Compare/Massey Ferguson 1740M vs Massey Ferguson 30

Massey Ferguson 1740M vs Massey Ferguson 30

Verdict: Massey Ferguson 1740M vs Massey Ferguson 30

The Massey Ferguson 1740M and the Massey Ferguson 30 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Massey Ferguson 1740M leads on rated power with 31 hp against 30 hp. Massey Ferguson 30 is the lighter machine (1,360 kg vs 3,373 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Massey Ferguson 30 holds more fuel (45.4 L vs 40.1 L) for longer stints between fills. Massey Ferguson 1740M is the newer design (2018 vs 1963). In short: choose the Massey Ferguson 1740M for outright pulling power, or the Massey Ferguson 30 if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.

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Massey Ferguson

Fit score

Best match

Clear

Massey Ferguson

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Best match

Clear

Rated power

31 hp

30 hp

Confidence

98%

Guide price

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Overview

Manufacturer

Massey Ferguson (a part of AGCO)Reference

Massey FergusonReference

Four synchronized gears in three ranges with power shuttle.Reference

liquid-cooledReference

Final drives

bull gearReference

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Differential lock

rear standardReference

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Engine

Fuel tank

40.1 LReference

45.4 LReference

Engine

29.8 kWReference

22.4 kWReference

Displacement

1.7 LReference

1.8 LReference

Bore/Stroke

84 x 100 mmReference

79 x 89 mmReference

Emissions

Tier IVReference

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Emission control

exhaust-gas recirculation and diesel oxidation catalystReference

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Power

29.8 kWReference

22.4 kWReference

Fuel system

direct injectionReference

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Air cleaner

dryReference

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Rated RPM

2600Reference

2400Reference

Starter

electricReference

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Starter volts

12Reference

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Torque

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102.0 NmReference

Torque RPM

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1200Reference

Transmission

ROPS gear

1529 kgReference

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Cab gear

1705 kgReference

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Gears

infinite forward and reverse (3-range)Reference

8 forward and 2 reverseReference

Clutch

dry discReference

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PTO & Hydraulics

Gear PTO (claimed)

23.3 kWReference

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Hydro PTO (claimed)

21.7 kWReference

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Type

hydrostaticReference

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Rear valves

3Reference

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Pump flow

45.8 lpmReference

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Rear Type

IReference

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Control

position and draft controlReference

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Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)

1149 kgReference

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Rear Arms

telescopic draft link endsReference

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Rear PTO

independentReference

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Rear PTO Type

540 (1.375)Reference

540Reference

Mid PTO

independentReference

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Mid PTO Type

1916Reference

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Rear lift

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1030 kgReference

Dimensions

Wheelbase

180 cmReference

185 cmReference

Weight

368 kgReference

1360 kgReference

Front tire

8-16Reference

5.50-16Reference

Rear tire

12.4x24Reference

11.2/10-28Reference

Standard tires (ag)

Front: 8-16. Rear: 12.4x24Reference

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Optional tires (ag)

Front: 8-16. Rear: 13.6x24Reference

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Lawn/turf front

27x8.50-15Reference

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Lawn/turf rear

41x14.00-20Reference

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Industrial front

25x8.5-14Reference

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Industrial rear

15x19.5Reference

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Length

309 cmReference

291 cmReference

Width

163 cmReference

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Height (ROPS)

251 cmReference

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Height (cab)

231 cmReference

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ROPS hydro

1544 kgReference

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Cab hydro

1715 kgReference

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Ag front

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5.50-16Reference

Ag rear

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11.2/10-28Reference

Height

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139 cmReference

Massey Ferguson 1740M attachments

Electrical

Ground

negativeReference

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Battery volts

12Reference

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Attachment overview

72" Mower deck

Cutting width

182 cmReference

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Cut height

3 to 12 cmReference

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Massey Ferguson CB75 Backhoe

Backhoe type

Massey Ferguson CB75 BackhoeReference

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Transport height

194 cmReference

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Digging depth

233 cmReference

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Loading height

177 cmReference

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Bucket Rotation

174°Reference

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Swing Arc

170°Reference

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Bucket force

1427 kgReference

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Dipperstick force

933 kgReference

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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.