Massey Ferguson 1742 vs Massey Ferguson 2604H

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 Massey Ferguson 2604H leads 7 categories to 1. Machine pages: Massey Ferguson 1742 and Massey Ferguson 2604H.

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Category Verdict

Spec	Massey Ferguson 1742	Massey Ferguson 2604H
Engine HP (hp)	41.6 hp	▲ 45 hp
PTO HP (hp)	32.8 hp	▲ 38 hp
Weight (lb)	4,068 lb	▲ 4,927 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	1,840 lb	▲ 2,810 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	▲ 2,535 lb	2,204 lb
Lift Height (in)	102.4 in	▲ 114 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	2,190 lbf	▲ 4,240 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	11.6 gpm	▲ 15.7 gpm

The headline numbers at a glance.

Massey Ferguson 1742Massey Ferguson 2604H

Engine HPhp

41.6 hp

▲45 hp

PTO HPhp

32.8 hp

31.6 hp

▲38 hp

GearHST

Weightlb

3,638 lb

4,068 lb

4,597 lb

▲4,927 lb

ROPSCab2WD4WD

Loader Liftlb

1,840 lb

▲2,810 lb

2,470 lb

FLx2815911X

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

▲2,535 lb

2,204 lb

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	Massey Ferguson1742	Massey Ferguson2604H


Engine Manufacturer	Mitsubishi	Simpson
Engine Model	K38	SJV326
Engine Type	3-cylinder turbocharged and intercooled diesel	3-cylinder, turbocharged, intercooled
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Displacement	101 in³	157.9 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2500 rpm	2000 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	41.6 hp	45 hp
PTO Power	Gear: 32.8 hp; HST: 31.6 hp	38 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Liquid-cooled	Liquid cooled
Air Cleaner	Not Published	Not Published
Fuel System	Common-rail, direct injection, electronic engine management	Electronically controlled high-pressure common rail
Alternator	Not Published	Not Published

Pump Type	Engine-driven gear-type pump	Mark 1A scotch yoke piston pump
Implement Flow	11.6 gpm	Not Published
Steering Flow	6.8 gpm	Not Published
Total Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	15.7 gpm
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	Not Published	15.7 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	11.6 gpm	10.6 gpm
No. of Standard Remote Valves	1	One
No. of Optional Remote Valves	Up to 3	Not Published

Fuel Tank Capacity	14.5 gal	14.5 gal
Coolant Capacity	Not Published	4 gal
Crankcase Capacity	Not Published	2.5 gal
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	Not Published	10.5 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	Not Published	4WD: 1.5 gal differential, plus 0.23 gal per wheel end

PTO Type	Independent, electro-hydraulically engaged	Live
PTO Rear	540 rpm (1-3/8 in 6-spline)	540 rpm, 6-spline
Mid-PTO Availability	Optional, 2000 rpm	Not Published
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I	Category I and II
Hitch Lift Capacity	Not Published	3,747 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	2,535 lb	2,204 lb
Lift Control Type	Position control; draft control optional	Draft, position and response control

Transmission Type	12x12 power shuttle (4 gears, 3 ranges) or 3-range electronic Servo-HST	8F x 2R SideShift sliding gear
No. of Speeds	Power shuttle: 12F / 12R; Servo-HST: 3-range infinite	8 forward and 2 reverse
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	Not Published	Not Published
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	Not Published	Not Published
Clutch	Wet multi-disc (power shuttle)	Dual dry
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Mechanical engagement via heel pedal	Mechanical engagement via right-side heel pedal

Frame Type	Drop-axle rear with bull gear final drives	Not Published
Steering	Power steering, tilt steering wheel	Hydrostatic steering with separate reservoir
Brakes	Internal wet disc brakes, independent foot pedals	Drum brakes
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Suspended seat with armrests and seat belt (vinyl on ROPS, cloth on cab)	ReverseRise adjustable seat with fixed steering column
Front Axle Type	Cast-steel 4WD front axle, center driveline, bevel-gear final drives	2WD: straight adjustable; 4WD: planetary reduction
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published

Overall Width	64.2 in	64.6 in
Wheelbase	71.1 in	2WD: 80.7 in; 4WD: 81.5 in
Ground Clearance	Not Published	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS	Not Published	90.6 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	91.3 in	Not Published
Overall Length	130.7 in	2WD: 138 in; 4WD: 139 in

Tractor Weight (Base)	ROPS: 3,638 lb; Cab: 4,068 lb	2WD: 4,597 lb; 4WD: 4,927 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published

