LS Tractor XR4140 vs Massey Ferguson 1740M

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 XR4140 leads 4 categories to 3 (1 tied). Machine pages: LS Tractor XR4140 and Massey Ferguson 1740M.

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Category Verdict

Spec	LS Tractor XR4140	Massey Ferguson 1740M
Engine HP (hp)	40 hp	40 hp
PTO HP (hp)	▲ 34.4 hp	31.2 hp
Weight (lb)	▲ 4,210 lb	3,406 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	▲ 2,713 lb	1,660 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	2,469 lb	▲ 2,535 lb
Lift Height (in)	96.3 in	▲ 106 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	▲ 3,802 lbf	3,000 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	12.3 gpm	▲ 12.6 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	16.8 mph	n/a

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LS Tractor XR4140Massey Ferguson 1740M

Engine HPhp

▲40 hp

PTO HPhp

▲34.4 hp

31.2 hp

Weightlb

3,770 lb

▲4,210 lb

3,373 lb

3,406 lb

Roll-barCabin12x12 Power ShuttleHST

Loader Liftlb

▲2,713 lb

1,660 lb

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 TractorXR4140	Massey Ferguson1740M


Engine Manufacturer	LS Mtron	Shibaura
Engine Model	L3C19-T4	N3LDI-T
Engine Type	4-stroke, vertical, water cooling, CRDI	3-cylinder turbocharged intercooled diesel, liquid-cooled
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Displacement	114.7 in³	101.4 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2600 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	40 hp	40 hp
PTO Power	34.4 hp	31.2 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Not Published	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Water-cooled	Liquid-cooled
Air Cleaner	Dry	Dry
Fuel System	Delphi CRDI (Common Rail Direct Injection)	Common rail direct injection
Alternator	70 A, 12 V	Not Published

Pump Type	Gear pump type, engine drive	Engine-driven gear-type pump
Implement Flow	8.2 gpm	Not Published
Steering Flow	4.1 gpm (mechanical); 5.5 gpm (HST)	Not Published
Total Hydraulic Flow	12.3 gpm	Not Published
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	Not Published	12.6 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Not Published	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	12.1 gpm
No. of Standard Remote Valves	2 pairs	Cab: 1 pair
No. of Optional Remote Valves	Not Published	Up to 3

Fuel Tank Capacity	10.6 gal (roll-bar); 12.4 gal (cabin)	10.56 gal
Coolant Capacity	2.3 gal	6.34 qt
Crankcase Capacity	1.6 gal	4.86 qt
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	11.4 gal	12x12 Power Shuttle: 8.18 gal; HST: 7.4 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	2.1 gal	7.9 qt

PTO Type	Independent PTO with wet disk clutch	Independent, with soft-start feature
PTO Rear	540 (standard); 540 / 750 / 1,000 (optional 3-speed)	540 rpm (6-spline)
Mid-PTO Availability	Optional, 2000 rpm	Optional, 2,000 rpm
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I	Category I with extendable ball ends
Hitch Lift Capacity	2,756 lb	Not Published
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	2,469 lb	2,535 lb
Lift Control Type	Position and draft control	Draft control optional

Transmission Type	Synchro-shuttle (mechanical)	12 x 12 power shuttle or 3-range hydrostatic
No. of Speeds	F16 x R16 (F32 x R16 with creeper, optional)	12x12 Power Shuttle: 12F / 12R; HST: 3-range infinite
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	16.8 mph	Not Published
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	15.3 mph	Not Published
Clutch	Dry single clutch (mechanical only)	Single stage dry type
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Mechanical pedal type differential lock	Mechanical engagement via right side heel pedal

Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Steering	Hydrostatic	Power steering
Brakes	Wet, multi-disc	Internal wet disc brakes, independent foot pedals
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Not Published	Suspended seat with armrests and seat belts (vinyl on ROPS, cloth on cab), tilt steering
Front Axle Type	Not Published	Cast-steel 4WD front axle, center driveline, bevel-gear final drives
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published

Overall Width	62.5 in	64.2 in
Wheelbase	73.2 in	69.7 in
Ground Clearance	Not Published	15.4 in
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	9.5 ft (with brake applied)	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS	93 in	99.2 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	88.1 in	91.3 in
Overall Length	133 in (bumper to link)	122.0 in

Tractor Weight (Base)	Roll-bar: 3,770 lb; Cabin: 4,210 lb	12x12 Power Shuttle: 3,373 lb; HST: 3,406 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published

