Massey Ferguson 1740M vs Massey Ferguson MF 1E.40

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 1740M leads 7 categories to 1. Machine pages: Massey Ferguson 1740M and Massey Ferguson MF 1E.40.

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Spec	Massey Ferguson 1740M	Massey Ferguson MF 1E.40
Engine HP (hp)	▲ 40 hp	39.4 hp
PTO HP (hp)	31.2 hp	▲ 33.5 hp
Weight (lb)	▲ 3,406 lb	2,943 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	▲ 1,660 lb	1,450 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	▲ 2,535 lb	1,598 lb
Lift Height (in)	▲ 106 in	94.3 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	▲ 3,000 lbf	2,288 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	▲ 12.6 gpm	11.4 gpm

The headline numbers at a glance.

Massey Ferguson 1740MMassey Ferguson MF 1E.40

Engine HPhp

▲40 hp

39.4 hp

PTO HPhp

31.2 hp

▲33.5 hp

31.5 hp

MechHST

Weightlb

3,373 lb

▲3,406 lb

2,888 lb

2,943 lb

12x12 Power ShuttleHSTMechHST

Loader Liftlb

▲1,660 lb

1,450 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

▲2,535 lb

1,598 lb

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Spec	Massey Ferguson1740M	Massey FergusonMF 1E.40


Engine Manufacturer	Shibaura	Iseki
Engine Model	Shibaura N3LDI-T	Not Published
Engine Type	3-cylinder turbocharged intercooled diesel, liquid-cooled	3-cylinder, turbocharged, liquid-cooled diesel
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Displacement	101.4 in³	111.4 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2600 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	40 hp	39.4 hp
PTO Power	31.2 hp	Mech: 33.5 hp; HST: 31.5 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	Not Published
Alternator	Not Published	Not Published

Pump Type	Engine-driven gear-type pump	Two gear-type pumps
Implement Flow	11.0 gpm	7.6 gpm
Steering Flow	Not Published	3.8 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	11.4 gpm (7.6 + 3.8, computed)
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	12.6 gpm	11.4 gpm (7.6 + 3.8, computed)
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	12.1 gpm	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	2	Not Published
No. of Optional Remote Valves	Up to 3	Not Published

Fuel Tank Capacity	10.56 gal	10 gal
Coolant Capacity	6.34 qt	Not Published
Crankcase Capacity	4.86 qt	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	12x12 Power Shuttle: 8.18 gal; HST: 7.4 gal	Not Published
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	7.9 qt	Not Published

PTO Type	Independent, with soft-start feature	Mech: Independent; HST: Transmission
PTO Rear	540 rpm (1-3/8 in 6-spline)	540 rpm, 1.375 in
Mid-PTO Availability	Optional, 2,000 rpm	Not Published
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I with extendable ball ends	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity	2,646 lb	2,205 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	2,535 lb	1,598 lb
Lift Control Type	Position and draft control	Not Published

Transmission Type	12 x 12 power shuttle or 3-range hydrostatic	Mech: 8x8 synchro shuttle; HST: 3-range hydrostatic
No. of Speeds	12x12 Power Shuttle: 12F / 12R; HST: 3-range infinite	Mech: 8 forward and 8 reverse; HST: infinite forward and reverse (3-range)
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	Not Published	Not Published
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	Not Published	Not Published
Clutch	Single stage dry type	Not Published
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Mechanical engagement via right side heel pedal	Not Published

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

Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	122.0 in	116.5 in
Overall Width	64.2 in	52.4 in
Wheelbase	69.7 in	Not Published
Ground Clearance	15.4 in	11 in
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS	99.2 in	97.6 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	91.3 in	Not Published

Tractor Weight (Base)	12x12 Power Shuttle: 3,373 lb; HST: 3,406 lb	Mech: 2,888 lb; HST: 2,943 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	Not Published
R1 Agricultural - Front	8-16	Not Published
R1 Agricultural - Rear	12.4x24	Not Published
R3 Turf - Front	27x8.50-15	Not Published
R3 Turf - Rear	41x14.00-20	Not Published
R4 Industrial - Front	10-16.5	Not Published
R4 Industrial - Rear	17.5L-24	Not Published

