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Massey Ferguson 281 vs Massey Ferguson 281XE
Verdict: Massey Ferguson 281 vs Massey Ferguson 281XE
The Massey Ferguson 281 and the Massey Ferguson 281XE are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 69 hp. Massey Ferguson 281XE is the lighter machine (2,630 kg vs 6,350 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Massey Ferguson 281XE is the newer design (2001 vs 1998). 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
69 hp
69 hp
Confidence
98%
98%
Guide price
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Overview
Manufacturer
Massey FergusonReference
Massey FergusonReference
liquid-cooledReference
liquid-cooledReference
Differential lock
mechanical rearReference
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Drive
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4X4 MFWD 4WD (optional)Reference
Engine
Engine
55.9 kWReference
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Displacement
4.2 LReference
3.9 LReference
Bore/Stroke
103 x 127 mmReference
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Power
55.9 kWReference
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Air cleaner
dryReference
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Pre-heating
thermostartReference
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Rated RPM
2200Reference
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Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Oil capacity
6.8 LReference
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Coolant capacity
14.0 LReference
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Transmission
Type
sliding gearReference
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Gears
8 forward and 2 reverseReference
8 forward and 2 reverseReference
Clutch
305mm dry discReference
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PTO & Hydraulics
PTO (claimed)
51.5 kWReference
51.5 kWReference
Hydraulic system
42.0 LReference
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Capacity
42.0 LReference
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Pressure
172.4 barReference
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Valves
2Reference
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Pump flow
36.0 lpmReference
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Rear Type
IIReference
IIReference
Control
position and draft controlReference
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Rear lift (at ends)
2226 kgReference
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Rear PTO
live (two-stage clutch)Reference
independent (optional)Reference
Rear PTO Type
540Reference
540Reference
Capacities
Fuel
79.9 LReference
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Dimensions
2WD Wheelbase
229 cmReference
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4WD Wheelbase
228 cmReference
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Weight
6350 to 6635 poundsReference
2630 kgReference
Front tire
7.50-16Reference
7.50x16Reference
Rear tire
18.4-30Reference
18.4x30Reference
Ag front
7.50-16Reference
7.50x16Reference
Ag rear
18.4-30Reference
18.4x30Reference
Length
388 cmReference
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Width
200 cmReference
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Height (ROPS)
251 cmReference
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Height (Folded ROPS)
193 cmReference
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4WD Shipping weight
3009 kgReference
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2WD Shipping weight
2880 kgReference
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Clearance (drawbar)
36 cmReference
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2WD Front tread
137 to 177 cmReference
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4WD Front tread
141 to 190 cmReference
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Rear tread
142 to 213 cmReference
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Shipping weight
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2630 kgReference
Massey Ferguson 281 attachments
Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
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Charging system
alternatorReference
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Charging amps
35Reference
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Battery CCA
420Reference
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Battery volts
12Reference
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Attachment overview
Massey Ferguson 281XE attachments
281XE Serial Numbers
2001
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K01001Reference
2002
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BL01001Reference
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.