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Massey Ferguson 298 vs Massey Ferguson 4608
Verdict: Massey Ferguson 298 vs Massey Ferguson 4608
The Massey Ferguson 298 and the Massey Ferguson 4608 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 80 hp. Massey Ferguson 4608 is the lighter machine (6,063 kg vs 6,979 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Massey Ferguson 4608 holds more fuel (102.2 L vs 99.9 L) for longer stints between fills. Massey Ferguson 4608 is the newer design (2013 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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Fit & specs
Massey Ferguson
71
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Massey Ferguson
71
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
80 hp
80 hp
Confidence
98%
98%
Guide price
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Overview
Manufacturer
Massey FergusonReference
Massey FergusonReference
Three gears, plus reverse, with high and low range. Multi-Power provides a high-low power shift in each gear.Reference
Six synchronized gears in two ranges with left-hand power shuttle.Reference
Original price
$26,000 (1986)Reference
$46,290 (2015 Cab 4WD )Reference
Drive
4x4 MFWD 4WD (optional)Reference
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Differential lock
foot pedal standardReference
mechanical via foot pedalReference
Steering
hydrostatic powerReference
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Final drives
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internal planetaryReference
Engine
Fuel tank
99.9 LReference
102.2 LReference
Drawbar (tested)
51.1 kWReference
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Displacement
5.2 LReference
3.3 LReference
Bore/Stroke
114 x 127 mmReference
108 x 120 mmReference
Air cleaner
dual dry elementReference
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Pre-heating
block heater (optional)Reference
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Compression
17.5:1Reference
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Rated RPM
2000Reference
2200Reference
Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Power at rated engine speed
59.1 kWReference
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Max power
49.3 kWReference
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Engine (gross)
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59.7 kWReference
Engine (net)
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55.9 kWReference
Emissions
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Interim Tier 4Reference
Emission control
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exhaust gas recirculation and diesel oxidation catalyst (DOC) (EGR)Reference
Power (net)
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55.9 kWReference
Power (gross)
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59.7 kWReference
Fuel system
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high pressure common rail direct injection (HPCR)Reference
Starter
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electricReference
Fuel Type
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dieselReference
No of Cylinders
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3 cylinderReference
Rated engine speed
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2,200 RPMReference
Bore and stroke
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4.252x4.724 inchesReference
Transmission
Gears
12 forward and 4 reverseReference
12 forward and reverseReference
Transmission
Multi-PowerReference
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Transmission Type
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Power ShuttleReference
forward and reverse options
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Power Shuttle : 12F and 12RReference
Wheel Drive
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4WDReference
Track Drive type
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internal planetaryReference
PTO & Hydraulics
PTO (claimed)
58.2 kWReference
47.4 kWReference
PTO (tested)
59.3 kWReference
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Type
partial power shiftReference
power shuttleReference
Valves
2 to 3Reference
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Total flow
64.3 lpmReference
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Rear Type
IIReference
IIReference
Rear lift
2013 kgReference
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Rear PTO
independentReference
independentReference
Rear PTO Type
540/1000Reference
540/1000Reference
Power at rated PTO speed
55.4 kWReference
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Rear valves
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1 to 3Reference
SCV flow
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64.7 lpmReference
Control
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position and draft controlReference
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)
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1549 kgReference
Rear Arms
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extendable ball endsReference
Clutch
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electronicReference
Engine RPM
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1000@2178Reference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
243 cmReference
224 cmReference
Weight
6979 to 7970 poundsReference
6063 to 6503 poundsReference
Front tire
9.5L-15Reference
9.5L-15Reference
Rear tire
18.4-34Reference
16.9-30Reference
Ag front
10.00-16Reference
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Ag rear
16.9-38Reference
16.9-30Reference
Length
407 cmReference
381 cmReference
Width
200 cmReference
199 cmReference
Front tread
144 to 195 cmReference
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Rear tread
152 to 243 cmReference
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Shipping
3165 kgReference
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Operating
3615 kgReference
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Ballasted
5007 kgReference
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2WD Ag front
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9.5L-15Reference
4WD Ag front
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9.5-24Reference
Industrial front
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10.5/80-18Reference
Industrial rear
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19.5L-24Reference
Height (cab)
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255 cmReference
4WD ROPS Shipping weight
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2750 kgReference
4WD Cab Shipping weight
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2949 kgReference
298 Serial Numbers
1983
702586Reference
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1984
703062Reference
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1985
703760Reference
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1986
704095Reference
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Location:
Instrument panel on right sideReference
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Electrical
Charging system
alternatorReference
alternatorReference
Charging amps
32Reference
95Reference
Batteries
2Reference
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Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Ground
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negativeReference
Test results
Fuel use
20.1 l/hourReference
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Max pull
3929 kgReference
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Speeds
Massey Ferguson 4608 attachments
Attachment overview
General
Make & Model
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Massey FergusonReference
SCV control
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joystickReference
Rear Axle Type
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FlangeReference
Rollover protective structure
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Two-post folding ROPS.Reference
Capacities
Capacity
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201 ciReference
Hydraulics
Capacity Valves
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16 valveReference
Hydraulics Type
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open center tandem pumpReference
Remote Valves
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1 to 3 ValvesReference
Rear Hitch category (SAE designation)
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Category IIReference
Rear Hitch Sensing Type
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position and draft controlReference
Power
Max Power
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80 hpReference
Rated Power
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75 hpReference
PTO
PTO Power
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63.5 hpReference
Rear PTO Power
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AvailableReference
Rear PTO RPM
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1,000 RPMReference
Engine Speed on Rear PTO speed
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1,000@2,178 RPMReference
Steering & brakes
Brakes
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wet discReference
Steering type
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powerReference
Dimensions & weight
Height Over Cab
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255 cmReference
Overall Length
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381.5 cmReference
Overall Width
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199.9 cmReference
Overall weight
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2,750.1 kgReference
Wheels & tyres
Rear Wheel Type
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16.9-30Reference
Front Wheel Type
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9.5L-15Reference
Operator station
Cab Availability
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AvailableReference
Seat Suspension
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TRUEReference
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.