Quick Attach Loader System	DL125: Pin-on (skid steer quick attach optional)	Skid steer quick attach
Loader Model	DL125	FL2407X
Loader Lift Height	DL125: 106 in	FL2407X: 94.3 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	DL125: 1,660 lb	FL2407X: 1,450 lb
Loader Breakout Force	DL125: 3,000 lb	FL2407X: 2,288 lb

Warranty Length & Coverage	5-year powertrain warranty	Not Published

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Massey Ferguson 1740M vs Massey Ferguson MF 1E.40: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Massey Ferguson 1740M or the Massey Ferguson MF 1E.40?: The Massey Ferguson 1740M leads on engine hp at 40 hp hp, compared to 39.4 hp hp for the Massey Ferguson MF 1E.40.
Which has more PTO horsepower, the Massey Ferguson 1740M or the Massey Ferguson MF 1E.40?: The Massey Ferguson MF 1E.40 leads on pto hp at 33.5 hp hp, compared to 31.2 hp hp for the Massey Ferguson 1740M.
Which is heavier, the Massey Ferguson 1740M or the Massey Ferguson MF 1E.40?: The Massey Ferguson 1740M leads on weight at 3,406 lb lb, compared to 2,943 lb lb for the Massey Ferguson MF 1E.40.
Which has more loader lift capacity, the Massey Ferguson 1740M or the Massey Ferguson MF 1E.40?: The Massey Ferguson 1740M leads on loader lift at 1,660 lb lb, compared to 1,450 lb lb for the Massey Ferguson MF 1E.40.
Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Massey Ferguson 1740M or the Massey Ferguson MF 1E.40?: The Massey Ferguson 1740M leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,535 lb lb, compared to 1,598 lb lb for the Massey Ferguson MF 1E.40.

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Category Verdict

Spec	Massey Ferguson 1740M	Massey Ferguson MF 1E.40
Engine HP (hp)	▲ 40 hp	39.4 hp
PTO HP (hp)	31.2 hp	▲ 33.5 hp
Weight (lb)	▲ 3,406 lb	2,943 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	▲ 1,660 lb	1,450 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	▲ 2,535 lb	1,598 lb
Lift Height (in)	▲ 106 in	94.3 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	▲ 3,000 lbf	2,288 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	▲ 12.6 gpm	11.4 gpm

The headline numbers at a glance.

Massey Ferguson 1740MMassey Ferguson MF 1E.40

Engine HPhp

▲40 hp

39.4 hp

PTO HPhp

31.2 hp

▲33.5 hp

31.5 hp

MechHST

Weightlb

3,373 lb

▲3,406 lb

2,888 lb

2,943 lb

12x12 Power ShuttleHSTMechHST

Loader Liftlb

▲1,660 lb

1,450 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

▲2,535 lb

1,598 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 Ferguson1740M	Massey FergusonMF 1E.40


Engine Manufacturer	Shibaura	Iseki
Engine Model	Shibaura N3LDI-T	Not Published
Engine Type	3-cylinder turbocharged intercooled diesel, liquid-cooled	3-cylinder, turbocharged, liquid-cooled diesel
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Displacement	101.4 in³	111.4 in³
Rated Engine Speed	2600 rpm	2600 rpm
Engine Power (Gross)	40 hp	39.4 hp
PTO Power	31.2 hp	Mech: 33.5 hp; HST: 31.5 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	Not Published
Alternator	Not Published	Not Published

Pump Type	Engine-driven gear-type pump	Two gear-type pumps
Implement Flow	11.0 gpm	7.6 gpm
Steering Flow	Not Published	3.8 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	11.4 gpm (7.6 + 3.8, computed)
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	12.6 gpm	11.4 gpm (7.6 + 3.8, computed)
Hydraulic System Type	Open center	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	12.1 gpm	Not Published
No. of Standard Remote Valves	2	Not Published
No. of Optional Remote Valves	Up to 3	Not Published

