SPECS / COMPARISON
Massey Ferguson 243 vs International Harvester 606
A detailed comparison of the Massey Ferguson 243 and the International Harvester 606. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Weight
Massey Ferguson 2432325.0 kg (5125.7 lbs)
International Harvester 6062480.0 kg (Gas: 5213.9 lbs (2365.0 kg) Diesel: 5467.5 lbs)
| Specification | Massey Ferguson 243 Agricultural Tractors | International Harvester 606 Agricultural Tractors |
|---|---|---|
| Tractor Type | Utility Tractor | Utility Tractor |
| Horsepower | 38.8 kW (52.1 HP) | — |
| Weight | 2325.0 kg (5125.7 lbs) | 2480.0 kg (Gas: 5213.9 lbs (2365.0 kg) Diesel: 5467.5 lbs) |
| Transmission Type | Synchro shuttle with dry disc clutch | Partial power shift |
| Pump Flow | 52.6 LPM (Standard: 9.5 GPM (36.0 LPM) Optional: 13.9 GPM) | — |
| Years Made | 1999-2003 | 1962-1967 |
| Engine Model | Perkins 903.27 | International Harvester D-236 |
| Engine Type | 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline | 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 3 | 6 |
| Displacement | 2704 cc (165.0 cu in.) | 3867 cc (236.0 cu in.) |
| Bore | 9.50 cm (3.74 in.) | 9.40 cm (3.70 in.) |
| Stroke | 12.70 cm (5.00 in.) | 9.40 cm (3.70 in.) |
| Rear PTO Type | Live or independent | Independent |
| Rear PTO Speed | 540 RPM | 540 RPM |
| Rated RPM | 2250 RPM | — |
| Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | — |
| Battery | 12 V | — |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Wheelbase | 193.0 cm (2WD: 74.8 in. (190.0 cm) 4WD: 76.0 in.) | 198.0 cm (78.0 in.) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48.1 l (12.7 gal) | 86.0 l (22.7 gal) |
| Coolant Capacity | 10.6 l (2.8 gal) | 21.8 l (5.8 gal) |
| Hydraulic Capacity | 32.2 l (8.5 gal) | — |
| Gears | 8 forward and 8 reverse | 10 forward and 2 reverse |
| Chassis | 4×2 2WD or 4×4 MFWD 4WD | 4×2 2WD |
| Max. Travel Speed | 30.6 km/h (Forward: 19.0 MPH) | 3.8 km/h (Forward: 17.2 MPH (27.7 km/h) Reverse: 2.4 MPH) |
| Brakes | Independent wet disc | Independent mechanical disc |
| Drawbar Category | II/I | II/I |
| Cabin Type | Two-post folding ROPS | Open operator station |
| Steering Type | Hydrostatic power | — |
| Front Tires | Ag: 6.00-16 | Ag: 6.00-16 |
| Rear Tires | Ag: 13.6-28 | Ag: 14.9-28 |
| Transmission Oil Capacity | — | 49.2 l (13.0 gal) |
| Transmission Model | — | Torque Amplifier |
| Steering Flow | — | 64.4 LPM (12.0 GPM (45.4 LPM) 17.0 GPM) |
| Valves | — | 0 to 2 |
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