Farmall 544 vs Massey Ferguson 165
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Massey Ferguson 165 is more powerful than the Farmall 544: 58 HP versus 57 HP (+1 HP, +2%).
- The Farmall 544 is the more recent model: production started in 1968, versus 1965 for the Massey Ferguson 165.
Full specs comparison
| Farmall 544 | Massey Ferguson 165 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 57 HP | 58 HP |
| Production years | 1968–1973 | 1965–1979 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Displacement | 3.3 L | 3.5 L |
| Weight | — | 2 030 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Partial power shift |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 5 / 1 | 12 / 4 |
| Rear lift capacity | — | 1 292 kg |
| Wheelbase | 228 cm | 208 cm |
| Length | 373 cm | 335 cm |
| Cab | Yes | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Farmall 544 or the Massey Ferguson 165?
The Massey Ferguson 165 is more powerful than the Farmall 544: 58 HP versus 57 HP (+1 HP, +2%).
Which is more recent, the Farmall 544 or the Massey Ferguson 165?
The Farmall 544 is the more recent model: production started in 1968, versus 1965 for the Massey Ferguson 165.

