SPECS / COMPARISON
Massey Ferguson 231 vs John Deere 920
A detailed comparison of the Massey Ferguson 231 and the John Deere 920. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
Massey Ferguson 23128.3 kW (38.0 HP)
John Deere 92029.8 kW (39.9 HP)
Weight
Massey Ferguson 2311845.0 kg (4067.5 lbs)
John Deere 9201973.0 kg (4349.7 lbs)
| Specification | Massey Ferguson 231 Agricultural Tractors | John Deere 920 Agricultural Tractors |
|---|---|---|
| Tractor Type | Utility Tractor | Utility Tractor |
| Horsepower | 28.3 kW (38.0 HP) | 29.8 kW (39.9 HP) |
| Weight | 1845.0 kg (4067.5 lbs) | 1973.0 kg (4349.7 lbs) |
| Transmission Type | Sliding gear | Gear type |
| Length | 325.0 cm (128.0 in.) | — |
| Years Made | 1989-1999 | 1967-1975 |
| Engine Model | Perkins AD3.152 | John Deere |
| Engine Type | 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline | 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 3 | 3 |
| Displacement | 2491 cc (152.0 cu in.) | 2489 cc (151.9 cu in.) |
| Bore | 9.09 cm (3.58 in.) | 9.80 cm (3.86 in.) |
| Stroke | 12.70 cm (5.00 in.) | 11.00 cm (4.33 in.) |
| Rear PTO Type | Live with two stage clutch | Live |
| Rear PTO Speed | 540 RPM | 540 or 540/1000 RPM |
| Rated RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Battery | 12 V | 12 V |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Height | 222.0 cm (87.4 in.) | — |
| Width | 193.0 cm (76.0 in.) | — |
| Wheelbase | 193.0 cm (76.0 in.) | 188.0 cm (74.0 in.) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58.0 l (15.3 gal) | — |
| Oil Capacity | 6.8 l (1.8 gal) | — |
| Coolant Capacity | 10.2 l (2.7 gal) | — |
| Transmission Oil Capacity | 32.0 l (8.5 gal) | — |
| Hydraulic Capacity | 32.0 l (8.5 gal) | — |
| Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse | 8 forward and 4 reverse |
| Chassis | 4×2 2WD | 4×2 2WD |
| Brakes | Drum | — |
| Drawbar Category | II/I | — |
| Cabin Type | Two-post ROPS | Open operator station |
| Hitch Type | Position and draft control | — |
| Steering Type | Power assist | Power |
| Front Tires | Ag: 6.00-16 | Ag: 6.00-16 |
| Rear Tires | Ag: 13.6-28 | Ag: 9-32, 9-36, 10-28, 11-28 |
| Hydraulic Type | Open center | — |
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