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Massey Ferguson 397 vs Massey Ferguson 4608
Verdict: Massey Ferguson 397 vs Massey Ferguson 4608
The Massey Ferguson 397 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 397 is the lighter machine (3,640 kg vs 6,063 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 101.8 L) for longer stints between fills. Massey Ferguson 4608 is the newer design (2013 vs 1987). 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
Steering
hydrostatic powerReference
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Original price
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$46,290 (2015 Cab 4WD )Reference
Final drives
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internal planetaryReference
Differential lock
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mechanical via foot pedalReference
Engine
4-cylinderReference
Six synchronized gears in two ranges with left-hand power shuttle.Reference
Fuel tank
101.8 LReference
102.2 LReference
Engine
59.7 kWReference
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Displacement
4.1 LReference
3.3 LReference
Bore/Stroke
101 x 127 mmReference
108 x 120 mmReference
Power
59.7 kWReference
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Rated RPM
2200Reference
2200Reference
Torque
283.0 NmReference
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Torque RPM
1400Reference
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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
Starter volts
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12Reference
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
24 forward and 12 reverseReference
12 forward and reverseReference
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
Total flow
37.1 lpmReference
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Rear lift
3650 kgReference
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Rear PTO Type
540/1000/groundReference
540/1000Reference
PTO (claimed)
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47.4 kWReference
Type
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power shuttleReference
Rear valves
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1 to 3Reference
SCV flow
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64.7 lpmReference
Rear Type
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IIReference
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
Rear PTO
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independentReference
Clutch
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electronicReference
Engine RPM
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1000@2178Reference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
242 cmReference
224 cmReference
Weight
3640 kgReference
6063 to 6503 poundsReference
Front tire
13.6-24Reference
9.5L-15Reference
Rear tire
16.9-34Reference
16.9-30Reference
Ag front
13.6-24Reference
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Ag rear
16.9-34Reference
16.9-30Reference
Length
385 cmReference
381 cmReference
Height
266 cmReference
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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
Width
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199 cmReference
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
Massey Ferguson 4608 attachments
Electrical
Ground
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negativeReference
Charging system
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alternatorReference
Charging amps
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95Reference
Battery volts
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12Reference
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.