Massey Ferguson 1740E
The Massey Ferguson 1740E is a tractor produced by Massey Ferguson. It is equipped with a 91.3 ci 1.5 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 38.5 hp / 28.7 kW. Transmission: infinite forward and reverse (3-range).
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 38.5 hp / 28.7 kW
Transmission
infinite forward and reverse (3-range)
Overview
![]() | 2020 -
1700E SeriesCompact Utility tractor |
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2020 - | |
1700E Series | |
Compact Utility tractor | |
Production | |
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Manufacturer | Massey Ferguson (a part of AGCO) |
Compact Utility tractor | |
Original price | $20,188 (2020 shuttle ) |
$21,049 ( hydro ) | |
Massey Ferguson 1740E Engine | |
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Shibaura 1.5L 3-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ... |
Massey Ferguson 1740E Power | |
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Engine | 38.5 hp
28.7 kW |
Gear PTO (claimed) | 32.7 hp
24.4 kW |
Hydro PTO (claimed) | 30.8 hp
23.0 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Four-wheel drive | |
Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Power steering | |
Wet disc brakes | |
Two-post folding ROPS. | |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Pump flow | 7.2 gpm
27.3 lpm |
Total flow | 11.3 gpm
42.8 lpm |
Steering flow | 4.1 gpm
15.5 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | I |
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 1598 lbs
724 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Front tire | 7-16 |
Rear tire | 11.2-24 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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1700E Series published in 2020, by Massey Ferguson |
Engine
Engine Detail — 91.3 ci / 1.5 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Shibaura |
Configuration | turbocharged diesel, 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 91.3 ci
1.5 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.43x3.54 inches
87 x 90 mm |
Emissions | Tier IV |
Power | 38.5 hp
28.7 kW |
Air cleaner | dry |
Rated RPM | 2800 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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8-speed mechanical shuttle | |
hydrostatic |
Transmission — 8 forward and reverse mechanical shuttle
Type | mechanical shuttle |
Gears | 8 forward and reverse |
Transmission — infinite forward and reverse (3-range) hydrostatic
Type | hydrostatic |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse (3-range) |
Dimensions
Massey Ferguson 1740E Tires | |
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Standard tires (ag) | Front: 7-16. Rear: 11.2-24 |
Industrial front | 27x8.50-15 |
Industrial rear | 15-19.5 |
Dimensions |
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Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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Front-end loader | |
Backhoe |
Massey Ferguson BH3222 Backhoe | |
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Backhoe type | Massey Ferguson BH3222 Backhoe |
Transport height | 85.1 inches
216 cm |
Digging depth | 87.3 inches
221 cm |
Reach from pivot | 126.8 inches
322 cm |
Loading height | 74.1 inches
188 cm |
Bucket Rotation | 185° |
Swing Arc | 180° |
Bucket force | 3220 lbs
1460 kg |
Dipperstick force | 2105 lbs
954 kg |
Photos
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Massey Ferguson 1740E based on its 38.5 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 2 to 3 Bottom (14-16")2 - 3 铧 (35-40 cm) | Medium Duty | Standard utility farm tillage. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 5 ft (60 in)1.5 m | Medium Duty | Pasture maintenance and weeds up to 1.5" diameter. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 54 to 60 in135 - 150 cm | Medium Duty | Thorough seedbed preparation in orchards and vegetable plots. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 5 to 6 ft (16-18" discs)1.5 - 1.8 m (40-45 cm 耙片) | Light Duty | Small acreage soil break-up and secondary aeration. |
Hay BalerHay & Forage | Small Square Baler (14x18")小方捆打捆机 (36x46 cm) | Medium Duty | Classic 2-string baler for horse and small livestock hay. |
Sizing & Soil Condition NoteActual implement sizing varies depending on local soil conditions (heavy clay vs sandy loam), field slope, and operating speed. Heavy tillage implements may require front ballast weights and wheel weights.
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Massey Ferguson 1740E.
Engine Crankcase Oil
SAE 15W-40 (Heavy Duty Diesel)
Standard Spec: API CK-4 / CJ-4 Heavy Duty
Service Interval: 150 – 250 Hours
Transmission & Hydraulic System
UTTO (Universal Tractor Transmission Oil)
Standard Spec: ISO VG 46 / 68 (Wet Brake & Trans Compatible)
Service Interval: 600 – 1000 Hours
Engine Cooling System
50/50 Ethylene Glycol Pre-mix
Standard Spec: ASTM D6210 / Heavy-Duty OAT Antifreeze
Service Interval: 2 Years / 1500 Hours
Massey Ferguson 1740E Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Massey Ferguson 1740E.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)38.5 hp
Kilowatts (kW)28.7 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)39 PS
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