LS Tractor MT342 vs Massey Ferguson 1742

Every published spec for both machines, side by side. The verdict below is computed straight from the spec sheets, not opinion.

Across 8 measurable specs, the LS Tractor MT342 leads 6 categories to 2. Machine pages: LS Tractor MT342 and Massey Ferguson 1742.

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Category Verdict

Spec	LS Tractor MT342	Massey Ferguson 1742
Engine HP (hp)	▲ 42 hp	41.6 hp
PTO HP (hp)	▲ 35.7 hp	32.8 hp
Weight (lb)	3,869 lb	▲ 4,068 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	▲ 2,998 lb	1,840 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	2,469 lb	▲ 2,535 lb
Lift Height (in)	▲ 104.3 in	102.4 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	▲ 4,295 lbf	2,190 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	▲ 12.3 gpm	11.6 gpm

The headline numbers at a glance.

LS Tractor MT342Massey Ferguson 1742

Engine HPhp

▲42 hp

41.6 hp

PTO HPhp

▲35.7 hp

32.8 hp

31.6 hp

GearHST

Weightlb

3,869 lb

3,638 lb

▲4,068 lb

ROPSCab

Loader Liftlb

2,680 lb

▲2,998 lb

1,840 lb

LL4106LL4001

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

2,469 lb

▲2,535 lb

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Full Spec Sheet

Every published spec, side by side, including the details the graphs above don't chart.

Spec	LS TractorMT342	Massey Ferguson1742


Engine Manufacturer	LS Mtron	Mitsubishi
Engine Model	L3C19-T	K38
Engine Type	3 Cylinder, Liquid-cooled, Diesel, TC, CRDI	3-cylinder turbocharged and intercooled diesel
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Displacement	114.7 in³	101 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2500 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	42 hp	41.6 hp
PTO Power	35.7 hp	Gear: 32.8 hp; HST: 31.6 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Liquid-cooled	Liquid-cooled
Air Cleaner	Dry	Not Published
Fuel System	Common rail direct injection (CRDI)	Common rail direct injection with electronic engine management
Alternator	70 A, 12 V	Not Published

Pump Type	Not Published	Engine-driven gear-type pump
Implement Flow	8.2 gpm	11.6 gpm
Steering Flow	4.1 gpm	6.8 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	12.3 gpm	Not Published
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	12.3 gpm	Not Published
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	11.6 gpm
No. of Standard Remote Valves	2 Pair (1 Detent, 1 STD)	1
No. of Optional Remote Valves	Not Published	Up to 3

Fuel Tank Capacity	10.6 gal	14.5 gal
Coolant Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Crankcase Capacity	6.2 qt	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	Not Published	Not Published

PTO Type	Independent	Independent, electro-hydraulically engaged
PTO Rear	540 rpm	540 rpm (1-3/8 in 6-spline)
Mid-PTO Availability	Optional (2,000 rpm)	Optional, 2000 rpm
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity	2,755 lb	Not Published
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	2,469 lb	2,535 lb
Lift Control Type	Position & Draft	Position control; draft control optional

Transmission Type	Synchro shuttle	12x12 power shuttle (4 gears, 3 ranges) or 3-range electronic Servo-HST
No. of Speeds	F16 x R16	Power shuttle: 12F / 12R; Servo-HST: 3-range infinite
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	Not Published	Not Published
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	Not Published	Not Published
Clutch	Not Published	Wet multi-disc (power shuttle)
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Mechanical rear differential lock	Mechanical rear differential lock, right side heel pedal

Frame Type	Not Published	Drop-axle rear with bull gear final drives
Steering	Hydrostatic Power Steering	Power steering, tilt steering wheel
Brakes	Wet, Multi-disc	Internal wet disc brakes, individual control via independent foot pedals
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Not Published	Deluxe suspended seat with armrests and seat belt (vinyl on ROPS, cloth on cab)
Front Axle Type	Mechanical front-wheel drive (4WD)	Cast steel 4WD front axle with center drive line and bevel-gear final drives
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published

Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	133 in	130.7 in
Overall Width	62.5 in	64.2 in
Wheelbase	73.2 in	71.1 in
Ground Clearance	Not Published	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS	95 in	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	91.3 in

Tractor Weight (Base)	3,869 lb	ROPS: 3,638 lb; Cab: 4,068 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published

