Allis Chalmers 8050 vs Massey Ferguson 6490

Side-by-side specs comparison

Allis Chalmers 8050

Allis Chalmers 8050

169 HP · 1982–1985

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Massey Ferguson 6490

Massey Ferguson 6490

168 HP · 2004–2012

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Allis Chalmers 8050 is more powerful than the Massey Ferguson 6490: 169 HP versus 168 HP (+1 HP, +1%).
  • The Massey Ferguson 6490 is the more recent model: production started in 2004, versus 1982 for the Allis Chalmers 8050.
  • The Massey Ferguson 6490 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 6912 kg versus 3030 kg.

Full specs comparison

Allis Chalmers 8050Massey Ferguson 6490
Power169 HP168 HP
Production years1982–19852004–2012
FuelDieselDiesel
Cylinders66
Displacement7 L6.6 L
Drive2WD or 4WD2WD or 4WD
TransmissionPartial power shiftPower shift
Gears (fwd/rev)20 / 4
Rear lift capacity3 030 kg6 912 kg
Wheelbase269 cm305 cm
Length474 cm502 cm
CabYesYes

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Allis Chalmers 8050 or the Massey Ferguson 6490?

The Allis Chalmers 8050 is more powerful than the Massey Ferguson 6490: 169 HP versus 168 HP (+1 HP, +1%).

Which is more recent, the Allis Chalmers 8050 or the Massey Ferguson 6490?

The Massey Ferguson 6490 is the more recent model: production started in 2004, versus 1982 for the Allis Chalmers 8050.

Which has the higher lift capacity, the Allis Chalmers 8050 or the Massey Ferguson 6490?

The Massey Ferguson 6490 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 6912 kg versus 3030 kg.

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