Farmall Super M vs Sheppard Diesel SD-4
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Farmall Super M and the Sheppard Diesel SD-4 deliver the same power: 51 HP.
- The Sheppard Diesel SD-4 is the more recent model: production started in 1954, versus 1952 for the Farmall Super M.
- The Sheppard Diesel SD-4 is heavier: 2835 kg versus 2541 kg for the Farmall Super M.
Full specs comparison
| Farmall Super M | Sheppard Diesel SD-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 51 HP | 51 HP |
| Production years | 1952–1954 | 1954–1956 |
| Fuel | Propane (LP) | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Displacement | 4.3 L | 5.2 L |
| Weight | 2 541 kg | 2 835 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 5 / 1 | 10 / 2 |
| Wheelbase | 226 cm | 232 cm |
| Length | 341 cm | 357 cm |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Farmall Super M or the Sheppard Diesel SD-4?
The Farmall Super M and the Sheppard Diesel SD-4 deliver the same power: 51 HP.
Which is more recent, the Farmall Super M or the Sheppard Diesel SD-4?
The Sheppard Diesel SD-4 is the more recent model: production started in 1954, versus 1952 for the Farmall Super M.
Which is heavier, the Farmall Super M or the Sheppard Diesel SD-4?
The Sheppard Diesel SD-4 is heavier: 2835 kg versus 2541 kg for the Farmall Super M.