massey ferguson 178
![]() | 1968 - 1971 | 1968 - 1971 |
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1968 - 1971 | ||
1968 - 1971 |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Massey Ferguson |
Massey Ferguson 178 Engine | |
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Perkins 4.1L 4-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 21.7 gal
82.1 L |
Engine details ... | |
Massey Ferguson 178 Transmissions | |
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12-speed partial powershift | |
6-speed unsynchronized | |
8-speed unsynchronized | |
Transmission details ... |
Massey Ferguson 178 Power | |
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Engine | 73 hp
54.4 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 62 hp
46.2 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Steering | power assist |
Dry disc brakes | |
Open operator station. | |
Photos | |
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Massey Ferguson 178 photos... |
Hydraulics | |
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Valves | 1 or 2 |
Pump flow | 3.1 gpm (gear)
11.7 lpm |
| 8.1 gpm (Multi Power)
30.7 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II |
Rear lift | 3,900 lbs
1769 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO Type | 540/ground |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 84 inches
213 cm |
Weight | 6878 to 7760 pounds |
Front tire | 7.5x16 |
Rear tire | 12x36 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
178 Serial Numbers | |
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1968 | 722680 |
1969 | 732158 |
1970 | 740301 |
1971 | 747283 |
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