Tire Size & Options	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)	2WD standard (ag): 6x16 front, 12.4x28 rear; 2WD optional (ag): 7.5x16 front, 13.6x28 rear; 4WD standard (ag): 10.5/80-18 front, 12.4x28 rear
R1 Agricultural - Front	8-16	2WD: 6x16 (7.5x16 optional); 4WD: 10.5/80-18
R1 Agricultural - Rear	12.4-24 (13.6-24 optional)	2WD: 12.4x28 (13.6x28 optional); 4WD: 12.4x28
R3 Turf - Front	27x8.50-15	Not Published
R3 Turf - Rear	41x14.00-20	Not Published
R4 Industrial - Front	10-16.5 or 250/75R16	Not Published
R4 Industrial - Rear	17.5L-24 or 400/80R24	Not Published

Quick Attach Loader System	DL125: universal skid steer or exclusive compact quick-attach implement tool carrier	Skid steer style coupling
Loader Model	DL125	FLx2815 (2WD); 911X (4WD)
Loader Lift Height	DL125: 102.4 in (at pivot pin)	FLx2815: 111 in; 911X: 114 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	DL125: 1,840 lb (at pivot pin, full height)	FLx2815: 2,810 lb (at pivot pin); 911X: 2,470 lb (at pivot pins)
Loader Breakout Force	DL125: 2,190 lb (at pivot pin)	FLx2815: 4,240 lb (at pivot pin)

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

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Massey Ferguson 1742 vs Massey Ferguson 2604H: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Massey Ferguson 1742 or the Massey Ferguson 2604H?: The Massey Ferguson 2604H leads on engine hp at 45 hp hp, compared to 41.6 hp hp for the Massey Ferguson 1742.
Which has more PTO horsepower, the Massey Ferguson 1742 or the Massey Ferguson 2604H?: The Massey Ferguson 2604H leads on pto hp at 38 hp hp, compared to 32.8 hp hp for the Massey Ferguson 1742.
Which is heavier, the Massey Ferguson 1742 or the Massey Ferguson 2604H?: The Massey Ferguson 2604H leads on weight at 4,927 lb lb, compared to 4,068 lb lb for the Massey Ferguson 1742.
Which has more loader lift capacity, the Massey Ferguson 1742 or the Massey Ferguson 2604H?: The Massey Ferguson 2604H leads on loader lift at 2,810 lb lb, compared to 1,840 lb lb for the Massey Ferguson 1742.
Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Massey Ferguson 1742 or the Massey Ferguson 2604H?: The Massey Ferguson 1742 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,535 lb lb, compared to 2,204 lb lb for the Massey Ferguson 2604H.

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Category Verdict

Spec	Massey Ferguson 1742	Massey Ferguson 2604H
Engine HP (hp)	41.6 hp	▲ 45 hp
PTO HP (hp)	32.8 hp	▲ 38 hp
Weight (lb)	4,068 lb	▲ 4,927 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	1,840 lb	▲ 2,810 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	▲ 2,535 lb	2,204 lb
Lift Height (in)	102.4 in	▲ 114 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	2,190 lbf	▲ 4,240 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	11.6 gpm	▲ 15.7 gpm

The headline numbers at a glance.

Massey Ferguson 1742Massey Ferguson 2604H

Engine HPhp

41.6 hp

▲45 hp

PTO HPhp

32.8 hp

31.6 hp

▲38 hp

GearHST

Weightlb

3,638 lb

4,068 lb

4,597 lb

▲4,927 lb

ROPSCab2WD4WD

Loader Liftlb

1,840 lb

▲2,810 lb

2,470 lb

FLx2815911X

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

▲2,535 lb

2,204 lb

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Full Spec Sheet

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

Spec	Massey Ferguson1742	Massey Ferguson2604H


Engine Manufacturer	Mitsubishi	Simpson
Engine Model	K38	SJV326
Engine Type	3-cylinder turbocharged and intercooled diesel	3-cylinder, turbocharged, intercooled
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Displacement	101 in³	157.9 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2500 rpm	2000 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	41.6 hp	45 hp
PTO Power	Gear: 32.8 hp; HST: 31.6 hp	38 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Tier 4	Tier 4
Cooling System Type	Liquid-cooled	Liquid cooled
Air Cleaner	Not Published	Not Published
Fuel System	Common-rail, direct injection, electronic engine management	Electronically controlled high-pressure common rail
Alternator	Not Published	Not Published

Pump Type	Engine-driven gear-type pump	Mark 1A scotch yoke piston pump
Implement Flow	11.6 gpm	Not Published
Steering Flow	6.8 gpm	Not Published
Total Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	15.7 gpm
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	Not Published	15.7 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	11.6 gpm	10.6 gpm
No. of Standard Remote Valves	1	One
No. of Optional Remote Valves	Up to 3	Not Published

