Massey Ferguson 2604H vs Massey Ferguson 2850E

Every published spec for both machines, side by side. The verdict below is computed straight from the spec sheets, not opinion.

Across 8 measurable specs, the Massey Ferguson 2850E leads 5 categories to 2 (1 tied). Machine pages: Massey Ferguson 2604H and Massey Ferguson 2850E.

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Spec	Massey Ferguson 2604H	Massey Ferguson 2850E
Engine HP (hp)	45 hp	▲ 48.8 hp
PTO HP (hp)	38 hp	▲ 40.7 hp
Weight (lb)	▲ 4,927 lb	3,858 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	2,810 lb	▲ 3,016 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	2,204 lb	▲ 2,425 lb
Lift Height (in)	▲ 114 in	111 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	4,240 lbf	4,240 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	15.7 gpm	▲ 19.6 gpm

The headline numbers at a glance.

Massey Ferguson 2604HMassey Ferguson 2850E

Engine HPhp

45 hp

▲48.8 hp

PTO HPhp

38 hp

▲40.7 hp

38.5 hp

MechHST

Weightlb

4,597 lb

▲4,927 lb

3,858 lb

2WD4WD

Loader Liftlb

2,810 lb

2,470 lb

▲3,016 lb

2,810 lb

FLx2815911XFLx2813FLx2815

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

2,204 lb

▲2,425 lb

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Full Spec Sheet

Every published spec, side by side, including the details the graphs above don't chart.

Spec	Massey Ferguson2604H	Massey Ferguson2850E


Engine Manufacturer	Simpson	Iseki
Engine Model	SJV326	Not Published
Engine Type	3-cylinder, turbocharged, intercooled, liquid-cooled diesel	4-cylinder, turbocharged, liquid-cooled diesel
No. of Cylinders	3	4
Displacement	157.9 in³	148.6 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2000 rpm	2600 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	45 hp	48.8 hp
PTO Power	38 hp	Mech: 40.7 hp; HST: 38.5 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Liquid cooled	Liquid cooled
Air Cleaner	Not Published	Not Published
Fuel System	Electronically controlled high-pressure common rail	Not Published
Alternator	Not Published	Not Published

Pump Type	Mark 1A scotch yoke piston pump	Two gear-type pumps for steering and 3-point/remotes
Implement Flow	Not Published	12.6 gpm
Steering Flow	Not Published	7.0 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	15.7 gpm	19.6 gpm (12.6 + 7.0, computed)
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	15.7 gpm	19.6 gpm (12.6 + 7.0, computed)
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	10.6 gpm	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	1	Not Published
No. of Optional Remote Valves	Not Published	Not Published

Fuel Tank Capacity	14.5 gal	14 gal
Coolant Capacity	4 gal	Not Published
Crankcase Capacity	2.5 gal	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	10.5 gal	Not Published
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	4WD: 1.5 gal differential, plus 0.23 gal per wheel end	Not Published

PTO Type	Live	Independent with SoftStart electronic modulation
PTO Rear	540 rpm, 6-spline	540 rpm (1-3/8 in)
Mid-PTO Availability	Not Published	Not Published
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I and II	Category I and II
Hitch Lift Capacity	3,747 lb	2,645 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	2,204 lb	2,425 lb
Lift Control Type	Draft, position and response control	Not Published

Transmission Type	8F x 2R SideShift sliding gear	8x8 synchro shuttle or 3-range hydrostatic
No. of Speeds	8 forward and 2 reverse	Mech: 8 forward and 8 reverse; HST: infinite forward and reverse (3-range)
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	Not Published	Not Published
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	Not Published	Not Published
Clutch	Dual dry	Not Published
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Mechanical engagement via right-side heel pedal	Not Published

Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Steering	Hydrostatic power steering with separate reservoir	Power steering
Brakes	Drum brakes	Wet disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	ReverseRise adjustable seat with fixed steering column	Spring-cushioned seat
Front Axle Type	2WD: straight, telescopically adjustable; 4WD: heavy-duty planetary reduction	Solid cast front axle
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published

Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	2WD: 138 in; 4WD: 139 in	132.8 in
Overall Width	64.6 in	70.1 in
Wheelbase	2WD: 80.7 in; 4WD: 81.5 in	Not Published
Ground Clearance	Not Published	15 in
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS	90.6 in	103.8 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	Not Published

Tractor Weight (Base)	2WD: 4,597 lb; 4WD: 4,927 lb	3,858 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published

