John Deere 4040 vs Massey Ferguson 4260

Side-by-side specs comparison

John Deere 4040

John Deere 4040

100 HP · 1978–1982

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Massey Ferguson 4260

Massey Ferguson 4260

100 HP · 1997–2001

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 4040 and the Massey Ferguson 4260 deliver the same power: 100 HP.
  • The Massey Ferguson 4260 is the more recent model: production started in 1997, versus 1978 for the John Deere 4040.

Full specs comparison

John Deere 4040Massey Ferguson 4260
Power100 HP100 HP
Production years1978–19821997–2001
FuelDieselDiesel
Cylinders66
Displacement6.6 L6 L
Weight3 871 kg
Drive2WD or 4WD2WD or 4WD
TransmissionPartial power shiftShuttle
Gears (fwd/rev)16 / 618 / 6
Rear lift capacity1 957 kg
Wheelbase264 cm261 cm
Length389 cm432 cm
CabYesYes

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere 4040 or the Massey Ferguson 4260?

The John Deere 4040 and the Massey Ferguson 4260 deliver the same power: 100 HP.

Which is more recent, the John Deere 4040 or the Massey Ferguson 4260?

The Massey Ferguson 4260 is the more recent model: production started in 1997, versus 1978 for the John Deere 4040.

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