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Massey Ferguson 283 vs Massey Ferguson 294
Verdict: Massey Ferguson 283 vs Massey Ferguson 294
The Massey Ferguson 283 and the Massey Ferguson 294 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 3,048 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 1982). 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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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
LandiniReference
Tractor must be stopped, and clutch used, to shift gears.Reference
Four gears in three ranges, plus reverse range.Reference
Factories
BrazilReference
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Original price
$21,000 (1997)Reference
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Steering
hydrostatic powerReference
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Distributor
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Massey FergusonReference
Differential lock
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mechanical rearReference
Engine
Engine
66.4 kWReference
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Displacement
4.1 LReference
4.1 LReference
Power
66.4 kWReference
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Rated RPM
2200Reference
2100Reference
Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Coolant capacity
14.4 LReference
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Fuel tank
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60.6 LReference
Drawbar (tested)
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41.2 kWReference
Bore/Stroke
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101 x 127 mmReference
Fuel system
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direct injectionReference
Air cleaner
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oil bathReference
Compression
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16:1Reference
Power at rated engine speed
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50.3 kWReference
Max power
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41.2 kWReference
Transmission
Gears
8 forward and 2 reverseReference
12 forward and 4 reverseReference
Clutch
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11-inch dual dry discReference
PTO & Hydraulics
PTO (claimed)
50.0 kWReference
50.0 kWReference
Hydraulic system
40.9 LReference
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Type
sliding gearReference
synchromeshReference
Capacity
40.9 LReference
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Rear Type
IIReference
IIReference
Control
position and draft controlReference
draft and position controlReference
Rear PTO
live (two-stage clutch)Reference
independentReference
Rear PTO Type
540Reference
540 (1.375)Reference
PTO (tested)
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50.3 kWReference
Valves
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2Reference
Pump flow
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35.6 lpmReference
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)
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1664 kgReference
Engine RPM
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540@1944Reference
Front PTO
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direct-driveReference
Front PTO Type
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2250Reference
Power at rated PTO speed
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48.4 kWReference
Capacities
Fuel
82.1 LReference
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Dimensions
Wheelbase
214 cmReference
221 cmReference
Weight
2463 kgReference
3048 kgReference
Front tire
7.50-16Reference
12.4x24Reference
Rear tire
18.4-30Reference
18.4x30Reference
Ag front
7.50-16Reference
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Ag rear
18.4-30Reference
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Length
369 cmReference
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Width
201 cmReference
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Height (ROPS)
252 cmReference
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Ground clearance
41 cmReference
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Standard tires (ag)
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Front: 12.4x24. Rear: 18.4x30Reference
Operating weight
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3048 kgReference
Ballasted weight
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3921 kgReference
Clearance (front axle)
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41 cmReference
Front tread
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156 cmReference
Rear tread
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154 to 205 cmReference
Massey Ferguson 283 attachments
283 Serial Numbers
1988
5469?????? (Brazil)Reference
22303121Reference
1989
P01001 (UK)Reference
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1990
R01001 (UK)Reference
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1991
S01001 (UK)Reference
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1992
A01001 (UK)Reference
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1993
B01001 (UK)Reference
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1994
C01001 (UK)Reference
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1995
D01001 (UK)Reference
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1996
E01001 (UK)Reference
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1997
F01001 (UK)Reference
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1998
G01001 (UK)Reference
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1999
H01001 (UK)Reference
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Location:
Serial number plate on the dashboard panel of the Massey Ferguson 283.Reference
Plate on the bottom-left side of the tractor's instrument panel.Reference
Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Variants
293
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similar Massey Ferguson modelReference
8830
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similar Landini modelReference
294 Serial Numbers
1982
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2235938Reference
1983
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2236290Reference
1984
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2236511Reference
1985
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22300915Reference
1986
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22301652Reference
1987
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22302505Reference
Test results
Fuel use
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14.4 l/hourReference
Max pull
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2569 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.