Massey Ferguson 4243 vs SAME Explorer3 85
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Massey Ferguson 4243 and the SAME Explorer3 85 deliver the same power: 85 HP.
- The SAME Explorer3 85 is the more recent model: production started in 2004, versus 1998 for the Massey Ferguson 4243.
- The SAME Explorer3 85 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 4799 kg versus 1968 kg.
Full specs comparison
| Massey Ferguson 4243 | SAME Explorer3 85 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 85 HP | 85 HP |
| Production years | 1998–2001 | 2004–2012 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Displacement | 4 L | 4 L |
| Weight | — | 3 650 kg |
| Drive | 2WD or 4WD | 2WD or 4WD |
| Transmission | Synchronized | Partial power shift |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 8 / 2 | — |
| Rear lift capacity | 1 968 kg | 4 799 kg |
| Wheelbase | 236 cm | 235 cm |
| Length | — | 376 cm |
| Cab | Yes | Yes |