International Harvester 686 vs Massey Ferguson 178

Side-by-side specs comparison

International Harvester 686

International Harvester 686

73 HP · 1976–1980

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Massey Ferguson 178

Massey Ferguson 178

73 HP · 1968–1971

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The International Harvester 686 and the Massey Ferguson 178 deliver the same power: 73 HP.
  • The International Harvester 686 is the more recent model: production started in 1976, versus 1968 for the Massey Ferguson 178.
  • The International Harvester 686 is heavier: 3524 kg versus 3119 kg for the Massey Ferguson 178.

Full specs comparison

International Harvester 686Massey Ferguson 178
Power73 HP73 HP
Production years1976–19801968–1971
FuelGasolineDiesel
Cylinders64
Displacement4.8 L4.1 L
Weight3 524 kg3 119 kg
Drive2WD2WD or 4WD
TransmissionPower shiftPartial power shift
Gears (fwd/rev)10 / 212 / 4
Rear lift capacity—1 769 kg
Wheelbase261 cm213 cm
Length411 cm345 cm

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