The Massey Ferguson 42 tractor engine horsepower is 42 hp | 31.3 kW.
Engine HP42 hp | 31.3 kW
Displacement152 ci | 2.5 L
Massey Ferguson 42 Horsepower Specs
Engine horsepower
42 hp | 31.3 kW
Massey Ferguson 42 Useful Horsepower Calculations
Engine size per engine horsepower
3.6 ci per engine hp
Engine horsepower per liter
16.8 engine hp per L
Massey Ferguson 42 Engine Specs
Displacement
152 ci | 2.5 L
Bore and stroke
3.60×5.00 inches | 91 x 127 mm
Compression
17.4:1
Rated RPM
2250
Massey Ferguson 42 Fuel, Cooling, Starting & Service Specs
Firing order
1-2-3
Idle RPM
600-2500
Massey Ferguson 42 Horsepower Comparison Charts
Engine horsepower comparison
This model
42 hp
Average
35 hp
Low
15 hp
High
60 hp
Displacement comparison
This model
152 ci
Average
110 ci
Low
50 ci
High
180 ci
Rated RPM comparison
This model
2,250 rpm
Average
2,400 rpm
Low
1,800 rpm
High
3,000 rpm
Benchmarks use practical low, average and high ranges for the compact and small utility tractor category. Use the operator manual and actual engine/tractor configuration before sizing implements or judging working power.
Massey Ferguson 42 Horsepower FAQ
How much horsepower does the Massey Ferguson 42 have?
The listed engine output is 42 hp, above the 35 hp benchmark average. That is a higher-power result, so ballast, tire setup and implement width matter if you want to use the full 42 hp.
How big is the Massey Ferguson 42 engine?
The engine displacement is 152 ci, above the 110 ci benchmark average. Bigger displacement can help low-rpm pull and load-holding feel.
What rpm is the Massey Ferguson 42 rated at?
The rated speed is 2,250 rpm, close to the 2,400 rpm benchmark average. The 2,250 rpm figure is around normal for this class.
Official information note
Horsepower and engine specs can vary by year, market, engine option, fuel system, test standard and tractor configuration. Check the operator manual, spec plate, parts book and official masseyferguson.com website before buying parts, sizing implements or making repair decisions.
