John Deere 420C vs Massey Ferguson 1040

Side-by-side specs comparison

John Deere 420C

John Deere 420C

32 HP · 1956–1958

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Massey Ferguson 1040

Massey Ferguson 1040

32 HP · 1984–1986

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 420C and the Massey Ferguson 1040 deliver the same power: 32 HP.
  • The Massey Ferguson 1040 is the more recent model: production started in 1984, versus 1956 for the John Deere 420C.

Full specs comparison

John Deere 420CMassey Ferguson 1040
Power32 HP32 HP
Production years1956–19581984–1986
FuelGasolineDiesel
Cylinders23
Displacement1.9 L2 L
Weight1 519 kg
Drive2WD or 4WD
TransmissionSynchronizedGear
Gears (fwd/rev)4 / 112 / 3
Rear lift capacity784 kg
Wheelbase177 cm
Length292 cm

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere 420C or the Massey Ferguson 1040?

The John Deere 420C and the Massey Ferguson 1040 deliver the same power: 32 HP.

Which is more recent, the John Deere 420C or the Massey Ferguson 1040?

The Massey Ferguson 1040 is the more recent model: production started in 1984, versus 1956 for the John Deere 420C.

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