Compare/Massey Ferguson 281XE vs Massey Ferguson 383

Massey Ferguson 281XE vs Massey Ferguson 383

Verdict: Massey Ferguson 281XE vs Massey Ferguson 383

The Massey Ferguson 281XE and the Massey Ferguson 383 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 6,331 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 1987). 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

69 hp

Confidence

98%

Guide price

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Overview

Manufacturer

Massey FergusonReference

liquid-cooledReference

Four speeds in two ranges.Reference

Drive

4X4 MFWD 4WD (optional)Reference

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Engine

Displacement

3.9 LReference

4.1 LReference

Starter volts

12Reference

Fuel tank

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107.9 LReference

Engine

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56.7 kWReference

Bore/Stroke

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101 x 127 mmReference

Power

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56.7 kWReference

Fuel system

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direct injectionReference

Air cleaner

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dual dry elementReference

Compression

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16:1Reference

Rated RPM

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2200Reference

Idle RPM

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750-2380Reference

Torque

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279.3 NmReference

Torque RPM

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1400Reference

Firing order

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1-3-4-2Reference

Starter

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electricReference

Coolant capacity

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15.1 LReference

Oil capacity

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7.5 LReference

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

Gears

8 forward and 2 reverseReference

Transmission Type

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GearReference

forward and reverse options

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8 forward and 2 reverseReference

PTO & Hydraulics

PTO (claimed)

51.5 kWReference

Rear Type

IIReference

Rear PTO

independent (optional)Reference

liveReference

Rear PTO Type

540Reference

540 (1.375)Reference

Type

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open centerReference

Pressure

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206.8 barReference

Valves

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2Reference

Pump flow

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16.7 lpmReference

Total flow

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63.6 lpmReference

Control

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position and draft controlReference

Rear lift

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1927 kgReference

Rear lift (at ends)

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2453 kgReference

Dimensions

Weight

2630 kgReference

6331 to 7552 poundsReference

Front tire

7.50x16Reference

7.50-16Reference

Rear tire

18.4x30Reference

18.4/15-30Reference

Ag front

7.50x16Reference

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Ag rear

18.4x30Reference

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Shipping weight

2630 kgReference

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Wheelbase

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213 cmReference

Standard tires (ag)

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Front: 7.50-16. Rear: 18.4/15-30Reference

Length

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366 cmReference

Width

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200 cmReference

Clearance (front axle)

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53 cmReference

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

Massey Ferguson 281XE attachments

281XE Serial Numbers

2001

K01001Reference

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2002

BL01001Reference

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Attachment overview

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

Electrical

Ground

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negativeReference

Charging system

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alternatorReference

Charging amps

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45Reference

Battery CCA

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540 (1x)Reference

Battery volts

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12Reference

Total cold cranking amps

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420 (2x), 540 (1x)Reference

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

Capacities

Capacity

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248 ciReference

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.