Massey Ferguson 2850M vs Massey Ferguson MF 2E.50

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 MF 2E.50 leads 3 categories to 2 (3 tied). Machine pages: Massey Ferguson 2850M and Massey Ferguson MF 2E.50.

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Spec	Massey Ferguson 2850M	Massey Ferguson MF 2E.50
Engine HP (hp)	48.8 hp	48.8 hp
PTO HP (hp)	38.1 hp	▲ 40.7 hp
Weight (lb)	▲ 4,420 lb	3,858 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	2,570 lb	▲ 3,016 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	▲ 3,086 lb	2,425 lb
Lift Height (in)	111 in	111 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	3,910 lbf	▲ 4,176 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	19.6 gpm	19.6 gpm

The headline numbers at a glance.

Massey Ferguson 2850MMassey Ferguson MF 2E.50

Engine HPhp

▲48.8 hp

PTO HPhp

38.1 hp

36.2 hp

▲40.7 hp

38.5 hp

MechHSTMechHST

Weightlb

4,035 lb

▲4,420 lb

3,858 lb

ROPSCab

Loader Liftlb

2,570 lb

▲3,016 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

▲3,086 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 Ferguson2850M	Massey FergusonMF 2E.50


Engine Manufacturer	Iseki	Iseki
Engine Model	Iseki E4FH	Not Published
Engine Type	4-cylinder, turbocharged, liquid-cooled diesel	4-cylinder, turbocharged, liquid-cooled diesel
No. of Cylinders	4	4
Displacement	148.6 in³	148.6 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2600 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	48.8 hp	48.8 hp
PTO Power	Mech: 38.1 hp; HST: 36.2 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	Dry	Not Published
Fuel System	Common rail direct injection	Not Published
Alternator	Not Published	Not Published

Pump Type	Two gear-type pumps for steering and 3-point/remotes	Two gear-type pumps
Implement Flow	12.6 gpm	12.6 gpm
Steering Flow	7 gpm	7.0 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	19.6 gpm (12.6 + 7, computed)	19.6 gpm (12.6 + 7.0, computed)
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	19.6 gpm (12.6 + 7, computed)	19.6 gpm (12.6 + 7.0, computed)
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Optional Remote Valves	Not Published	Not Published

Fuel Tank Capacity	14.0 gal	14 gal
Coolant Capacity	7.61 qt	Not Published
Crankcase Capacity	7.82 qt	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	Power Shuttle: 10.04 gal; Hydrostatic: 9.25 gal	Not Published
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	9 qt	Not Published

PTO Type	Independent with SoftStart electronic modulation	Independent with SoftStart electronic modulation
PTO Rear	540 rpm (1-3/8 in)	540 rpm, 1.375 in
Mid-PTO Availability	Optional, 2,000 rpm	Not Published
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I and II	Category I & II
Hitch Lift Capacity	3,483 lb	2,645 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	3,086 lb	2,425 lb
Lift Control Type	Position control with optional draft control	Not Published

Transmission Type	12x12 power shuttle or 3-range hydrostatic	Mech: 8x8 synchro shuttle; HST: 3-range hydrostatic
No. of Speeds	Power Shuttle: 12 forward and 12 reverse; HST: infinite forward and reverse (3-range)	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	Not Published	Not Published
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Not Published	Not Published

Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Steering	Power steering	Power steering
Brakes	Wet disc	Wet disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Open station: vinyl-clad seat; standard cab: spring-suspension seat with armrests; deluxe cab: air-ride seat with armrests	Spring-cushioned seat
Front Axle Type	Solid cast front axle	Four-wheel drive
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published

Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	132.3 in	132.8 in
Overall Width	70.1 in	70.1 in
Wheelbase	Not Published	Not Published
Ground Clearance	14.0 in	15 in
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS	102.4 in	103.8 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	92.9 in	Not Published

