International Harvester 553 vs Massey Ferguson 142

Side-by-side specs comparison

International Harvester 553

International Harvester 553

52 HP · 1972–1974

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Massey Ferguson 142

Massey Ferguson 142

52 HP · 1970–1980

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The International Harvester 553 and the Massey Ferguson 142 deliver the same power: 52 HP.
  • The International Harvester 553 is the more recent model: production started in 1972, versus 1970 for the Massey Ferguson 142.
  • The International Harvester 553 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 2000 kg versus 1000 kg.

Full specs comparison

International Harvester 553Massey Ferguson 142
Power52 HP52 HP
Production years1972–19741970–1980
FuelDieselDiesel
Cylinders33
Displacement2.9 L2.9 L
Weight2 698 kg—
Drive2WD or 4WD2WD or 4WD
TransmissionPartial power shift—
Gears (fwd/rev)8 / 48 / 1
Rear lift capacity2 000 kg1 000 kg
Wheelbase199 cm198 cm
Length342 cm—

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