New MF tractor series launched
Massey Ferguson has announced the launch of the new MF 9S Series, which includes six models with powers from 285hp to 425hp.
With power up to 132hp, these are the largest, most powerful models in MF’s Global Series -- sturdy, straightforward, all-purpose tractors in three variants in the 70-130hp sector.
The MF 6700 Series has a 2.5m wheelbase and 5.2t linkage capacity, making them ideal loader tractors capable of handling heavy loads; they suit livestock and mixed farming, or could serve as a second or third main tractor on arable farms.
Power comes from an AGCO Power 4.4L, four-cylinder Tier 2 mechanical injection engine, which enables low cost operation and maintenance, excellent power and torque, and low maintenance.
All models have a 12 x 12 synchronised mechanical transmission, with six synchronised gears in two ranges and a top speed of 40 km/h.
Direction changes are made simply using the standard power shuttle, providing fingertip forward/reverse shifts without using the clutch as well as a button on the gear lever for clutch-less shifting on the go. In the paddock the gearbox has seven gears in the important 4-12km/h field working range, and a practical overlap of speeds to ensure it is possible to pull away with a laden trailer without the need to change ranges.
A high-pressure gear pump supplies 57L/min hydraulic flow for the rear linkage, with a second 41L/min pump dedicated to the auxiliary spool valves. A separate pump delivers 27L/min for auxiliary circuits including the steering, 4WD, diff-lock engagement and PTO control.
When extra flow is required, perhaps when using a frontloader, the primary and secondary pumps can combine their flows to provide 98L/min to the auxiliary system. Two double acting spool valves with float are fitted as standard and a third spool with flow divider is optional.
The three-point linkage has a maximum lift capacity of 5200kg, using linkage arm sensors to achieve accurate draft and position control through Massey Ferguson’s electronic hitch control (ELC) system.
A choice of three PTO speeds (540/540E/1000 rpm) is standard, with engagement via independent PTO (IPTO) multi-disc clutch engaged electro-hydraulically to ease driveline stresses by taking up the drive gradually.
In the cab, controls are grouped logically, with the right-hand console housing the throttle and spool valve controls, while a small ‘mouse-like’ control fits into the operator’s hand to control the electronic linkage.
At the rear, a range of sockets are provided to power auxiliary control boxes and equipment.
The operator’s dashboard presents a mix of analogue and digital displays, showing all essential information including a performance monitor to provide information on work rates and area worked, as well as advanced diagnostic capabilities.
A degree of automation to make life easier, includes electro-hydraulic activation of the differential lock and 4WD.
To complete the package, a range of frontloaders, including the MF 900X and MF Professional series loader ranges, are standard with mechanical self-levelling, and a range of non-self-levelling loaders are also available for New Zealand, all with a choice of lift capacities and reach, and control via the integrated Massey Ferguson joystick.
