Lanz 500 vs Massey Ferguson 42
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Lanz 500 and the Massey Ferguson 42 deliver the same power: 42 HP.
- The Massey Ferguson 42 is the more recent model: production started in 1962, versus 1960 for the Lanz 500.
- The Lanz 500 is heavier: 2063 kg versus 1650 kg for the Massey Ferguson 42.
Full specs comparison
| Lanz 500 | Massey Ferguson 42 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 42 HP | 42 HP |
| Production years | 1960–1966 | 1962–1965 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Displacement | 2.4 L | 2.5 L |
| Weight | 2 063 kg | 1 650 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 10 / 3 | 6 / 2 |
| Wheelbase | 188 cm | 183 cm |
| Length | 332 cm | 299 cm |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Lanz 500 or the Massey Ferguson 42?
The Lanz 500 and the Massey Ferguson 42 deliver the same power: 42 HP.
Which is more recent, the Lanz 500 or the Massey Ferguson 42?
The Massey Ferguson 42 is the more recent model: production started in 1962, versus 1960 for the Lanz 500.
Which is heavier, the Lanz 500 or the Massey Ferguson 42?
The Lanz 500 is heavier: 2063 kg versus 1650 kg for the Massey Ferguson 42.

