Ford 5600 vs Massey Ferguson 590
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Ford 5600 and the Massey Ferguson 590 deliver the same power: 75 HP.
- The Ford 5600 is the more recent model: production started in 1982, versus 1977 for the Massey Ferguson 590.
- The Massey Ferguson 590 is heavier: 3020 kg versus 2590 kg for the Ford 5600.
- The Massey Ferguson 590 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 2222 kg versus 1876 kg.
Full specs comparison
| Ford 5600 | Massey Ferguson 590 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 75 HP | 75 HP |
| Production years | 1982–1984 | 1977–1982 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Displacement | 4.2 L | 4.1 L |
| Weight | 2 590 kg | 3 020 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD or 4WD |
| Transmission | — | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 8 / 2 | 8 / 2 |
| Rear lift capacity | 1 876 kg | 2 222 kg |
| Wheelbase | 221 cm | 228 cm |
| Length | 359 cm | 388 cm |
| Cab | — | Yes |