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Massey Ferguson 4608 vs Massey Ferguson 481
Verdict: Massey Ferguson 4608 vs Massey Ferguson 481
The Massey Ferguson 4608 and the Massey Ferguson 481 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 80 hp. Massey Ferguson 481 is the lighter machine (5,578 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 65.9 L) for longer stints between fills. Massey Ferguson 4608 is the newer design (2013 vs 2002). 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 Ferguson (a part of AGCO)Reference
Six synchronized gears in two ranges with left-hand power shuttle.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
Original price
$46,290 (2015 Cab 4WD )Reference
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Final drives
internal planetaryReference
planetaryReference
Differential lock
mechanical via foot pedalReference
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Engine
Fuel tank
102.2 LReference
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Engine (gross)
59.7 kWReference
59.7 kWReference
Engine (net)
55.9 kWReference
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Displacement
3.3 LReference
4.4 LReference
Bore/Stroke
108 x 120 mmReference
105 x 127 mmReference
Emissions
Interim Tier 4Reference
Tier IIReference
Emission control
exhaust gas recirculation and diesel oxidation catalyst (DOC) (EGR)Reference
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Power (net)
55.9 kWReference
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Power (gross)
59.7 kWReference
59.7 kWReference
Fuel system
high pressure common rail direct injection (HPCR)Reference
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Rated RPM
2200Reference
2200Reference
Starter
electricReference
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Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Fuel Type
dieselReference
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No of Cylinders
3 cylinderReference
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Rated engine speed
2,200 RPMReference
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Bore and stroke
4.252x4.724 inchesReference
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ROPS Fuel tank
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65.9 LReference
Cab Fuel tank
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109.8 LReference
Compression
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18.2:1Reference
Torque
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398.7 NmReference
Torque RPM
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1400Reference
Firing order
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1-4-3-2Reference
Oil capacity
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8.9 LReference
Power at rated engine speed
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54.9 kWReference
Transmission
Gears
12 forward and reverseReference
12 forward and 4 reverseReference
Transmission Type
Power ShuttleReference
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forward and reverse options
Power Shuttle : 12F and 12RReference
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Wheel Drive
4WDReference
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Track Drive type
internal planetaryReference
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PTO & Hydraulics
PTO (claimed)
47.4 kWReference
52.2 kWReference
Type
power shuttleReference
partially synchronizedReference
Rear valves
1 to 3Reference
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SCV flow
64.7 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)
1549 kgReference
1790 kgReference
Rear Arms
extendable ball endsReference
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Rear PTO
independentReference
independentReference
Clutch
electronicReference
305mm dry discReference
Rear PTO Type
540/1000Reference
540 (1.375)Reference
Engine RPM
1000@2178Reference
540@1790Reference
PTO (tested)
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54.9 kWReference
Valves
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2 or 3Reference
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
Power at rated PTO speed
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50.0 kWReference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
224 cmReference
229 cmReference
Weight
6063 to 6503 poundsReference
5578 to 7519 poundsReference
Front tire
9.5L-15Reference
9.5L-15F2Reference
Rear tire
16.9-30Reference
16.9-30R1Reference
2WD Ag front
9.5L-15Reference
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4WD Ag front
9.5-24Reference
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Ag rear
16.9-30Reference
18.4-30R1Reference
Industrial front
10.5/80-18Reference
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Industrial rear
19.5L-24Reference
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Length
381 cmReference
393 cmReference
Width
199 cmReference
203 cmReference
Height (cab)
255 cmReference
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4WD ROPS Shipping weight
2750 kgReference
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4WD Cab Shipping weight
2949 kgReference
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Ag front
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12.4-24R1 (4WD)Reference
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 4608 attachments
Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Charging system
alternatorReference
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Charging amps
95Reference
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Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Attachment overview
General
Make & Model
Massey FergusonReference
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SCV control
joystickReference
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Rear Axle Type
FlangeReference
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Rollover protective structure
Two-post folding ROPS.Reference
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Capacities
Capacity
201 ciReference
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Hydraulics
Capacity Valves
16 valveReference
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Hydraulics Type
open center tandem pumpReference
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Remote Valves
1 to 3 ValvesReference
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Rear Hitch category (SAE designation)
Category IIReference
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Rear Hitch Sensing Type
position and draft controlReference
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Power
Max Power
80 hpReference
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Rated Power
75 hpReference
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PTO
PTO Power
63.5 hpReference
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Rear PTO Power
AvailableReference
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Rear PTO RPM
1,000 RPMReference
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Engine Speed on Rear PTO speed
1,000@2,178 RPMReference
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Steering & brakes
Brakes
wet discReference
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Steering type
powerReference
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Dimensions & weight
Height Over Cab
255 cmReference
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Overall Length
381.5 cmReference
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Overall Width
199.9 cmReference
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Overall weight
2,750.1 kgReference
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Wheels & tyres
Rear Wheel Type
16.9-30Reference
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Front Wheel Type
9.5L-15Reference
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Operator station
Cab Availability
AvailableReference
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Seat Suspension
TRUEReference
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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
Massey Ferguson 481 Height
ROPS
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261 cmReference
Height (Folded ROPS)
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201 cmReference
Cab
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269 cmReference
Exhaust
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274 cmReference
Test results
Fuel use
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16.3 l/hourReference
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.