Leyland 285 vs Massey Ferguson 4243
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Leyland 285 and the Massey Ferguson 4243 deliver the same power: 85 HP.
- The Massey Ferguson 4243 is the more recent model: production started in 1998, versus 1972 for the Leyland 285.
- The Leyland 285 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 2721 kg versus 1968 kg.
Full specs comparison
| Leyland 285 | Massey Ferguson 4243 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 85 HP | 85 HP |
| Production years | 1972–1980 | 1998–2001 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 6 | 4 |
| Displacement | 5.6 L | 4 L |
| Weight | 3 628 kg | — |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD or 4WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Synchronized |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 10 / 2 | 8 / 2 |
| Rear lift capacity | 2 721 kg | 1 968 kg |
| Wheelbase | — | 236 cm |
| Cab | Yes | Yes |