SPECS / COMPARISON
John Deere 4720 vs Massey Ferguson 1742
A detailed comparison of the John Deere 4720 and the Massey Ferguson 1742. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
John Deere 472043.3 kW (2005-2008: 58.1 HP)
Massey Ferguson 174231.0 kW (41.6 HP)
Weight
John Deere 47201970.0 kg (ROPS: 3725.8 lbs (1690.0 kg) Cab: 4343.1 lbs)
Massey Ferguson 17421845.0 kg (ROPS: 3637.6 lbs (1650.0 kg) Cab: 4067.5 lbs)
Lift Capacity
John Deere 47201134.0 kg (2500.0 lbs)
Massey Ferguson 17421150.0 kg (2535.3 lbs)
| Specification | John Deere 4720 Compact and Multi-Purpose Tractors | Massey Ferguson 1742 Compact and Multi-Purpose Tractors |
|---|---|---|
| Tractor Type | Compact Utility Tractor | Compact Utility Tractor |
| Horsepower | 43.3 kW (2005-2008: 58.1 HP) | 31.0 kW (41.6 HP) |
| Weight | 1970.0 kg (ROPS: 3725.8 lbs (1690.0 kg) Cab: 4343.1 lbs) | 1845.0 kg (ROPS: 3637.6 lbs (1650.0 kg) Cab: 4067.5 lbs) |
| Lift Capacity | 1134.0 kg (2500.0 lbs) | 1150.0 kg (2535.3 lbs) |
| Transmission Type | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Length | 325.0 cm (128.0 in.) | 331.0 cm (130.3 in.) |
| Pump Flow | 45.4 LPM (12.0 GPM) | — |
| Years Made | 2005-2014 | 2013-2018 |
| Engine Model | John Deere 4024T | Mitsubishi K38 |
| Engine Type | 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline | 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Displacement | 2440 cc (148.9 cu in.) | 1655 cc (101.0 cu in.) |
| Bore | 8.61 cm (3.39 in.) | 8.61 cm (3.39 in.) |
| Stroke | 10.49 cm (4.13 in.) | 9.50 cm (3.74 in.) |
| Rear PTO Type | Independent | Independent with electro-hydraulic clutch |
| Rear PTO Speed | 540 RPMOptional after 2009: 540/540E RPM | 540 RPM |
| Middle PTO Type | Independent | Optional |
| Middle PTO Speed | 2100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque Power | 1440 RPM | — |
| Torque Speed | 210.2 N·m (2005-2008: : 155.0 lb-ft) | — |
| Rated RPM | 49.2 kW (2400 RPM2009-2014: 66.0 HP) | 2500 RPM |
| Compression Ratio | 20.5:1 | — |
| Battery | 12 V, CCA 770A | 12 V |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Height | 246.0 cm (96.9 in.) | 231.0 cm (Cab Height: 90.9 in.) |
| Wheelbase | 181.0 cm (71.3 in.) | 180.0 cm (70.9 in.) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52.0 l (ROPS: 14.5 gal (54.9 l) Cab: 13.7 gal) | 54.9 l (14.5 gal) |
| Oil Capacity | 7.5 l (2.0 gal) | — |
| Coolant Capacity | 8.3 l (ROPS: 1.6 gal (6.1 l) Cab: 2.2 gal) | — |
| Transmission Oil Capacity | 36.3 l (9.6 gal) | — |
| Hydraulic Capacity | 36.3 l (9.6 gal) | — |
| Front Hubs Capacity | 5.0 l (Front axle: 1.3 gal) | — |
| Transmission Model | eHydro | — |
| Gears | Infinite forward and reverse | Infinite forward and reverse |
| Chassis | 4×4 MFWD 4WD | 4×4 MFWD 4WD |
| Max. Travel Speed | 27.2 km/h (Forward: 16.9 MPH (27.2 km/h) Reverse: 16.9 MPH) | — |
| Brakes | Wet disc | Wet disc |
| Drawbar Category | I | I |
| Cabin Type | Two-post foldable ROPS or Cab . | Two-post folding ROPS or Cab |
| Steering Type | Hydrostatic power | Power |
| Front Tires | Ag: 8.00-16 | Ag: 12.4×24Lawn/turf: 27×8.50-15 |
| Rear Tires | Ag: 13.6-28 | Ag: 13.6×24Lawn/turf: 41×14.00-20 |
| Hydraulic Type | Open center | Open center gear pump |
| Total Flow | 64.7 LPM (17.1 GPM) | — |
| Steering Flow | 19.3 LPM (5.1 GPM) | — |
| Working Pressure | 172.4 bar (2500.0 psi) | — |
| Width | — | 163.0 cm (64.2 in.) |
| Final Drive | — | Bull gear |
| Hitch Type | — | Position control, draft-control |
| SCV Flow | — | 43.9 LPM (11.6 GPM) |
| Valves | — | 1 to 3 |
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