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 power | 73 hp (54.4 kW) |
|---|---|
| PTO (claimed) | 62 hp (46.2 kW) |
Tires
| Ag rear | 12x36, 15x30, 12x38, 14x30 |
|---|---|
| Ag front | 7.5x16, 6x19, 7.5x16 |
Engine
| Type | diesel |
|---|---|
| Model | Perkins A4.248 |
| Power | 73 hp (54.4 kW) |
| Torque | 212 lb-ft (287.5 Nm) |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled |
| Cylinders | 4-cylinder |
| Fuel tank | 21.7 gal (82.1 L) |
| Rated RPM | 2000 |
| Torque RPM | 1300 |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.975x5.00 inches (101 x 127 mm) |
| Compression | 16:1 |
| Displacement | 247.8 ci (4.1 L) |
| Oil capacity | 15 qts (14.2 L) |
| Starter type | electric |
| Coolant capacity | 28.8 qts (27.3 L) |
Dimensions
| Width | 72 inches (182 cm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 136 inches (345 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 84 inches (213 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 17.5 inches (44 cm) |
| Operating weight | 6,878 lbs (2WD) (3119 kg), 7,760 lbs (4WD) (3519 kg) |
| Height (steering wheel) | 67 inches (170 cm) |
Hydraulics
| Valves | 1 or 2 |
|---|---|
| Pump flow | 3.1 gpm (gear) (11.7 lpm), 8.1 gpm (Multi Power) (30.7 lpm) |
Mechanical
| Drive | Two- or four-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Brakes | Dry disc brakes |
| Steering | power assist |
| Operator station | Open operator station |
Production
| Years made | 1968 - 1971 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Massey Ferguson |
Transmission
| Multi Power | partial powershift, 12 forward and 4 reverse gears |
|---|---|
| Transmission options | 12-speed partial powershift, 6-speed unsynchronized, 8-speed unsynchronized |
| Unsynchronized 6-speed | 6 forward and 2 reverse gears |
| Unsynchronized 8-speed | 8 forward and 2 reverse gears |
Tractor hitch
| Rear Type | II |
|---|---|
| Rear lift | 3,900 lbs (1769 kg) |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Rear PTO Type | 540/ground |
|---|
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