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Massey Ferguson 4243 vs Massey Ferguson 6255
Verdict: Massey Ferguson 4243 vs Massey Ferguson 6255
The Massey Ferguson 4243 and the Massey Ferguson 6255 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 85 hp. Massey Ferguson 6255 is the lighter machine (4,454 kg vs 6,914 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Massey Ferguson 6255 is the newer design (1999 vs 1998). 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
85 hp
85 hp
Confidence
98%
98%
Guide price
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Overview
Manufacturer
Massey FergusonReference
Massey FergusonReference
Three gears (1-3) plus reverse in two ranges (low/high) two a two-speed synchronized hi-lo shift for each gear. Standard transmission on the cab-equipped 4233.Reference
Optional DynaShuttle transmission adds a left-hand multifunction control lever for shuttle, power shift, and clutch control. Four power shift ranges (A-D) in four gears (1-4) with two ranges (low/high).Reference
Final drives
outboard planetaryReference
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Original price
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$52,500Reference
Steering
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hydrostatic powerReference
Engine
Engine (net)
63.4 kWReference
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Drawbar (tested)
47.1 kWReference
55.3 kWReference
Displacement
4.0 LReference
4.0 LReference
Bore/Stroke
100 x 127 mmReference
100 x 127 mmReference
Power (net)
63.4 kWReference
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Air cleaner
dual paper elementsReference
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Compression
17.3:1Reference
17.3:1Reference
Rated RPM
2200Reference
2200Reference
Torque
310.5 NmReference
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Torque RPM
1500Reference
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Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Oil capacity
6.5 LReference
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Coolant capacity
17.5 LReference
17.0 LReference
Max power
47.1 kWReference
55.3 kWReference
Power at rated engine speed
54.5 kWReference
63.6 kWReference
Fuel Type
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DieselReference
No of Cylinders
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4-cylinderReference
Rated engine speed
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2,200Reference
Bore and stroke
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3.937x5.00 inchesReference
Compression ratio
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17.3:1Reference
Cooling system
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liquid-cooledReference
Transmission
Gears
12 forward and reverseReference
32 forward and reverseReference
Transmission
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DynaShuttleReference
Transmission Type
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PowershiftReference
forward and reverse options
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32 forward and reverseReference
PTO & Hydraulics
PTO (claimed)
55.9 kWReference
63.4 kWReference
PTO (tested)
56.1 kWReference
63.6 kWReference
Hydraulic system
50.0 LReference
68.1 LReference
Type
synchronized shuttleReference
four-speed power shiftReference
Capacity
50.0 LReference
68.1 LReference
Pressure
210.0 barReference
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Valves
2 to 4Reference
2Reference
Pump flow
37.9 lpmReference
56.4 lpmReference
Rear Type
IIReference
IIReference
Control
position and draft controlReference
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Rear lift (at ends)
2260 kgReference
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Rear PTO
independentReference
independentReference
Clutch
dry discReference
wet discReference
Rear PTO Type
540/1000 (1.375)Reference
540/1000Reference
Engine RPM
1000@2000Reference
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Power at rated PTO speed
55.8 kWReference
63.6 kWReference
Rear lift
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3175 kgReference
Capacities
Cab Fuel
127.2 LReference
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ROPS Fuel
110.1 LReference
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Fuel
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159.0 LReference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
236 cmReference
255 cmReference
Weight
6914 to 8287 poundsReference
4454 kgReference
Front tire
7.5L-15Reference
10.00-16Reference
Rear tire
18.4-30Reference
16.9R-34Reference
Ag front
7.5L-15Reference
10.00-16Reference
Ag rear
18.4-30Reference
16.9R-34Reference
2WD Length
403 cmReference
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4WD Length
406 cmReference
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Width
200 cmReference
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Ground clearance
35 cmReference
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Front axle
4WDReference
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2WD Front tread
144 to 195 cmReference
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4WD Front tread
139 to 190 cmReference
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Rear tread
152 to 213 cmReference
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Max rear axle
4536 kgReference
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Steering wheel
170 cmReference
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Operating weight
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4454 kgReference
Massey Ferguson 4243 attachments
4243 Serial Numbers
1997
F01001Reference
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1998
G01001Reference
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1999
H01001Reference
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Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Charging system
alternatorReference
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ROPS Charging amps
45Reference
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Cab Charging amps
70Reference
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Batteries
2Reference
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Battery CCA
590Reference
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Battery volts
12Reference
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Massey Ferguson 4243 Height
ROPS
261 cmReference
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Height (Folded ROPS)
203 cmReference
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Cab
261 cmReference
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Test results
Fuel use
19.7 l/hourReference
20.4 l/hourReference
Max pull
4059 kgReference
4068 kgReference
Massey Ferguson 6255 attachments
General
Make & Model
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Massey FergusonReference
Country of manufacturer
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Option 1: Row-Crop tractor\\nOption 2: Beauvais, FranceReference
PTO
Rear PTO Power
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AvailableReference
Steering & brakes
Brakes
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independent hydraulic wet discReference
Steering type
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hydrostatic powerReference
Hydraulics
Hydraulics Type
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open center, closed center pressure flow compensatedReference
Remote Valves
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2Reference
Rear Hitch category (SAE designation)
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Category IIReference
Rear Hitch maximum lift capacity
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3,175.1 kgReference
Wheels & tyres
Rear wheel tread range
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16.9R-34 inchReference
Front Wheel tread range
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10.00-16Reference
Operator station
Cab Availability
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AvailableReference
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.