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Massey Ferguson 4335 vs Massey Ferguson 481
Verdict: Massey Ferguson 4335 vs Massey Ferguson 481
The Massey Ferguson 4335 and the Massey Ferguson 481 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Massey Ferguson 481 leads on rated power with 80 hp against 78 hp. Massey Ferguson 481 is the lighter machine (5,578 kg vs 6,211 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Massey Ferguson 4335 holds more fuel (127.2 L vs 65.9 L) for longer stints between fills. Massey Ferguson 481 is the newer design (2002 vs 2001). In short: choose the Massey Ferguson 481 for outright pulling power, or the Massey Ferguson 4335 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
78 hp
80 hp
Confidence
98%
98%
Guide price
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Overview
Manufacturer
Massey Ferguson (a part of AGCO)Reference
Massey Ferguson (a part of AGCO)Reference
Also available as an 8-speed shuttle on ROPS-equipped models.Reference
Three gears (1-3) plus reverse (R) with low/high ranges and an additional synchronized slow/fast range lever. Synchronized shifting between gears 2-3 and the slow/fast range. Only available on 481 models with a cab.Reference
Differential lock
electro-hydraulic front and rearReference
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Final drives
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planetaryReference
Engine
Cab Fuel tank
189.2 LReference
109.8 LReference
ROPS Fuel tank
199.8 LReference
65.9 LReference
Engine (gross)
58.2 kWReference
59.7 kWReference
Engine (net)
55.2 kWReference
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Drawbar (tested)
44.9 kWReference
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Displacement
4.2 LReference
4.4 LReference
Bore/Stroke
103 x 127 mmReference
105 x 127 mmReference
Rated Power (net)
55.2 kWReference
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Power (gross)
58.2 kWReference
59.7 kWReference
Air cleaner
dual paper elementsReference
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Pre-heating
thermostartReference
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Compression
17.3:1Reference
18.2:1Reference
Rated RPM
2200Reference
2200Reference
Torque
282.0 NmReference
398.7 NmReference
Torque RPM
1400Reference
1400Reference
Starter
electricReference
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Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Coolant capacity
17.4 LReference
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Power at rated engine speed
51.0 kWReference
54.9 kWReference
Max power
44.9 kWReference
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Emissions
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Tier IIReference
Firing order
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1-4-3-2Reference
Oil capacity
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8.9 LReference
Transmission
Gears
12 forward and reverseReference
12 forward and 4 reverseReference
PTO & Hydraulics
PTO (claimed)
48.5 kWReference
52.2 kWReference
PTO (tested)
51.0 kWReference
54.9 kWReference
Type
power shuttleReference
partially synchronizedReference
Pressure
210.0 barReference
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Valves
2 to 4Reference
2 or 3Reference
SCV flow
65.9 lpmReference
54.9 lpmReference
Rear Type
IIReference
IIReference
Control
position and draft controlReference
position control and top-link draft sensingReference
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)
2038 kgReference
1790 kgReference
Rear Arms
telescopic lower linksReference
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Rear PTO
independentReference
independentReference
Clutch
wet discReference
305mm dry discReference
Rear PTO Type
540/1000 (1.375)Reference
540 (1.375)Reference
Engine RPM
1000@2000Reference
540@1790Reference
Power at rated PTO speed
48.3 kWReference
50.0 kWReference
Pump flow
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37.9 lpmReference
Total flow
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85.2 lpmReference
Steering flow
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30.3 lpmReference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
236 cmReference
229 cmReference
Weight
6211 to 8170 poundsReference
5578 to 7519 poundsReference
Front tire
10.00-16Reference
9.5L-15F2Reference
2WD Rear tire
480/70R34Reference
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2WD Standard tires (ag)
Front: 10.00-16. Rear: 480/70R34Reference
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4WD Standard tires (ag)
Front: 380/70R24. Rear: 480/70R34Reference
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Length
414 cmReference
393 cmReference
Width
195 cmReference
203 cmReference
Ground clearance
35 cmReference
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2WD Front tread
132 to 193 cmReference
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4WD Front tread
139 to 190 cmReference
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Rear tread
142 to 213 cmReference
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2WD ROPS
2817 kgReference
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4WD ROPS
2969 kgReference
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2WD Cab
3455 kgReference
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4WD Cab
3705 kgReference
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Operating
3145 kgReference
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Steering wheel
180 cmReference
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Rear tire
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16.9-30R1Reference
Ag front
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12.4-24R1 (4WD)Reference
Ag rear
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18.4-30R1Reference
Clearance (drawbar)
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37 cmReference
2WD ROPS Shipping
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2530 kgReference
4WD ROPS Shipping
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2859 kgReference
2WD Cab Shipping
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2990 kgReference
4WD Cab Shipping
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3410 kgReference
2WD ROPS Operating
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2721 kgReference
Massey Ferguson 4335 attachments
Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Charging system
alternatorReference
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ROPS Charging amps
45Reference
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Cab Charging amps
120Reference
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Batteries
2Reference
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Battery CCA
590Reference
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Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Massey Ferguson 4335 Height
ROPS
261 cmReference
261 cmReference
Cab
254 cmReference
269 cmReference
Test results
Fuel use
14.4 l/hourReference
16.3 l/hourReference
Max pull
3161 kgReference
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Massey Ferguson 481 attachments
481 Serial Number Location
481 Serial Numbers
2002
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BL00001Reference
2003
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BM00001Reference
2004
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BN00001Reference
2005
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BP00001Reference
Attachment overview
Massey Ferguson 481 Height
Height (Folded ROPS)
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201 cmReference
Exhaust
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274 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.