John Deere 1040 vs Massey-Harris 444

Side-by-side specs comparison

John Deere 1040

John Deere 1040

53 HP · 1980–1987

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Massey-Harris 444

Massey-Harris 444

53 HP · 1956–1958

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 1040 and the Massey-Harris 444 deliver the same power: 53 HP.
  • The John Deere 1040 is the more recent model: production started in 1980, versus 1956 for the Massey-Harris 444.
  • The Massey-Harris 444 is heavier: 2948 kg versus 2770 kg for the John Deere 1040.

Full specs comparison

John Deere 1040Massey-Harris 444
Power53 HP53 HP
Production years1980–19871956–1958
FuelDieselGasoline
Cylinders34
Displacement2.9 L4.5 L
Weight2 770 kg2 948 kg
Drive2WD or 4WD2WD
TransmissionGearGear
Gears (fwd/rev)8 / 410 / 2
Rear lift capacity1 835 kg
Wheelbase204 cm223 cm
Length350 cm
CabYes

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1040 or the Massey-Harris 444?

The John Deere 1040 and the Massey-Harris 444 deliver the same power: 53 HP.

Which is more recent, the John Deere 1040 or the Massey-Harris 444?

The John Deere 1040 is the more recent model: production started in 1980, versus 1956 for the Massey-Harris 444.

Which is heavier, the John Deere 1040 or the Massey-Harris 444?

The Massey-Harris 444 is heavier: 2948 kg versus 2770 kg for the John Deere 1040.

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