The Massey Ferguson 148 tractor engine horsepower is 49 hp | 36.5 kW, and PTO horsepower is 38.5 hp | 28.7 kW.
Massey Ferguson 148 Horsepower Specs
| Engine horsepower | 49 hp | 36.5 kW |
|---|---|
| PTO horsepower claimed | 38.5 hp | 28.7 kW |
Massey Ferguson 148 Useful Horsepower Calculations
| PTO-to-engine power transfer | 78.6% of engine hp reaches the PTO |
|---|---|
| Engine size per PTO horsepower | 3.9 ci per PTO hp |
| PTO horsepower per liter | 15.4 PTO hp per L |
| Engine size per engine horsepower | 3.1 ci per engine hp |
| Engine horsepower per liter | 19.6 engine hp per L |
| Torque per PTO horsepower | 3.4 lb-ft per PTO hp |
| Fuel tank per PTO horsepower | 0.3 gal per PTO hp |
| Rated speed per PTO horsepower | 58.4 rpm per PTO hp |
Massey Ferguson 148 Engine Specs
| Displacement | 152 ci | 2.5 L |
|---|---|
| Bore and stroke | 3.583×5.00 inches | 91 x 127 mm |
| Compression | 16.5:1 |
| Rated RPM | 2250 |
| Torque | 130.9 lb-ft | 177.5 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 |
Massey Ferguson 148 Fuel, Cooling, Starting & Service Specs
| Fuel capacity | 12.6 gal | 47.7 L |
|---|---|
| Starter volts | 12 |
Massey Ferguson 148 Horsepower Comparison Charts
Engine horsepower comparison
PTO horsepower comparison
Displacement comparison
Torque comparison
Rated RPM comparison
Engine size per PTO HP
Benchmarks use practical low, average and high ranges for the utility tractor category. Use the operator manual and actual engine/tractor configuration before sizing implements or judging working power.
Massey Ferguson 148 Horsepower FAQ
How much horsepower does the Massey Ferguson 148 have?
The listed engine output is 49 hp, below the 80 hp benchmark average. That is a lower-power result, so the smarter match is lighter implements and jobs that do not demand more than about 49 hp.
How much PTO horsepower does the Massey Ferguson 148 have?
The listed PTO output is 38.5 hp, below the 65 hp benchmark average. For real use, size PTO implements below or near 38.5 hp rather than using a bigger engine-horsepower number.
How much engine power reaches the PTO on the Massey Ferguson 148?
The PTO-to-engine transfer works out to 78.6%, from 49 engine hp to 38.5 PTO hp. That is a normal usable range for judging PTO implement fit.
How big is the Massey Ferguson 148 engine?
The engine displacement is 152 ci, below the 260 ci benchmark average. Smaller displacement usually means less engine size behind each horsepower number.
Is the Massey Ferguson 148 engine stressed for its PTO horsepower?
The engine has about 4 cubic inches per PTO hp, using 152 ci and 38.5 PTO hp. That points to a larger-displacement, lower-stress style setup.
How much PTO horsepower per liter does the Massey Ferguson 148 make?
The output density is about 15.4 PTO hp per liter, using 38.5 PTO hp and 2.5 L of displacement. Higher hp/L means more output squeezed from each liter; lower hp/L usually means a more relaxed engine tune.
How much torque does the Massey Ferguson 148 have?
The listed torque is 130.9 lb-ft, below the 240 lb-ft benchmark average. With 130.9 lb-ft listed, gearing matters more when the tractor is loaded hard.
Does the Massey Ferguson 148 have good torque for its PTO horsepower?
The torque-to-PTO-power figure is about 3.4 lb-ft per PTO hp, using 130.9 lb-ft and 38.5 PTO hp. A higher number usually points to a slower, gruntier working feel.
What rpm is the Massey Ferguson 148 rated at?
The rated speed is 2,250 rpm, close to the 2,200 rpm benchmark average. The 2,250 rpm figure is around normal for this class.
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.
