David Brown 996 vs Massey Ferguson 270

Side-by-side specs comparison

David Brown 996

David Brown 996

62 HP · 1971–1980

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Massey Ferguson 270

Massey Ferguson 270

62 HP · 1983–1986

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The David Brown 996 and the Massey Ferguson 270 deliver the same power: 62 HP.
  • The Massey Ferguson 270 is the more recent model: production started in 1983, versus 1971 for the David Brown 996.

Full specs comparison

David Brown 996Massey Ferguson 270
Power62 HP62 HP
Production years1971–19801983–1986
FuelDieselDiesel
Cylinders44
Displacement3.6 L3.9 L
Weight2 385 kg—
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionSynchronizedPartial power shift
Gears (fwd/rev)12 / 48 / 2
Rear lift capacity1 632 kg—
Wheelbase208 cm213 cm
Length327 cm373 cm
CabYes—

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