Farmall Super M vs SFV 401
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Farmall Super M is more powerful than the SFV 401: 51 HP versus 50 HP (+1 HP, +2%).
- The Farmall Super M is the more recent model: production started in 1952, versus 1950 for the SFV 401.
- The SFV 401 is heavier: 3299 kg versus 2541 kg for the Farmall Super M.
Full specs comparison
| Farmall Super M | SFV 401 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 51 HP | 50 HP |
| Production years | 1952–1954 | 1950–1952 |
| Fuel | Propane (LP) | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 4 | 1 |
| Displacement | 4.3 L | 12.8 L |
| Weight | 2 541 kg | 3 299 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 5 / 1 | 5 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 226 cm | 193 cm |
| Length | 341 cm | 344 cm |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Farmall Super M or the SFV 401?
The Farmall Super M is more powerful than the SFV 401: 51 HP versus 50 HP (+1 HP, +2%).
Which is more recent, the Farmall Super M or the SFV 401?
The Farmall Super M is the more recent model: production started in 1952, versus 1950 for the SFV 401.
Which is heavier, the Farmall Super M or the SFV 401?
The SFV 401 is heavier: 3299 kg versus 2541 kg for the Farmall Super M.