Tire Size & Options	R1 Agricultural, R3 Turf, R4 Industrial	Ag: 8-16 front, 12.4-24 rear (13.6-24 optional); turf: 27x8.50-15 front, 41x14.00-20 rear; industrial: 10-16.5 front, 17.5L-24 rear (also 250/75R16 front, 400/80R24 rear)
R1 Agricultural - Front	9.5-16	8-16
R1 Agricultural - Rear	13.6-24	12.4-24 (13.6-24 optional)
R3 Turf - Front	28x8.5-15	27x8.50-15
R3 Turf - Rear	41x14-20	41x14.00-20
R4 Industrial - Front	12-16.5	10-16.5 or 250/75R16
R4 Industrial - Rear	17.5L-24	17.5L-24 or 400/80R24

Quick Attach Loader System	LL4106, LL4001: 2 lever skid steer coupler (universal skid steer attachments)	DL125: universal skid steer or compact quick-attach tool carrier
Loader Model	LL4106; LL4001	DL125
Loader Lift Height	LL4106: 94.4 in; LL4001: 104.3 in	DL125: 102.4 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	LL4106: 2,680 lb; LL4001: 2,998 lb	DL125: 1,840 lb
Loader Breakout Force	LL4106: 4,063 lb; LL4001: 4,295 lb	DL125: 2,190 lb

Warranty Length & Coverage	6-year limited powertrain warranty	5-year powertrain warranty

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LS Tractor MT342 vs Massey Ferguson 1742: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the LS Tractor MT342 or the Massey Ferguson 1742?: The LS Tractor MT342 leads on engine hp at 42 hp hp, compared to 41.6 hp hp for the Massey Ferguson 1742.
Which has more PTO horsepower, the LS Tractor MT342 or the Massey Ferguson 1742?: The LS Tractor MT342 leads on pto hp at 35.7 hp hp, compared to 32.8 hp hp for the Massey Ferguson 1742.
Which is heavier, the LS Tractor MT342 or the Massey Ferguson 1742?: The Massey Ferguson 1742 leads on weight at 4,068 lb lb, compared to 3,869 lb lb for the LS Tractor MT342.
Which has more loader lift capacity, the LS Tractor MT342 or the Massey Ferguson 1742?: The LS Tractor MT342 leads on loader lift at 2,998 lb lb, compared to 1,840 lb lb for the Massey Ferguson 1742.
Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the LS Tractor MT342 or the Massey Ferguson 1742?: The Massey Ferguson 1742 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,535 lb lb, compared to 2,469 lb lb for the LS Tractor MT342.

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Category Verdict

Spec	LS Tractor MT342	Massey Ferguson 1742
Engine HP (hp)	▲ 42 hp	41.6 hp
PTO HP (hp)	▲ 35.7 hp	32.8 hp
Weight (lb)	3,869 lb	▲ 4,068 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	▲ 2,998 lb	1,840 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	2,469 lb	▲ 2,535 lb
Lift Height (in)	▲ 104.3 in	102.4 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	▲ 4,295 lbf	2,190 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	▲ 12.3 gpm	11.6 gpm

The headline numbers at a glance.

LS Tractor MT342Massey Ferguson 1742

Engine HPhp

▲42 hp

41.6 hp

PTO HPhp

▲35.7 hp

32.8 hp

31.6 hp

GearHST

Weightlb

3,869 lb

3,638 lb

▲4,068 lb

ROPSCab

Loader Liftlb

2,680 lb

▲2,998 lb

1,840 lb

LL4106LL4001

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

2,469 lb

▲2,535 lb

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Full Spec Sheet

Every published spec, side by side, including the details the graphs above don't chart.

Spec	LS TractorMT342	Massey Ferguson1742


Engine Manufacturer	LS Mtron	Mitsubishi
Engine Model	L3C19-T	K38
Engine Type	3 Cylinder, Liquid-cooled, Diesel, TC, CRDI	3-cylinder turbocharged and intercooled diesel
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Displacement	114.7 in³	101 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2500 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	42 hp	41.6 hp
PTO Power	35.7 hp	Gear: 32.8 hp; HST: 31.6 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Liquid-cooled	Liquid-cooled
Air Cleaner	Dry	Not Published
Fuel System	Common rail direct injection (CRDI)	Common rail direct injection with electronic engine management
Alternator	70 A, 12 V	Not Published

Pump Type	Not Published	Engine-driven gear-type pump
Implement Flow	8.2 gpm	11.6 gpm
Steering Flow	4.1 gpm	6.8 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	12.3 gpm	Not Published
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	12.3 gpm	Not Published
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	11.6 gpm
No. of Standard Remote Valves	2 Pair (1 Detent, 1 STD)	1
No. of Optional Remote Valves	Not Published	Up to 3

