John Deere 3050 vs Massey Ferguson 285

Side-by-side specs comparison

John Deere 3050

John Deere 3050

90 HP · 1986–1993

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Massey Ferguson 285

Massey Ferguson 285

90 HP · 1974–1982

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 3050 and the Massey Ferguson 285 deliver the same power: 90 HP.
  • The John Deere 3050 is the more recent model: production started in 1986, versus 1974 for the Massey Ferguson 285.
  • The John Deere 3050 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 4076 kg versus 1995 kg.

Full specs comparison

John Deere 3050Massey Ferguson 285
Power90 HP90 HP
Production years1986–19931974–1982
FuelDieselDiesel
Cylinders64
Displacement5.9 L4.1 L
Weight3 470 kg
Drive2WD or 4WD2WD or 4WD
TransmissionPower shiftGear
Gears (fwd/rev)16 / 88 / 2
Rear lift capacity4 076 kg1 995 kg
Wheelbase255 cm225 cm
Length467 cm360 cm
CabYes

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere 3050 or the Massey Ferguson 285?

The John Deere 3050 and the Massey Ferguson 285 deliver the same power: 90 HP.

Which is more recent, the John Deere 3050 or the Massey Ferguson 285?

The John Deere 3050 is the more recent model: production started in 1986, versus 1974 for the Massey Ferguson 285.

Which has the higher lift capacity, the John Deere 3050 or the Massey Ferguson 285?

The John Deere 3050 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 4076 kg versus 1995 kg.

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