Image not recorded
David BrownModel A
David Brown 1690
Utility
- power
- 90 hp
- displacement
- 329 ci
- Cylinders
- 6
- Forward gears
- 12
Head to head · Utility
David Brown 1690 vs Massey Ferguson 4709
Image not recorded
Massey FergusonModel B
Massey Ferguson 4709
Utility
- power
- 90 hp
- displacement
- 201 ci
- Cylinders
- 3
- Forward gears
- Not recorded
David BrownDavid Brown 1690
vs
Massey FergusonMassey Ferguson 4709
How they compare
Headline specs vs. the whole Utility
Engine Power
= Effectively tied169090 hp
470990 hp
Median Utility Tractor55 hp
1690 is in the 78th percentile; 4709 is in the 78th · 5,383 models
Engine Displacement
▲ 1690 higher · +128 ci (+64%)1690329 ci
4709201 ci
Median Utility Tractor183 ci
1690 is in the 85th percentile; 4709 is in the 54th · 5,580 models
Cylinders
▲ 1690 higher · +3 (+100%)16906
47093
Median Utility Tractor4
1690 is in the 93rd percentile; 4709 is in the 23rd · 5,720 models
Operating Weight
▲ 1690 higher · +1,277 lb (+17%)16908,755 lb
47097,478 lb
Median Utility Tractor5,303 lb
1690 is in the 81st percentile; 4709 is in the 71st · 5,107 models
1690 (A)4709 (B)Median Utility Tractor
Full comparison
Every spec, side by side
General Information
| Spec | David Brown 1690 | Massey Ferguson 4709 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | David Brown | Massey Ferguson | — |
| Model | 1690 | 4709 | — |
| Category | Utility | Utility | Same |
Engine
| Spec | David Brown 1690 | Massey Ferguson 4709 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | J.I. Case | AGCO Power | — |
| Model | Not recorded | 33AWIC | — |
| Power Output | 90hp | 90hp | Same |
| Rated RPM | 2,200RPM | 2,200RPM | Same |
| Cylinders | 6 | 3 | ▲ 1690+3 · +100% |
| Displacement | 329ci | 201ci | ▲ 1690+128 ci · +64% |
| Bore | 3.9in | 4.3in | ▲ 4709+0.4 in · +10% |
| Stroke | 4.5in | 4.7in | ▲ 4709+0.2 in · +4% |
Transmission
| Spec | David Brown 1690 | Massey Ferguson 4709 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Synchromesh with hydraulic dry disc clutch | Mechanical shuttle | — |
Dimensions & Weight
| Spec | David Brown 1690 | Massey Ferguson 4709 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operating Weight | 8,755lb | 7,478lb | ▲ 1690+1,277 lb · +17% |
Hydraulics
| Spec | David Brown 1690 | Massey Ferguson 4709 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| System Type | Open Center | Open center | Same |
| Steering Type | Power | Hydrostatic power | — |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Spec | David Brown 1690 | Massey Ferguson 4709 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Independent | Not recorded | — |
| Speed 1 | 540rpm | Not recorded | — |
| Speed 2 | 1,000rpm | Not recorded | — |
Hitch & Towing
| Spec | David Brown 1690 | Massey Ferguson 4709 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hitch Category | II | II | Same |
Chassis & Drive
| Spec | David Brown 1690 | Massey Ferguson 4709 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chassis Type | 4x2 2WD | 4x2 2WD | Same |
| Drive Type | 2WD | 2WD | Same |
| Steering Type | Power | Hydrostatic power | — |
| Brake Type | Hydraulic wet disc | Not recorded | — |
Electrical
| Spec | David Brown 1690 | Massey Ferguson 4709 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starter Type | Electric | Electric | Same |
Capacities
| Spec | David Brown 1690 | Massey Ferguson 4709 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coolant | 4gal | Not recorded | — |
Operator Station
| Spec | David Brown 1690 | Massey Ferguson 4709 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Two-post ROPS or Cab (optional) | ROPS | — |
Category context
Both models against the field
Engine Power
median 55 hpA · 78th percentile (90 hp)B · 78th percentile (90 hp)
Engine Displacement
median 183 ciA · 85th percentile (329 ci)B · 54th percentile (201 ci)
Cylinders
median 4A · 93rd percentile (6)B · 23rd percentile (3)
Operating Weight
median 5,303 lbA · 81st percentile (8,755 lb)B · 71st percentile (7,478 lb)
A · 1690B · 4709Median Utility Tractor