Compare/Massey Ferguson 8260 vs Massey Ferguson 8S.205

Massey Ferguson 8260 vs Massey Ferguson 8S.205

Verdict: Massey Ferguson 8260 vs Massey Ferguson 8S.205

The Massey Ferguson 8260 and the Massey Ferguson 8S.205 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Massey Ferguson 8S.205 leads on rated power with 184 hp against 181 hp. Massey Ferguson 8260 is the lighter machine (8,548 kg vs 19,180 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Massey Ferguson 8S.205 holds more fuel (459.9 L vs 454.2 L) for longer stints between fills. Massey Ferguson 8S.205 is the newer design (2020 vs 1999). In short: choose the Massey Ferguson 8S.205 for outright pulling power, or the Massey Ferguson 8260 if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.

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Rated power

181 hp

184 hp

Confidence

98%

Guide price

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Overview

Manufacturer

Massey FergusonReference

Massey Ferguson (a part of AGCO)Reference

PTO performanceReference

Seven power shift gears in four ranges with dual clutches.Reference

Original price

$108,600Reference

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Differential lock

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automatic front and rearReference

Trailer brakes

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hydraulicReference

Engine

Fuel tank

454.2 LReference

499.6 LReference

Displacement

7.4 LReference

Bore/Stroke

108 x 134 mmReference

Air cleaner

dual paper elementsReference

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Compression

16.5:1Reference

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Rated RPM

2200Reference

1850Reference

Starter volts

12Reference

Coolant capacity

24.6 LReference

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Max power

137.6 kWReference

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Power at rated engine speed

135.2 kWReference

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Exhaust fluid (DEF)

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43.1 LReference

Engine

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151.0 kWReference

Emissions

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Stage 5Reference

Power

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151.0 kWReference

Maximum Power

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165.5 kWReference

Fuel system

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common railReference

Torque

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950.6 NmReference

Torque RPM

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1500Reference

Starter

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electricReference

Transmission

Gears

18 forward and 6 reverseReference

infinite forward and reverseReference

Clutch

electro-hydraulic wet discReference

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Transmission

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Dyna-VTReference

PTO & Hydraulics

PTO (claimed)

134.2 kWReference

137.0 kWReference

PTO (tested)

137.6 kWReference

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Type

full power shiftReference

continuously-variable transmissionReference

Pressure

200.0 barReference

Valves

4Reference

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Pump flow

147.6 lpmReference

205.1 lpmReference

Rear Type

IIIReference

Rear lift (at ends)

10000 kgReference

Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)

7257 kgReference

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Rear PTO

independentReference

Rear PTO Type

1000Reference

1000 (1.75)Reference

Engine RPM

1000@2090Reference

1000@1920Reference

Power at rated PTO speed

137.1 kWReference

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Rear valves

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5Reference

Front valves

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2Reference

Control

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position and draft controlReference

Front lift

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4799 kgReference

Front PTO

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independentReference

Front PTO Type

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1000Reference

Dimensions

Wheelbase

307 cmReference

305 cmReference

Weight

8548 kgReference

19180 to 22046 poundsReference

Front tire

14.9R-28Reference

540/65R30Reference

Rear tire

18.4R-38Reference

650/65R42Reference

Ag front

14.9R-28Reference

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Ag rear

18.4R-38Reference

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Length

515 cmReference

537 cmReference

Height (cab)

307 cmReference

341 cmReference

Height (exhaust)

312 cmReference

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Operating weight

8548 kgReference

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Clearance (drawbar)

43 cmReference

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Standard tires (ag)

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Front: 540/65R30. Rear: 650/65R42Reference

Optional tires (ag)

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Front: 720/55R30. Rear: 900/50R42Reference

Shipping

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8700 kgReference

Operating

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10000 kgReference

Massey Ferguson 8260 attachments

Electrical

Ground

negativeReference

Charging system

alternatorReference

Charging amps

130Reference

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Batteries

2Reference

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Battery CCA

950Reference

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Battery volts

12Reference

Test results

Fuel use

41.3 l/hourReference

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Capacities

Max capacity

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13700 kgReference

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.