Farmall Hydro 70 vs Massey Ferguson 285

Side-by-side specs comparison

Farmall Hydro 70

Farmall Hydro 70

90 HP · 1973–1976

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Massey Ferguson 285

Massey Ferguson 285

90 HP · 1974–1982

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Farmall Hydro 70 and the Massey Ferguson 285 deliver the same power: 90 HP.
  • The Massey Ferguson 285 is the more recent model: production started in 1974, versus 1973 for the Farmall Hydro 70.
  • The Farmall Hydro 70 is heavier: 3719 kg versus 3470 kg for the Massey Ferguson 285.

Full specs comparison

Farmall Hydro 70Massey Ferguson 285
Power90 HP90 HP
Production years1973–19761974–1982
FuelDieselDiesel
Cylinders64
Displacement5.1 L4.1 L
Weight3 719 kg3 470 kg
Drive2WD2WD or 4WD
TransmissionHydrostaticGear
Gears (fwd/rev)8 / 2
Rear lift capacity1 995 kg
Wheelbase261 cm225 cm
Length408 cm360 cm

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Farmall Hydro 70 or the Massey Ferguson 285?

The Farmall Hydro 70 and the Massey Ferguson 285 deliver the same power: 90 HP.

Which is more recent, the Farmall Hydro 70 or the Massey Ferguson 285?

The Massey Ferguson 285 is the more recent model: production started in 1974, versus 1973 for the Farmall Hydro 70.

Which is heavier, the Farmall Hydro 70 or the Massey Ferguson 285?

The Farmall Hydro 70 is heavier: 3719 kg versus 3470 kg for the Massey Ferguson 285.

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