Massey Ferguson 188 Fuel, Cooling, Starting & Service Specs
Fuel capacity
22.7 gal | 85.9 L
Starter volts
12
Battery volts
12
Massey Ferguson 188 Horsepower Comparison Charts
Engine horsepower comparison
This model
75 hp
Average
80 hp
Low
45 hp
High
120 hp
PTO horsepower comparison
This model
70 hp
Average
65 hp
Low
35 hp
High
105 hp
Displacement comparison
This model
247.8 ci
Average
260 ci
Low
150 ci
High
380 ci
Torque comparison
This model
220.5 lb-ft
Average
240 lb-ft
Low
120 lb-ft
High
420 lb-ft
Rated RPM comparison
This model
2,070 rpm
Average
2,200 rpm
Low
1,800 rpm
High
2,700 rpm
Engine size per PTO HP
This model
3.5 ci/hp
Average
3.5 ci/hp
Low
2.2 ci/hp
High
5.8 ci/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 188 Horsepower FAQ
How much horsepower does the Massey Ferguson 188 have?
The listed engine output is 75 hp, close to the 80 hp benchmark average. That puts the tractor in a normal working range for this benchmark group, with 75 hp as the main engine number.
How much PTO horsepower does the Massey Ferguson 188 have?
The listed PTO output is 70 hp, close to the 65 hp benchmark average. Use 70 PTO hp as the practical implement-sizing number.
How much engine power reaches the PTO on the Massey Ferguson 188?
The PTO-to-engine transfer works out to 93.3%, from 75 engine hp to 70 PTO hp. That is a strong transfer figure when the two specs are from the same configuration.
How big is the Massey Ferguson 188 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 188 engine stressed for its PTO horsepower?
The engine has about 3.5 cubic inches per PTO hp, using 247.8 ci and 70 PTO hp. That is close to the normal benchmark for this category.
How much PTO horsepower per liter does the Massey Ferguson 188 make?
The output density is about 17.1 PTO hp per liter, using 70 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 188 have?
The listed torque is 220.5 lb-ft, close to the 240 lb-ft benchmark average. The 220.5 lb-ft figure is a normal torque result for this class.
Does the Massey Ferguson 188 have good torque for its PTO horsepower?
The torque-to-PTO-power figure is about 3.1 lb-ft per PTO hp, using 220.5 lb-ft and 70 PTO hp. A higher number usually points to a slower, gruntier working feel.
What rpm is the Massey Ferguson 188 rated at?
The rated speed is 2,070 rpm, close to the 2,200 rpm benchmark average. The 2,070 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.
