Fiat-Hesston 55-56 vs Massey Ferguson 253
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Massey Ferguson 253 is more powerful than the Fiat-Hesston 55-56: 57 HP versus 55 HP (+2 HP, +4%).
- The Fiat-Hesston 55-56 is the more recent model: production started in 1990, versus 1988 for the Massey Ferguson 253.
Full specs comparison
| Fiat-Hesston 55-56 | Massey Ferguson 253 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 55 HP | 57 HP |
| Production years | 1990 | 1988–1998 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 3 | 3 |
| Displacement | 2.7 L | 2.5 L |
| Weight | — | 1 823 kg |
| Drive | 2WD or 4WD | 2WD or 4WD |
| Transmission | Partial power shift | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 8 / 2 | 8 / 2 |
| Rear lift capacity | — | 1 188 kg |
| Wheelbase | 205 cm | 193 cm |
| Length | 320 cm | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Fiat-Hesston 55-56 or the Massey Ferguson 253?
The Massey Ferguson 253 is more powerful than the Fiat-Hesston 55-56: 57 HP versus 55 HP (+2 HP, +4%).
Which is more recent, the Fiat-Hesston 55-56 or the Massey Ferguson 253?
The Fiat-Hesston 55-56 is the more recent model: production started in 1990, versus 1988 for the Massey Ferguson 253.

