Massey Ferguson 1742 Fuel, Cooling, Starting & Service Specs
Starter volts
12
Battery volts
12
Massey Ferguson 1742 Horsepower Comparison Charts
Engine horsepower comparison
This model
41.6 hp
Average
35 hp
Low
15 hp
High
60 hp
PTO horsepower comparison
This model
32.8 hp
Average
28 hp
Low
12 hp
High
50 hp
Displacement comparison
This model
101 ci
Average
110 ci
Low
50 ci
High
180 ci
Rated RPM comparison
This model
2,500 rpm
Average
2,400 rpm
Low
1,800 rpm
High
3,000 rpm
Engine size per PTO HP
This model
3.1 ci/hp
Average
3.1 ci/hp
Low
1.8 ci/hp
High
5 ci/hp
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 1742 Horsepower FAQ
How much horsepower does the Massey Ferguson 1742 have?
The listed engine output is 41.6 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 41.6 hp.
How much PTO horsepower does the Massey Ferguson 1742 have?
The listed PTO output is 32.8 hp, above the 28 hp benchmark average. That is the number to use for mowers, balers, augers, pumps and other PTO tools that need up to about 32.8 hp.
How much engine power reaches the PTO on the Massey Ferguson 1742?
The PTO-to-engine transfer works out to 78.8%, from 41.6 engine hp to 32.8 PTO hp. That is a normal usable range for judging PTO implement fit.
How big is the Massey Ferguson 1742 engine?
The engine displacement is 101 ci, close to the 110 ci benchmark average. It is close to the normal engine-size range for this horsepower class.
Is the Massey Ferguson 1742 engine stressed for its PTO horsepower?
The engine has about 3.1 cubic inches per PTO hp, using 101 ci and 32.8 PTO hp. That is close to the normal benchmark for this category.
How much PTO horsepower per liter does the Massey Ferguson 1742 make?
The output density is about 19.3 PTO hp per liter, using 32.8 PTO hp and 1.7 L of displacement. Higher hp/L means more output squeezed from each liter; lower hp/L usually means a more relaxed engine tune.
What rpm is the Massey Ferguson 1742 rated at?
The rated speed is 2,500 rpm, close to the 2,400 rpm benchmark average. The 2,500 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.
