John Deere 1030 vs Massey Ferguson 251XE

Side-by-side specs comparison

John Deere 1030

John Deere 1030

48 HP · 1973–1979

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Massey Ferguson 251XE

Massey Ferguson 251XE

48 HP · 2001–2002

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 1030 and the Massey Ferguson 251XE deliver the same power: 48 HP.
  • The Massey Ferguson 251XE is the more recent model: production started in 2001, versus 1973 for the John Deere 1030.
  • The John Deere 1030 is heavier: 2700 kg versus 2149 kg for the Massey Ferguson 251XE.
  • The John Deere 1030 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 1825 kg versus 1099 kg.

Full specs comparison

John Deere 1030Massey Ferguson 251XE
Power48 HP48 HP
Production years1973–19792001–2002
FuelDieselDiesel
Cylinders33
Displacement2.7 L2.7 L
Weight2 700 kg2 149 kg
Drive2WD2WD or 4WD
TransmissionGearGear
Gears (fwd/rev)8 / 48 / 2
Rear lift capacity1 825 kg1 099 kg
Wheelbase204 cm198 cm
Length337 cm

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1030 or the Massey Ferguson 251XE?

The John Deere 1030 and the Massey Ferguson 251XE deliver the same power: 48 HP.

Which is more recent, the John Deere 1030 or the Massey Ferguson 251XE?

The Massey Ferguson 251XE is the more recent model: production started in 2001, versus 1973 for the John Deere 1030.

Which is heavier, the John Deere 1030 or the Massey Ferguson 251XE?

The John Deere 1030 is heavier: 2700 kg versus 2149 kg for the Massey Ferguson 251XE.

Which has the higher lift capacity, the John Deere 1030 or the Massey Ferguson 251XE?

The John Deere 1030 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 1825 kg versus 1099 kg.

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