John Deere 1030 vs Massey Ferguson 451

Side-by-side specs comparison

John Deere 1030

John Deere 1030

48 HP · 1973–1979

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Massey Ferguson 451

Massey Ferguson 451

48 HP · 2002–2006

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 1030 and the Massey Ferguson 451 deliver the same power: 48 HP.
  • The Massey Ferguson 451 is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1973 for the John Deere 1030.
  • The John Deere 1030 is heavier: 2700 kg versus 2149 kg for the Massey Ferguson 451.
  • The John Deere 1030 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 1825 kg versus 1700 kg.

Full specs comparison

John Deere 1030Massey Ferguson 451
Power48 HP48 HP
Production years1973–19792002–2006
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 700 kg
Wheelbase204 cm198 cm
Length337 cm

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1030 or the Massey Ferguson 451?

The John Deere 1030 and the Massey Ferguson 451 deliver the same power: 48 HP.

Which is more recent, the John Deere 1030 or the Massey Ferguson 451?

The Massey Ferguson 451 is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1973 for the John Deere 1030.

Which is heavier, the John Deere 1030 or the Massey Ferguson 451?

The John Deere 1030 is heavier: 2700 kg versus 2149 kg for the Massey Ferguson 451.

Which has the higher lift capacity, the John Deere 1030 or the Massey Ferguson 451?

The John Deere 1030 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 1825 kg versus 1700 kg.

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