Tire Size & Options	2WD standard (ag): 6x16 front, 12.4x28 rear; 2WD optional (ag): 7.5x16 front, 13.6x28 rear; 4WD standard (ag): 10.5/80-18 front, 12.4x28 rear	Not Published
R1 Agricultural - Front	2WD: 6x16 (7.5x16 optional); 4WD: 10.5/80-18	Not Published
R1 Agricultural - Rear	2WD: 12.4x28 (13.6x28 optional); 4WD: 12.4x28	Not Published
R3 Turf - Front	Not Published	Not Published
R3 Turf - Rear	Not Published	Not Published
R4 Industrial - Front	Not Published	Not Published
R4 Industrial - Rear	Not Published	Not Published

Quick Attach Loader System	Skid steer style coupling	FLx2813: skid steer quick attach; FLx2815: pin-type or skid steer
Loader Model	FLx2815 (2WD); 911X (4WD)	FLx2813; FLx2815
Loader Lift Height	FLx2815: 111 in; 911X: 114 in	111 in (FLx2813 and FLx2815 loaders)
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	FLx2815: 2,810 lb; 911X: 2,470 lb	FLx2813: 3,016 lb; FLx2815: 2,810 lb
Loader Breakout Force	FLx2815: 4,240 lb; 911X: 2,755 lb	FLx2813: 4,176 lb; FLx2815: 4,240 lb

Warranty Length & Coverage	5-year powertrain warranty	5-year powertrain warranty

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Massey Ferguson 2604H vs Massey Ferguson 2850E: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Massey Ferguson 2604H or the Massey Ferguson 2850E?: The Massey Ferguson 2850E leads on engine hp at 48.8 hp hp, compared to 45 hp hp for the Massey Ferguson 2604H.
Which has more PTO horsepower, the Massey Ferguson 2604H or the Massey Ferguson 2850E?: The Massey Ferguson 2850E leads on pto hp at 40.7 hp hp, compared to 38 hp hp for the Massey Ferguson 2604H.
Which is heavier, the Massey Ferguson 2604H or the Massey Ferguson 2850E?: The Massey Ferguson 2604H leads on weight at 4,927 lb lb, compared to 3,858 lb lb for the Massey Ferguson 2850E.
Which has more loader lift capacity, the Massey Ferguson 2604H or the Massey Ferguson 2850E?: The Massey Ferguson 2850E leads on loader lift at 3,016 lb lb, compared to 2,810 lb lb for the Massey Ferguson 2604H.
Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Massey Ferguson 2604H or the Massey Ferguson 2850E?: The Massey Ferguson 2850E leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,425 lb lb, compared to 2,204 lb lb for the Massey Ferguson 2604H.

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Category Verdict

Spec	Massey Ferguson 2604H	Massey Ferguson 2850E
Engine HP (hp)	45 hp	▲ 48.8 hp
PTO HP (hp)	38 hp	▲ 40.7 hp
Weight (lb)	▲ 4,927 lb	3,858 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	2,810 lb	▲ 3,016 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	2,204 lb	▲ 2,425 lb
Lift Height (in)	▲ 114 in	111 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	4,240 lbf	4,240 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	15.7 gpm	▲ 19.6 gpm

The headline numbers at a glance.

Massey Ferguson 2604HMassey Ferguson 2850E

Engine HPhp

45 hp

▲48.8 hp

PTO HPhp

38 hp

▲40.7 hp

38.5 hp

MechHST

Weightlb

4,597 lb

▲4,927 lb

3,858 lb

2WD4WD

Loader Liftlb

2,810 lb

2,470 lb

▲3,016 lb

2,810 lb

FLx2815911XFLx2813FLx2815

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

2,204 lb

▲2,425 lb

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Full Spec Sheet

Every published spec, side by side, including the details the graphs above don't chart.

Spec	Massey Ferguson2604H	Massey Ferguson2850E


Engine Manufacturer	Simpson	Iseki
Engine Model	SJV326	Not Published
Engine Type	3-cylinder, turbocharged, intercooled, liquid-cooled diesel	4-cylinder, turbocharged, liquid-cooled diesel
No. of Cylinders	3	4
Displacement	157.9 in³	148.6 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2000 rpm	2600 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	45 hp	48.8 hp
PTO Power	38 hp	Mech: 40.7 hp; HST: 38.5 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Liquid cooled	Liquid cooled
Air Cleaner	Not Published	Not Published
Fuel System	Electronically controlled high-pressure common rail	Not Published
Alternator	Not Published	Not Published

Pump Type	Mark 1A scotch yoke piston pump	Two gear-type pumps for steering and 3-point/remotes
Implement Flow	Not Published	12.6 gpm
Steering Flow	Not Published	7.0 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	15.7 gpm	19.6 gpm (12.6 + 7.0, computed)
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	15.7 gpm	19.6 gpm (12.6 + 7.0, computed)
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	10.6 gpm	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	1	Not Published
No. of Optional Remote Valves	Not Published	Not Published

