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Massey Ferguson 30D vs Massey Ferguson GC1720
Verdict: Massey Ferguson 30D vs Massey Ferguson GC1720
The Massey Ferguson 30D and the Massey Ferguson GC1720 are both backhoe loaders — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Massey Ferguson 30D leads on rated power with 45 hp against 25 hp. Massey Ferguson GC1720 is the lighter machine (1,211 kg vs 4,869 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Massey Ferguson GC1720 is the newer design (2013 vs 1982). In short: choose the Massey Ferguson 30D for outright pulling power, or the Massey Ferguson GC1720 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
45 hp
25 hp
Confidence
98%
98%
Guide price
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Overview
Manufacturer
Massey FergusonReference
IsekiReference
With 14.9-24 rear tires.Reference
liquid-cooledReference
Final drives
outboard planetaryReference
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Differential lock
mechanical rearReference
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Distributor
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Massey FergusonReference
Steering
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hydrostatic powerReference
Engine
Engine (net)
33.6 kWReference
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Displacement
2.5 LReference
1.1 LReference
Bore/Stroke
91 x 127 mmReference
78 x 78 mmReference
Power (net)
33.6 kWReference
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Fuel system
direct injectionReference
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Air cleaner
dryReference
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Rated RPM
2250Reference
3000Reference
Torque
161.4 NmReference
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Torque RPM
1300Reference
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Starter
electricReference
electricReference
Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Oil capacity
6.2 LReference
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Coolant capacity
9.5 LReference
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Engine (gross)
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18.6 kWReference
Power (gross)
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18.6 kWReference
Transmission
Transmission
Instant ReverseReference
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Gears
6 forward and reverseReference
infinite forward and reverse (2-range)Reference
Clutch
dry discReference
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Capacities
Fuel
53.0 LReference
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PTO & Hydraulics
Hydraulic system
32.2 LReference
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Type
manual shuttleReference
hydrostaticReference
Capacity
32.2 LReference
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Pressure
172.4 barReference
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Pump flow
83.3 lpmReference
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Rear PTO
liveReference
independentReference
Rear PTO Type
540 (1.375)Reference
540Reference
Engine RPM
540@1700Reference
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PTO (claimed)
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14.6 kWReference
SCV flow
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18.2 lpmReference
Total flow
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25.7 lpmReference
Steering flow
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7.6 lpmReference
Rear Type
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IReference
Rear lift (at ends)
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539 kgReference
Mid PTO
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independentReference
Mid PTO Type
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2000Reference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
195 cmReference
145 cmReference
Weight
4869 kgReference
1211 kgReference
Front tire
7.50-16Reference
18x8.50-10Reference
Rear tire
14.9-24Reference
26x12.00-12Reference
Industrial front
11L-15Reference
18x8.50-10Reference
Industrial rear
17.5L-24Reference
26x12.00-12Reference
Length
675 cmReference
449 cmReference
Width
213 cmReference
137 cmReference
Height (ROPS)
226 cmReference
218 cmReference
Height (backhoe)
309 cmReference
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Ground clearance
27 cmReference
17 cmReference
Max front axle
13608 kgReference
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Max rear axle
18144 kgReference
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Ag front
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18x8.50-10Reference
Ag rear
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26x12.00-12Reference
Lawn/turf front
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18x8.50-10Reference
Lawn/turf rear
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26x12.00-12Reference
Shipping weight
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1211 kgReference
Backhoe & Loader
Dig depth
383 cmReference
198 cmReference
Dump angle
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109 cmReference
Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Charging system
alternatorReference
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Charging amps
38Reference
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Battery CCA
545Reference
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Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Attachment overview
Massey Ferguson 30D Backhoe
Backhoe type
Massey Ferguson 30D BackhoeReference
Massey Ferguson CB65 BackhoeReference
Transport height
309 cmReference
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Digging depth
383 cmReference
196 cmReference
2-Foot flat digging depth
381 cmReference
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8-Foot flat digging depth
312 cmReference
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Reach from pivot
487 cmReference
273 cmReference
Loading height
266 cmReference
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Bucket Rotation
190°Reference
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Swing Arc
180°Reference
140°Reference
Bucket force
4077 kgReference
1123 kgReference
Dipperstick force
2721 kgReference
535 kgReference
Speeds
Variants
GC1715
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tractorReference
GC1720
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backhoe-loaderReference
Massey Ferguson CB05 Backhoe
Bucket width
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30 cmReference
Massey Ferguson CB65 Backhoe
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.