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Massey Ferguson 4609 vs Massey Ferguson 590 Turbo
Verdict: Massey Ferguson 4609 vs Massey Ferguson 590 Turbo
The Massey Ferguson 4609 and the Massey Ferguson 590 Turbo are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 90 hp. Massey Ferguson 4609 is the lighter machine (6,394 kg vs 6,660 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Massey Ferguson 4609 holds more fuel (102.2 L vs 98.0 L) for longer stints between fills. Massey Ferguson 4609 is the newer design (2013 vs 1978). 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
94
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Massey Ferguson
94
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
90 hp
90 hp
Confidence
98%
98%
Guide price
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Overview
Manufacturer
Massey FergusonReference
Massey FergusonReference
Six synchronized gears in two ranges with left-hand power shuttle.Reference
Three gears in low and high ranges with two-speed Multi-Power power shift.Reference
Original price
$49,973 (2015 Cab 4WD )Reference
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Final drives
internal planetaryReference
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Differential lock
mechanical via foot pedalReference
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Engine
Fuel tank
102.2 LReference
98.0 LReference
Engine (gross)
67.1 kWReference
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Engine (net)
63.4 kWReference
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Displacement
3.3 LReference
4.1 LReference
Bore/Stroke
108 x 120 mmReference
98 x 127 mmReference
Emissions
Interim Tier 4Reference
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Emission control
exhaust gas recirculation and diesel oxidation catalyst (DOC) (EGR)Reference
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Power (net)
63.4 kWReference
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Power (gross)
67.1 kWReference
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Fuel system
high pressure common rail direct injection (HPCR)Reference
direct injectionReference
Rated RPM
2200Reference
2200Reference
Starter
electricReference
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Starter volts
12Reference
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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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Engine
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67.1 kWReference
Power
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67.1 kWReference
Pre-heating
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thermostartReference
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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Transmission
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Multi-PowerReference
PTO & Hydraulics
PTO (claimed)
53.7 kWReference
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Type
power shuttleReference
two-speed power shiftReference
Rear valves
1 to 3Reference
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SCV flow
64.7 lpmReference
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Rear Type
IIReference
IIReference
Control
position and draft controlReference
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Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)
1549 kgReference
2639 kgReference
Rear Arms
extendable ball endsReference
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Rear PTO
independentReference
independent optionalReference
Clutch
electronicReference
hydraulic (independent)Reference
Rear PTO Type
540/1000Reference
1000 (1.375)Reference
Engine RPM
1000@2178Reference
1000@1900Reference
Pump flow
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34.8 lpmReference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
224 cmReference
228 cmReference
Weight
6394 to 6835 poundsReference
3551 kgReference
Front tire
9.5L-15Reference
7.50-18Reference
2WD Rear tire
16.9-30Reference
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2WD Standard tires (ag)
Front: 9.5L-15. Rear: 16.9-30Reference
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4WD Standard tires (ag)
Front: 11.2-24. Rear: 16.9-30Reference
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2WD Optional tires (ag)
Front: 10.00-16. Rear: 16.9-34Reference
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4WD Optional tires (ag)
Front: 12.4-24. Rear: 18.4-30Reference
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Industrial front
12.5/80-18Reference
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Industrial rear
19.5L-24Reference
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Length
387 cmReference
388 cmReference
Width
199 cmReference
203 cmReference
Height (cab)
260 cmReference
254 cmReference
4WD ROPS Shipping weight
2900 kgReference
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4WD Cab Shipping weight
3100 kgReference
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Rear tire
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16.9-34 (2WD)Reference
Standard tires (ag)
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Front: 10.00-24. Rear: 16.9-34 (4WD)Reference
Clearance (drawbar)
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38 cmReference
Massey Ferguson 4609 attachments
Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
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Charging system
alternatorReference
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Charging amps
95Reference
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Battery volts
12Reference
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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
90 hpReference
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Rated Power
85 hpReference
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PTO
PTO Power
72 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
260.1 cmReference
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Overall Length
387.6 cmReference
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Overall Width
199.9 cmReference
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Overall weight
2,900.3 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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Variants
590
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naturally-aspiratedReference
590T
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turbochargedReference
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.