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Massey Ferguson 30B vs Massey Ferguson 404 Work Bull
Verdict: Massey Ferguson 30B vs Massey Ferguson 404 Work Bull
The Massey Ferguson 30B and the Massey Ferguson 404 Work Bull are both industrial tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Massey Ferguson 30B leads on rated power with 47 hp against 46 hp. Massey Ferguson 30B is the lighter machine (3,825 kg vs 5,420 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Massey Ferguson 404 Work Bull holds more fuel (87.1 L vs 53 L) for longer stints between fills. In short: choose the Massey Ferguson 30B for outright pulling power, or the Massey Ferguson 404 Work Bull if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a 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
47 hp
46 hp
Confidence
98%
98%
Guide price
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Overview
Manufacturer
Massey FergusonReference
Massey FergusonReference
With 14.9x24 rear tires.Reference
liquid-cooledReference
Final drives
outboard planetaryReference
spur gearReference
Differential lock
mechanical rearReference
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Engine
Engine (gross)
34.7 kWReference
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Engine (net)
33.6 kWReference
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Displacement
2.4 LReference
4.5 LReference
Bore/Stroke
86 x 102 mmReference
102 x 140 mmReference
Power (net)
31.3 kWReference
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Power (gross)
34.7 kWReference
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Air cleaner
dry dual elementReference
oil bathReference
Compression
7.4:1Reference
6.25:1Reference
Rated RPM
2250Reference
1500Reference
Torque
146.4 NmReference
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Torque RPM
1600Reference
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Starter
electricReference
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Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Oil capacity
45.4 LReference
7.6 LReference
Coolant capacity
9.5 LReference
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Fuel Type
DieselReference
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No of Cylinders
3-cylinder || 4-cylinderReference
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Rated engine speed
2,250 RPMReference
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Engine torque at rated speed
54 kgReference
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Bore and stroke
3.6x5.0 inchesReference
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Compression ratio
16.5:1 || 7.4:1Reference
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Cooling system
liquid-cooled || liquid-cooledReference
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Drawbar (claimed)
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34.3 kWReference
Belt (claimed)
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38.8 kWReference
Transmission
Gears
4 forward and reverseReference
5 forward and 1 reverseReference
Clutch
dry feramic discReference
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Transmission
Instant ReverseReference
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forward and reverse options
6 forward and reverse || 4 forward and reverseReference
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Capacities
Fuel
53.0 LReference
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Steering
1.9 LReference
powerReference
Fuel tank
53 LReference
87.1 LReference
PTO & Hydraulics
Hydraulic system
49.2 LReference
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Type
power shuttle with torque converterReference
gearReference
Capacity
49.2 LReference
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Pressure
172.4 barReference
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Total flow
83.3 lpmReference
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Steering cap.
1.9 LReference
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Rear PTO
independentReference
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Rear PTO Type
540 (1.375)Reference
540Reference
Engine RPM
540@1700Reference
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Dimensions
Wheelbase
195 cmReference
217 cmReference
Weight
3825 to 9600 poundsReference
5420 to 5560 poundsReference
Front tire
7.50/8.00x16Reference
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Rear tire
14.9x24Reference
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Ag rear
14.9x24Reference
14.00x30Reference
Lawn/turf rear
16.9x24Reference
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Industrial front
11Lx15Reference
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Industrial rear
17.5Lx24Reference
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Length
650 cmReference
337 cmReference
Width
200 cmReference
201 cmReference
Height (steering wheel)
142 cmReference
188 cmReference
Height (cab)
243 cmReference
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Ground clearance
39 cmReference
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Front tread
154 cmReference
138 cmReference
Rear tread
157 cmReference
163 cmReference
Shipping
4354 kgReference
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Max front axle
13608 kgReference
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Ag front
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7.50x18Reference
Gas Weight
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2458 kgReference
Diesel Weight
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2522 kgReference
Clearance (front axle)
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35 cmReference
Clearance (rear axle)
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30 cmReference
Massey Ferguson 30B attachments
30B Serial Numbers
1976
9A250640Reference
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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
9A339334Reference
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1982
9A350584Reference
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Location:
Serial number plate located below steering column.Reference
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Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
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Charging system
alternatorReference
generatorReference
Charging amps
38Reference
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Battery volts
12Reference
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Battery AH
95 (diesel)Reference
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Attachment overview
Massey Ferguson 54A Backhoe
Backhoe type
Massey Ferguson 54A BackhoeReference
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Digging depth
383 cmReference
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2-Foot flat digging depth
381 cmReference
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Reach from pivot
457 cmReference
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Loading height
287 cmReference
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Bucket force
4077 kgReference
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Dipperstick force
2721 kgReference
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Speeds
General
Make & Model
Massey FergusonReference
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Hydraulics
Hydraulics Type
open centerReference
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Maximum operating pressure
2,500 psiReference
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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.