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Massey Ferguson 177 vs Massey Ferguson 290
Verdict: Massey Ferguson 177 vs Massey Ferguson 290
The Massey Ferguson 177 and the Massey Ferguson 290 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 66 hp. Massey Ferguson 177 is the lighter machine (2,790 kg vs 5,512 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Massey Ferguson 290 is the newer design (1983 vs 1965). 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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Massey Ferguson
71
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Massey Ferguson
71
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
66 hp
66 hp
Confidence
98%
98%
Guide price
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Overview
Manufacturer
Massey FergusonReference
Massey FergusonReference
liquid-cooledReference
Three gears, plus reverse, with high and low range. Multi-Power provides a high-low power shift in each gear.Reference
Differential lock
mechanical rearReference
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Steering
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hydrostatic powerReference
Engine
Engine
49.2 kWReference
59.7 kWReference
Displacement
3.9 LReference
4.1 LReference
Bore/Stroke
98 x 127 mmReference
101 x 127 mmReference
Power
49.2 kWReference
59.7 kWReference
Fuel system
direct injectionReference
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Rated RPM
2000Reference
2200Reference
Torque
261.8 NmReference
284.1 NmReference
Torque RPM
1240Reference
1600Reference
Starter type
electricReference
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Drawbar (tested)
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41.3 kWReference
Air cleaner
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dual dry element with pre-cleanerReference
Pre-heating
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block heaterReference
Compression
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16:1Reference
Starter volts
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12Reference
Power at rated engine speed
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49.2 kWReference
Max power
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41.3 kWReference
Transmission
Transmission
Multi PowerReference
Multi-PowerReference
Type
gearReference
partial power shiftReference
Gears
6 forward and 2 reverseReference
12 forward and 4 reverseReference
PTO & Hydraulics
Rear Type
IIReference
IIReference
Rear lift
1529 kgReference
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Rear PTO Type
540 (1.375)Reference
540/1000Reference
Engine RPM
540@1685Reference
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PTO (claimed)
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48.5 kWReference
PTO (tested)
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49.2 kWReference
Hydraulic system
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41.6 LReference
Capacity
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41.6 LReference
Pressure
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206.8 barReference
Valves
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1 to 3Reference
Total flow
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64.3 lpmReference
Rear PTO
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independentReference
Power at rated PTO speed
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44.3 kWReference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
213 cmReference
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Weight
2790 kgReference
5512 to 6592 poundsReference
Front tire
7.50-16Reference
6.50-16Reference
Rear tire
12-36Reference
16.9x24Reference
Ag front
7.50-16Reference
10.00-16Reference
Ag rear
15-30Reference
15.5-38Reference
Length
354 cmReference
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Width
191 cmReference
215 cmReference
Height (steering wheel)
165 cmReference
169 cmReference
Height (exhaust)
216 cmReference
251 cmReference
Operating weight
2790 kgReference
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Ground clearance
43 cmReference
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2WD Wheelbase
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213 cmReference
4WD Wheelbase
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229 cmReference
4WD Ag front
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12.4-24Reference
2WD Length
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383 cmReference
4WD Length
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388 cmReference
Clearance (drawbar)
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37 cmReference
2WD Front tread
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137 to 177 cmReference
4WD Front tread
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137 to 194 cmReference
Rear tread
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142 to 228 cmReference
2WD Shipping
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2500 kgReference
4WD Shipping
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2990 kgReference
Operating
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2694 kgReference
Ballasted
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4114 kgReference
Capacities
Fuel
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79.5 LReference
290 Serial Numbers
1983
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386453Reference
1984
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389947Reference
1985
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393422Reference
1986
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723909Reference
Location:
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Instrument console on right sideReference
Electrical
Ground
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negativeReference
Charging system
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alternatorReference
Charging amps
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45Reference
Batteries
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2Reference
Battery volts
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12Reference
Test results
Fuel use
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13.6 l/hourReference
Max pull
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3471 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.