Compare/Massey Ferguson 316GTX vs Massey Ferguson ZT 1638

Massey Ferguson 316GTX vs Massey Ferguson ZT 1638

Verdict: Massey Ferguson 316GTX vs Massey Ferguson ZT 1638

The Massey Ferguson 316GTX and the Massey Ferguson ZT 1638 are both lawn tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 16 hp. Massey Ferguson ZT 1638 is the lighter machine (263 kg vs 331 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Massey Ferguson 316GTX holds more fuel (11.4 L vs 7.6 L) for longer stints between fills. Massey Ferguson ZT 1638 is the newer design (2002 vs 1991). 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

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Rated power

16 hp

Confidence

98%

Guide price

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Overview

Distributor

Massey FergusonReference

Manufacturer

IngersollReference

SimplicityReference

Image courtesy of Zachary LegrosReference

air-cooledReference

Steering

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hydrostatic differentialReference

Engine

Fuel tank

11.4 LReference

7.6 LReference

Displacement

42.18 ciReference

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Bore/Stroke

79 x 70 mmReference

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Power (gross)

11.9 kWReference

Starter

electricReference

Starter volts

12Reference

Oil capacity

1.9 LReference

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Rated RPM

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3400Reference

Transmission

Hy-driveReference

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Type

hydraulic driveReference

hydrostaticReference

Gears

infinite forward and reverseReference

PTO & Hydraulics

Mid PTO

independentReference

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Clutch

electricReference

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Dimensions

Wheelbase

121 cmReference

111 cmReference

Weight

331 kgReference

263 kgReference

Front tire

16x6.50-8Reference

13x5.0-6Reference

Rear tire

8.00-16Reference

18x9.5-8Reference

Lawn/turf front

16x6.50-8Reference

13x5.0-6Reference

Lawn/turf rear

8.00-16Reference

18x9.5-8Reference

Length

182 cmReference

156 cmReference

Width

103 cmReference

104 cmReference

Height (steering wheel)

111 cmReference

110 cmReference

Massey Ferguson 316GTX attachments

316GTX Serial Number Location

Electrical

Ground

negativeReference

Charging amps

15Reference

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Battery volts

12Reference

Attachment overview

Variants

ZT16

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similar Simplicity modelReference

Massey Ferguson ZT 1638 attachments

38" Mower deck

Cutting width

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96 cmReference

Overall width

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125 cmReference

Cut height

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3 to 10 cmReference

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.