Massey Ferguson introduced and displayed its 8700 Series high-horsepower tractors at the World Ag Expo in Tulare, Calif.
Featuring AGCO POWER 8.4-liter diesel engines, hefty hydraulics, CVT transmissions and a redesigned cab, Massey Ferguson boasts these tractors “deliver unparalleled performance while maximizing operator comfort around the dairy or in the field.”
“The 8700 Series tractors deliver all the power and capability our customers demand with advanced features that boost fuel economy and enhance operator comfort for longer, more productive days in the field,” says Conor Bergin, product marketing manager, High Horsepower Tractors. “And, these tractors are built with pride in Jackson, Minnesota, by a team committed to meeting the quality demands and productivity needs of modern growers.”
With five models ranging from 270 to 370 maximum engine horsepower with 900 to 1,136 ft-lbs of torque, the 8700 Series allows growers to match the optimal model to their operation.
AP84-4 engines power all five models in the 8700 Series. Now with twin turbochargers, these power plants feature Engine Power Management (EPM) technology to actively manage performance. The EPM system works with the electronic fuel injection system and the transmission to optimize performance, delivering a high torque rise at low rpm and boosting horsepower.
Massey Ferguson says the new CYCLAIR cooling package improves cooling capability without increasing the size of any cooling system components. The hood and grill have been modified to increase intake airflow, while additional vents on the side let warm air out. A bypass system manages airflow to the intercooler while maintaining airflow to the radiator.
The AP84-4 engines in each 8700 Series model provide more torque and horsepower, improved fuel efficiency, plus longer service intervals – now 500 hours, versus 400 hours for previous models.
Enhanced engine power isn’t the only upgrade for the 8700 Series tractors – hydraulic capacity has been increased significantly to 54 gpm. Massey Ferguson says the updated hydraulic system provides more consistent, stable flow. A 21-spline front PTO is also available from the factory, providing 1,000 rpm, counterclockwise rotation.
The advanced Dyna-VT CVT transmission utilizes Dynamic Tractor Management (DTM) to synchronize engine and transmission performance. Operators can choose their ground speed, and with just the push of a button, DTM automatically matches the most efficient engine speed, holds the ground speed, and maintains power under the load.
The 8700 Series introduces a redesigned cab. In addition to comfortable seating, clear sight lines and OptiRide Plus cab suspension, Massey Ferguson says the cab features an ergonomic interior to maximize productivity.
The bright SIS (setup and information screen) is designed to simplify navigation with a 50 percent larger screen that is 10 times higher in resolution than the previous screen. Important settings and controls are now grouped together on one B-pillar. The ergonomic armrest provides fingertip control of key functions like hydraulics and PTO.
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