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Massey Ferguson 188 vs Massey Ferguson 383
Verdict: Massey Ferguson 188 vs Massey Ferguson 383
The Massey Ferguson 188 and the Massey Ferguson 383 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Massey Ferguson 188 leads on rated power with 70 hp against 69 hp. Massey Ferguson 383 is the lighter machine (6,331 kg vs 7,231 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Massey Ferguson 383 is the newer design (1987 vs 1972). In short: choose the Massey Ferguson 188 for outright pulling power, or the Massey Ferguson 383 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
70 hp
69 hp
Confidence
98%
98%
Guide price
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Overview
Manufacturer
Massey FergusonReference
Massey FergusonReference
Steering
power assistReference
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Engine
liquid-cooledReference
Four speeds in two ranges.Reference
Engine
55.9 kWReference
56.7 kWReference
Displacement
4.1 LReference
4.1 LReference
Bore/Stroke
101 x 127 mmReference
101 x 127 mmReference
Power
55.9 kWReference
56.7 kWReference
Air cleaner
dry elementReference
dual dry elementReference
Compression
16:1Reference
16:1Reference
Rated RPM
2070Reference
2200Reference
Torque
299.0 NmReference
279.3 NmReference
Torque RPM
1300Reference
1400Reference
Starter
electricReference
electricReference
Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Oil capacity
28.4 LReference
7.5 LReference
Coolant capacity
13.3 LReference
15.1 LReference
Fuel tank
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107.9 LReference
Fuel system
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direct injectionReference
Idle RPM
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750-2380Reference
Firing order
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1-3-4-2Reference
Oil change
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250 hReference
Fuel Type
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DieselReference
No of Cylinders
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4-cylinderReference
Rated engine speed
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2,200Reference
Engine torque at rated speed
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93.4 kgReference
Bore and stroke
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3.975x5.00 inchesReference
Compression ratio
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16:1Reference
Cooling system
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liquid-cooledReference
Transmission
Transmission
Multi PowerReference
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Type
unsynchronizedReference
open centerReference
Gears
8 forward and 2 reverseReference
8 forward and 2 reverseReference
Clutch
dry plateReference
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Transmission Type
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GearReference
forward and reverse options
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8 forward and 2 reverseReference
PTO & Hydraulics
PTO (claimed)
52.2 kWReference
51.5 kWReference
Hydraulic system
28.4 LReference
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Capacity
28.4 LReference
248 ciReference
Total flow
42.8 lpmReference
63.6 lpmReference
Rear Type
IIReference
IIReference
Rear lift
2063 kgReference
1927 kgReference
Rear PTO
independentReference
liveReference
Rear PTO Type
540Reference
540 (1.375)Reference
Pressure
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206.8 barReference
Valves
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2Reference
Pump flow
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16.7 lpmReference
Control
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position and draft controlReference
Rear lift (at ends)
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2453 kgReference
Capacities
Fuel
85.9 LReference
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Dimensions
Wheelbase
245 cmReference
213 cmReference
Weight
7231 to 8422 poundsReference
6331 to 7552 poundsReference
Front tire
8.25-16Reference
7.50-16Reference
Rear tire
16.9-34Reference
18.4/15-30Reference
Ag front
11.5-24 (4WD)Reference
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Ag rear
16.9-34Reference
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Length
360 cmReference
366 cmReference
Width
191 cmReference
200 cmReference
Height (steering wheel)
170 cmReference
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Operating weight
3820 kgReference
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Clearance (front axle)
35 cmReference
53 cmReference
Front tread
149 to 177 cmReference
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Rear tread
142 to 223 cmReference
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Standard tires (ag)
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Front: 7.50-16. Rear: 18.4/15-30Reference
Clearance (drawbar)
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35 cmReference
2WD ROPS
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2871 kgReference
4WD ROPS
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3152 kgReference
2WD Cab
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3155 kgReference
4WD Cab
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3425 kgReference
Steering wheel
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178 cmReference
Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Battery AH
125Reference
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Charging system
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alternatorReference
Charging amps
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45Reference
Battery CCA
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540 (1x)Reference
Total cold cranking amps
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420 (2x), 540 (1x)Reference
Massey Ferguson 383 attachments
383 Serial Number Location
383 Serial Numbers
1987
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V01001Reference
1988
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N01001Reference
1989
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P01001Reference
1990
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R01001Reference
1991
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S01001Reference
1992
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A01001Reference
1993
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B01001Reference
1994
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C01001Reference
1995
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D01001Reference
1996
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E01001Reference
1997
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F01001Reference
1998
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G01001Reference
Attachment overview
Massey Ferguson 383 Height
ROPS
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252 cmReference
Exhaust
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248 cmReference
General
Make & Model
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Massey FergusonReference
Country of manufacturer
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Option 1: Utility tractor\\nOption 2: Coventry, EnglandReference
Power
Rated Power
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76 hpReference
PTO
Rear PTO Power
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AvailableReference
Rear PTO RPM
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540 RPMReference
Steering & brakes
Brakes
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wet discReference
Steering type
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powerReference
Hydraulics
Hydraulics Type
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open centerReference
Maximum operating pressure
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3,000 psiReference
Rear Hitch category (SAE designation)
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Category IIReference
Rear Hitch Sensing Type
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position and draft controlReference
Dimensions & weight
Overall Length
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366.8 cmReference
Overall Width
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200.2 cmReference
Drawbar clearance
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35.6 cmReference
Front axle clearance
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53.1 cmReference
Operator station
Cab Availability
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AvailableReference
Cab Air conditioning, temperature differential
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Two-post ROPS. Canopy optional.Reference
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.