SPECS / COMPARISON
Massey Ferguson 158 vs David Brown 1290
A detailed comparison of the Massey Ferguson 158 and the David Brown 1290. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Weight
Massey Ferguson 1582460.0 kg (5423.4 lbs)
David Brown 12902445.0 kg (5390.3 lbs)
| Specification | Massey Ferguson 158 Agricultural Tractors | David Brown 1290 Agricultural Tractors |
|---|---|---|
| Tractor Type | Row-Crop Tractor | Utility Tractor |
| Horsepower | 46.2 kW (61.9 HP) | — |
| Weight | 2460.0 kg (5423.4 lbs) | 2445.0 kg (5390.3 lbs) |
| Lift Capacity | 1880.0 kg (4144.7 lbs) | — |
| Length | 351.0 cm (138.2 in.) | 342.0 cm (134.6 in.) |
| Pump Flow | 53.4 LPM (14.1 GPM) | 27.4 LPM (7.2 GPM) |
| Years Made | 1972-1976 | 1980-1983 |
| Engine Model | Perkins AD4.203 | J.I. Case |
| Engine Type | 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline | 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Displacement | 3335 cc (203.5 cu in.) | 3589 cc (219.0 cu in.) |
| Bore | 9.14 cm (3.60 in.) | 10.01 cm (3.94 in.) |
| Stroke | 12.70 cm (5.00 in.) | 11.40 cm (4.49 in.) |
| Rear PTO Type | Live | Transmission or independent |
| Rear PTO Speed | 540 RPM | 540 RPM |
| Torque Power | 1230 RPM | — |
| Torque Speed | 218.0 N·m (160.8 lb-ft) | — |
| Rated RPM | 2000 RPM | — |
| Battery | 12 V | 12 V |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Height | 162.0 cm (63.8 in.) | 223.0 cm (87.8 in.) |
| Wheelbase | 214.0 cm (84.3 in.) | 210.0 cm (82.7 in.) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68.2 l (18.0 gal) | 72.0 l (19.0 gal) |
| Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse | 12 forward and 4 reverse |
| Chassis | 4×2 2WD | 4×2 2WD or 4×4 MFWD 4WD |
| Max. Travel Speed | 25.0 km/h (Forward: 15.5 MPH) | 13.8 km/h (Forward: 15.0 MPH (24.1 km/h) Reverse: 8.6 MPH) |
| Brakes | Disc | Mechanical drum |
| Drawbar Category | II | II/I |
| Cabin Type | Open operator station | Two-post ROPS |
| Hitch Type | Mechanical | — |
| Steering Type | Manual | Power |
| Front Tires | Ag: 7.50-16 | Ag: 7.50-16 |
| Rear Tires | Ag: 16.9-28 | Ag: 16.9-30 |
| Working Pressure | 175.8 bar (2550.0 psi) | — |
| Transmission Type | — | Synchromesh with dry disc clutch |
| Compression Ratio | — | 17.0:1 |
| Ground Clearance | — | 33.0 cm (Front axle: 2WD: 20.9 in. (53.0 cm) 4WD: 13.0 in.) |
| Oil Capacity | — | 7.5 l (2.0 gal) |
| Coolant Capacity | — | 14.0 l (3.7 gal) |
| Transmission Oil Capacity | — | 27.0 l (7.1 gal) |
| Hydraulic Capacity | — | 26.9 l (7.1 gal) |
| Hydraulic Type | — | Open center |
| Valves | — | 1 or 2 |
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