Sharing several design features from the larger 8S range, the new model uses a 6.6-litre AGCO power six-cylinder block which is shared across the range, offering 210hp with an additional 10hp available as a boost for transport, pto or high hydraulic demand applications through the use of the engine power management (EPM) system.
The sub-100hp power sector is awash with manufacturers from all over the globe, all vying to offer competitively priced yard tractors. Alex Heath finds out what bang for your buck you can expect to get for £30,000.
In recent years, attention to Massey Ferguson’s combines has been diverted at the range topping Ideal machines, however, its smaller ranges are still proving invaluable for many farmers. Alex Heath speaks to a Beta user of
Not ones to miss an opportunity, during our recent Massey Ferguson mower review we also managed to get our hands on one of the firm’s twin rotor rakes.
After the launch of its 8S Series tractors, Massey Ferguson has started rolling out its design and controls to other ranges, with the 5700S set to be replaced by the new 5S Series. Alex Heath reports.
Combine harvesters continue to increase in capacity and sheer bulk, but for smaller or mixed farms, there are still plenty of options, extending to used or hired machines. Jane Carley reports.
Representing an all-new mower design for Agco, we try out the latest additions to Massey Ferguson’s mounted mower-conditioner range.
Keen to find out more about Massey Ferguson’s latest tractor developments and technology changes, we put to the test its latest 6718 S and 7718 S models.
Combining big tractor features in a relatively compact package, we try out New Holland’s latest T5 Dynamic Command tractor. James Rickard puts it to work.
Few launches in recent years have split opinion like Massey Fergusons unveiling of its 8S Series, however, for one Staffordshire contracting firm, the opinion on the new tractors is unanimous. Alex Heath reports.