Fuel Tank Capacity	10.6 gal	14.5 gal
Coolant Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Crankcase Capacity	6.2 qt	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	Not Published	Not Published

PTO Type	Independent	Independent, electro-hydraulically engaged
PTO Rear	540 rpm	540 rpm (1-3/8 in 6-spline)
Mid-PTO Availability	Optional (2,000 rpm)	Optional, 2000 rpm
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity	2,755 lb	Not Published
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	2,469 lb	2,535 lb
Lift Control Type	Position & Draft	Position control; draft control optional

Transmission Type	Synchro shuttle	12x12 power shuttle (4 gears, 3 ranges) or 3-range electronic Servo-HST
No. of Speeds	F16 x R16	Power shuttle: 12F / 12R; Servo-HST: 3-range infinite
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	Not Published	Not Published
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	Not Published	Not Published
Clutch	Not Published	Wet multi-disc (power shuttle)
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Mechanical rear differential lock	Mechanical rear differential lock, right side heel pedal

Frame Type	Not Published	Drop-axle rear with bull gear final drives
Steering	Hydrostatic Power Steering	Power steering, tilt steering wheel
Brakes	Wet, Multi-disc	Internal wet disc brakes, individual control via independent foot pedals
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Not Published	Deluxe suspended seat with armrests and seat belt (vinyl on ROPS, cloth on cab)
Front Axle Type	Mechanical front-wheel drive (4WD)	Cast steel 4WD front axle with center drive line and bevel-gear final drives
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published

Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	133 in	130.7 in
Overall Width	62.5 in	64.2 in
Wheelbase	73.2 in	71.1 in
Ground Clearance	Not Published	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS	95 in	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	91.3 in

Tractor Weight (Base)	3,869 lb	ROPS: 3,638 lb; Cab: 4,068 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published

Tire Size & Options	R1 Agricultural, R3 Turf, R4 Industrial	Ag: 8-16 front, 12.4-24 rear (13.6-24 optional); turf: 27x8.50-15 front, 41x14.00-20 rear; industrial: 10-16.5 front, 17.5L-24 rear (also 250/75R16 front, 400/80R24 rear)
R1 Agricultural - Front	9.5-16	8-16
R1 Agricultural - Rear	13.6-24	12.4-24 (13.6-24 optional)
R3 Turf - Front	28x8.5-15	27x8.50-15
R3 Turf - Rear	41x14-20	41x14.00-20
R4 Industrial - Front	12-16.5	10-16.5 or 250/75R16
R4 Industrial - Rear	17.5L-24	17.5L-24 or 400/80R24

Quick Attach Loader System	LL4106, LL4001: 2 lever skid steer coupler (universal skid steer attachments)	DL125: universal skid steer or compact quick-attach tool carrier
Loader Model	LL4106; LL4001	DL125
Loader Lift Height	LL4106: 94.4 in; LL4001: 104.3 in	DL125: 102.4 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	LL4106: 2,680 lb; LL4001: 2,998 lb	DL125: 1,840 lb
Loader Breakout Force	LL4106: 4,063 lb; LL4001: 4,295 lb	DL125: 2,190 lb

Warranty Length & Coverage	6-year limited powertrain warranty	5-year powertrain warranty

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LS Tractor MT342 vs Massey Ferguson 1742: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the LS Tractor MT342 or the Massey Ferguson 1742?

The LS Tractor MT342 leads on engine hp at 42 hp hp, compared to 41.6 hp hp for the Massey Ferguson 1742.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the LS Tractor MT342 or the Massey Ferguson 1742?

The LS Tractor MT342 leads on pto hp at 35.7 hp hp, compared to 32.8 hp hp for the Massey Ferguson 1742.

Which is heavier, the LS Tractor MT342 or the Massey Ferguson 1742?

The Massey Ferguson 1742 leads on weight at 4,068 lb lb, compared to 3,869 lb lb for the LS Tractor MT342.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the LS Tractor MT342 or the Massey Ferguson 1742?

The LS Tractor MT342 leads on loader lift at 2,998 lb lb, compared to 1,840 lb lb for the Massey Ferguson 1742.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the LS Tractor MT342 or the Massey Ferguson 1742?

The Massey Ferguson 1742 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,535 lb lb, compared to 2,469 lb lb for the LS Tractor MT342.

LS Tractor MT342 vs Massey Ferguson 1742

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