John Deere 4850 vs Massey Ferguson 7497

Side-by-side specs comparison

John Deere 4850

John Deere 4850

207 HP · 1983–1988

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Massey Ferguson 7497

Massey Ferguson 7497

205 HP · 2009–2012

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 4850 is more powerful than the Massey Ferguson 7497: 207 HP versus 205 HP (+2 HP, +1%).
  • The Massey Ferguson 7497 is the more recent model: production started in 2009, versus 1983 for the John Deere 4850.
  • The John Deere 4850 is heavier: 8491 kg versus 8021 kg for the Massey Ferguson 7497.
  • The Massey Ferguson 7497 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 7321 kg versus 4354 kg.

Full specs comparison

John Deere 4850Massey Ferguson 7497
Power207 HP205 HP
Production years1983–19882009–2012
FuelDieselDiesel
Cylinders66
Displacement7.6 L7.4 L
Weight8 491 kg8 021 kg
Drive2WD or 4WD4WD
TransmissionPower shiftCVT
Gears (fwd/rev)15 / 4
Rear lift capacity4 354 kg7 321 kg
Wheelbase300 cm299 cm
Length456 cm533 cm
CabYesYes

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere 4850 or the Massey Ferguson 7497?

The John Deere 4850 is more powerful than the Massey Ferguson 7497: 207 HP versus 205 HP (+2 HP, +1%).

Which is more recent, the John Deere 4850 or the Massey Ferguson 7497?

The Massey Ferguson 7497 is the more recent model: production started in 2009, versus 1983 for the John Deere 4850.

Which is heavier, the John Deere 4850 or the Massey Ferguson 7497?

The John Deere 4850 is heavier: 8491 kg versus 8021 kg for the Massey Ferguson 7497.

Which has the higher lift capacity, the John Deere 4850 or the Massey Ferguson 7497?

The Massey Ferguson 7497 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 7321 kg versus 4354 kg.

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