Tractor Weight (Base)	ROPS: 4,035 lb; Cab: 4,420 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	R1 Agricultural, R3 Turf, R4 Industrial	Not Published
R1 Agricultural - Front	9.5-16	Not Published
R1 Agricultural - Rear	13.6-28 standard; 16.9-24 optional	Not Published
R3 Turf - Front	27x10.50-15	Not Published
R3 Turf - Rear	44x18.00-20	Not Published
R4 Industrial - Front	10-16.5	Not Published
R4 Industrial - Rear	14.9-24; 17.5L-24	Not Published

Quick Attach Loader System	FL2814: pin-type or skid steer	Skid steer quick attach
Loader Model	FL2814	FL2813X
Loader Lift Height	FL2814: 111 in	FL2813X: 111 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	FL2814: 2,570 lb	FL2813X: 3,016 lb
Loader Breakout Force	FL2814: 3,910 lb	FL2813X: 4,176 lb

Warranty Length & Coverage	5-year powertrain warranty	Not Published

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Massey Ferguson 2850M vs Massey Ferguson MF 2E.50: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Massey Ferguson 2850M or the Massey Ferguson MF 2E.50?: They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 48.8 hp hp for engine hp.
Which has more PTO horsepower, the Massey Ferguson 2850M or the Massey Ferguson MF 2E.50?: The Massey Ferguson MF 2E.50 leads on pto hp at 40.7 hp hp, compared to 38.1 hp hp for the Massey Ferguson 2850M.
Which is heavier, the Massey Ferguson 2850M or the Massey Ferguson MF 2E.50?: The Massey Ferguson 2850M leads on weight at 4,420 lb lb, compared to 3,858 lb lb for the Massey Ferguson MF 2E.50.
Which has more loader lift capacity, the Massey Ferguson 2850M or the Massey Ferguson MF 2E.50?: The Massey Ferguson MF 2E.50 leads on loader lift at 3,016 lb lb, compared to 2,570 lb lb for the Massey Ferguson 2850M.
Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Massey Ferguson 2850M or the Massey Ferguson MF 2E.50?: The Massey Ferguson 2850M leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 3,086 lb lb, compared to 2,425 lb lb for the Massey Ferguson MF 2E.50.

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Category Verdict

Spec	Massey Ferguson 2850M	Massey Ferguson MF 2E.50
Engine HP (hp)	48.8 hp	48.8 hp
PTO HP (hp)	38.1 hp	▲ 40.7 hp
Weight (lb)	▲ 4,420 lb	3,858 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	2,570 lb	▲ 3,016 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	▲ 3,086 lb	2,425 lb
Lift Height (in)	111 in	111 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	3,910 lbf	▲ 4,176 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	19.6 gpm	19.6 gpm

The headline numbers at a glance.

Massey Ferguson 2850MMassey Ferguson MF 2E.50

Engine HPhp

▲48.8 hp

PTO HPhp

38.1 hp

36.2 hp

▲40.7 hp

38.5 hp

MechHSTMechHST

Weightlb

4,035 lb

▲4,420 lb

3,858 lb

ROPSCab

Loader Liftlb

2,570 lb

▲3,016 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

▲3,086 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 Ferguson2850M	Massey FergusonMF 2E.50


Engine Manufacturer	Iseki	Iseki
Engine Model	Iseki E4FH	Not Published
Engine Type	4-cylinder, turbocharged, liquid-cooled diesel	4-cylinder, turbocharged, liquid-cooled diesel
No. of Cylinders	4	4
Displacement	148.6 in³	148.6 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2600 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	48.8 hp	48.8 hp
PTO Power	Mech: 38.1 hp; HST: 36.2 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	Dry	Not Published
Fuel System	Common rail direct injection	Not Published
Alternator	Not Published	Not Published

Pump Type	Two gear-type pumps for steering and 3-point/remotes	Two gear-type pumps
Implement Flow	12.6 gpm	12.6 gpm
Steering Flow	7 gpm	7.0 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	19.6 gpm (12.6 + 7, computed)	19.6 gpm (12.6 + 7.0, computed)
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	19.6 gpm (12.6 + 7, computed)	19.6 gpm (12.6 + 7.0, computed)
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Optional Remote Valves	Not Published	Not Published