Fuel Tank Capacity	10.56 gal	10 gal
Coolant Capacity	6.34 qt	Not Published
Crankcase Capacity	4.86 qt	Not Published
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	12x12 Power Shuttle: 8.18 gal; HST: 7.4 gal	Not Published
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	7.9 qt	Not Published

PTO Type	Independent, with soft-start feature	Mech: Independent; HST: Transmission
PTO Rear	540 rpm (1-3/8 in 6-spline)	540 rpm, 1.375 in
Mid-PTO Availability	Optional, 2,000 rpm	Not Published
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I with extendable ball ends	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity	2,646 lb	2,205 lb
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	2,535 lb	1,598 lb
Lift Control Type	Position and draft control	Not Published

Transmission Type	12 x 12 power shuttle or 3-range hydrostatic	Mech: 8x8 synchro shuttle; HST: 3-range hydrostatic
No. of Speeds	12x12 Power Shuttle: 12F / 12R; HST: 3-range infinite	Mech: 8 forward and 8 reverse; HST: infinite forward and reverse (3-range)
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	Not Published	Not Published
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	Not Published	Not Published
Clutch	Single stage dry type	Not Published
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Mechanical engagement via right side heel pedal	Not Published

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

Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	122.0 in	116.5 in
Overall Width	64.2 in	52.4 in
Wheelbase	69.7 in	Not Published
Ground Clearance	15.4 in	11 in
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of ROPS	99.2 in	97.6 in
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Height to Top of Cab Model	91.3 in	Not Published

Tractor Weight (Base)	12x12 Power Shuttle: 3,373 lb; HST: 3,406 lb	Mech: 2,888 lb; HST: 2,943 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	Not Published
R1 Agricultural - Front	8-16	Not Published
R1 Agricultural - Rear	12.4x24	Not Published
R3 Turf - Front	27x8.50-15	Not Published
R3 Turf - Rear	41x14.00-20	Not Published
R4 Industrial - Front	10-16.5	Not Published
R4 Industrial - Rear	17.5L-24	Not Published

Quick Attach Loader System	DL125: Pin-on (skid steer quick attach optional)	Skid steer quick attach
Loader Model	DL125	FL2407X
Loader Lift Height	DL125: 106 in	FL2407X: 94.3 in
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	DL125: 1,660 lb	FL2407X: 1,450 lb
Loader Breakout Force	DL125: 3,000 lb	FL2407X: 2,288 lb

Warranty Length & Coverage	5-year powertrain warranty	Not Published

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Massey Ferguson 1740M vs Massey Ferguson MF 1E.40: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Massey Ferguson 1740M or the Massey Ferguson MF 1E.40?

The Massey Ferguson 1740M leads on engine hp at 40 hp hp, compared to 39.4 hp hp for the Massey Ferguson MF 1E.40.

Which has more PTO horsepower, the Massey Ferguson 1740M or the Massey Ferguson MF 1E.40?

The Massey Ferguson MF 1E.40 leads on pto hp at 33.5 hp hp, compared to 31.2 hp hp for the Massey Ferguson 1740M.

Which is heavier, the Massey Ferguson 1740M or the Massey Ferguson MF 1E.40?

The Massey Ferguson 1740M leads on weight at 3,406 lb lb, compared to 2,943 lb lb for the Massey Ferguson MF 1E.40.

Which has more loader lift capacity, the Massey Ferguson 1740M or the Massey Ferguson MF 1E.40?

The Massey Ferguson 1740M leads on loader lift at 1,660 lb lb, compared to 1,450 lb lb for the Massey Ferguson MF 1E.40.

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Massey Ferguson 1740M or the Massey Ferguson MF 1E.40?

The Massey Ferguson 1740M leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,535 lb lb, compared to 1,598 lb lb for the Massey Ferguson MF 1E.40.

Massey Ferguson 1740M vs Massey Ferguson MF 1E.40

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