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Massey Ferguson 1740E vs Massey Ferguson 231
Verdict: Massey Ferguson 1740E vs Massey Ferguson 231
The Massey Ferguson 1740E and the Massey Ferguson 231 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Massey Ferguson 231 leads on rated power with 34 hp against 33 hp. Massey Ferguson 1740E is the newer design (2020 vs 1989). In short: choose the Massey Ferguson 231 for outright pulling power, or the Massey Ferguson 1740E if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.
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Fit & specs
Massey Ferguson
71
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Massey Ferguson
71
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
33 hp
34 hp
Confidence
98%
98%
Guide price
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Overview
Manufacturer
Massey Ferguson (a part of AGCO)Reference
Massey FergusonReference
liquid-cooledReference
Tractor must be stopped, and clutch used, to shift gears.Reference
Original price
$21,049 ( hydro )Reference
$13,000 (1999)Reference
Differential lock
mechanical rearReference
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Steering
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power assistReference
Engine
Engine
28.7 kWReference
28.3 kWReference
Displacement
1.5 LReference
2.5 LReference
Bore/Stroke
87 x 90 mmReference
91 x 127 mmReference
Emissions
Tier IVReference
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Power
28.7 kWReference
28.3 kWReference
Air cleaner
dryReference
oil bathReference
Rated RPM
2800Reference
2000Reference
Starter
electricReference
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Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Coolant capacity
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10.6 LReference
Fuel Type
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DieselReference
No of Cylinders
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3-cylinderReference
Rated engine speed
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2,000Reference
Bore and stroke
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3.60x5.00 inchesReference
Cooling system
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liquid-cooledReference
Transmission
Gears
infinite forward and reverse (3-range)Reference
8 forward and 2 reverseReference
Transmission Type
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GearReference
forward and reverse options
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8 forward and 2 reverseReference
PTO & Hydraulics
Gear PTO (claimed)
24.4 kWReference
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Hydro PTO (claimed)
23.0 kWReference
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Type
hydrostaticReference
sliding gearReference
Pump flow
27.3 lpmReference
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Total flow
42.8 lpmReference
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Steering flow
15.5 lpmReference
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Rear Type
IReference
II/IReference
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)
724 kgReference
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Rear PTO
independentReference
live (two-stage clutch)Reference
Rear PTO Type
540 (1.375)Reference
540Reference
PTO (claimed)
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25.4 kWReference
Hydraulic system
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34.8 LReference
Capacity
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34.8 LReference
Control
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position and draft controlReference
Dimensions
Front tire
7-16Reference
6.00-16Reference
Rear tire
11.2-24Reference
13.6-28Reference
Standard tires (ag)
Front: 7-16. Rear: 11.2-24Reference
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Industrial front
27x8.50-15Reference
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Industrial rear
15-19.5Reference
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Wheelbase
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193 cmReference
Weight
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1843 kgReference
Ag front
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6.00-16Reference
Ag rear
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13.6-28Reference
Length
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325 cmReference
Width
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193 cmReference
Height (ROPS)
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222 cmReference
Massey Ferguson 1740E attachments
Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Attachment overview
Massey Ferguson BH3222 Backhoe
Backhoe type
Massey Ferguson BH3222 BackhoeReference
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Transport height
216 cmReference
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Digging depth
221 cmReference
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Reach from pivot
322 cmReference
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Loading height
188 cmReference
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Bucket Rotation
185°Reference
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Swing Arc
180°Reference
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Bucket force
1460 kgReference
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Dipperstick force
954 kgReference
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Capacities
Fuel
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57.9 LReference
Massey Ferguson 231 attachments
231 Serial Numbers
1989
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P17001Reference
1990
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Q01001Reference
1991
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S01001Reference
1992
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A01001Reference
1993
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B01001Reference
1994
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C01001Reference
1995
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D01001Reference
1996
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E01001Reference
1997
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F01001Reference
1998
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G01001Reference
1999
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H01001Reference
Location:
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Right side of instrument panelReference
General
Make & Model
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Massey FergusonReference
Country of manufacturer
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Utility tractorReference
Power
Rated Power
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38 hpReference
PTO
Rear PTO Power
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AvailableReference
Steering & brakes
Brakes
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drumReference
Steering type
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power assistReference
Hydraulics
Hydraulics Type
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openReference
Rear Hitch category (SAE designation)
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Category II/IReference
Rear Hitch Sensing Type
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position and draft controlReference
Dimensions & weight
Overall Height
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222.3 cmReference
Overall Length
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325.1 cmReference
Overall Width
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193 cmReference
Wheels & tyres
Rear wheel tread range
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13.6-28 inchReference
Front Wheel tread range
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6.00-16Reference
Operator station
Cab Availability
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AvailableReference
Cab Air conditioning, temperature differential
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Two-post folding ROPS.Reference
Fit score weighs budget, operation size, crop match and data confidence against the details above. It’s guidance, not advice — always confirm with a dealer demo.