Ford FW-40 vs Massey Ferguson 8730S

Side-by-side specs comparison

Ford FW-40

Ford FW-40

295 HP · 1977–1979

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Massey Ferguson 8730S

Massey Ferguson 8730S

295 HP · 2018–2024

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Ford FW-40 and the Massey Ferguson 8730S deliver the same power: 295 HP.
  • The Massey Ferguson 8730S is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1977 for the Ford FW-40.
  • The Ford FW-40 is heavier: 13893 kg versus 10800 kg for the Massey Ferguson 8730S.
  • The Massey Ferguson 8730S offers a higher rear lift capacity: 11999 kg versus 5670 kg.

Full specs comparison

Ford FW-40Massey Ferguson 8730S
Power295 HP295 HP
Production years1977–19792018–2024
FuelDieselDiesel
Cylinders86
Displacement14.8 L8.4 L
Weight13 893 kg10 800 kg
Drive4WD4WD
Gears (fwd/rev)10 / 2
Rear lift capacity5 670 kg11 999 kg
Wheelbase336 cm310 cm
Length678 cm555 cm
CabYesYes

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Ford FW-40 or the Massey Ferguson 8730S?

The Ford FW-40 and the Massey Ferguson 8730S deliver the same power: 295 HP.

Which is more recent, the Ford FW-40 or the Massey Ferguson 8730S?

The Massey Ferguson 8730S is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1977 for the Ford FW-40.

Which is heavier, the Ford FW-40 or the Massey Ferguson 8730S?

The Ford FW-40 is heavier: 13893 kg versus 10800 kg for the Massey Ferguson 8730S.

Which has the higher lift capacity, the Ford FW-40 or the Massey Ferguson 8730S?

The Massey Ferguson 8730S offers a higher rear lift capacity: 11999 kg versus 5670 kg.

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