John Deere 4840 vs Massey Ferguson 8260

Side-by-side specs comparison

John Deere 4840

John Deere 4840

200 HP · 1978–1982

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Massey Ferguson 8260

Massey Ferguson 8260

200 HP · 1999–2003

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 4840 and the Massey Ferguson 8260 deliver the same power: 200 HP.
  • The Massey Ferguson 8260 is the more recent model: production started in 1999, versus 1978 for the John Deere 4840.
  • The Massey Ferguson 8260 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 7257 kg versus 3762 kg.

Full specs comparison

John Deere 4840Massey Ferguson 8260
Power200 HP200 HP
Production years1978–19821999–2003
FuelDieselDiesel
Cylinders66
Displacement7.6 L7.4 L
Weight8 548 kg
Drive2WD4WD
TransmissionPower shiftPower shift
Gears (fwd/rev)8 / 418 / 6
Rear lift capacity3 762 kg7 257 kg
Wheelbase300 cm307 cm
Length449 cm
CabYesYes

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere 4840 or the Massey Ferguson 8260?

The John Deere 4840 and the Massey Ferguson 8260 deliver the same power: 200 HP.

Which is more recent, the John Deere 4840 or the Massey Ferguson 8260?

The Massey Ferguson 8260 is the more recent model: production started in 1999, versus 1978 for the John Deere 4840.

Which has the higher lift capacity, the John Deere 4840 or the Massey Ferguson 8260?

The Massey Ferguson 8260 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 7257 kg versus 3762 kg.

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