

Engine

37.3 kWReference

35.0 kWReference

Drawbar (tested)

26.5 kWReference

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Displacement

2.5 LReference

Bore/Stroke

91 x 127 mmReference

Power

37.3 kWReference

35.0 kWReference

Fuel system

direct injectionReference

Air cleaner

oil bathReference

dryReference

Compression

17.4:1Reference

16.5:1Reference

Rated RPM

2200Reference

2250Reference

Idle RPM

650-2390Reference

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Torque

171.7 NmReference

169.0 NmReference

Torque RPM

1350Reference

1400Reference

Firing order

1-2-3Reference

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Starter

electricReference

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Starter volts

12Reference

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Coolant capacity

10.4 LReference

18.0 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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Pre-heating

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thermostartReference

Starter type

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electricReference

Oil capacity

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6.8 LReference

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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Transmission

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Multi-PowerReference

PTO & Hydraulics

PTO (claimed)

31.3 kWReference

31.7 kWReference

PTO (tested)

31.7 kWReference

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Type

partially synchronizedReference

two-speed power shiftReference

Pump flow

28.0 lpmReference

36.0 lpmReference

Rear Type

IIReference

Control

position and draft controlReference

Rear lift (at ends)

2649 kgReference

1415 kgReference

Rear PTO

independentReference

Clutch

279.4mm dry discReference

dry discReference

Rear PTO Type

540/1000 (1.375)Reference

1000 (1.375)Reference

Engine RPM

1000@1916Reference

540@1895 (independent)Reference

Power at rated PTO speed

30.1 kWReference

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Pressure

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137.9 barReference

Total flow

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62.5 lpmReference

Dimensions

Wheelbase

205 cmReference

208 cmReference

Weight

2347 kgReference

2082 kgReference

Front tire

9.5/9-20Reference

6.00-16Reference

Rear tire

13.6/12-28Reference

12.4/11-28Reference

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

Width

153 cmReference

165 cmReference

Operating weight

2347 kgReference

2082 kgReference

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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12.4/11-32Reference

Height

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231 cmReference

Clearance (drawbar)

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28 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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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.