McCormick-Deering WD-9 vs Oliver 88
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The McCormick-Deering WD-9 and the Oliver 88 deliver the same power: 46 HP.
- The Oliver 88 is the more recent model: production started in 1947, versus 1940 for the McCormick-Deering WD-9.
- The McCormick-Deering WD-9 is heavier: 3016 kg versus 2268 kg for the Oliver 88.
Full specs comparison
| McCormick-Deering WD-9 | Oliver 88 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 46 HP | 46 HP |
| Production years | 1940–1954 | 1947–1954 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 4 | 6 |
| Displacement | 5.5 L | 3.8 L |
| Weight | 3 016 kg | 2 268 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 5 / 1 | 6 / 2 |
| Wheelbase | — | 238 cm |
| Length | 340 cm | 360 cm |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the McCormick-Deering WD-9 or the Oliver 88?
The McCormick-Deering WD-9 and the Oliver 88 deliver the same power: 46 HP.
Which is more recent, the McCormick-Deering WD-9 or the Oliver 88?
The Oliver 88 is the more recent model: production started in 1947, versus 1940 for the McCormick-Deering WD-9.
Which is heavier, the McCormick-Deering WD-9 or the Oliver 88?
The McCormick-Deering WD-9 is heavier: 3016 kg versus 2268 kg for the Oliver 88.

