International Harvester 786 vs Massey Ferguson 285

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International Harvester 786

International Harvester 786

89 HP · 1980–1981

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Massey Ferguson 285

Massey Ferguson 285

90 HP · 1974–1982

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Massey Ferguson 285 is more powerful than the International Harvester 786: 90 HP versus 89 HP (+1 HP, +1%).
  • The International Harvester 786 is the more recent model: production started in 1980, versus 1974 for the Massey Ferguson 285.
  • The International Harvester 786 is heavier: 5257 kg versus 3470 kg for the Massey Ferguson 285.

Full specs comparison

International Harvester 786Massey Ferguson 285
Power89 HP90 HP
Production years1980–19811974–1982
FuelDiesel
Cylinders64
Displacement5.9 L4.1 L
Weight5 257 kg3 470 kg
Drive2WD2WD or 4WD
TransmissionPower shiftGear
Gears (fwd/rev)16 / 88 / 2
Rear lift capacity1 995 kg
Wheelbase256 cm225 cm
Length419 cm360 cm
CabYes

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the International Harvester 786 or the Massey Ferguson 285?

The Massey Ferguson 285 is more powerful than the International Harvester 786: 90 HP versus 89 HP (+1 HP, +1%).

Which is more recent, the International Harvester 786 or the Massey Ferguson 285?

The International Harvester 786 is the more recent model: production started in 1980, versus 1974 for the Massey Ferguson 285.

Which is heavier, the International Harvester 786 or the Massey Ferguson 285?

The International Harvester 786 is heavier: 5257 kg versus 3470 kg for the Massey Ferguson 285.

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