Tire Size & Options	Ag 9.5-16 / 13.6-24; Turf 28x8.5-15 / 41x14-20; Industrial 12-16.5 / 17.5L-24	Agricultural, Turf, Industrial, Snow
R1 Agricultural - Front	9.5-16 (6PR)	8-16
R1 Agricultural - Rear	13.6-24 (8PR)	12.4x24
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
R4 Industrial - Rear	17.5L-24	17.5L-24

Quick Attach Loader System	Not Published	DL125: Pin-on (skid steer quick attach optional)
Loader Model	LL4104	DL125
Loader Lift Height	LL4104: 96.3 in	DL125: 106 in (at pivot pin)
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	LL4104: 2,713 lb (at pivot pin)	DL125: 1,660 lb (at pivot pin, full height)
Loader Breakout Force	LL4104: 3,802 lb (at pivot pin)	DL125: 3,000 lb (at pivot pin)

Warranty Length & Coverage	General: 2 years or 750 hours (whichever occurs first). Extended powertrain: 6 years or 1,500 hours (whichever occurs first), for tractors retailed after January 1, 2017	Five-year powertrain warranty

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LS Tractor XR4140 vs Massey Ferguson 1740M: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the LS Tractor XR4140 or the Massey Ferguson 1740M?: They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 40 hp hp for engine hp.
Which has more PTO horsepower, the LS Tractor XR4140 or the Massey Ferguson 1740M?: The LS Tractor XR4140 leads on pto hp at 34.4 hp hp, compared to 31.2 hp hp for the Massey Ferguson 1740M.
Which is heavier, the LS Tractor XR4140 or the Massey Ferguson 1740M?: The LS Tractor XR4140 leads on weight at 4,210 lb lb, compared to 3,406 lb lb for the Massey Ferguson 1740M.
Which has more loader lift capacity, the LS Tractor XR4140 or the Massey Ferguson 1740M?: The LS Tractor XR4140 leads on loader lift at 2,713 lb lb, compared to 1,660 lb lb for the Massey Ferguson 1740M.
Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the LS Tractor XR4140 or the Massey Ferguson 1740M?: The Massey Ferguson 1740M leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,535 lb lb, compared to 2,469 lb lb for the LS Tractor XR4140.

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Category Verdict

Spec	LS Tractor XR4140	Massey Ferguson 1740M
Engine HP (hp)	40 hp	40 hp
PTO HP (hp)	▲ 34.4 hp	31.2 hp
Weight (lb)	▲ 4,210 lb	3,406 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	▲ 2,713 lb	1,660 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	2,469 lb	▲ 2,535 lb
Lift Height (in)	96.3 in	▲ 106 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	▲ 3,802 lbf	3,000 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	12.3 gpm	▲ 12.6 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	16.8 mph	n/a

The headline numbers at a glance.

LS Tractor XR4140Massey Ferguson 1740M

Engine HPhp

▲40 hp

PTO HPhp

▲34.4 hp

31.2 hp

Weightlb

3,770 lb

▲4,210 lb

3,373 lb

3,406 lb

Roll-barCabin12x12 Power ShuttleHST

Loader Liftlb

▲2,713 lb

1,660 lb

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 TractorXR4140	Massey Ferguson1740M


Engine Manufacturer	LS Mtron	Shibaura
Engine Model	L3C19-T4	N3LDI-T
Engine Type	4-stroke, vertical, water cooling, CRDI	3-cylinder turbocharged intercooled diesel, liquid-cooled
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Displacement	114.7 in³	101.4 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2600 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	40 hp	40 hp
PTO Power	34.4 hp	31.2 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Not Published	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Water-cooled	Liquid-cooled
Air Cleaner	Dry	Dry
Fuel System	Delphi CRDI (Common Rail Direct Injection)	Common rail direct injection
Alternator	70 A, 12 V	Not Published

Pump Type	Gear pump type, engine drive	Engine-driven gear-type pump
Implement Flow	8.2 gpm	Not Published
Steering Flow	4.1 gpm (mechanical); 5.5 gpm (HST)	Not Published
Total Hydraulic Flow	12.3 gpm	Not Published
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	Not Published	12.6 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Not Published	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	12.1 gpm
No. of Standard Remote Valves	2 pairs	Cab: 1 pair
No. of Optional Remote Valves	Not Published	Up to 3

