Mahindra 4540 4WD 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 Mahindra 4540 4WD leads 5 categories to 3. Machine pages: Mahindra 4540 4WD and Massey Ferguson 1742.

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Category Verdict

Spec	Mahindra 4540 4WD	Massey Ferguson 1742
Engine HP (hp)	41 hp	▲ 41.6 hp
PTO HP (hp)	31 hp	▲ 32.8 hp
Weight (lb)	▲ 5,192 lb	4,068 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	▲ 2,866 lb	1,840 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	▲ 3,527 lb	2,535 lb
Lift Height (in)	▲ 116.6 in	102.4 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	▲ 4,978 lbf	2,190 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	8.7 gpm	▲ 11.6 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	17.6 mph	n/a

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Mahindra 4540 4WDMassey Ferguson 1742

Engine HPhp

41 hp

▲41.6 hp

PTO HPhp

31 hp

▲32.8 hp

31.6 hp

GearHST

Weightlb

▲5,192 lb

3,638 lb

4,068 lb

ROPSCab

Loader Liftlb

▲2,866 lb

1,840 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

▲3,527 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	Mahindra4540 4WD	Massey Ferguson1742


Engine Manufacturer	Mahindra	Mitsubishi
Engine Model	MDI 2700 R2	K38
Engine Type	Four-stroke, direct-injection water-cooled, diesel	3-cylinder turbocharged and intercooled diesel
No. of Cylinders	4	3
Displacement	166.7 in³	101 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2300 rpm	2500 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	41 hp	41.6 hp
PTO Power	31 hp	Gear: 32.8 hp; HST: 31.6 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Water-cooled	Liquid-cooled
Air Cleaner	Dry type with safety cartridge and dust unloader valve	Not Published
Fuel System	Direct injection	Common-rail, direct injection, electronic engine management
Alternator	45 A, 12 V	Not Published

Pump Type	Not Published	Engine-driven gear-type pump
Implement Flow	8.7 gpm	11.6 gpm
Steering Flow	5.8 gpm	6.8 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	8.7 gpm	Not Published
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	8.7 gpm	Not Published
Hydraulic System Type	Open center, full-live hydraulic, with position and draft control	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	11.6 gpm
No. of Standard Remote Valves	None	1
No. of Optional Remote Valves	1 spool	Up to 3

Fuel Tank Capacity	14.55 gal	14.5 gal
Coolant Capacity	2.25 gal	Not Published
Crankcase Capacity	2.14 gal	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	10.57 gal	Not Published
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	2.24 gal	Not Published

PTO Type	Live	Independent, electro-hydraulically engaged
PTO Rear	540 rpm @ 2058 engine rpm	540 rpm (1-3/8 in 6-spline)
Mid-PTO Availability	Not Published	Optional, 2000 rpm
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I & II adjustable, with telescopic stabilizers	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity	3,527 lb	Not Published
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	Not Published	2,535 lb
Lift Control Type	Position & draft control	Position control; draft control optional

Transmission Type	Full constant mesh	12x12 power shuttle (4 gears, 3 ranges) or 3-range electronic Servo-HST
No. of Speeds	8F / 2R	Power shuttle: 12F / 12R; Servo-HST: 3-range infinite
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	17.6 mph	Not Published
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	7.53 mph	Not Published
Clutch	Dual	Wet multi-disc (power shuttle)
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Foot-operated differential lock	Mechanical engagement via heel pedal

Frame Type	Not Published	Drop-axle rear with bull gear final drives
Steering	Hydrostatic power steering	Power steering, tilt steering wheel
Brakes	Fully enclosed dry disc	Internal wet disc brakes, independent foot pedals
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	mComfort mechanical suspension seat	Suspended seat with armrests and seat belt (vinyl on ROPS, cloth on cab)
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	82.6 in	64.2 in
Wheelbase	76.7 in	71.1 in
Ground Clearance	8.7 in	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	147.63 in	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS	92.6 in	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	91.3 in
Overall Length	128.9 in	130.7 in

Tractor Weight (Base)	5,192 lb (operating weight)	ROPS: 3,638 lb; Cab: 4,068 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	6,746 lb (5,192 + 1,554, computed; 4550-1.1 gal loader transport weight)	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published

