Massey Ferguson 2855M vs New Holland Workmaster 50

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

Across 7 measurable specs, the New Holland Workmaster 50 leads 4 categories to 3. Machine pages: Massey Ferguson 2855M and New Holland Workmaster 50.

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Spec	Massey Ferguson 2855M	New Holland Workmaster 50
Engine HP (hp)	53.6 hp	▲ 53.7 hp
PTO HP (hp)	40 hp	▲ 46.2 hp
Weight (lb)	4,420 lb	n/a
Loader Lift (lb)	2,570 lb	▲ 3,130 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	▲ 3,086 lb	2,701 lb
Lift Height (in)	111 in	▲ 122 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	▲ 3,910 lbf	3,527 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	▲ 19.6 gpm	17.5 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	n/a	19.8 mph

The headline numbers at a glance.

Massey Ferguson 2855MNew Holland Workmaster 50

Engine HPhp

53.6 hp

▲53.7 hp

PTO HPhp

40 hp

▲46.2 hp

Weightlb

4,035 lb

▲4,420 lb

n/a

ROPSCab

Loader Liftlb

2,570 lb

▲3,130 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

▲3,086 lb

2,701 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 Ferguson2855M	New HollandWorkmaster 50


Engine Manufacturer	Iseki	FPT Industrial
Engine Model	Iseki E4FH	n/a
Engine Type	4-cylinder, turbocharged, liquid-cooled diesel	Turbocharged, intercooled 3-cylinder diesel
No. of Cylinders	4	3
Displacement	148.6 in³	136 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2600 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	53.6 hp	53.7 hp
PTO Power	40 hp	46.2 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Liquid cooled	Pressurized liquid with recirculating bypass
Air Cleaner	Dry	Inner and outer paper elements
Fuel System	Common rail direct injection	CRDI
Alternator	Not Published	75 A, 12 V

Pump Type	Two gear-type pumps for steering and 3-point/remotes	Open-center; dual pumps
Implement Flow	12.6 gpm	12 gpm
Steering Flow	7 gpm	5.5 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	19.6 gpm (12.6 + 7, computed)	17.5 gpm
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	19.6 gpm (12.6 + 7, computed)	17.5 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	Not Published	1
No. of Optional Remote Valves	Not Published	2

Fuel Tank Capacity	14.0 gal	17.2 gal
Coolant Capacity	7.61 qt	10.6 qt
Crankcase Capacity	7.82 qt	6.7 qt
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	10.04 gal	6.6 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	9 qt	8.0 qt

PTO Type	Independent with SoftStart electronic modulation	Independent
PTO Rear	540 rpm (1-3/8 in)	540 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	Optional, 2,000 rpm	Not Applicable
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I and II	Category II/I
Hitch Lift Capacity	3,483 lb	3,307 lb at ball ends
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	3,086 lb	2,701 lb
Lift Control Type	Not Published	Not Published

Transmission Type	12x12 power shuttle	8x8 synchronized shuttle
No. of Speeds	12 forward and 12 reverse	8F/8R
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	Not Published	19.8 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	Not Published	20.9 mph
Clutch	Not Published	LUK, 11 in
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Not Published	Rear differential lock (pedal)

Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Steering	Power steering	Power
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	Not Published
Front Axle Type	Solid cast front axle	Not Published
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	6,500 lb dynamic capacity
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published

Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	132.3 in	134.0 in
Overall Width	70.1 in	67.5 in
Wheelbase	Not Published	77.2 in
Ground Clearance	14.0 in	15.9 in
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	Not Published	190.9 in
Height to Top of ROPS	102.4 in	97.6 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	77.0 in
Height to Top of Cab Model	92.9 in	105.4 in

Tractor Weight (Base)	ROPS: 4,035 lb; Cab: 4,420 lb	n/a
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	R1 Agricultural, R4 Industrial
R1 Agricultural - Front	9.5-16	8.3X24, 6 ply
R1 Agricultural - Rear	13.6-28 standard; 16.9-24 optional	13.6X28R1, 6 ply; 14.9X28R1, 6 ply
R3 Turf - Front	27x10.50-15	Not Published
R3 Turf - Rear	44x18.00-20	Not Published
R4 Industrial - Front	10-16.5	12.5X18
R4 Industrial - Rear	14.9-24; 17.5L-24	18.4X24R4

Quick Attach Loader System	FL2814: pin-type or skid steer	600TL: Front loader (quick-attach design)
Loader Model	FL2814	n/a
Loader Lift Height	FL2814: 111 in	Up to 122 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	FL2814: 2,570 lb	Up to 3,130 lb
Loader Breakout Force	FL2814: 3,910 lb	Up to 3,527 lb

Warranty Length & Coverage	5-year powertrain warranty	Not Published

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Massey Ferguson 2855M vs New Holland Workmaster 50: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Massey Ferguson 2855M or the New Holland Workmaster 50?: The New Holland Workmaster 50 leads on engine hp at 53.7 hp hp, compared to 53.6 hp hp for the Massey Ferguson 2855M.
Which has more PTO horsepower, the Massey Ferguson 2855M or the New Holland Workmaster 50?: The New Holland Workmaster 50 leads on pto hp at 46.2 hp hp, compared to 40 hp hp for the Massey Ferguson 2855M.
Which has more loader lift capacity, the Massey Ferguson 2855M or the New Holland Workmaster 50?: The New Holland Workmaster 50 leads on loader lift at 3,130 lb lb, compared to 2,570 lb lb for the Massey Ferguson 2855M.
Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Massey Ferguson 2855M or the New Holland Workmaster 50?: The Massey Ferguson 2855M leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 3,086 lb lb, compared to 2,701 lb lb for the New Holland Workmaster 50.