Fuel Tank Capacity	10.6 gal (roll-bar); 12.4 gal (cabin)	10.56 gal
Coolant Capacity	2.3 gal	6.34 qt
Crankcase Capacity	1.6 gal	4.86 qt
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	11.4 gal	12x12 Power Shuttle: 8.18 gal; HST: 7.4 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	2.1 gal	7.9 qt

PTO Type	Independent PTO with wet disk clutch	Independent, with soft-start feature
PTO Rear	540 (standard); 540 / 750 / 1,000 (optional 3-speed)	540 rpm (6-spline)
Mid-PTO Availability	Optional, 2000 rpm	Optional, 2,000 rpm
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I	Category I with extendable ball ends
Hitch Lift Capacity	2,756 lb	Not Published
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	2,469 lb	2,535 lb
Lift Control Type	Position and draft control	Draft control optional

Transmission Type	Synchro-shuttle (mechanical)	12 x 12 power shuttle or 3-range hydrostatic
No. of Speeds	F16 x R16 (F32 x R16 with creeper, optional)	12x12 Power Shuttle: 12F / 12R; HST: 3-range infinite
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	16.8 mph	Not Published
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	15.3 mph	Not Published
Clutch	Dry single clutch (mechanical only)	Single stage dry type
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Mechanical pedal type differential lock	Mechanical engagement via right side heel pedal

Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Steering	Hydrostatic	Power steering
Brakes	Wet, multi-disc	Internal wet disc brakes, independent foot pedals
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Not Published	Suspended seat with armrests and seat belts (vinyl on ROPS, cloth on cab), tilt steering
Front Axle Type	Not Published	Cast-steel 4WD front axle, center driveline, bevel-gear final drives
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published

Overall Width	62.5 in	64.2 in
Wheelbase	73.2 in	69.7 in
Ground Clearance	Not Published	15.4 in
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	9.5 ft (with brake applied)	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS	93 in	99.2 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	88.1 in	91.3 in
Overall Length	133 in (bumper to link)	122.0 in

Tractor Weight (Base)	Roll-bar: 3,770 lb; Cabin: 4,210 lb	12x12 Power Shuttle: 3,373 lb; HST: 3,406 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published

Tire Size & Options	Ag 9.5-16 / 13.6-24; Turf 28x8.5-15 / 41x14-20; Industrial 12-16.5 / 17.5L-24	Agricultural, Turf, Industrial, Snow
R1 Agricultural - Front	9.5-16 (6PR)	8-16
R1 Agricultural - Rear	13.6-24 (8PR)	12.4x24
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
R4 Industrial - Rear	17.5L-24	17.5L-24

Quick Attach Loader System	Not Published	DL125: Pin-on (skid steer quick attach optional)
Loader Model	LL4104	DL125
Loader Lift Height	LL4104: 96.3 in	DL125: 106 in (at pivot pin)
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	LL4104: 2,713 lb (at pivot pin)	DL125: 1,660 lb (at pivot pin, full height)
Loader Breakout Force	LL4104: 3,802 lb (at pivot pin)	DL125: 3,000 lb (at pivot pin)

Warranty Length & Coverage	General: 2 years or 750 hours (whichever occurs first). Extended powertrain: 6 years or 1,500 hours (whichever occurs first), for tractors retailed after January 1, 2017	Five-year powertrain warranty

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LS Tractor XR4140 vs Massey Ferguson 1740M: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the LS Tractor XR4140 or the Massey Ferguson 1740M?

They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 40 hp hp for engine hp.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the LS Tractor XR4140 or the Massey Ferguson 1740M?

The LS Tractor XR4140 leads on pto hp at 34.4 hp hp, compared to 31.2 hp hp for the Massey Ferguson 1740M.

Which is heavier, the LS Tractor XR4140 or the Massey Ferguson 1740M?

The LS Tractor XR4140 leads on weight at 4,210 lb lb, compared to 3,406 lb lb for the Massey Ferguson 1740M.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the LS Tractor XR4140 or the Massey Ferguson 1740M?

The LS Tractor XR4140 leads on loader lift at 2,713 lb lb, compared to 1,660 lb lb for the Massey Ferguson 1740M.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the LS Tractor XR4140 or the Massey Ferguson 1740M?

The Massey Ferguson 1740M leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,535 lb lb, compared to 2,469 lb lb for the LS Tractor XR4140.

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