SPECS / COMPARISON
Massey Ferguson 4243 vs Massey Ferguson 290 Xtra
A detailed comparison of the Massey Ferguson 4243 and the Massey Ferguson 290 Xtra. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
Massey Ferguson 424363.4 kW (85.0 HP)
Massey Ferguson 290 Xtra61.0 kW (81.9 HP)
Weight
Massey Ferguson 42433510.0 kg (2WD ROPS: 6911.5 lbs (3135.0 kg) 2WD Cab: 7738.2 lbs)
Massey Ferguson 290 Xtra3010.0 kg (2WD 6349.3 lbs (2880.0 kg) 4WD 6635.9 lbs)
Lift Capacity
Massey Ferguson 42432260.0 kg (4343.1 lbs (1970.0 kg) Optional: 4982.4 lbs)
Massey Ferguson 290 Xtra2050.0 kg (4519.5 lbs)
| Specification | Massey Ferguson 4243 Agricultural Tractors | Massey Ferguson 290 XtraAgricultural Tractors |
|---|---|---|
| Tractor Type | Utility Tractor | Farm Tractor |
| Horsepower | 63.4 kW (85.0 HP) | 61.0 kW (81.9 HP) |
| Weight | 3510.0 kg (2WD ROPS: 6911.5 lbs (3135.0 kg) 2WD Cab: 7738.2 lbs) | 3010.0 kg (2WD 6349.3 lbs (2880.0 kg) 4WD 6635.9 lbs) |
| Lift Capacity | 2260.0 kg (4343.1 lbs (1970.0 kg) Optional: 4982.4 lbs) | 2050.0 kg (4519.5 lbs) |
| Transmission Type | Synchronized shuttle with dry disc clutch | Sinchromesh |
| Length | 406.0 cm (2WD: 158.7 in. (403.0 cm) 4WD: 159.8 in.) | 389.0 cm (153.1 in.) |
| Pump Flow | 37.9 LPM (10.0 GPM) | — |
| Years Made | 1998-2001 | 1983-1986 |
| Engine Model | Perkins 1004.4TW | Simpson S440 |
| Engine Type | 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline | — |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Displacement | 3990 cc (243.5 cu in.) | 3998 cc (244.0 cu in.) |
| Bore | 10.01 cm (3.94 in.) | 10.0 cm (3.94 in.) |
| Stroke | 12.70 cm (5.00 in.) | 12.7 cm (5.0 in.) |
| Rear PTO Type | Independent with hydraulic wet disc clutch | — |
| Rear PTO Speed | 540 or 540/1000 RPM | — |
| Torque Power | 1500 RPM | — |
| Torque Speed | 310.5 N·m (229.0 lb-ft) | — |
| Rated RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | — |
| Battery | Two 12V, CCA 590A | 12 V |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Height | 261.0 cm (ROPS: 102.8 in. (261.0 cm) Cab: 102.8 in.) | 252.0 cm (99.2 in.) |
| Width | 200.0 cm (78.7 in.) | — |
| Wheelbase | 236.0 cm (92.9 in.) | 229.0 cm (90.2 in.) |
| Ground Clearance | 35.0 cm (13.8 in.) | — |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129.8 l (Cab: 33.6 gal (127.2 l) ROPS: 34.3 gal) | 70 l |
| Oil Capacity | 6.5 l (1.7 gal) | — |
| Coolant Capacity | 17.5 l (4.6 gal) | — |
| Hydraulic Capacity | 50.0 l (13.2 gal) | — |
| Final Drive | Outboard planetary | — |
| Gears | 12 forward and 12 reverse | 12 forward and 4 reverse |
| Chassis | 4×2 2WD or 4×4 MFWD 4WD | 4×2 2WD or 4×4 4WD |
| Brakes | Hydraulic wet disc | — |
| Drawbar Category | II | Category II |
| Cabin Type | Two-post foldable ROPS or Cab | — |
| Hitch Type | Position and draft control | Ferguson system |
| Steering Type | Hydrostatic power | — |
| Front Tires | Ag: 7.5L-15 | 2 WD7.50-164WD12.4-24 |
| Rear Tires | Ag: 18.4-30 | 18.4-30 |
| Hydraulic Type | Open center | — |
| Working Pressure | 210.0 bar (3046.0 psi) | 176 bar |
| Valves | 2 to 4 | — |
| PTO Type | — | Rear, live type |
| PTO Speed | — | 540 RPM |
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