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Massey Ferguson 42
The Massey Ferguson 42 is a utility tractor built for everyday farm tasks. It has a 2WD drive system and a 4x2 chassis, making it easy to handle in fields and barnyards. The tractor comes with a gear transmission that has 12 forward speeds and 4 reverse speeds. It also has an option for a two-speed power shift, which helps change gears more smoothly. Under the hood, the Massey Ferguson 42 has a Perkins A3.152 engine. This diesel engine has 3 cylinders and is cooled by liquid. It can produce 42 horsepower at 2250 RPM, which is about average for tractors in its class. The engine size is 152 cubic inches, which is also average. The tractor weighs 3638 pounds and has a rear hitch that can handle both category I and II implements. It measures 118.1 inches long, 72.1 inches wide, and 56.1 inches tall, making it compact enough for various farm jobs.
ManufacturerMassey FergusonPower42 hpEngine3-cylTransGear with two-speed power shift option
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Quick specs
- Category
- Utility
- Engine Power Output
- 42hp
- Operating Weight
- 3,638 lb
- Transmission
- Gear with two-speed power shift option
At a glance
How the 42 compares
vs. Utility medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
Across all Utility tractors
42 hp · 36th
This model
9
Median 55 hp
177
This modelUtility tractorsMediann = 5,383
The 42 ranks at the 36th percentile for engine power among recorded utility tractors.
Overview
About the Massey Ferguson 42
The Massey Ferguson 42 is a utility tractor built for everyday farm tasks. It has a 2WD drive system and a 4x2 chassis, making it easy to handle in fields and barnyards. The tractor comes with a gear transmission that has 12 forward speeds and 4 reverse speeds. It also has an option for a two-speed power shift, which helps change gears more smoothly. Under the hood, the Massey Ferguson 42 has a Perkins A3.152 engine. This diesel engine has 3 cylinders and is cooled by liquid. It can produce 42 horsepower at 2250 RPM, which is about average for tractors in its class. The engine size is 152 cubic inches, which is also average. The tractor weighs 3638 pounds and has a rear hitch that can handle both category I and II implements. It measures 118.1 inches long, 72.1 inches wide, and 56.1 inches tall, making it compact enough for various farm jobs.
Full specifications
Every recorded spec
General
| Manufacturer | Massey Ferguson |
|---|---|
| Model | 42 |
| Category | Utility tractor |
| Type | 4x2 2WD |
| Operating weight | 3,638lb |
Engine
| Make | Perkins |
|---|---|
| Model | A3.152 |
| Power | 42hp |
| Cylinders | 3 |
| Displacement | 152ci |
| Bore | 3.6in |
| Stroke | 5in |
Transmission
| Type | Gear with two-speed power shift option |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 12 |
| Reverse gears | 4 |
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x2 2WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 2WD |
Dimensions
| Length | 118.1in |
|---|---|
| Width | 72.1in |
| Height | 56.1in |
| Operating weight | 3,638lb |
Capacities
| Cooling system | 2.7gal |
|---|
Head to head
42 vs. Utility median
How the Massey Ferguson 42 compares to other Utility tractors
| Spec | This model | Utility median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 42 hp | 55 hp | -24% | 36th |
| Engine Displacement | 152 ci | 183 ci | -17% | 39th |
| Cylinders | 3 | 4 | -25% | 23rd |
| Forward Gears | 12 | 12 | at median | 50th |
| Operating Weight | 3,638 lb | 5,303 lb | -31% | 31st |
| Length | 118 in | 137 in | -14% | 25th |
| Width | 72.1 in | 66 in | +9% | 65th |
| Height | 56.1 in | 94.1 in | -40% | 7th |
Medians and percentiles are computed from the utility tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 3,933–5,720 models).
Compare to tractors with similar specs
Commonly compared Massey Ferguson tractors
| Tractor | Engine Power | Operating Weight | Years | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Massey Ferguson 133 Super | 42 hp | 3,175 lb | — | Compare → |
| Massey Ferguson 1345 | 42 hp | 2,227 lb | 2002–2004 | Compare → |
| Massey Ferguson 342 | 42 hp | 5,512 lb | — | Compare → |
| Massey Ferguson 50X | 42 hp | 3,750 lb | — | Compare → |
| Massey Ferguson 1742 | 41.6 hp | 3,638 lb | 2013–2018 | Compare → |
Commonly compared tractors with similar horsepower from other brands
| Tractor | Engine Power | Operating Weight | Years | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allis Chalmers ED40 | 41 hp | 3,527 lb | — | Compare → |
| AGCO ST40 | 40.1 hp | 3,323 lb | — | Compare → |
| AGCO ST41A | 40.1 hp | 3,000 lb | — | Compare → |
| Advance-Rumely OilPull K 12/20 | 40 hp | 6,430 lb | — | Compare → |
| Allis Chalmers 160 | 40 hp | 4,674 lb | 1970–1975 | Compare → |
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FAQ
Common questions
How powerful is the Massey Ferguson 42?
The Massey Ferguson 42 has an engine power output of 42 hp. It is powered by a 3-cylinder engine displacing 152 ci.
What hitch category is the Massey Ferguson 42?
The Massey Ferguson 42 uses a Category II/I hitch.
What is the working weight of the Massey Ferguson 42?
The operating weight of the Massey Ferguson 42 is approximately 3,638 lb.
What type of transmission does the Massey Ferguson 42 have?
The Massey Ferguson 42 uses a Gear with two-speed power shift option transmission offering 12 forward gears.
What routine service does the Massey Ferguson 42 need?
Regular maintenance for the Massey Ferguson 42 includes checking and changing engine oil, hydraulic fluid, and filters, plus routine inspections as recommended in the owner's manual. Always follow the manufacturer's maintenance schedule for specific intervals and procedures.