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Category Verdict

Spec	Massey Ferguson 2855M	New Holland Workmaster 50
Engine HP (hp)	53.6 hp	▲ 53.7 hp
PTO HP (hp)	40 hp	▲ 46.2 hp
Weight (lb)	4,420 lb	n/a
Loader Lift (lb)	2,570 lb	▲ 3,130 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	▲ 3,086 lb	2,701 lb
Lift Height (in)	111 in	▲ 122 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	▲ 3,910 lbf	3,527 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	▲ 19.6 gpm	17.5 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	n/a	19.8 mph

The headline numbers at a glance.

Massey Ferguson 2855MNew Holland Workmaster 50

Engine HPhp

53.6 hp

▲53.7 hp

PTO HPhp

40 hp

▲46.2 hp

Weightlb

4,035 lb

▲4,420 lb

n/a

ROPSCab

Loader Liftlb

2,570 lb

▲3,130 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

▲3,086 lb

2,701 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 Ferguson2855M	New HollandWorkmaster 50


Engine Manufacturer	Iseki	FPT Industrial
Engine Model	Iseki E4FH	n/a
Engine Type	4-cylinder, turbocharged, liquid-cooled diesel	Turbocharged, intercooled 3-cylinder diesel
No. of Cylinders	4	3
Displacement	148.6 in³	136 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2600 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	53.6 hp	53.7 hp
PTO Power	40 hp	46.2 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Liquid cooled	Pressurized liquid with recirculating bypass
Air Cleaner	Dry	Inner and outer paper elements
Fuel System	Common rail direct injection	CRDI
Alternator	Not Published	75 A, 12 V

Pump Type	Two gear-type pumps for steering and 3-point/remotes	Open-center; dual pumps
Implement Flow	12.6 gpm	12 gpm
Steering Flow	7 gpm	5.5 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	19.6 gpm (12.6 + 7, computed)	17.5 gpm
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	19.6 gpm (12.6 + 7, computed)	17.5 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	Not Published	1
No. of Optional Remote Valves	Not Published	2

Fuel Tank Capacity	14.0 gal	17.2 gal
Coolant Capacity	7.61 qt	10.6 qt
Crankcase Capacity	7.82 qt	6.7 qt
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	10.04 gal	6.6 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	9 qt	8.0 qt

PTO Type	Independent with SoftStart electronic modulation	Independent
PTO Rear	540 rpm (1-3/8 in)	540 rpm
Mid-PTO Availability	Optional, 2,000 rpm	Not Applicable
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I and II	Category II/I
Hitch Lift Capacity	3,483 lb	3,307 lb at ball ends
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	3,086 lb	2,701 lb
Lift Control Type	Not Published	Not Published

Transmission Type	12x12 power shuttle	8x8 synchronized shuttle
No. of Speeds	12 forward and 12 reverse	8F/8R
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	Not Published	19.8 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	Not Published	20.9 mph
Clutch	Not Published	LUK, 11 in
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Not Published	Rear differential lock (pedal)

Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Steering	Power steering	Power
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	Not Published
Front Axle Type	Solid cast front axle	Not Published
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	6,500 lb dynamic capacity
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published

Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	132.3 in	134.0 in
Overall Width	70.1 in	67.5 in
Wheelbase	Not Published	77.2 in
Ground Clearance	14.0 in	15.9 in
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	Not Published	190.9 in
Height to Top of ROPS	102.4 in	97.6 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	77.0 in
Height to Top of Cab Model	92.9 in	105.4 in

Tractor Weight (Base)	ROPS: 4,035 lb; Cab: 4,420 lb	n/a
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	R1 Agricultural, R4 Industrial
R1 Agricultural - Front	9.5-16	8.3X24, 6 ply
R1 Agricultural - Rear	13.6-28 standard; 16.9-24 optional	13.6X28R1, 6 ply; 14.9X28R1, 6 ply
R3 Turf - Front	27x10.50-15	Not Published
R3 Turf - Rear	44x18.00-20	Not Published
R4 Industrial - Front	10-16.5	12.5X18
R4 Industrial - Rear	14.9-24; 17.5L-24	18.4X24R4

Quick Attach Loader System	FL2814: pin-type or skid steer	600TL: Front loader (quick-attach design)
Loader Model	FL2814	n/a
Loader Lift Height	FL2814: 111 in	Up to 122 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	FL2814: 2,570 lb	Up to 3,130 lb
Loader Breakout Force	FL2814: 3,910 lb	Up to 3,527 lb

Warranty Length & Coverage	5-year powertrain warranty	Not Published

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Massey Ferguson 2855M vs New Holland Workmaster 50: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Massey Ferguson 2855M or the New Holland Workmaster 50?

The New Holland Workmaster 50 leads on engine hp at 53.7 hp hp, compared to 53.6 hp hp for the Massey Ferguson 2855M.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Massey Ferguson 2855M or the New Holland Workmaster 50?

The New Holland Workmaster 50 leads on pto hp at 46.2 hp hp, compared to 40 hp hp for the Massey Ferguson 2855M.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Massey Ferguson 2855M or the New Holland Workmaster 50?

The New Holland Workmaster 50 leads on loader lift at 3,130 lb lb, compared to 2,570 lb lb for the Massey Ferguson 2855M.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Massey Ferguson 2855M or the New Holland Workmaster 50?

The Massey Ferguson 2855M leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 3,086 lb lb, compared to 2,701 lb lb for the New Holland Workmaster 50.

Massey Ferguson 2855M vs New Holland Workmaster 50

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