John Deere 1420 vs Massey Ferguson 1233

Side-by-side specs comparison

John Deere 1420

John Deere 1420

43 HP · 1970–1975

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Massey Ferguson 1233

Massey Ferguson 1233

28 HP · 2001–2002

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 1420 is more powerful than the Massey Ferguson 1233: 43 HP versus 28 HP (+15 HP, +54%).
  • The Massey Ferguson 1233 is the more recent model: production started in 2001, versus 1970 for the John Deere 1420.
  • The John Deere 1420 is heavier: 1065 kg versus 820 kg for the Massey Ferguson 1233.

Full specs comparison

John Deere 1420Massey Ferguson 1233
Power43 HP28 HP
Production years1970–19752001–2002
FuelDieselDiesel
Cylinders33
Displacement2.7 L1.5 L
Weight1 065 kg820 kg
Drive2WD2WD or 4WD
TransmissionGear
Gears (fwd/rev)5 / 19 / 3
Rear lift capacity899 kg
Wheelbase199 cm164 cm
Length339 cm295 cm

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1420 or the Massey Ferguson 1233?

The John Deere 1420 is more powerful than the Massey Ferguson 1233: 43 HP versus 28 HP (+15 HP, +54%).

Which is more recent, the John Deere 1420 or the Massey Ferguson 1233?

The Massey Ferguson 1233 is the more recent model: production started in 2001, versus 1970 for the John Deere 1420.

Which is heavier, the John Deere 1420 or the Massey Ferguson 1233?

The John Deere 1420 is heavier: 1065 kg versus 820 kg for the Massey Ferguson 1233.

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