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Massey-Harris 44 Special
The Massey-Harris 44 Special is a row crop tractor made from 1953 to 1955. It has a 2-wheel drive system and a manual steering wheel. The tractor uses a 5-speed gear transmission for moving forward and 1 gear for going backward. This tractor has a 4-cylinder gasoline engine that's cooled by liquid. The engine is average in size, with 277 cubic inches of space inside. It can make 41.67 horsepower, which is on the lower end compared to other tractors. The 44 Special can hold 23 gallons of gas and 22 quarts of coolant. It has special farm tires on the front and back. The tractor is 135 inches long, 78.7 inches wide, and 79.9 inches tall. It has an open seat for the driver and starts with an electric button. The 44 Special has a live power take-off that spins at 534 rpm, which is useful for running other farm tools.
ManufacturerMassey-HarrisPower41.67 hpEngine4-cylTransUnsynchronized gear
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Quick specs
- Category
- Row Crop
- Engine Power Output
- 42hp
- Transmission
- Unsynchronized gear
At a glance
How the 44 Special compares
vs. Row Crop medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
Across all Row Crop tractors
41.67 hp · 4th
This model
12
Median 138 hp
283
This modelRow Crop tractorsMediann = 1,206
The 44 Special ranks at the 4th percentile for engine power among recorded row crop tractors.
Overview
About the Massey-Harris 44 Special
The Massey-Harris 44 Special is a row crop tractor made from 1953 to 1955. It has a 2-wheel drive system and a manual steering wheel. The tractor uses a 5-speed gear transmission for moving forward and 1 gear for going backward. This tractor has a 4-cylinder gasoline engine that's cooled by liquid. The engine is average in size, with 277 cubic inches of space inside. It can make 41.67 horsepower, which is on the lower end compared to other tractors. The 44 Special can hold 23 gallons of gas and 22 quarts of coolant. It has special farm tires on the front and back. The tractor is 135 inches long, 78.7 inches wide, and 79.9 inches tall. It has an open seat for the driver and starts with an electric button. The 44 Special has a live power take-off that spins at 534 rpm, which is useful for running other farm tools.
Full specifications
Every recorded spec
General
| Manufacturer | Massey-Harris |
|---|---|
| Model | 44 Special |
| Category | Row Crop tractor |
| Type | 4x2 2WD |
| Years built | 1953–1955 |
Engine
| Make | Massey-Harris |
|---|---|
| Power | 41.67hp |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Displacement | 277ci |
| Bore | 4.02in |
| Stroke | 5.51in |
Transmission
| Type | Unsynchronized gear |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 5 |
| Reverse gears | 1 |
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x2 2WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 2WD |
| Steering | Manual worm-and-sector |
| Brakes | Differential mechanical drum |
| Cab | Open |
Power take-off
| Rear PTO | Live |
|---|---|
| PTO speed | 534rpm |
Dimensions
| Length | 135in |
|---|---|
| Width | 78.7in |
| Height | 79.9in |
Capacities
| Fuel tank | 23gal |
|---|---|
| Cooling system | 5.5gal |
Head to head
44 Special vs. Row Crop median
How the Massey-Harris 44 Special compares to other Row Crop tractors
| Spec | This model | Row Crop median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 41.7 hp | 138 hp | -70% | 4th |
| Engine Displacement | 277 ci | 391 ci | -29% | 27th |
| Cylinders | 4 | 6 | -33% | 17th |
| Forward Gears | 5 | 16 | -69% | 7th |
| Length | 135 in | 180 in | -25% | 9th |
| Width | 78.7 in | 91.2 in | -14% | 19th |
| Height | 79.9 in | 114 in | -30% | 12th |
Medians and percentiles are computed from the row crop tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 806–1,417 models).
Compare to tractors with similar specs
Commonly compared Massey-Harris tractors
| Tractor | Engine Power | Operating Weight | Years | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Massey-Harris 44 Row-Crop | 45.1 hp | 4,165 lb | 1947–1953 | Compare → |
| Massey-Harris 101 Junior | — | 3,400 lb | — | Compare → |
| Massey-Harris 101 Senior | — | 4,000 lb | — | Compare → |
| Massey-Harris 20 Row-Crop | — | 2,700 lb | — | Compare → |
| Massey-Harris 21 Colt | — | — | — | Compare → |
Commonly compared tractors with similar horsepower from other brands
| Tractor | Engine Power | Operating Weight | Years | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allis Chalmers ED40 | 41 hp | 3,527 lb | — | Compare → |
| AGCO ST40 | 40.1 hp | 3,323 lb | — | Compare → |
| AGCO ST41A | 40.1 hp | 3,000 lb | — | Compare → |
| Advance-Rumely OilPull K 12/20 | 40 hp | 6,430 lb | — | Compare → |
| Allis Chalmers 160 | 40 hp | 4,674 lb | 1970–1975 | Compare → |
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FAQ
Common questions
What years was the Massey-Harris 44 Special manufactured?
Production of the Massey-Harris 44 Special ran from 1953 through 1955.
What type of transmission does the Massey-Harris 44 Special have?
The Massey-Harris 44 Special uses an Unsynchronized gear transmission offering 5 forward gears.
How powerful is the Massey-Harris 44 Special?
The Massey-Harris 44 Special has an engine power output of 41.67 hp. It is powered by a 4-cylinder engine displacing 277 ci.
What is the fuel capacity of the Massey-Harris 44 Special?
The Massey-Harris 44 Special's fuel tank holds 23 gal.
What routine service does the Massey-Harris 44 Special need?
Regular maintenance for the Massey-Harris 44 Special includes checking and changing engine oil, hydraulic fluid, and filters, plus routine inspections as recommended in the owner's manual. Always follow the manufacturer's maintenance schedule for specific intervals and procedures.