Tire Size & Options	Industrial (standard); Agri (optional)	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	9.5X16	8-16
R1 Agricultural - Rear	12.4X28	12.4-24 (13.6-24 optional)
R3 Turf - Front	Not Published	27x8.50-15
R3 Turf - Rear	Not Published	41x14.00-20
R4 Industrial - Front	12X16.5	10-16.5 or 250/75R16
R4 Industrial - Rear	16.9X24	17.5L-24 or 400/80R24

Quick Attach Loader System	Skid-steer style quick-attach coupler	DL125: universal skid steer or exclusive compact quick-attach implement tool carrier
Loader Model	4550-4L	DL125
Loader Lift Height	116.6 in	DL125: 102.4 in (at pivot pin)
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	2,866 lb at pivot pins to full height	DL125: 1,840 lb (at pivot pin, full height)
Loader Breakout Force	4,978 lb at pivot pins	DL125: 2,190 lb (at pivot pin)

Warranty Length & Coverage	7-Year Limited Powertrain Warranty	5-year powertrain warranty

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Mahindra 4540 4WD vs Massey Ferguson 1742: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Mahindra 4540 4WD or the Massey Ferguson 1742?: The Massey Ferguson 1742 leads on engine hp at 41.6 hp hp, compared to 41 hp hp for the Mahindra 4540 4WD.
Which has more PTO horsepower, the Mahindra 4540 4WD or the Massey Ferguson 1742?: The Massey Ferguson 1742 leads on pto hp at 32.8 hp hp, compared to 31 hp hp for the Mahindra 4540 4WD.
Which is heavier, the Mahindra 4540 4WD or the Massey Ferguson 1742?: The Mahindra 4540 4WD leads on weight at 5,192 lb lb, compared to 4,068 lb lb for the Massey Ferguson 1742.
Which has more loader lift capacity, the Mahindra 4540 4WD or the Massey Ferguson 1742?: The Mahindra 4540 4WD leads on loader lift at 2,866 lb lb, compared to 1,840 lb lb for the Massey Ferguson 1742.
Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Mahindra 4540 4WD or the Massey Ferguson 1742?: The Mahindra 4540 4WD leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 3,527 lb lb, compared to 2,535 lb lb for the Massey Ferguson 1742.

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Category Verdict

Spec	Mahindra 4540 4WD	Massey Ferguson 1742
Engine HP (hp)	41 hp	▲ 41.6 hp
PTO HP (hp)	31 hp	▲ 32.8 hp
Weight (lb)	▲ 5,192 lb	4,068 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	▲ 2,866 lb	1,840 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	▲ 3,527 lb	2,535 lb
Lift Height (in)	▲ 116.6 in	102.4 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	▲ 4,978 lbf	2,190 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	8.7 gpm	▲ 11.6 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	17.6 mph	n/a

The headline numbers at a glance.

Mahindra 4540 4WDMassey Ferguson 1742

Engine HPhp

41 hp

▲41.6 hp

PTO HPhp

31 hp

▲32.8 hp

31.6 hp

GearHST

Weightlb

▲5,192 lb

3,638 lb

4,068 lb

ROPSCab

Loader Liftlb

▲2,866 lb

1,840 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

▲3,527 lb

2,535 lb

at pin

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	Mahindra4540 4WD	Massey Ferguson1742


Engine Manufacturer	Mahindra	Mitsubishi
Engine Model	MDI 2700 R2	K38
Engine Type	Four-stroke, direct-injection water-cooled, diesel	3-cylinder turbocharged and intercooled diesel
No. of Cylinders	4	3
Displacement	166.7 in³	101 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2300 rpm	2500 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	41 hp	41.6 hp
PTO Power	31 hp	Gear: 32.8 hp; HST: 31.6 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Water-cooled	Liquid-cooled
Air Cleaner	Dry type with safety cartridge and dust unloader valve	Not Published
Fuel System	Direct injection	Common-rail, direct injection, electronic engine management
Alternator	45 A, 12 V	Not Published

Pump Type	Not Published	Engine-driven gear-type pump
Implement Flow	8.7 gpm	11.6 gpm
Steering Flow	5.8 gpm	6.8 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	8.7 gpm	Not Published
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	8.7 gpm	Not Published
Hydraulic System Type	Open center, full-live hydraulic, with position and draft control	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	11.6 gpm
No. of Standard Remote Valves	None	1
No. of Optional Remote Valves	1 spool	Up to 3

