Compare/Massey Ferguson 233 vs Massey Ferguson 2850M

Massey Ferguson 233 vs Massey Ferguson 2850M

Verdict: Massey Ferguson 233 vs Massey Ferguson 2850M

The Massey Ferguson 233 and the Massey Ferguson 2850M are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 38 hp. Massey Ferguson 233 is the lighter machine (2,224 kg vs 4,035 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Massey Ferguson 233 holds more fuel (60.9 L vs 53.0 L) for longer stints between fills. Massey Ferguson 2850M is the newer design (2020 vs 1983). 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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Rated power

38 hp

Confidence

98%

Guide price

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Overview

Manufacturer

Massey FergusonReference

Massey Ferguson (a part of AGCO)Reference

Four synchronized gears in three ranges, plus reverse range.Reference

Four synchronized gears in three ranges with power shuttle.Reference

Original price

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$40,385 (2020 hydrostatic Cab )Reference

Engine

Fuel tank

60.9 LReference

53.0 LReference

Engine

28.3 kWReference

36.4 kWReference

Displacement

2.5 LReference

2.4 LReference

Bore/Stroke

91 x 127 mmReference

87 x 102 mmReference

Power

28.3 kWReference

36.4 kWReference

Rated RPM

2150Reference

2600Reference

Torque

153.2 NmReference

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Torque RPM

1400Reference

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Starter

electricReference

Starter volts

12Reference

Emissions

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Tier IVReference

Fuel system

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common rail direct injectionReference

Air cleaner

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dryReference

Transmission

Gears

12 forward and 4 reverseReference

infinite forward and reverse (3-range)Reference

PTO & Hydraulics

Type

synchromeshReference

hydrostaticReference

Pressure

170.1 barReference

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Pump flow

36.0 lpmReference

47.7 lpmReference

Rear Type

II/IReference

IReference

Rear lift

2300 kgReference

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Rear PTO

independentReference

Rear PTO Type

540 (1.375)Reference

Engine RPM

1000@1916Reference

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Gear PTO (claimed)

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28.4 kWReference

Hydro PTO (claimed)

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27.0 kWReference

Steering flow

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26.5 lpmReference

Control

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position control with optional draft controlReference

Rear lift (at ends)

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1579 kgReference

Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)

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1399 kgReference

Mid PTO

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independentReference

Mid PTO Type

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1916Reference

Dimensions

Wheelbase

214 cmReference

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Weight

2224 kgReference

4035 to 4420 poundsReference

Front tire

7.50-16Reference

9.5-16Reference

Rear tire

13.6-28Reference

Ag front

7.50-16Reference

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Ag rear

12.4-32Reference

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Length

352 cmReference

336 cmReference

Width

175 cmReference

178 cmReference

Height

217 cmReference

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Max weight

3499 kgReference

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Ground clearance

45 cmReference

35 cmReference

Standard tires (ag)

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Front: 9.5-16. Rear: 13.6-28Reference

Optional tires (ag)

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Front: 9.5-16. Rear: 16.9-24Reference

Lawn/turf front

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27x10.50-15Reference

Lawn/turf rear

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44x18.00-20Reference

Industrial front

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10-16.5Reference

Industrial rear

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17.5L-24Reference

Height (ROPS)

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260 cmReference

Height (cab)

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235 cmReference

ROPS Weight

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1830 kgReference

Cab Weight

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2004 kgReference

Electrical

Ground

negativeReference

Charging system

alternatorReference

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Battery volts

12Reference

Massey Ferguson 2850M attachments

Attachment overview

Massey Ferguson CB85 Backhoe

Backhoe type

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Massey Ferguson CB85 BackhoeReference

Transport height

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220 cmReference

Digging depth

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254 cmReference

Reach from pivot

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330 cmReference

Loading height

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193 cmReference

Bucket Rotation

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180°Reference

Swing Arc

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175°Reference

Bucket force

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1847 kgReference

Dipperstick force

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1188 kgReference

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.