Massey Ferguson

Massey Ferguson 178

The Massey Ferguson 178 is a farm tractor produced from 1968 to 1971 by Massey Ferguson. It features a Perkins 4.1L 4-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine delivering 73 hp (54.4 kW) with a claimed PTO power of 62 hp (46.2 kW). Transmission options include a 12-speed partial powershift, 6-speed unsynchronized, and 8-speed unsynchronized gearboxes. The tractor offers two- or four-wheel drive with power assist steering and dry disc brakes. It has an open operator station and a rear Type II hitch with a lift capacity of 3,900 lbs (1769 kg). The rear PTO operates at 540/ground rpm. Dimensions include a wheelbase of 84 inches (213 cm), length of 136 inches (345 cm), width of 72 inches (182 cm), and height of 67 inches (170 cm). Operating weight ranges from 6,878 lbs (2WD) to 7,760 lbs (4WD). The tractor supports various agricultural tire sizes for front and rear. Hydraulics include 1 or 2 valves with pump flow rates of 3.1 gpm (gear) and 8.1 gpm (Multi Power).
Power73 hp
Founded1968 - 1971
Model178

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Massey Ferguson 178

Power
Engine power73 hp (54.4 kW)
PTO (claimed)62 hp (46.2 kW)
Tires
Ag rear12x36, 15x30, 12x38, 14x30
Ag front7.5x16, 6x19, 7.5x16
Engine
Typediesel
ModelPerkins A4.248
Power73 hp (54.4 kW)
Torque212 lb-ft (287.5 Nm)
Coolingliquid-cooled
Cylinders4-cylinder
Fuel tank21.7 gal (82.1 L)
Rated RPM2000
Torque RPM1300
Bore/Stroke3.975x5.00 inches (101 x 127 mm)
Compression16:1
Displacement247.8 ci (4.1 L)
Oil capacity15 qts (14.2 L)
Starter typeelectric
Coolant capacity28.8 qts (27.3 L)
Dimensions
Width72 inches (182 cm)
Length136 inches (345 cm)
Wheelbase84 inches (213 cm)
Ground clearance17.5 inches (44 cm)
Operating weight6,878 lbs (2WD) (3119 kg), 7,760 lbs (4WD) (3519 kg)
Height (steering wheel)67 inches (170 cm)
Hydraulics
Valves1 or 2
Pump flow3.1 gpm (gear) (11.7 lpm), 8.1 gpm (Multi Power) (30.7 lpm)
Mechanical
DriveTwo- or four-wheel drive
BrakesDry disc brakes
Steeringpower assist
Operator stationOpen operator station
Production
Years made1968 - 1971
ManufacturerMassey Ferguson
Transmission
Multi Powerpartial powershift, 12 forward and 4 reverse gears
Transmission options12-speed partial powershift, 6-speed unsynchronized, 8-speed unsynchronized
Unsynchronized 6-speed6 forward and 2 reverse gears
Unsynchronized 8-speed8 forward and 2 reverse gears
Tractor hitch
Rear TypeII
Rear lift3,900 lbs (1769 kg)
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO Type540/ground