John Deere 8440 vs Massey Ferguson 6499
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 8440 and the Massey Ferguson 6499 deliver the same power: 215 HP.
- The Massey Ferguson 6499 is the more recent model: production started in 2008, versus 1979 for the John Deere 8440.
- The Massey Ferguson 6499 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 7121 kg versus 3876 kg.
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 8440 | Massey Ferguson 6499 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 215 HP | 215 HP |
| Production years | 1979–1982 | 2008–2012 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 |
| Displacement | 7.6 L | 7.4 L |
| Weight | 12 061 kg | — |
| Drive | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Partial power shift | Partial power shift |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 16 / 6 | — |
| Rear lift capacity | 3 876 kg | 7 121 kg |
| Wheelbase | 317 cm | 299 cm |
| Length | 567 cm | 543 cm |
| Cab | Yes | Yes |