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Massey Ferguson 481 vs Massey Ferguson 698
Verdict: Massey Ferguson 481 vs Massey Ferguson 698
The Massey Ferguson 481 and the Massey Ferguson 698 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 79 hp. Massey Ferguson 698 is the lighter machine (4,508 kg vs 5,578 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Massey Ferguson 698 holds more fuel (145.0 L vs 65.9 L) for longer stints between fills. Massey Ferguson 481 is the newer design (2002 vs 1983). In short: choose the Massey Ferguson 481 for outright pulling power, or the Massey Ferguson 698 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
80 hp
79 hp
Confidence
98%
98%
Guide price
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Overview
Manufacturer
Massey Ferguson (a part of AGCO)Reference
Massey FergusonReference
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
With 18.4-34 rear tires.Reference
Final drives
planetaryReference
outboard planetaryReference
Differential lock
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mechanical rearReference
Engine
ROPS Fuel tank
65.9 LReference
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Cab Fuel tank
109.8 LReference
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Engine (gross)
59.7 kWReference
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Displacement
4.4 LReference
5.2 LReference
Bore/Stroke
105 x 127 mmReference
114 x 127 mmReference
Emissions
Tier IIReference
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Power (gross)
59.7 kWReference
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Compression
18.2:1Reference
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Rated RPM
2200Reference
2000Reference
Torque
398.7 NmReference
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Torque RPM
1400Reference
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Firing order
1-4-3-2Reference
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Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Oil capacity
8.9 LReference
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Power at rated engine speed
54.9 kWReference
58.8 kWReference
Fuel tank
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145.0 LReference
Drawbar (tested)
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49.1 kWReference
Fuel system
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direct injectionReference
Air cleaner
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dual dry elementReference
Max power
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49.1 kWReference
Transmission
Gears
12 forward and 4 reverseReference
12 forward and 4 reverseReference
PTO & Hydraulics
PTO (claimed)
52.2 kWReference
58.2 kWReference
PTO (tested)
54.9 kWReference
58.8 kWReference
Type
partially synchronizedReference
open centerReference
Valves
2 or 3Reference
2 or 3Reference
Pump flow
37.9 lpmReference
26.5 lpmReference
SCV flow
54.9 lpmReference
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Total flow
85.2 lpmReference
64.3 lpmReference
Steering flow
30.3 lpmReference
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Rear Type
IIReference
IIReference
Control
position control and top-link draft sensingReference
position and draft controlReference
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)
1790 kgReference
2013 kgReference
Rear PTO
independentReference
independentReference
Clutch
305mm dry discReference
330mm dry discReference
Rear PTO Type
540 (1.375)Reference
540/1000 (1.375)Reference
Engine RPM
540@1790Reference
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Power at rated PTO speed
50.0 kWReference
55.5 kWReference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
229 cmReference
243 cmReference
Weight
5578 to 7519 poundsReference
4508 kgReference
Front tire
9.5L-15F2Reference
7.50-16Reference
Rear tire
16.9-30R1Reference
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Ag front
12.4-24R1 (4WD)Reference
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Ag rear
18.4-30R1Reference
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Length
393 cmReference
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Width
203 cmReference
205 cmReference
Clearance (drawbar)
37 cmReference
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2WD ROPS Shipping
2530 kgReference
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4WD ROPS Shipping
2859 kgReference
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2WD Cab Shipping
2990 kgReference
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4WD Cab Shipping
3410 kgReference
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2WD ROPS Operating
2721 kgReference
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2WD Rear tire
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18.4-34Reference
2WD Standard tires (ag)
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Front: 7.50-16. Rear: 18.4-34Reference
4WD Standard tires (ag)
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Front: 14.9-24. Rear: 18.4-34Reference
2WD Ag rear
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10.00-16:16.9-38Reference
2WD Length
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408 cmReference
4WD Length
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411 cmReference
Operating weight
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4508 kgReference
Ballasted weight
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5499 kgReference
2WD Front tread
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144 to 195 cmReference
4WD Front tread
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162 to 193 cmReference
Rear tread
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152 to 243 cmReference
Massey Ferguson 481 attachments
481 Serial Number Location
481 Serial Numbers
2002
BL00001Reference
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2003
BM00001Reference
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2004
BN00001Reference
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2005
BP00001Reference
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Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Charging system
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alternatorReference
Attachment overview
Massey Ferguson 481 Height
ROPS
261 cmReference
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Height (Folded ROPS)
201 cmReference
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Cab
269 cmReference
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Exhaust
274 cmReference
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Test results
Fuel use
16.3 l/hourReference
17.8 l/hourReference
Max pull
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3949 kgReference
Speeds
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.