John Deere 2850 vs Massey Ferguson 698

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John Deere 2850

John Deere 2850

86 HP · 1986–1994

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Massey Ferguson 698

Massey Ferguson 698

86 HP · 1983–1986

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 2850 and the Massey Ferguson 698 deliver the same power: 86 HP.
  • The John Deere 2850 is the more recent model: production started in 1986, versus 1983 for the Massey Ferguson 698.
  • The Massey Ferguson 698 is heavier: 4508 kg versus 3489 kg for the John Deere 2850.
  • The John Deere 2850 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 3630 kg versus 2013 kg.

Full specs comparison

John Deere 2850Massey Ferguson 698
Power86 HP86 HP
Production years1986–19941983–1986
FuelDieselDiesel
Cylinders44
Displacement3.9 L5.2 L
Weight3 489 kg4 508 kg
Drive2WD or 4WD2WD or 4WD
TransmissionPower shift
Gears (fwd/rev)16 / 812 / 4
Rear lift capacity3 630 kg2 013 kg
Wheelbase226 cm243 cm
Length424 cm
CabYesYes

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