Fuel Tank Capacity	14.0 gal	14 gal
Coolant Capacity	7.61 qt	Not Published
Crankcase Capacity	7.82 qt	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	Power Shuttle: 10.04 gal; Hydrostatic: 9.25 gal	Not Published
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	9 qt	Not Published

PTO Type	Independent with SoftStart electronic modulation	Independent with SoftStart electronic modulation
PTO Rear	540 rpm (1-3/8 in)	540 rpm, 1.375 in
Mid-PTO Availability	Optional, 2,000 rpm	Not Published
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I and II	Category I & II
Hitch Lift Capacity	3,483 lb	2,645 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	3,086 lb	2,425 lb
Lift Control Type	Position control with optional draft control	Not Published

Transmission Type	12x12 power shuttle or 3-range hydrostatic	Mech: 8x8 synchro shuttle; HST: 3-range hydrostatic
No. of Speeds	Power Shuttle: 12 forward and 12 reverse; HST: infinite forward and reverse (3-range)	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	Not Published	Not Published
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Not Published	Not Published

Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Steering	Power steering	Power steering
Brakes	Wet disc	Wet disc
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Open station: vinyl-clad seat; standard cab: spring-suspension seat with armrests; deluxe cab: air-ride seat with armrests	Spring-cushioned seat
Front Axle Type	Solid cast front axle	Four-wheel drive
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published

Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	132.3 in	132.8 in
Overall Width	70.1 in	70.1 in
Wheelbase	Not Published	Not Published
Ground Clearance	14.0 in	15 in
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS	102.4 in	103.8 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	92.9 in	Not Published

Tractor Weight (Base)	ROPS: 4,035 lb; Cab: 4,420 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	R1 Agricultural, R3 Turf, R4 Industrial	Not Published
R1 Agricultural - Front	9.5-16	Not Published
R1 Agricultural - Rear	13.6-28 standard; 16.9-24 optional	Not Published
R3 Turf - Front	27x10.50-15	Not Published
R3 Turf - Rear	44x18.00-20	Not Published
R4 Industrial - Front	10-16.5	Not Published
R4 Industrial - Rear	14.9-24; 17.5L-24	Not Published

Quick Attach Loader System	FL2814: pin-type or skid steer	Skid steer quick attach
Loader Model	FL2814	FL2813X
Loader Lift Height	FL2814: 111 in	FL2813X: 111 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	FL2814: 2,570 lb	FL2813X: 3,016 lb
Loader Breakout Force	FL2814: 3,910 lb	FL2813X: 4,176 lb

Warranty Length & Coverage	5-year powertrain warranty	Not Published

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Massey Ferguson 2850M vs Massey Ferguson MF 2E.50: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Massey Ferguson 2850M or the Massey Ferguson MF 2E.50?

They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 48.8 hp hp for engine hp.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Massey Ferguson 2850M or the Massey Ferguson MF 2E.50?

The Massey Ferguson MF 2E.50 leads on pto hp at 40.7 hp hp, compared to 38.1 hp hp for the Massey Ferguson 2850M.

Which is heavier, the Massey Ferguson 2850M or the Massey Ferguson MF 2E.50?

The Massey Ferguson 2850M leads on weight at 4,420 lb lb, compared to 3,858 lb lb for the Massey Ferguson MF 2E.50.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Massey Ferguson 2850M or the Massey Ferguson MF 2E.50?

The Massey Ferguson MF 2E.50 leads on loader lift at 3,016 lb lb, compared to 2,570 lb lb for the Massey Ferguson 2850M.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Massey Ferguson 2850M or the Massey Ferguson MF 2E.50?

The Massey Ferguson 2850M leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 3,086 lb lb, compared to 2,425 lb lb for the Massey Ferguson MF 2E.50.

Massey Ferguson 2850M vs Massey Ferguson MF 2E.50

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