Key differences
- The John Deere 3028 EN has 171 kg more lifting capacity than the Massey Ferguson 6028 - useful for heavy implements like a reversible plough, a loaded trailer or a potato planter.
- The John Deere 3028 EN has 9 litres more fuel capacity than the Massey Ferguson 6028 - fewer refuelling stops on long field days.
- The John Deere 3028 EN has 90 kg more weight than the Massey Ferguson 6028 - more traction for heavy draft work, but more soil compaction.
- At ex-showroom prices the Massey Ferguson 6028 starts about ₹1,60,000 lower than the John Deere 3028 EN, roughly ₹2,920 a month less on a 5-year loan for 90% at 8%.
Specifications side by side
| Spec | John Deere 3028 EN | Massey Ferguson 6028 |
|---|---|---|
| HP | 28 | 28 |
| Ex-showroom price | ₹6.5-7.2 lakh | ₹4.9-5.4 lakh |
| EMI (90% loan, 8%, 5 yr) | ₹11,862/month | ₹8,942/month |
| Engine capacity (cc) | not published | 1,318 |
| Cylinders | 3 | 3 |
| Rated RPM | 2,800 | not published |
| PTO HP | 22.5 | not published |
| Lifting capacity (kg) | 910 | 739 |
| Gears | 8 F + 8 R | 9 F + 3 R |
| Drive | 4WD | not published |
| Clutch | Single clutch | Single diaphragm |
| Brakes | Oil immersed Disc Brakes | Multi disc oil immersed brakes |
| Steering | Power steering | Power steering |
| Fuel tank (litres) | 32 | 23 |
| Weight (kg) | 1,070 | 980 |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 1,574 | 1,550 |
| Warranty | 5000 Hours/ 5 Year | not published |
Specs from each maker's spec page / official spec page (closest listed variant). Prices are indicative ex-showroom; on-road price adds registration, insurance and dealer charges and varies by state.
Which one should you buy?
Match the tractor to your heaviest regular job. If you run a reversible plough, a loaded trolley or a potato planter, lifting capacity matters most. If most of your work is rotavator, thresher or pump, compare PTO HP. Then get on-road quotes for both from dealers near you, and check how far the nearest authorised service centre is - for a 10-year machine, service distance matters as much as a few HP.