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Massey Ferguson 491 vs Massey Ferguson 5290
Verdict: Massey Ferguson 491 vs Massey Ferguson 5290
The Massey Ferguson 491 and the Massey Ferguson 5290 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Massey Ferguson 491 leads on rated power with 89 hp against 88 hp. Massey Ferguson 491 is the lighter machine (6,812 kg vs 10,362 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Massey Ferguson 491 is the newer design (2004 vs 2002). In short: choose the Massey Ferguson 491 for outright pulling power, or the Massey Ferguson 5290 if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.
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Massey Ferguson
71
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Massey Ferguson
71
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
89 hp
88 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
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.Reference
With 18.4-34 rear tires.Reference
Final drives
planetaryReference
planetaryReference
Differential lock
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mechanical rearReference
Engine
Fuel tank
109.8 LReference
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Engine (gross)
66.4 kWReference
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Displacement
4.4 LReference
4.1 LReference
Bore/Stroke
105 x 127 mmReference
101 x 127 mmReference
Emissions
Tier IIReference
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Power (gross)
66.4 kWReference
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Air cleaner
dual paper elementsReference
dual element dryReference
Compression
18.2:1Reference
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Rated RPM
2200Reference
2200Reference
Torque
382.4 NmReference
291.0 NmReference
Torque RPM
1200Reference
1200Reference
Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Max power
64.0 kWReference
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Power at rated engine speed
58.8 kWReference
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Engine
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65.6 kWReference
Power
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65.6 kWReference
Starter
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electricReference
Oil capacity
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9.5 LReference
Transmission
Gears
12 forward and 4 reverseReference
18 forward and 6 reverseReference
PTO & Hydraulics
PTO (claimed)
57.4 kWReference
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PTO (tested)
64.0 kWReference
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Type
partially synchronizedReference
open centerReference
Valves
2 or 3Reference
1 or 2Reference
Pump flow
37.9 lpmReference
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SCV flow
64.3 lpmReference
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Total flow
94.6 lpmReference
42.0 lpmReference
Steering flow
30.3 lpmReference
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Rear Type
IIReference
IIReference
Control
position control and top-link draft sensingReference
position and depth controlReference
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)
1904 kgReference
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Rear PTO
independentReference
independentReference
Clutch
330mm dry discReference
330mm dry discReference
Rear PTO Type
540/1000 (1.375)Reference
540/1000 (1.375)Reference
Engine RPM
1000@1900Reference
540@1900Reference
Power at rated PTO speed
62.8 kWReference
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Hydraulic system
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44.7 LReference
Capacity
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44.7 LReference
Pressure
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150.0 barReference
Rear lift
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3200 kgReference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
236 cmReference
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Weight
6812 to 8025 poundsReference
10362 to 11244 poundsReference
Front tire
12.4-24Reference
7.50-16Reference
Rear tire
18.4-30Reference
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Ag front
12.4-24Reference
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Ag rear
18.4-30Reference
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Length
393 cmReference
399 cmReference
Width
203 cmReference
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Clearance (drawbar)
37 cmReference
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2WD ROPS Shipping
3089 kgReference
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4WD ROPS Shipping
3299 kgReference
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2WD Cab Shipping
3430 kgReference
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4WD Cab Shipping
3640 kgReference
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4WD ROPS Operating
3372 kgReference
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2WD Wheelbase
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226 cmReference
4WD Wheelbase
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226 cmReference
2WD Rear tire
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18.4-30Reference
2WD Standard tires (ag)
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Front: 7.50-18. Rear: 18.4-34Reference
4WD Standard tires (ag)
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Front: 14.9-24. Rear: 23.1-26Reference
Height
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264 cmReference
2WD Weight
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4700 kgReference
4WD Weight
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5100 kgReference
2WD Ground clearance
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41 cmReference
4WD Ground clearance
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39 cmReference
2WD Front tread
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138 to 122 cmReference
4WD Front tread
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172 to 203 cmReference
Rear tread
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152 to 233 cmReference
Massey Ferguson 491 attachments
491 Serial Numbers
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
Charging amps
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35Reference
Battery AH
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90Reference
Attachment overview
Massey Ferguson 491 Height
ROPS
260 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
18.5 l/hourReference
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Capacities
Fuel
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99.9 LReference
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.