International Harvester 844 vs Massey Ferguson 178

Side-by-side specs comparison

International Harvester 844

International Harvester 844

73 HP · 1974–1980

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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 844 and the Massey Ferguson 178 deliver the same power: 73 HP.
  • The International Harvester 844 is the more recent model: production started in 1974, versus 1968 for the Massey Ferguson 178.
  • The Massey Ferguson 178 is heavier: 3119 kg versus 2859 kg for the International Harvester 844.
  • The International Harvester 844 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 3150 kg versus 1769 kg.

Full specs comparison

International Harvester 844Massey Ferguson 178
Power73 HP73 HP
Production years1974–19801968–1971
FuelDieselDiesel
Cylinders44
Displacement4 L4.1 L
Weight2 859 kg3 119 kg
Drive2WD or 4WD2WD or 4WD
TransmissionPartial power shiftPartial power shift
Gears (fwd/rev)8 / 412 / 4
Rear lift capacity3 150 kg1 769 kg
Wheelbase239 cm213 cm
Length392 cm345 cm

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