Fendt Favorit 600SL vs Steyr 988
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Fendt Favorit 600SL and the Steyr 988 deliver the same power: 85 HP.
- The Fendt Favorit 600SL is the more recent model: production started in 1978, versus 1977 for the Steyr 988.
- The Fendt Favorit 600SL is heavier: 4850 kg versus 3785 kg for the Steyr 988.
- The Fendt Favorit 600SL offers a higher rear lift capacity: 4500 kg versus 3800 kg.
Full specs comparison
| Fendt Favorit 600SL | Steyr 988 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 85 HP | 85 HP |
| Production years | 1978–1979 | 1977–1979 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 6 | 4 |
| Displacement | 5.7 L | 4.4 L |
| Weight | 4 850 kg | 3 785 kg |
| Drive | 2WD or 4WD | 2WD or 4WD |
| Transmission | — | Synchronized |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 12 / 6 | 12 / 6 |
| Rear lift capacity | 4 500 kg | 3 800 kg |
| Wheelbase | 272 cm | 233 cm |
| Length | 464 cm | 388 cm |