Fuel Tank Capacity	14.5 gal	14.5 gal
Coolant Capacity	Not Published	4 gal
Crankcase Capacity	Not Published	2.5 gal
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	Not Published	10.5 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	Not Published	4WD: 1.5 gal differential, plus 0.23 gal per wheel end

PTO Type	Independent, electro-hydraulically engaged	Live
PTO Rear	540 rpm (1-3/8 in 6-spline)	540 rpm, 6-spline
Mid-PTO Availability	Optional, 2000 rpm	Not Published
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I	Category I and II
Hitch Lift Capacity	Not Published	3,747 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	2,535 lb	2,204 lb
Lift Control Type	Position control; draft control optional	Draft, position and response control

Transmission Type	12x12 power shuttle (4 gears, 3 ranges) or 3-range electronic Servo-HST	8F x 2R SideShift sliding gear
No. of Speeds	Power shuttle: 12F / 12R; Servo-HST: 3-range infinite	8 forward and 2 reverse
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	Not Published	Not Published
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	Not Published	Not Published
Clutch	Wet multi-disc (power shuttle)	Dual dry
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Mechanical engagement via heel pedal	Mechanical engagement via right-side heel pedal

Frame Type	Drop-axle rear with bull gear final drives	Not Published
Steering	Power steering, tilt steering wheel	Hydrostatic steering with separate reservoir
Brakes	Internal wet disc brakes, independent foot pedals	Drum brakes
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Suspended seat with armrests and seat belt (vinyl on ROPS, cloth on cab)	ReverseRise adjustable seat with fixed steering column
Front Axle Type	Cast-steel 4WD front axle, center driveline, bevel-gear final drives	2WD: straight adjustable; 4WD: planetary reduction
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published

Overall Width	64.2 in	64.6 in
Wheelbase	71.1 in	2WD: 80.7 in; 4WD: 81.5 in
Ground Clearance	Not Published	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS	Not Published	90.6 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	91.3 in	Not Published
Overall Length	130.7 in	2WD: 138 in; 4WD: 139 in

Tractor Weight (Base)	ROPS: 3,638 lb; Cab: 4,068 lb	2WD: 4,597 lb; 4WD: 4,927 lb
Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	Not Published
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Published

Tire Size & Options	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)	2WD standard (ag): 6x16 front, 12.4x28 rear; 2WD optional (ag): 7.5x16 front, 13.6x28 rear; 4WD standard (ag): 10.5/80-18 front, 12.4x28 rear
R1 Agricultural - Front	8-16	2WD: 6x16 (7.5x16 optional); 4WD: 10.5/80-18
R1 Agricultural - Rear	12.4-24 (13.6-24 optional)	2WD: 12.4x28 (13.6x28 optional); 4WD: 12.4x28
R3 Turf - Front	27x8.50-15	Not Published
R3 Turf - Rear	41x14.00-20	Not Published
R4 Industrial - Front	10-16.5 or 250/75R16	Not Published
R4 Industrial - Rear	17.5L-24 or 400/80R24	Not Published

Quick Attach Loader System	DL125: universal skid steer or exclusive compact quick-attach implement tool carrier	Skid steer style coupling
Loader Model	DL125	FLx2815 (2WD); 911X (4WD)
Loader Lift Height	DL125: 102.4 in (at pivot pin)	FLx2815: 111 in; 911X: 114 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	DL125: 1,840 lb (at pivot pin, full height)	FLx2815: 2,810 lb (at pivot pin); 911X: 2,470 lb (at pivot pins)
Loader Breakout Force	DL125: 2,190 lb (at pivot pin)	FLx2815: 4,240 lb (at pivot pin)

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

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Massey Ferguson 1742 vs Massey Ferguson 2604H: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Massey Ferguson 1742 or the Massey Ferguson 2604H?

The Massey Ferguson 2604H leads on engine hp at 45 hp hp, compared to 41.6 hp hp for the Massey Ferguson 1742.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Massey Ferguson 1742 or the Massey Ferguson 2604H?

The Massey Ferguson 2604H leads on pto hp at 38 hp hp, compared to 32.8 hp hp for the Massey Ferguson 1742.

Which is heavier, the Massey Ferguson 1742 or the Massey Ferguson 2604H?

The Massey Ferguson 2604H leads on weight at 4,927 lb lb, compared to 4,068 lb lb for the Massey Ferguson 1742.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Massey Ferguson 1742 or the Massey Ferguson 2604H?

The Massey Ferguson 2604H leads on loader lift at 2,810 lb lb, compared to 1,840 lb lb for the Massey Ferguson 1742.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Massey Ferguson 1742 or the Massey Ferguson 2604H?

The Massey Ferguson 1742 leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,535 lb lb, compared to 2,204 lb lb for the Massey Ferguson 2604H.

Massey Ferguson 1742 vs Massey Ferguson 2604H

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