SPECS / COMPARISON
Massey Ferguson 1260 vs John Deere 4500
A detailed comparison of the Massey Ferguson 1260 and the John Deere 4500. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
Massey Ferguson 126029.8 kW (39.9 HP)
John Deere 450029.1 kW (39.1 HP)
Weight
Massey Ferguson 12601450.0 kg (3196.7 lbs)
John Deere 45001565.0 kg (3450.2 lbs)
Lift Capacity
Massey Ferguson 12601300.0 kg (2866.0 lbs)
John Deere 45001135.0 kg (2502.2 lbs)
| Specification | Massey Ferguson 1260 Compact and Multi-Purpose Tractors | John Deere 4500 Compact and Multi-Purpose Tractors |
|---|---|---|
| Tractor Type | Compact Utility Tractor | Compact Utility Tractor |
| Horsepower | 29.8 kW (39.9 HP) | 29.1 kW (39.1 HP) |
| Weight | 1450.0 kg (3196.7 lbs) | 1565.0 kg (3450.2 lbs) |
| Lift Capacity | 1300.0 kg (2866.0 lbs) | 1135.0 kg (2502.2 lbs) |
| Transmission Type | Synchro shuttle with dry disc clutch | Unsynchronized gear with dry disc clutch |
| Length | 309.0 cm (121.7 in.) | 342.0 cm (134.6 in.) |
| Pump Flow | 23.8 LPM (6.3 GPM) | 37.5 LPM (9.9 GPM) |
| Years Made | 1992-2002 | 1998-2001 |
| Engine Model | Iseki E3CD | Yanmar 4TNE84 |
| Engine Type | 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline | 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 3 | 4 |
| Displacement | 1497 cc (91.4 cu in.) | 1999 cc (122.0 cu in.) |
| Bore | 8.71 cm (3.43 in.) | 8.41 cm (3.31 in.) |
| Stroke | 8.41 cm (3.31 in.) | 8.99 cm (3.54 in.) |
| Rear PTO Type | Independent with electro-hydraulic clutch | Independent |
| Rear PTO Speed | 540 RPM | 540 RPM |
| Middle PTO Type | Independent with electro-hydraulic clutch | Independent |
| Middle PTO Speed | 1925 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque Power | 1600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Torque Speed | 118.0 N·m (87.0 lb-ft) | 124.8 N·m (92.0 lb-ft) |
| Rated RPM | 2600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Compression Ratio | 21.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Battery | 12 V | 12 V, CCA 650A |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Height | 219.0 cm (86.2 in.) | 247.0 cm (97.2 in.) |
| Width | 142.0 cm (55.9 in.) | — |
| Wheelbase | 172.0 cm (67.7 in.) | 181.0 cm (71.3 in.) |
| Ground Clearance | 33.0 cm (13.0 in.) | — |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30.0 l (7.9 gal) | 47.3 l (12.5 gal) |
| Coolant Capacity | 6.5 l (1.7 gal) | 6.8 l (1.8 gal) |
| Hydraulic Capacity | 25.0 l (6.6 gal) | — |
| Gears | 16 forward and 16 reverse | 9 forward and 3 reverse |
| Chassis | 4×4 MFWD 4WD | 4×2 2WD or 4×4 MFWD 4WD |
| Max. Travel Speed | 26.1 km/h (Forward: 16.2 MPH) | 15.3 km/h (Forward: 15.5 MPH (24.9 km/h) Reverse: 9.5 MPH) |
| Brakes | Wet disc | Wet disc |
| Drawbar Category | I | I |
| Cabin Type | Two-post foldable ROPS | Two-post ROPS |
| Hitch Type | Position and draft control | — |
| Steering Type | Power assist | Power |
| Front Tires | Ag: 8.00-16 | Ag: 6.00-16 |
| Rear Tires | Ag: 13.6-24 | Ag: 13.6-24 |
| Hydraulic Type | Open center | Open center |
| Total Flow | 36.3 LPM (9.6 GPM) | 55.6 LPM (14.7 GPM) |
| Oil Capacity | — | 4.8 l (1.3 gal) |
| Transmission Oil Capacity | — | 25.7 l (6.8 gal) |
| Transmission Model | — | Collar Shift |
| Differential Lock | — | Mechanical |
| Steering Flow | — | 18.2 LPM (4.8 GPM) |
| Working Pressure | — | 172.4 bar (2500.0 psi) |
| Valves | — | 3 |
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