Fuel Tank Capacity	14.5 gal	14 gal
Coolant Capacity	4 gal	Not Published
Crankcase Capacity	2.5 gal	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	10.5 gal	Not Published
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	4WD: 1.5 gal differential, plus 0.23 gal per wheel end	Not Published

PTO Type	Live	Independent with SoftStart electronic modulation
PTO Rear	540 rpm, 6-spline	540 rpm (1-3/8 in)
Mid-PTO Availability	Not Published	Not Published
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I and II	Category I and II
Hitch Lift Capacity	3,747 lb	2,645 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	2,204 lb	2,425 lb
Lift Control Type	Draft, position and response control	Not Published

Transmission Type	8F x 2R SideShift sliding gear	8x8 synchro shuttle or 3-range hydrostatic
No. of Speeds	8 forward and 2 reverse	Mech: 8 forward and 8 reverse; HST: infinite forward and reverse (3-range)
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	Not Published	Not Published
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	Not Published	Not Published
Clutch	Dual dry	Not Published
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Mechanical engagement via right-side heel pedal	Not Published

Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Steering	Hydrostatic power steering with separate reservoir	Power steering
Brakes	Drum brakes	Wet disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	ReverseRise adjustable seat with fixed steering column	Spring-cushioned seat
Front Axle Type	2WD: straight, telescopically adjustable; 4WD: heavy-duty planetary reduction	Solid cast front axle
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published

Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	2WD: 138 in; 4WD: 139 in	132.8 in
Overall Width	64.6 in	70.1 in
Wheelbase	2WD: 80.7 in; 4WD: 81.5 in	Not Published
Ground Clearance	Not Published	15 in
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS	90.6 in	103.8 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	Not Published

Tractor Weight (Base)	2WD: 4,597 lb; 4WD: 4,927 lb	3,858 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published

Tire Size & Options	2WD standard (ag): 6x16 front, 12.4x28 rear; 2WD optional (ag): 7.5x16 front, 13.6x28 rear; 4WD standard (ag): 10.5/80-18 front, 12.4x28 rear	Not Published
R1 Agricultural - Front	2WD: 6x16 (7.5x16 optional); 4WD: 10.5/80-18	Not Published
R1 Agricultural - Rear	2WD: 12.4x28 (13.6x28 optional); 4WD: 12.4x28	Not Published
R3 Turf - Front	Not Published	Not Published
R3 Turf - Rear	Not Published	Not Published
R4 Industrial - Front	Not Published	Not Published
R4 Industrial - Rear	Not Published	Not Published

Quick Attach Loader System	Skid steer style coupling	FLx2813: skid steer quick attach; FLx2815: pin-type or skid steer
Loader Model	FLx2815 (2WD); 911X (4WD)	FLx2813; FLx2815
Loader Lift Height	FLx2815: 111 in; 911X: 114 in	111 in (FLx2813 and FLx2815 loaders)
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	FLx2815: 2,810 lb; 911X: 2,470 lb	FLx2813: 3,016 lb; FLx2815: 2,810 lb
Loader Breakout Force	FLx2815: 4,240 lb; 911X: 2,755 lb	FLx2813: 4,176 lb; FLx2815: 4,240 lb

Warranty Length & Coverage	5-year powertrain warranty	5-year powertrain warranty

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Massey Ferguson 2604H vs Massey Ferguson 2850E: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Massey Ferguson 2604H or the Massey Ferguson 2850E?

The Massey Ferguson 2850E leads on engine hp at 48.8 hp hp, compared to 45 hp hp for the Massey Ferguson 2604H.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Massey Ferguson 2604H or the Massey Ferguson 2850E?

The Massey Ferguson 2850E leads on pto hp at 40.7 hp hp, compared to 38 hp hp for the Massey Ferguson 2604H.

Which is heavier, the Massey Ferguson 2604H or the Massey Ferguson 2850E?

The Massey Ferguson 2604H leads on weight at 4,927 lb lb, compared to 3,858 lb lb for the Massey Ferguson 2850E.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Massey Ferguson 2604H or the Massey Ferguson 2850E?

The Massey Ferguson 2850E leads on loader lift at 3,016 lb lb, compared to 2,810 lb lb for the Massey Ferguson 2604H.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Massey Ferguson 2604H or the Massey Ferguson 2850E?

The Massey Ferguson 2850E leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,425 lb lb, compared to 2,204 lb lb for the Massey Ferguson 2604H.

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