Massey Ferguson 178 Specs ( 1968-1971 )
Overview
The Massey Ferguson 178 is a farm tractor produced from 1968 to 1971, powered by a 4.1L Perkins 4-cylinder diesel engine. This model features an open operator station and was available in two-wheel or four-wheel drive configurations with a maximum operating weight of 6,878 pounds for the 2WD version.
Ideal Applications
Engine Performance and Torque:
The Perkins A4.248 liquid-cooled diesel engine is rated at 73 hp and produces 212 lb-ft of torque at 1300 RPM.
Transmission and Mechanical Layout:
The mechanical configuration includes options for 6-speed, 8-speed, or 12-speed partial powershift transmissions with power assist steering and dry disc brakes.
Rear Hitch and Hydraulic Output:
Equipped with a Type II rear hitch, the tractor is rated for a 3,900 lb lift capacity and a 3.1 gpm hydraulic gear pump flow.
Production
| Manufacturer | Massey Ferguson |
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Engine
| Engine type | Perkins 4.1L 4-cyl diesel |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank | 21.7 gal (82.1 L) |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.975x5.00 inches (101 x 127 mm) |
| Compression | 16:1 |
| Coolant capacity | 28.8 qts (27.3 L) |
| Description | Perkins A4.248 / diesel / 4-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 247.8 ci (4.1 L) |
| Oil capacity | 15 qts (14.2 L) |
| Power | 73 hp (54.4 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2000 |
| Starter type | electric |
| Torque | 212 lb-ft (287.5 Nm) |
| Torque RPM | 1300 |
| PTO (claimed) | 62 hp (46.2 kW) |
Transmission
| Gears | 12 forward and 4 reverse / 6 forward and 2 reverse / 8 forward and 2 reverse |
|---|---|
| Transmission | Multi Power |
| Type | partial powershift / unsynchronized / unsynchronized |
| Transmission type | 12-speed partial powershift / 6-speed unsynchronized / 8-speed unsynchronized |
| Transmission type | 12-speed partial powershift / 6-speed unsynchronized / 8-speed unsynchronized |
Mechanical
| Cab | Open operator station. |
|---|---|
| Description | Dry disc brakes |
| Drive type | Two- or four-wheel drive |
| Steering | power assist |
Hydraulics
| Pump flow | 3.1 gpm (gear) (11.7 lpm) |
|---|---|
| Valves | 1 or 2 |
Hitch
| Rear lift | 3,900 lbs (1769 kg) |
|---|---|
| Rear Type | II |
PTO
| Rear PTO Type | 540/ground |
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Dimensions & Tires
| Ground clearance | 17.5 inches (44 cm) |
|---|---|
| Height (steering wheel) | 67 inches (170 cm) |
| Length | 136 inches (345 cm) |
| Operating weight | 6,878 lbs (2WD) (3119 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 84 inches (213 cm) |
| Width | 72 inches (182 cm) |
| Front tire | 7.5x16 |
| Rear tire | 12x36 |
| Weight | 6878 to 7760 pounds |
| Wheelbase | 84 inches (213 cm) |
| Ag front | 7.5x16 |
| Ag rear | 12x36 |
178 Serial Numbers
| 1968 | 722680 |
|---|---|
| 1969 | 732158 |
| 1970 | 740301 |
| 1971 | 747283 |
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