John Deere 2840 vs Massey Ferguson 285

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John Deere 2840

John Deere 2840

89 HP · 1977–1979

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Massey Ferguson 285

Massey Ferguson 285

90 HP · 1974–1982

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Massey Ferguson 285 is more powerful than the John Deere 2840: 90 HP versus 89 HP (+1 HP, +1%).
  • The John Deere 2840 is the more recent model: production started in 1977, versus 1974 for the Massey Ferguson 285.
  • The John Deere 2840 is heavier: 3946 kg versus 3470 kg for the Massey Ferguson 285.

Full specs comparison

John Deere 2840Massey Ferguson 285
Power89 HP90 HP
Production years1977–19791974–1982
FuelDieselDiesel
Cylinders64
Displacement5.4 L4.1 L
Weight3 946 kg3 470 kg
Drive2WD2WD or 4WD
TransmissionPower shiftGear
Gears (fwd/rev)12 / 68 / 2
Rear lift capacity1 995 kg
Wheelbase246 cm225 cm
Length406 cm360 cm

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere 2840 or the Massey Ferguson 285?

The Massey Ferguson 285 is more powerful than the John Deere 2840: 90 HP versus 89 HP (+1 HP, +1%).

Which is more recent, the John Deere 2840 or the Massey Ferguson 285?

The John Deere 2840 is the more recent model: production started in 1977, versus 1974 for the Massey Ferguson 285.

Which is heavier, the John Deere 2840 or the Massey Ferguson 285?

The John Deere 2840 is heavier: 3946 kg versus 3470 kg for the Massey Ferguson 285.

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