David Brown 4600 vs Massey Ferguson 142

Side-by-side specs comparison

David Brown 4600

David Brown 4600

51 HP · 1968–1971

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Massey Ferguson 142

Massey Ferguson 142

52 HP · 1970–1980

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Massey Ferguson 142 is more powerful than the David Brown 4600: 52 HP versus 51 HP (+1 HP, +2%).
  • The Massey Ferguson 142 is the more recent model: production started in 1970, versus 1968 for the David Brown 4600.
  • The Massey Ferguson 142 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 1000 kg versus 816 kg.

Full specs comparison

David Brown 4600Massey Ferguson 142
Power51 HP52 HP
Production years1968–19711970–1980
FuelGasolineDiesel
Cylinders33
Displacement2.7 L2.9 L
Weight1 950 kg
Drive2WD2WD or 4WD
TransmissionGear
Gears (fwd/rev)6 / 28 / 1
Rear lift capacity816 kg1 000 kg
Wheelbase202 cm198 cm
Length308 cm

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the David Brown 4600 or the Massey Ferguson 142?

The Massey Ferguson 142 is more powerful than the David Brown 4600: 52 HP versus 51 HP (+1 HP, +2%).

Which is more recent, the David Brown 4600 or the Massey Ferguson 142?

The Massey Ferguson 142 is the more recent model: production started in 1970, versus 1968 for the David Brown 4600.

Which has the higher lift capacity, the David Brown 4600 or the Massey Ferguson 142?

The Massey Ferguson 142 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 1000 kg versus 816 kg.

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