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 178 Horsepower FAQ
How much horsepower does the Massey Ferguson 178 have?
The listed engine output is 73 hp, close to the 80 hp benchmark average. That puts the tractor in a normal working range for this benchmark group, with 73 hp as the main engine number.
How much PTO horsepower does the Massey Ferguson 178 have?
The listed PTO output is 62 hp, close to the 65 hp benchmark average. Use 62 PTO hp as the practical implement-sizing number.
How much engine power reaches the PTO on the Massey Ferguson 178?
The PTO-to-engine transfer works out to 84.9%, from 73 engine hp to 62 PTO hp. That is a normal usable range for judging PTO implement fit.
How big is the Massey Ferguson 178 engine?
The engine displacement is 247.8 ci, close to the 260 ci benchmark average. It is close to the normal engine-size range for this horsepower class.
Is the Massey Ferguson 178 engine stressed for its PTO horsepower?
The engine has about 4 cubic inches per PTO hp, using 247.8 ci and 62 PTO hp. That points to a larger-displacement, lower-stress style setup.
How much PTO horsepower per liter does the Massey Ferguson 178 make?
The output density is about 15.1 PTO hp per liter, using 62 PTO hp and 4.1 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 178 have?
The listed torque is 212 lb-ft, close to the 240 lb-ft benchmark average. The 212 lb-ft figure is a normal torque result for this class.
Does the Massey Ferguson 178 have good torque for its PTO horsepower?
The torque-to-PTO-power figure is about 3.4 lb-ft per PTO hp, using 212 lb-ft and 62 PTO hp. A higher number usually points to a slower, gruntier working feel.
What rpm is the Massey Ferguson 178 rated at?
The rated speed is 2,000 rpm, close to the 2,200 rpm benchmark average. The 2,000 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.
