John Deere 5420 vs Massey Ferguson 394S

Side-by-side specs comparison

John Deere 5420

John Deere 5420

81 HP · 2001–2004

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Massey Ferguson 394S

Massey Ferguson 394S

81 HP · 1994–1999

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 5420 and the Massey Ferguson 394S deliver the same power: 81 HP.
  • The John Deere 5420 is the more recent model: production started in 2001, versus 1994 for the Massey Ferguson 394S.
  • The Massey Ferguson 394S offers a higher rear lift capacity: 2600 kg versus 1530 kg.

Full specs comparison

John Deere 5420Massey Ferguson 394S
Power81 HP81 HP
Production years2001–20041994–1999
FuelDiesel
Cylinders4
Displacement4.5 L4.1 L
Weight2 399 kg
Drive2WD or 4WD2WD or 4WD
TransmissionGearSynchronized
Gears (fwd/rev)9 / 312 / 4
Rear lift capacity1 530 kg2 600 kg
Wheelbase217 cm207 cm
Length384 cm344 cm
CabYesYes

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere 5420 or the Massey Ferguson 394S?

The John Deere 5420 and the Massey Ferguson 394S deliver the same power: 81 HP.

Which is more recent, the John Deere 5420 or the Massey Ferguson 394S?

The John Deere 5420 is the more recent model: production started in 2001, versus 1994 for the Massey Ferguson 394S.

Which has the higher lift capacity, the John Deere 5420 or the Massey Ferguson 394S?

The Massey Ferguson 394S offers a higher rear lift capacity: 2600 kg versus 1530 kg.

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