Deutz 450 vs Massey Ferguson 231S
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Deutz 450 and the Massey Ferguson 231S deliver the same power: 45 HP.
- The Massey Ferguson 231S is the more recent model: production started in 1999, versus 1968 for the Deutz 450.
- The Deutz 450 is heavier: 2100 kg versus 1868 kg for the Massey Ferguson 231S.
Full specs comparison
| Deutz 450 | Massey Ferguson 231S | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 45 HP | 45 HP |
| Production years | 1968–1981 | 1999–2003 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 3 | 3 |
| Displacement | 2.2 L | 2.7 L |
| Weight | 2 100 kg | 1 868 kg |
| Drive | 2WD or 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | — | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 8 / 2 | 8 / 2 |
| Rear lift capacity | 1 400 kg | — |
| Wheelbase | 197 cm | 188 cm |
| Length | 321 cm | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Deutz 450 or the Massey Ferguson 231S?
The Deutz 450 and the Massey Ferguson 231S deliver the same power: 45 HP.
Which is more recent, the Deutz 450 or the Massey Ferguson 231S?
The Massey Ferguson 231S is the more recent model: production started in 1999, versus 1968 for the Deutz 450.
Which is heavier, the Deutz 450 or the Massey Ferguson 231S?
The Deutz 450 is heavier: 2100 kg versus 1868 kg for the Massey Ferguson 231S.

