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Massey Ferguson 7726 vs Massey Ferguson 8730
Verdict: Massey Ferguson 7726 vs Massey Ferguson 8730
The Massey Ferguson 7726 and the Massey Ferguson 8730 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Massey Ferguson 7726 leads on rated power with 240 hp against 234 hp. Massey Ferguson 7726 is the lighter machine (7,500 kg vs 10,800 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Massey Ferguson 8730 holds more fuel (628.3 L vs 431.5 L) for longer stints between fills. Massey Ferguson 7726 is the newer design (2015 vs 2014). In short: choose the Massey Ferguson 7726 for outright pulling power, or the Massey Ferguson 8730 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
Clear
Massey Ferguson
94
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
240 hp
234 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
Pull at 2.73 KPHReference
Pull at 2.50KPHReference
Original price
$232,833 (2015 Dyna-VT Premium )Reference
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Differential lock
full-locking electro-hydraulicReference
electro-hydraulicReference
Steering
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hydrostatic powerReference
Engine
Engine (gross)
179.0 kWReference
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Drawbar (tested)
126.5 kWReference
162.0 kWReference
Displacement
7.4 LReference
8.4 LReference
Bore/Stroke
108 x 134 mmReference
111 x 145 mmReference
Emissions
Tier 4Reference
Tier IVReference
Emission control
selective catalytic reduction (SCR)Reference
selective catalytic reduction (SCR)Reference
Power (gross)
179.0 kWReference
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Maximum Power
190.2 kWReference
220.0 kWReference
Fuel system
common railReference
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Cooling system
electronic viscous fanReference
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Air cleaner
dual dry elementReference
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Rated RPM
2100Reference
2100Reference
Starter
electricReference
electricReference
Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Max power
123.9 kWReference
162.0 kWReference
Power at rated engine speed
160.4 kWReference
174.1 kWReference
Fuel Type
dieselReference
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No of Cylinders
6 cylinderReference
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Rated engine speed
2,100 RPMReference
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Emissions compliance
Tier 4 | selective catalytic reduction (SCR)Reference
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Bore and stroke
4.252x5.276 inchesReference
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Engine
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197.6 kWReference
Power
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197.6 kWReference
Transmission
Transmission
Dyna-VTReference
Dyna-VTReference
Gears
infinite forward and reverseReference
infinite forward and reverse (2-range)Reference
Transmission Type
PowershiftReference
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Wheel Drive
4WDReference
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PTO & Hydraulics
PTO (claimed)
149.1 kWReference
167.8 kWReference
PTO (tested)
175.9 kWReference
195.0 kWReference
Hydraulic system
99.9 LReference
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Type
continuously-variable transmission (CVT)Reference
continuously variable transmission (CVT)Reference
Capacity
99.9 LReference
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Pressure
200.0 barReference
200.0 barReference
Valves
3 to 5Reference
4 to 6Reference
Pump flow
189.2 lpmReference
204.4 lpmReference
SCV flow
92.0 lpmReference
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Rear Type
IIIReference
III/IVNReference
Control
electronic lower-link draft sensingReference
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Rear lift (at ends)
7030 kgReference
11999 kgReference
Front Hitch
IIINReference
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Front lift (at ends)
3607 kgReference
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Drawbar
Cat. 3Reference
Cat 4 (optional)Reference
Rear PTO
independentReference
independentReference
Rear PTO Type
540/540E/1000/1000EReference
1000/1000E (1.75)Reference
Power at rated PTO speed
175.9 kWReference
192.9 kWReference
Capacities
Fuel
431.5 LReference
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Exhaust fluid (DEF)
53.0 LReference
59.8 LReference
Fuel tank
431.5 LReference
628.3 LReference
Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) tank
53 LReference
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Dimensions
Weight
7500 kgReference
10800 kgReference
Front tire
420/90R30Reference
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Rear tire
480/80R46Reference
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Standard tires (ag)
Front: 420/90R30. Rear: 480/80R46Reference
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Bar rear axle
109 by 3002 mmReference
109 by 2997 mmReference
Wheelbase
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309 cmReference
Length
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555 cmReference
Height (cab)
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358 cmReference
Shipping weight
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10800 kgReference
Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Charging system
alternatorReference
alternatorReference
Charging amps
240Reference
240 (twin 120A)Reference
Batteries
2Reference
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Battery CCA
600Reference
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Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Total cold cranking amps
600 CCAReference
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Charging volts
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12Reference
Test results
Fuel use
49.2 l/hourReference
54.5 l/hourReference
Max pull
7493 kgReference
10249 kgReference
General
Make & Model
Massey Ferguson (a part of AGCO)Reference
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Cruise control
AvailableReference
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SCV control
JoystickReference
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Drawbar category
Cat. 3Reference
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Rear Axle Type
BarReference
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Power
Rated Power
240 hpReference
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PTO
PTO Power
200 hpReference
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Rear PTO Power
AvailableReference
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Rear PTO RPM
1,000 RPMReference
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Steering & brakes
Brakes
Wet disc brakesReference
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Steering type
Power steeringReference
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Hydraulics
Pump Rated Output (total)
50 gpmReference
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Hydraulics Type
Closed Center Load SensingReference
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Maximum operating pressure
2,900 psiReference
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Remote Valves
3 to 5 ValvesReference
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Rear Hitch category (SAE designation)
Category IIIReference
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Rear Hitch maximum lift capacity
7,030.7 kgReference
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Rear Hitch Sensing Type
electronic lower-link draft sensingReference
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Front Hitch category (SAE designation)
Category IIINReference
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Dimensions & weight
Overall weight
7,500.1 kgReference
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Wheels & tyres
Rear Wheel Type
480/80R46Reference
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Front Wheel Type
420/90R30.Reference
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Operator station
Cab Availability
AvailableReference
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Seat Suspension
TRUEReference
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Variants
MT655E
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similar Challenger modelReference
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.