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Massey Ferguson 20C vs Massey Ferguson GC1710
Verdict: Massey Ferguson 20C vs Massey Ferguson GC1710
The Massey Ferguson 20C and the Massey Ferguson GC1710 are both backhoe loaders — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Massey Ferguson 20C leads on rated power with 47 hp against 23 hp. Massey Ferguson GC1710 is the lighter machine (1,211 kg vs 4,195 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Massey Ferguson GC1710 is the newer design (2013 vs 1976). In short: choose the Massey Ferguson 20C for outright pulling power, or the Massey Ferguson GC1710 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
47 hp
23 hp
Confidence
98%
98%
Guide price
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Overview
Manufacturer
Massey FergusonReference
IsekiReference
With 14.9x24 rear tires.Reference
liquid-cooledReference
Differential lock
mechanical rearReference
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Steering
1.9 LReference
hydrostatic powerReference
Distributor
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Massey FergusonReference
Engine
Engine (gross)
34.7 kWReference
16.8 kWReference
Engine (net)
33.6 kWReference
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Displacement
2.4 LReference
1.1 LReference
Bore/Stroke
86 x 102 mmReference
78 x 78 mmReference
Power (net)
31.3 kWReference
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Power (gross)
32.1 kWReference
16.8 kWReference
Air cleaner
dual dry elementReference
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Compression
7.4:1Reference
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Rated RPM
2250Reference
2600Reference
Torque
146.4 NmReference
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Torque RPM
1600Reference
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Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Oil capacity
39.7 LReference
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Coolant capacity
37.9 LReference
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Starter
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electricReference
Transmission
Type
manual shuttleReference
hydrostaticReference
Gears
6 forward and reverseReference
infinite forward and reverse (2-range)Reference
Clutch
dry feramicReference
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Capacities
Fuel
53.0 LReference
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PTO & Hydraulics
Hydraulic system
60.6 LReference
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Capacity
60.6 LReference
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Pressure
172.4 barReference
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Total flow
83.3 lpmReference
23.8 lpmReference
Steering cap.
1.9 LReference
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Rear PTO
liveReference
independentReference
Rear PTO Type
540Reference
540Reference
PTO (claimed)
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13.9 kWReference
SCV flow
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16.3 lpmReference
Steering flow
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7.6 lpmReference
Rear Type
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IReference
Rear lift (at ends)
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539 kgReference
Mid PTO
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independentReference
Mid PTO Type
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2000Reference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
195 cmReference
145 cmReference
Weight
4195 kgReference
1211 kgReference
Front tire
7.50/8.00x16Reference
18x8.50-10Reference
Rear tire
14.9x24Reference
26x12.00-12Reference
Ag rear
14.9x24Reference
26x12.00-12Reference
Lawn/turf rear
14.9x24Reference
26x12.00-12Reference
Industrial front
11Lx15Reference
18x8.50-10Reference
Industrial rear
14.9x24Reference
26x12.00-12Reference
Length
624 cmReference
449 cmReference
Width
195 cmReference
137 cmReference
Height (steering wheel)
142 cmReference
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Ground clearance
30 cmReference
17 cmReference
Front tread
154 to 177 cmReference
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Rear tread
152 to 195 cmReference
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Shipping
4195 kgReference
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Max front axle
9072 kgReference
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Ag front
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18x8.50-10Reference
Lawn/turf front
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18x8.50-10Reference
Height (ROPS)
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218 cmReference
Shipping weight
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1211 kgReference
Backhoe & Loader
Dig depth
353 cmReference
198 cmReference
Dump angle
101 cmReference
109 cmReference
Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Charging system
alternatorReference
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Charging amps
38Reference
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Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Battery AH
95 (diesel)Reference
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Attachment overview
Massey Ferguson 52A Backhoe
Backhoe type
Massey Ferguson 52A BackhoeReference
Massey Ferguson CB65 BackhoeReference
Bucket width
60 cmReference
30 cmReference
Digging depth
353 cmReference
196 cmReference
2-Foot flat digging depth
350 cmReference
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Reach from pivot
454 cmReference
273 cmReference
Loading height
264 cmReference
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Bucket force
4014 kgReference
1123 kgReference
Dipperstick force
2608 kgReference
535 kgReference
Speeds
Variants
GC1705
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tractorReference
GC1710
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backhoe-loaderReference
Massey Ferguson CB05 Backhoe
Swing Arc
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140°Reference
Massey Ferguson CB65 Backhoe
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.