Massey Ferguson combines – the story of the triumph of “intelligent” agricultural technology

Massey Ferguson is an American company that is a world leader in the production of agricultural machinery. It began its existence in 1847 and today is one of the most successful companies in the world. The range of its products is very diverse. It produced almost a record number of series of various equipment. Today we will focus on tractors.

Tractor Massey Ferguson 8480

The Massey Ferguson 8480 is distinguished by high quality, excellent assembly, reliability, simplicity and ease of operation. This technique can easily cope with various tasks on the site. And together with attachments, the unit becomes even more functional and versatile.

Specifications:

• Fuel tank: 600 l
• Engine: 216.3 kW
• Dimensions: 5240x3140x3075 mm
• Starting system: electric starter

This model is also characterized by high fuel efficiency and good productivity.

Of course, such a large manufacturer in its production of such agricultural equipment uses only modern technologies that make it possible to achieve such a high level of these machines.

Features of Moses Ferguson combines

• unique technology of the threshing and separating device - a longitudinal rotor, which is not found in other brands;
• predominant use of galvanized parts for better corrosion resistance;
• uniform supply of cut plant stems and their smooth movement within the machine itself;
• spacious bunker for long-term operation without shipments;
• economy in terms of fuels and lubricants;
• convenient location of engine and chassis components;
• maintainability - standardized spare parts are still produced for Massey Ferguson models produced in the last century.

Tractor Massey Ferguson 8690

The Massey Ferguson 8690 wheeled tractor is designed to last longer - it can handle the toughest jobs and cover large areas longer with low operating costs.
Advantages of the Massey Ferguson MF 8690 tractor:

• AGCO POWER 6-cylinder engine, 8.4 liters with Common Rail fuel system;
• OptiRide Plus 4-point cab suspension system;
• powerful rear 3-point hitch with a lifting capacity of 12,000 kg;
• integrated front linkage (IFLS) with a lifting capacity of 5000 kg;
• Dyna-VT transmission comes with Dynamic Tractor Management (DTM);

Benefits of Massey Ferguson technology

The company was founded in 1847 by Canadian farmer Daniel Massey, who began producing mechanized threshers and opened an enterprise for repairing agricultural machinery. The merger with the Harris company in 1891 allowed the small company to enter the world market. For a long time, engineers worked to improve agricultural implements and implements, and in 1930 they offered farmers a tractor whose technical characteristics were many times superior to soil cultivation machines of that time.

To strengthen its position in the market, Massey-Harris merged in 1953 with Harry Ferguson Limited, which produced machines with a three-point hydraulically operated attachment mechanism. In 1957, the brand name and logo were finally formed: Massey Ferguson with the famous “Three Triangles”.

The undoubted advantage of Massey Ferguson tractors is their technical characteristics, which are always one step ahead of time. Machine modernization is taking place in all aspects. Some of the positive aspects of the technology include:

• the presence of an electronic hitch control system and electronic hitch control;
• using GPS navigation to develop yield maps;
• automatic steering function;
• electronic gear shifting on the fly without using the clutch and losing power;
• comfortable conditions for the operator: ultra-quiet cabin, air-suspended seat, use of climate control.

Tractor Massey Ferguson 7624

Technical characteristics of Massey Ferguson 7624:

• Engine - AGCO POWER with Common Rail fuel system and four valves per cylinder
• Maximum power, kW/l. With. — 173/215
• Engine volume, l - 7.4
• Fuel tank capacity, l - 470
• Load capacity of the rear linkage, kg - 9300
• Gross weight, kg - 7400

Active rear linkage control system in transport mode (ATC). The ATC system automatically measures the weight of the attached equipment and, based on this data, controls the operation of the linkage mechanism, ensuring shock load damping.