Fuel Tank Capacity	14.55 gal	14.5 gal
Coolant Capacity	2.25 gal	Not Published
Crankcase Capacity	2.14 gal	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	10.57 gal	Not Published
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	2.24 gal	Not Published

PTO Type	Live	Independent, electro-hydraulically engaged
PTO Rear	540 rpm @ 2058 engine rpm	540 rpm (1-3/8 in 6-spline)
Mid-PTO Availability	Not Published	Optional, 2000 rpm
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I & II adjustable, with telescopic stabilizers	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity	3,527 lb	Not Published
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	Not Published	2,535 lb
Lift Control Type	Position & draft control	Position control; draft control optional

Transmission Type	Full constant mesh	12x12 power shuttle (4 gears, 3 ranges) or 3-range electronic Servo-HST
No. of Speeds	8F / 2R	Power shuttle: 12F / 12R; Servo-HST: 3-range infinite
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	17.6 mph	Not Published
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	7.53 mph	Not Published
Clutch	Dual	Wet multi-disc (power shuttle)
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Foot-operated differential lock	Mechanical engagement via heel pedal

Frame Type	Not Published	Drop-axle rear with bull gear final drives
Steering	Hydrostatic power steering	Power steering, tilt steering wheel
Brakes	Fully enclosed dry disc	Internal wet disc brakes, independent foot pedals
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	mComfort mechanical suspension seat	Suspended seat with armrests and seat belt (vinyl on ROPS, cloth on cab)
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	82.6 in	64.2 in
Wheelbase	76.7 in	71.1 in
Ground Clearance	8.7 in	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	147.63 in	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS	92.6 in	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	Not Published	91.3 in
Overall Length	128.9 in	130.7 in

Tractor Weight (Base)	5,192 lb (operating weight)	ROPS: 3,638 lb; Cab: 4,068 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	6,746 lb (5,192 + 1,554, computed; 4550-1.1 gal loader transport weight)	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published

Tire Size & Options	Industrial (standard); Agri (optional)	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	9.5X16	8-16
R1 Agricultural - Rear	12.4X28	12.4-24 (13.6-24 optional)
R3 Turf - Front	Not Published	27x8.50-15
R3 Turf - Rear	Not Published	41x14.00-20
R4 Industrial - Front	12X16.5	10-16.5 or 250/75R16
R4 Industrial - Rear	16.9X24	17.5L-24 or 400/80R24

Quick Attach Loader System	Skid-steer style quick-attach coupler	DL125: universal skid steer or exclusive compact quick-attach implement tool carrier
Loader Model	4550-4L	DL125
Loader Lift Height	116.6 in	DL125: 102.4 in (at pivot pin)
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	2,866 lb at pivot pins to full height	DL125: 1,840 lb (at pivot pin, full height)
Loader Breakout Force	4,978 lb at pivot pins	DL125: 2,190 lb (at pivot pin)

Warranty Length & Coverage	7-Year Limited Powertrain Warranty	5-year powertrain warranty

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Mahindra 4540 4WD vs Massey Ferguson 1742: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Mahindra 4540 4WD or the Massey Ferguson 1742?

The Massey Ferguson 1742 leads on engine hp at 41.6 hp hp, compared to 41 hp hp for the Mahindra 4540 4WD.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Mahindra 4540 4WD or the Massey Ferguson 1742?

The Massey Ferguson 1742 leads on pto hp at 32.8 hp hp, compared to 31 hp hp for the Mahindra 4540 4WD.

Which is heavier, the Mahindra 4540 4WD or the Massey Ferguson 1742?

The Mahindra 4540 4WD leads on weight at 5,192 lb lb, compared to 4,068 lb lb for the Massey Ferguson 1742.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Mahindra 4540 4WD or the Massey Ferguson 1742?

The Mahindra 4540 4WD leads on loader lift at 2,866 lb lb, compared to 1,840 lb lb for the Massey Ferguson 1742.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Mahindra 4540 4WD or the Massey Ferguson 1742?

The Mahindra 4540 4WD leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 3,527 lb lb, compared to 2,535 lb lb for the Massey Ferguson 1742.

Mahindra 4540 4WD vs Massey Ferguson 1742

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