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Massey Ferguson 275 vs Massey Ferguson 283
Verdict: Massey Ferguson 275 vs Massey Ferguson 283
The Massey Ferguson 275 and the Massey Ferguson 283 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 67 hp. Massey Ferguson 283 is the lighter machine (2,463 kg vs 6,100 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Massey Ferguson 283 is the newer design (1985 vs 1975). 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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Fit & specs
Massey Ferguson
71
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Massey Ferguson
71
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
67 hp
67 hp
Confidence
98%
98%
Guide price
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Overview
Manufacturer
Massey FergusonReference
Massey FergusonReference
Three speeds in two ranges plus two-speed power shift.Reference
Tractor must be stopped, and clutch used, to shift gears.Reference
Differential lock
mechanical rearReference
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Factories
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BrazilReference
Original price
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$21,000 (1997)Reference
Steering
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hydrostatic powerReference
Engine
Drawbar (claimed)
44.7 kWReference
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Drawbar (tested)
44.5 kWReference
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Displacement
4.1 LReference
4.1 LReference
Bore/Stroke
101 x 127 mmReference
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Compression
16:1Reference
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Rated RPM
2000Reference
2200Reference
Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Oil capacity
7.6 LReference
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Coolant capacity
10.4 LReference
14.4 LReference
Power at rated engine speed
50.3 kWReference
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Max power
44.5 kWReference
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Fuel Type
DieselReference
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No of Cylinders
4-cylinderReference
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Rated engine speed
2,000Reference
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Bore and stroke
3.875x5.00 inchesReference
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Compression ratio
16:1Reference
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Cooling system
liquid-cooledReference
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Engine
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66.4 kWReference
Power
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66.4 kWReference
Transmission
Type
partial power shiftReference
sliding gearReference
Gears
12 forward and 4 reverseReference
8 forward and 2 reverseReference
Transmission
Multi-PowerReference
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PTO & Hydraulics
PTO (claimed)
50.0 kWReference
50.0 kWReference
PTO (tested)
50.3 kWReference
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Hydraulic system
30.3 LReference
40.9 LReference
Capacity
30.3 LReference
40.9 LReference
Pressure
158.6 barReference
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Valves
0 to 2Reference
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Pump flow
17.0 lpmReference
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Total flow
73.8 lpmReference
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Steering flow
18.9 lpmReference
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Rear Type
IIReference
IIReference
Rear lift
1859 kgReference
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Rear PTO
independentReference
live (two-stage clutch)Reference
Rear PTO Type
540 (1.375)Reference
540Reference
Engine RPM
540@1683Reference
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Power at rated PTO speed
46.1 kWReference
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Control
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position and draft controlReference
Capacities
Fuel
70.0 LReference
82.1 LReference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
208 cmReference
214 cmReference
Weight
6100 to 6610 poundsReference
2463 kgReference
Front tire
6.00-16Reference
7.50-16Reference
Rear tire
16.9-24Reference
18.4-30Reference
Ag front
9.5L-10 (low-profile)Reference
7.50-16Reference
Ag rear
21.5L-16.1 (low-profile)Reference
18.4-30Reference
Ground clearance
37 cmReference
41 cmReference
Front tread
132 to 193 cmReference
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Rear tread
139 to 220 cmReference
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Shipping
2766 kgReference
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Operating
2998 kgReference
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Ballasted
4232 kgReference
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Length
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369 cmReference
Width
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201 cmReference
Height (ROPS)
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252 cmReference
Massey Ferguson 275 attachments
275 Serial Numbers
1975
9A207681Reference
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1976
9A232539Reference
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1977
9A257837Reference
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1978
9A280301Reference
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1979
9A300200Reference
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1980
9A326169Reference
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1981
9A339343Reference
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1982
9A350584Reference
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1983
9A354679Reference
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Electrical
Charging system
alternatorReference
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Charging amps
37Reference
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Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Battery AH
180Reference
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Ground
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negativeReference
Massey Ferguson 275 Height
Hood
157 cmReference
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Test results
Fuel use
16.7 l/hourReference
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Max pull
3307 kgReference
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Speeds
General
Make & Model
Massey FergusonReference
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Country of manufacturer
Utility tractorReference
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Power
Rated Power
66 hpReference
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PTO
Rear PTO Power
AvailableReference
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Rear PTO RPM
540 RPMReference
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Steering & brakes
Brakes
mechanical wet discReference
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Steering type
manual, powerReference
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Hydraulics
Hydraulics Type
open centerReference
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Maximum operating pressure
2,500 psiReference
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Remote Valves
1Reference
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Rear Hitch category (SAE designation)
Category IIReference
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Dimensions & weight
Overall Height
173 cmReference
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Overall Length
378 cmReference
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Overall Width
182.9 cmReference
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Operator station
Cab Availability
AvailableReference
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Massey Ferguson 283 attachments
283 Serial Numbers
1988
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5469?????? (Brazil)Reference
1989
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P01001 (UK)Reference
1990
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R01001 (UK)Reference
1991
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S01001 (UK)Reference
1992
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A01001 (UK)Reference
1993
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B01001 (UK)Reference
1994
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C01001 (UK)Reference
1995
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D01001 (UK)Reference
1996
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E01001 (UK)Reference
1997
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F01001 (UK)Reference
1998
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G01001 (UK)Reference
1999
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H01001 (UK)Reference
Location:
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Serial number plate on the dashboard panel of the Massey Ferguson 283.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.