David Brown 1490 vs Massey Ferguson 6245

Side-by-side specs comparison

David Brown 1490

David Brown 1490

83 HP · 1980–1983

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Massey Ferguson 6245

Massey Ferguson 6245

83 HP · 1999–2003

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The David Brown 1490 and the Massey Ferguson 6245 deliver the same power: 83 HP.
  • The Massey Ferguson 6245 is the more recent model: production started in 1999, versus 1980 for the David Brown 1490.
  • The Massey Ferguson 6245 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 3175 kg versus 1995 kg.

Full specs comparison

David Brown 1490Massey Ferguson 6245
Power83 HP83 HP
Production years1980–19831999–2003
FuelDieselDiesel
Cylinders44
Displacement3.6 L4 L
Weight4 229 kg
Drive2WD or 4WD2WD or 4WD
TransmissionSynchronizedPower shift
Gears (fwd/rev)12 / 4
Rear lift capacity1 995 kg3 175 kg
Wheelbase224 cm246 cm
Length363 cm
CabYesYes

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the David Brown 1490 or the Massey Ferguson 6245?

The David Brown 1490 and the Massey Ferguson 6245 deliver the same power: 83 HP.

Which is more recent, the David Brown 1490 or the Massey Ferguson 6245?

The Massey Ferguson 6245 is the more recent model: production started in 1999, versus 1980 for the David Brown 1490.

Which has the higher lift capacity, the David Brown 1490 or the Massey Ferguson 6245?

The Massey Ferguson 6245 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 3175 kg versus 1995 kg.

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