This page provides a detailed comparison of the specifications for the Hesston 55-66 and the Massey Ferguson 243.
| Hesston 55-66 | Massey Ferguson 243 | |
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| Engine | ||
| Engine Manufacturer | Fiat | Perkins |
| Engine Model | 8035.06 | 903.27 |
| Engine Cooling Type | Liquid-cooled | Liquid-cooled |
| Engine Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Engine Induction Type | Naturally Aspirated | Natural aspirated |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 | 3 |
| Engine Displacement Value | 165 ci (2.7 L) | 165 ci (2.7 L) |
| Engine Rated Rpm | 2500 | 2250 |
| Engine Power Output Value | 55 hp (41.0 kW) | 52 hp (38.8 kW) |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission Type | Partially synchronized | Sliding gear |
| Transmission Forward Gears | 12 | 8 |
| Transmission Reverse Gears | 4 | 2 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Value | 130 | - |
| Operating Weight Value | 5290 lb (2400 kg) | 5130 lb (2327 kg) |
| Miscellaneous | ||
| Chassis | 4x2 2WD | 4x2 2WD |
| Drive Type | 2WD | - |
| Front Tire Type | - | - |
| Rear Tire Type | - | - |
| Hitch Category | I/II | II/I |
| Hitch Position | Rear | - |
| Hydraulic System Type | Open Center | - |
| Operator Station Type | ROPS | Two-post folding ROPS |
| Starter Type | Electric | Electric |
