Massey Ferguson 142 Specs ( 1975-Present )
Overview
The Massey Ferguson 142 is a farm tractor produced from 1975 to the present, specifically categorized for orchard and vineyard applications. It features an Eicher 2.9L 3-cylinder air-cooled diesel engine rated at 52 hp and is equipped with an 8-speed transmission offering eight forward and one reverse gear. This model is available in 2WD and 4WD (142A) configurations with a Type I rear hitch and independent rear PTO.
Ideal Applications
Engine and Power Configuration:
The air-cooled Eicher EDK 3-3 diesel engine displacement is 179.4 ci and delivers a rated 52 hp and 128.7 lb-ft of torque at 1600 RPM.
Orchard and Vineyard Dimensions:
The tractor is listed with a narrow width of 39.8 inches and a ROPS height of 74.8 inches, with 2WD ground clearance measured at 11.4 inches.
Rear Attachment Specifications:
The mechanical system includes a Type I rear hitch with a 2,205 lbs lift capacity and an independent rear PTO with 540/1000 RPM capability.
Production
| Description | Orchard/Vineyard tractor |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Massey Ferguson |
Engine
| Engine type | Eicher 2.9L 3-cyl diesel |
|---|---|
| Air cleaner | dry |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.94x4.72 inches (100 x 120 mm) |
| Description | Eicher EDK 3-3 / diesel / 3-cylinder / air-cooled |
| Displacement | 179.4 ci (2.9 L) |
| Oil capacity | 10.6 qts (10.0 L) |
| Power | 52 hp (38.8 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2150 |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Torque | 128.7 lb-ft (174.5 Nm) |
| Torque RPM | 1600 |
Transmission
| Gears | 8 forward and 1 reverse |
|---|---|
| Oil capacity | 13.7 qts (13.0 L) |
| Transmission type | 8-speed |
Mechanical
| Description | Mechanical drum brakes / Two-post mid-mount folding ROPS. |
|---|---|
| Drive type | Two- or four-wheel drive |
Capacity
| Fuel | 9.2 gal (34.8 L) |
|---|---|
| Hydraulic system | 1.2 gal (4.5 L) |
Hydraulics
| Capacity | 1.2 gal (4.5 L) |
|---|
Hitch
| Rear lift | 2,205 lbs (1000 kg) |
|---|---|
| Rear Type | I |
PTO
| Rear PTO | independent |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
Dimensions & Tires
| 2WD Ground clearance | 11.4 inches (28 cm) |
|---|---|
| 2WD Length | 113 inches (287 cm) |
| 2WD Wheelbase | 78 inches (198 cm) |
| 4WD Ground clearance | 8.6 inches (21 cm) |
| 4WD Length | 116.1 inches (294 cm) |
| 4WD Wheelbase | 79.5 inches (201 cm) |
| Height (ROPS) | 74.8 inches (189 cm) |
| Height (steering wheel) | 47.6 inches (120 cm) |
| Width | 39.8 inches (101 cm) |
| 2WD Wheelbase | 78 inches (198 cm) |
| 4WD Wheelbase | 79.5 inches (201 cm) |
| Front tire | 5x16 |
| Rear tire | 10x24 |
| 2WD Ag front | 5x16 |
| 4WD Ag front | 6x16 / 7x18 |
| Ag rear | 10x24 |
Variants
| 142 | 2WD |
|---|---|
| 142A | 4WD |