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Massey Ferguson 1552 vs Massey Ferguson 255
Verdict: Massey Ferguson 1552 vs Massey Ferguson 255
The Massey Ferguson 1552 and the Massey Ferguson 255 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Massey Ferguson 1552 leads on rated power with 52 hp against 51 hp. Massey Ferguson 1552 is the lighter machine (3,663 kg vs 5,600 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Massey Ferguson 1552 is the newer design (2005 vs 1975). In short: choose the Massey Ferguson 1552 for outright pulling power, or the Massey Ferguson 255 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
52 hp
51 hp
Confidence
98%
98%
Guide price
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Overview
Distributor
Massey FergusonReference
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Manufacturer
IsekiReference
Massey FergusonReference
Four push-button power shift gears in three ranges, with power shuttle. Available with cab onlyReference
Three speeds in two ranges plus two-speed power shift.Reference
Differential lock
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mechanical rearReference
Engine
Engine (gross)
38.8 kWReference
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Displacement
3.0 LReference
3.5 LReference
Bore/Stroke
97 x 100 mmReference
98 x 114 mmReference
Power (gross)
38.8 kWReference
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Rated RPM
2500Reference
2000Reference
Starter
electricReference
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Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Oil capacity
38.0 LReference
5.7 LReference
Coolant capacity
7.6 LReference
10.4 LReference
Fuel Type
DieselReference
Option 1: Gasoline\\nOption 2: DieselReference
No of Cylinders
4-cylinderReference
4-cylinderReference
Rated engine speed
2,500Reference
2,000Reference
Bore and stroke
3.82x3.94 inchesReference
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Cooling system
liquid-cooledReference
liquid-cooledReference
Drawbar (claimed)
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31.3 kWReference
Drawbar (tested)
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32.4 kWReference
Air cleaner
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paper and feltReference
Compression
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7:1Reference
Power at rated engine speed
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39.3 kWReference
Max power
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32.4 kWReference
Compression ratio
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Option 1: 16:1\\nOption 2: 18.5:1\\nOption 3: 7:1Reference
Transmission
Gears
12 forward and reverseReference
12 forward and 4 reverseReference
Transmission
DynaQPSReference
Multi-PowerReference
Transmission Type
Power ShuttleReference
PowershiftReference
PTO & Hydraulics
PTO (claimed)
30.6 kWReference
37.3 kWReference
Type
four-speed power shiftReference
partial power shiftReference
Valves
2Reference
0 to 2Reference
Pump flow
47.3 lpmReference
17.0 lpmReference
Total flow
71.9 lpmReference
73.8 lpmReference
Steering flow
24.6 lpmReference
18.9 lpmReference
Rear Type
IReference
II/IReference
Rear lift (at ends)
1579 kgReference
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Rear PTO
independentReference
live (two-stage clutch)Reference
Rear PTO Type
540 (1.375)Reference
540 (1.375)Reference
Mid PTO
independentReference
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Mid PTO Type
2000Reference
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PTO (tested)
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39.3 kWReference
Hydraulic system
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30.3 LReference
Pressure
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158.6 barReference
Rear lift
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1723 kgReference
Engine RPM
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540@1683Reference
Power at rated PTO speed
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36.1 kWReference
Capacities
Fuel
50.0 LReference
70.0 LReference
Front axle
8.5 LReference
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Max capacity
3800 kgReference
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Capacity
180 ciReference
30.3 LReference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
190 cmReference
208 cmReference
Weight
3663 to 4023 poundsReference
5600 to 6415 poundsReference
Length
337 cmReference
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Width
167 cmReference
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Height
230 cmReference
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Ground clearance
37 cmReference
49 cmReference
Front tread
134 cmReference
132 to 193 cmReference
Rear tread
130 cmReference
139 to 220 cmReference
ROPS
1661 kgReference
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Cab
1824 kgReference
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Max front axle
2100 kgReference
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Max rear axle
2100 kgReference
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Front tire
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6.00-16Reference
Rear tire
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16.9-24Reference
Ag front
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9.5L-10 (low-profile)Reference
Ag rear
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21.5-16.1 (low-profile)Reference
Height (hood)
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160 cmReference
Gas Shipping
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2540 kgReference
Diesel Shipping
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2653 kgReference
Gas Operating
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2785 kgReference
Diesel Operating
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2909 kgReference
Ballasted
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3315 kgReference
Massey Ferguson 1552 attachments
Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
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Charging system
alternatorReference
alternatorReference
Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Charging amps
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37Reference
Battery AH
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95Reference
Battery size
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95 AHReference
Attachment overview
Massey Ferguson 1575 Backhoe
Backhoe type
Massey Ferguson 1580 BackhoeReference
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Digging depth
254 cmReference
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Reach from pivot
322 cmReference
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Swing Arc
180°Reference
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Bucket force
1886 kgReference
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Dipperstick force
1179 kgReference
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Massey Ferguson 1580 Backhoe
General
Make & Model
IsekiReference
Massey FergusonReference
PTO
Rear PTO Power
AvailableReference
AvailableReference
Hydraulics
Hydraulics Type
open centerReference
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Remote Valves
2Reference
0 to 2Reference
Steering & Implements flow
5.3 gpm, 6.5 gpm (with PowerShuttle) (12.5 gpm)Reference
5 gpm (10 gpm, 4.5 gpm (3-point))Reference
Rear Hitch category (SAE designation)
Category IReference
Category II/IReference
Maximum operating pressure
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2,300 psiReference
Rear Hitch maximum lift capacity
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1,723.6 kgReference
Dimensions & weight
Overall Height
230.4 cmReference
146.3 cmReference
Overall Length
337.1 cmReference
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Overall Width
167.9 cmReference
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Variants
255T
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turbocharged engineReference
Massey Ferguson 255 attachments
255 Serial Numbers
1974
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9A202190Reference
1975
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9A207681Reference
1976
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9A232539Reference
1977
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9A254045Reference
1978
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9A276935Reference
1979
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9A296946Reference
1980
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9A326169Reference
1981
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9A339343Reference
1982
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9A350584Reference
1983
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9A354679Reference
Location:
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Below instrument panelReference
Test results
Fuel use
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12.5 l/hourReference
Max pull
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2536 kgReference
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.