Compare/Massey Ferguson 178 vs Massey Ferguson 265

Massey Ferguson 178 vs Massey Ferguson 265

Verdict: Massey Ferguson 178 vs Massey Ferguson 265

The Massey Ferguson 178 and the Massey Ferguson 265 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Massey Ferguson 178 leads on rated power with 62 hp against 61 hp. Massey Ferguson 265 is the lighter machine (6,100 kg vs 6,878 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Massey Ferguson 178 holds more fuel (82.1 L vs 70 L) for longer stints between fills. Massey Ferguson 265 is the newer design (1975 vs 1968). In short: choose the Massey Ferguson 178 for outright pulling power, or the Massey Ferguson 265 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

62 hp

61 hp

Confidence

98%

Guide price

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Overview

Manufacturer

Massey FergusonReference

Steering

power assistReference

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Differential lock

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mechanical rearReference

Engine

liquid-cooledReference

Three speeds in two ranges plus two-speed power shift.Reference

Fuel tank

82.1 LReference

70 LReference

Engine

54.4 kWReference

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Displacement

4.1 LReference

3.9 LReference

Bore/Stroke

101 x 127 mmReference

98 x 127 mmReference

Power

54.4 kWReference

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Compression

16:1Reference

Rated RPM

2000Reference

Torque

287.5 NmReference

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Torque RPM

1300Reference

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Starter type

electricReference

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Oil capacity

14.2 LReference

7.6 LReference

Coolant capacity

27.3 LReference

10.4 LReference

Drawbar (claimed)

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37.3 kWReference

Drawbar (tested)

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37.6 kWReference

Fuel use

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14.0 l/hourReference

Air cleaner

—

dual dry elementsReference

Starter volts

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12Reference

Power at rated engine speed

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45.3 kWReference

Max power

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37.6 kWReference

Fuel Type

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Option 1: Diesel\\nOption 2: GasolineReference

No of Cylinders

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Option 1: 4 cylinder\\nOption 2: 4-cylinderReference

Rated engine speed

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Option 1: 2,000 RPM\\nOption 2: 2,000Reference

Bore and stroke

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3.875x5.00 inchesReference

Compression ratio

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16:1Reference

Cooling system

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liquid-cooledReference

Transmission

Multi PowerReference

Multi-PowerReference

Type

unsynchronizedReference

partial power shiftReference

Gears

8 forward and 2 reverseReference

12 forward and 4 reverseReference

Transmission Type

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GearReference

forward and reverse options

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Gear: 8 F and 2 R\\nPartial Power Shift: 12 F and 4 RReference

PTO & Hydraulics

PTO (claimed)

46.2 kWReference

44.7 kWReference

Valves

1 or 2Reference

0 to 2Reference

Pump flow

30.7 lpmReference

17.0 lpmReference

Rear Type

IIReference

II/IReference

Rear lift

1769 kgReference

1859 kgReference

Rear PTO Type

540/groundReference

540 (1.375)Reference

PTO (tested)

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45.3 kWReference

Hydraulic system

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30.3 LReference

Capacity

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30.3 LReference

Pressure

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158.6 barReference

Total flow

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73.8 lpmReference

Steering flow

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18.9 lpmReference

Rear PTO

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independent (optional)Reference

Engine RPM

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540@1683Reference

Power at rated PTO speed

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40.8 kWReference

Dimensions

Wheelbase

213 cmReference

208 cmReference

Weight

6878 to 7760 poundsReference

6100 to 6385 poundsReference

Front tire

7.5x16Reference

6.00-16Reference

Rear tire

12x36Reference

16.9-24Reference

Ag front

6x19Reference

9.5L-10 (low-profile)Reference

Ag rear

14x30Reference

21.5L-16.1 (low-profile)Reference

Length

345 cmReference

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Width

182 cmReference

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Height (steering wheel)

170 cmReference

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Operating weight

3519 kgReference

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Ground clearance

44 cmReference

37 cmReference

Front tread

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132 to 193 cmReference

Rear tread

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139 to 220 cmReference

Shipping

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2766 kgReference

Operating

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2896 kgReference

Ballasted

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3719 kgReference

178 Serial Numbers

1968

722680Reference

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1969

732158Reference

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1970

740301Reference

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1971

747283Reference

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Capacities

Fuel

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70.0 LReference

Crankcase oil volume

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8 qtsReference

Massey Ferguson 265 attachments

265 Serial Numbers

1974

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9A202190Reference

1975

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9A207681Reference

1976

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9A232539Reference

1977

—

9A254045Reference

1978

—

9A276935Reference

1979

—

9A296946Reference

1980

—

9A326169Reference

1981

—

9A339343Reference

1982

—

9A350584Reference

1983

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9A354679Reference

Location:

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Below instrument panelReference

Electrical

Charging system

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alternatorReference

Charging amps

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37Reference

Battery volts

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12Reference

Battery AH

—

95Reference

Battery size

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95 AHReference

Massey Ferguson 265 Height

Hood

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157 cmReference

Test results

Max pull

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2834 kgReference

Speeds

General

Make & Model

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Massey FergusonReference

Rollover protective structure

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Two-post ROPSReference

Country of manufacturer

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USAReference

PTO

Rear PTO Power

—

AvailableReference

Rear PTO RPM

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540Reference

Engine Speed on Rear PTO speed

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540@1,683 RPMReference

Steering & brakes

Brakes

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Differential mechanical dry disc brakesReference

Steering type

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Power steeringReference

Hydraulics

Maximum operating pressure

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2,300 psiReference

Remote Valves

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0 to 2 ValvesReference

Steering & Implements flow

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5 gpm (10 gpm)Reference

Rear Hitch category (SAE designation)

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Category II/IReference

Rear Hitch maximum lift capacity

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1,859.7 kgReference

Dimensions & weight

Overall Height

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170.9 cmReference

Wheels & tyres

Rear wheel tread range

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56 to 90 inchesReference

Front Wheel tread range

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Option 1: 52 to\\nOption 2: 48 toReference

Operator station

Cab Availability

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AvailableReference

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.