Which has more horsepower, the Massey Ferguson MF 1740 M or the New Holland Workmaster 40?

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

Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Massey Ferguson MF 1740 M or the New Holland Workmaster 40?

The Massey Ferguson MF 1740 M leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,646 lb lb, compared to 1,433 lb lb for the New Holland Workmaster 40.

Massey Ferguson MF 1740 M vs New Holland Workmaster 40

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

Across 3 measurable specs, this matchup is a dead heat: 1 categories to the Massey Ferguson MF 1740 M, 1 to the New Holland Workmaster 40, 1 tied. Machine pages: Massey Ferguson MF 1740 M and New Holland Workmaster 40.

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Category Verdict

Spec	Massey Ferguson MF 1740 M	New Holland Workmaster 40
Engine HP (hp)	40 hp	40 hp
PTO HP (hp)	—	29 hp
Weight (lb)	—	2,400 lb
Loader Lift (lb)	—	1,500 lb
3-Pt Lift (24 in) (lb)	▲ 2,646 lb	1,433 lb
Lift Height (in)	—	91.5 in
Breakout Force (lbf)	—	2,700 lbf
Hydraulic Flow (gpm)	11 gpm	▲ 13 gpm
Travel Speed (mph)	—	15 mph

The headline numbers at a glance.

Massey Ferguson MF 1740 MNew Holland Workmaster 40

Engine HPhp

▲40 hp

PTO HPhp

—

29 hp

Weightlb

—

▲2,400 lb

2,390 lb

HSTGear

Loader Liftlb

—

1,500 lb

3-Pt Lift (24 in)lb

▲2,646 lb

1,433 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 FergusonMF 1740 M	New HollandWorkmaster 40


PTO Power	Not Published	29 hp
Alternator	Not Published	70 A, 12 V
Air Cleaner	Not Published	Dual element dry air cleaner
Engine Type	3-cylinder turbocharged diesel	Turbocharged diesel
Fuel System	Not Published	High pressure common rail (ECU controlled timing)
Displacement	111.4 in³	0.1 in³
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Rated Engine Speed	2500 rpm	2600 rpm
Cooling System Type	Not Published	Pressurized liquid with recirculating bypass
Engine Manufacturer	Massey Ferguson (AGCO)	LS Mtron
Engine Power (Gross)	40 hp	40 hp
Engine Emissions Constraints	Stage V	Tier 4B Final

Weight with ROPS and Loader	Not Published	HST: 2,400 lb; Gear: 2,390 lb (with ROPS / less tires)
Weight with Cab and Loader	Not Published	Not Applicable

Warranty Length & Coverage	Not Published	6-year limited warranty (2-year bumper-to-bumper + 4-year powertrain)

Pump Type	Not Published	Gear
Steering Flow	Not Published	4.8 gpm
Implement Flow	11.0 gpm	8.2 gpm
Total Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	13.0 gpm
Hydraulic System Type	Open-centre	Open center
Rear Remote Hydraulic Flow	Not Published	Not Published
Overall Hydraulic Pump Flow	Not Published	13.0 gpm
No. of Optional Remote Valves	Not Published	1 or 2
No. of Standard Remote Valves	2	0

PTO Rear	540/750 (540E) rpm	540 rpm (6-spline)
PTO Type	Not Published	Independent
Lift Control Type	Not Published	Position control
Hitch Lift Capacity	2,646 lb	1,808 lb
Mid-PTO Availability	Standard	Optional
Category, 3-Point Hitch	Category I	Category I
Hitch Lift Capacity (at 24”)	Not Published	1,433 lb

R3 Turf - Rear	315/80D-16	41X14.00-20
R3 Turf - Front	24X8.50-12	25X8.50-14
Tire Size & Options	R1 Agricultural, R3 Turf, R4 Industrial	R1 Agricultural, R3 Turf, R4 Industrial
R4 Industrial - Rear	13.6-16	43X16-20
R4 Industrial - Front	21X10.50-12	25X8.50-14
R1 Agricultural - Rear	9.5-24	11.2-24
R1 Agricultural - Front	7-14	7.0-14

Coolant Capacity	Not Published	7.5 qt
Crankcase Capacity	Not Published	5.8 qt
Fuel Tank Capacity	9.5 gal	7.4 gal
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	Not Published	6.9 qt
Transmission / Hydraulic System Capacity	Not Published	8.5 gal

Loader Lift Height	Not Published	91.5 in (to bucket pivot pin)
Loader Breakout Force	Not Published	2,700 lb (bucket pivot pin)
Quick Attach Loader System	Not Published	140TL: Quick Mount (easy attach/remove); optional skid steer quick attach plates
Loader Lift Capacity (Full Height)	Not Published	1,500 lb (bucket pivot pin, max height)

Clutch	Not Applicable	HST: Not Applicable; Gear: Dry disc, 9.4 in
No. of Speeds	Not Published	HST: Infinite (3-range); Gear: 12F/12R
Transmission Type	Hydrostatic	HST: 3-range hydrostatic / dual pedal; Gear: 12x12 synchronized shuttle
Max Travel Speed (Forward)	Not Published	HST: 14.96 mph; Gear: 14.33 mph
Max Travel Speed (Reverse)	Not Published	HST: 14.96 mph; Gear: 13.63 mph
Differential Lock & Limited Slip Options	Differential lock	Mechanical rear differential lock

Brakes	Not Published	Wet disc
Steering	Not Published	Power steering
Frame Type	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Type	Not Published	4WD (FWD)
Drawbar Capacity	Not Published	Not Published
Front Axle Rating	Not Published	Not Published
Seat Suspension & Adjustability	Not Published	Not Published

Wheelbase	CAB: 66.7 in; ROPS: 76.0 in	69 in
Overall Width	CAB: 55.7 in; ROPS: 53.9 in	54 in
Ground Clearance	Not Published	13 in
Height to Top of ROPS	96.7 in	89 in
Height to Top of Cab Model	85.6 in	Not Applicable
Height to Top of ROPS (folded)	Not Published	Not Published
Min. Turn Radius without Brakes	Not Published	Not Published
Overall Length with 3-Point Hitch	CAB: 121.7 in; ROPS: 135.0 in	134 in

Massey Ferguson MF 1740 M vs New Holland Workmaster 40: Quick Answers

Which has more horsepower, the Massey Ferguson MF 1740 M or the New Holland Workmaster 40?: They are effectively tied: both machines are rated at 40 hp hp for engine hp.
Which has more three-point hitch lift capacity, the Massey Ferguson MF 1740 M or the New Holland Workmaster 40?: The Massey Ferguson MF 1740 M leads on 3-pt lift (24 in) at 2,646 lb lb, compared to 1,433 lb lb for the New Holland Workmaster 40.