Fendt Farmer 409 Vario vs Massey Ferguson 298
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Fendt Farmer 409 Vario and the Massey Ferguson 298 deliver the same power: 86 HP.
- The Fendt Farmer 409 Vario is the more recent model: production started in 1999, versus 1983 for the Massey Ferguson 298.
- The Fendt Farmer 409 Vario offers a higher rear lift capacity: 6569 kg versus 2013 kg.
Full specs comparison
| Fendt Farmer 409 Vario | Massey Ferguson 298 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 86 HP | 86 HP |
| Production years | 1999–2006 | 1983–1986 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Displacement | 3.8 L | 5.2 L |
| Weight | 5 069 kg | — |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD or 4WD |
| Transmission | CVT | Partial power shift |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 8 / 2 |
| Rear lift capacity | 6 569 kg | 2 013 kg |
| Wheelbase | 241 cm | 243 cm |
| Length | 418 cm | 407 cm |
| Cab | Yes | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Fendt Farmer 409 Vario or the Massey Ferguson 298?
The Fendt Farmer 409 Vario and the Massey Ferguson 298 deliver the same power: 86 HP.
Which is more recent, the Fendt Farmer 409 Vario or the Massey Ferguson 298?
The Fendt Farmer 409 Vario is the more recent model: production started in 1999, versus 1983 for the Massey Ferguson 298.
Which has the higher lift capacity, the Fendt Farmer 409 Vario or the Massey Ferguson 298?
The Fendt Farmer 409 Vario offers a higher rear lift capacity: 6569 kg versus 2013 kg.
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