International Harvester 523 vs Massey Ferguson 1180

Side-by-side specs comparison

International Harvester 523

International Harvester 523

52 HP · 1965–1972

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Massey Ferguson 1180

Massey Ferguson 1180

52 HP · 1992–1999

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The International Harvester 523 and the Massey Ferguson 1180 deliver the same power: 52 HP.
  • The Massey Ferguson 1180 is the more recent model: production started in 1992, versus 1965 for the International Harvester 523.
  • The International Harvester 523 is heavier: 2440 kg versus 1974 kg for the Massey Ferguson 1180.
  • The Massey Ferguson 1180 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 2199 kg versus 1700 kg.

Full specs comparison

International Harvester 523Massey Ferguson 1180
Power52 HP52 HP
Production years1965–19721992–1999
FuelDieselDiesel
Cylinders34
Displacement2.9 L2.8 L
Weight2 440 kg1 974 kg
Drive2WD or 4WD4WD
TransmissionPartial power shiftShuttle
Gears (fwd/rev)8 / 4—
Rear lift capacity1 700 kg2 199 kg
Wheelbase199 cm202 cm
Length304 cm346 cm

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