John Deere 6300 vs Massey Ferguson 285

Side-by-side specs comparison

John Deere 6300

John Deere 6300

90 HP · 1992–1997

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Massey Ferguson 285

Massey Ferguson 285

90 HP · 1974–1982

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 6300 and the Massey Ferguson 285 deliver the same power: 90 HP.
  • The John Deere 6300 is the more recent model: production started in 1992, versus 1974 for the Massey Ferguson 285.
  • The John Deere 6300 is heavier: 4050 kg versus 3470 kg for the Massey Ferguson 285.
  • The John Deere 6300 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 4894 kg versus 1995 kg.

Full specs comparison

John Deere 6300Massey Ferguson 285
Power90 HP90 HP
Production years1992–19971974–1982
FuelDieselDiesel
Cylinders44
Displacement4.5 L4.1 L
Weight4 050 kg3 470 kg
Drive4WD2WD or 4WD
TransmissionSynchronizedGear
Gears (fwd/rev)12 / 48 / 2
Rear lift capacity4 894 kg1 995 kg
Wheelbase240 cm225 cm
Length417 cm360 cm
CabYes

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere 6300 or the Massey Ferguson 285?

The John Deere 6300 and the Massey Ferguson 285 deliver the same power: 90 HP.

Which is more recent, the John Deere 6300 or the Massey Ferguson 285?

The John Deere 6300 is the more recent model: production started in 1992, versus 1974 for the Massey Ferguson 285.

Which is heavier, the John Deere 6300 or the Massey Ferguson 285?

The John Deere 6300 is heavier: 4050 kg versus 3470 kg for the Massey Ferguson 285.

Which has the higher lift capacity, the John Deere 6300 or the Massey Ferguson 285?

The John Deere 6300 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 4894 kg versus 1995 kg.

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