Features of the device and operation

1. The internal combustion engine is a forced AGCO Power engine with a rated power of 132 horsepower. With a displacement of 4.4 liters, the engine torque is 540 N/m, available at 1500 rpm. Among the main advantages of the engine, we note its good traction characteristics and low fuel consumption. The crankshaft rotation speed reaches 2000 rpm. In addition to low fuel consumption, the engine has low noise, vibration and wear on screw connections and other components. This indicates increased reliability of components with high quality workmanship.
2. The gearbox is an automatic transmission with 12 forward and 12 rear speeds, which are divided into two ranges. For work in field conditions, the maximum speed can reach 12 km/h. There are no more than six gears in this speed range. At the same time, in peak mode the tractor can accelerate to 40 km/h, which is very important in urban conditions, as well as for active movement between work sites. The speeds are activated by levers located in close proximity to the driver's seat. In addition, the transmission is based on a dry single-plate clutch, which is characterized by simplicity and ease of long-term maintenance. In addition, the functionality of the transmission is enhanced by electronically controlled shuttle mechanism, as well as a multi-plate clutch operating in an oil bath. On request, you can install a creeper, which is useful for working at ultra-low speeds - for example, at 14 km/h and 1400 rpm. You can also install tires with parameters 16.9R34.
3. The MF 6713 tractor has a universal design, adapted for the installation of any attachments. To do this, the machine is equipped with a Massey Ferguson three-point hitch of its own production - it is endowed with high performance and is able to withstand the heaviest attachments that may be useful for working in the field. The hydraulic system includes two gear pumps providing a flow rate of up to 98 liters per minute. When the first pump is turned on, the power will be 34 liters per minute, and when the second pump is activated, this figure will be 57 liters per minute. The result together is 98 l/min. Thanks to these characteristics, the weight of the attachment can reach 98 liters per minute.
4. The Massey Ferguson 6713 tractor received a multifunctional cabin with an increased level of comfort, in which you can stay for as long as possible, and due to this, the machine is designed for multi-shift operation. In such comfortable conditions, the driver gets less tired and is able to work longer - largely thanks to the excellent sound and heat insulation, as well as the presence of air conditioning and heating systems. The ergonomic right side console with a rational arrangement of the gearbox, levers and switch deserves special attention. We also note the functional dashboard, which contains informative instrumentation. The steering column can be adjusted for reach and tilt, and the driver's seat can be adjusted for height. The wide glass area, as well as the central interior mirror and large rear-view mirrors, guarantee excellent visibility in all conditions. Additional light illumination inside and outside increases the convenience of working in the dark.
5. The PTO gearbox – in the advanced configuration – is designed for two speed modes of operation – 500 and 1000 rpm. The shaft is engaged using a modern independent clutch with an electro-hydraulic control drive. This solution allows you to operate the equipment with maximum smoothness, as well as without damage or sudden loads to the power transmission and other components. The rear linkage is adapted to the dimensions of the Massey Ferguson 6713 tractor. The lifting capacity of the rear linkage is designed for 5200 kg, which allows you to lift heavy attachments. The standard equipment includes the ELC system, which controls the rear linkage control electronically. ELC technology, in turn, ensures efficient and reliable control of the linkage, which is very important when carrying out complex tasks - for example, if it is necessary to adjust the depth level of equipment during soil cultivation. You can also automatically adjust the height of the working implement. The adjustment is carried out with the greatest possible accuracy. At the same time, it was possible to eliminate wheel slip and minimize fuel consumption.

Test drive of the Massey Ferguson 8690 tractor

News from the fields

August 10, 2016, 10:00

Farmers begin to prepare for field work in advance, as they say: prepare your sleigh in the summer. The selection of agricultural machinery is an extremely sensitive issue, since the final harvest largely depends on its decision.

Often, the real production capacity of a tractor or combine can only be determined after they have been “run in” directly on the field. It is becoming increasingly popular among agricultural producers to hold “competitions” of similar models in order to choose the optimal machines for their farms. Latifundist.

com attended one of these demo shows and found out what exactly farmers look at when choosing agricultural equipment for their enterprise.

Field studies

So, we are heading to the very heart of the country. Agro is a small enterprise located in the village of Lozovatka, Dnepropetrovsk region. The farm processes 2 thousand.

hectares of land, growing the main grain crops: wheat, corn, barley. We are met by the director of Zarechnaya, Alexey Nosik, who is already ready to test the equipment with a full complement of his engineers and machine operators.

Reviews

• Konstantin, Moscow region. I've been working on this machine for two months. Previously worked on MTZ tractors. Of course, there is no comparison with this technique. The device is equipped with modern attachment systems and comfort elements that increase productivity. There is air conditioning, heating, seat and steering column adjustments. I’m glad that the engineers took good care of comfort - of course, thanks to this, you feel much less fatigue and discomfort during multi-shift work. Fortunately, the technology does not cause technical problems. But this is understandable, because the car is relatively new. I would like to note the powerful attachments, capable of lifting bulky loads and working in any field of activity. The PTO box and hydraulic system are precisely adapted to high loads, and this is clearly felt. Handling is surprisingly mediocre; the tractor is difficult to control due to its large mass and dimensions. But the car looks menacing and impressive.
• Alexey, St. Petersburg. The Ferguson MF 6713 model has been used on our farm for 6 months. The tractor qualitatively processes any sown areas, actively participates in hilling, harrowing and soil cultivation. The equipment is adapted to any task, and from the point of view of versatility, the Mf 6713 model shows its best side. This applies to both comfort and equipment included in the basic package. The engine is diesel, but operates with minimal noise and vibration. Maintenance is expensive, and it cannot be done without original parts. Therefore, you have to limit yourself to spare parts that are brought from abroad and wait for months for them. The Ferguson MF 6713 tractor is equipped with cool off-road wheels with thick tires that cannot be punctured. Unfortunately, you only need to fill the engine with the highest quality diesel fuel, which you still have to look for in Russia.