Massey Ferguson 253 vs Minneapolis-Moline 2 Star

Side-by-side specs comparison

Massey Ferguson 253

Massey Ferguson 253

57 HP · 1988–1998

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Minneapolis-Moline 2 Star

Minneapolis-Moline 2 Star

57 HP · 1958

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Massey Ferguson 253 and the Minneapolis-Moline 2 Star deliver the same power: 57 HP.
  • The Massey Ferguson 253 is the more recent model: production started in 1988, versus 1958 for the Minneapolis-Moline 2 Star.

Full specs comparison

Massey Ferguson 253Minneapolis-Moline 2 Star
Power57 HP57 HP
Production years1988–19981958
FuelDieselGasoline
Cylinders34
Displacement2.5 L3.4 L
Weight1 823 kg
Drive2WD or 4WD
TransmissionGearShuttle
Gears (fwd/rev)8 / 2
Rear lift capacity1 188 kg
Wheelbase193 cm

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Massey Ferguson 253 or the Minneapolis-Moline 2 Star?

The Massey Ferguson 253 and the Minneapolis-Moline 2 Star deliver the same power: 57 HP.

Which is more recent, the Massey Ferguson 253 or the Minneapolis-Moline 2 Star?

The Massey Ferguson 253 is the more recent model: production started in 1988, versus 1958 for the Minneapolis-Moline 2 Star.

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