Massey Ferguson: New MF6718S is the world’s first 200hp four-cylinder tractor

Massey Ferguson has introduced its new MF6700S Series that include the world’s first 200hp, four-cylinder agricultural tractor.

The company’s MF6718S has a four-cylinder engine with an output of 200hp with Engine Power Management (EPM) for the first time. The compact, powerful engine, a 2.67m wheelbase and a turning radius of just 4.75m also makes the MF6718S the most manoeuvrable 200hp agricultural tractor. With an exceptional power to weight ratio, the tractor combines the highest performance with optimum economy.

Light and nimble for loader operations, the MF6700S Series also provides the strength, hydraulic power and lift capacity for heavy-duty fieldwork.

The six new models in the MF6700S Series are all powered by the very latest Agco Power 4.9-litre, four-cylinder engine. This generates maximum power outputs from 120hp to 175hp, with EPM boosting this on all models.

“Massey Ferguson invented the concept of the high-power, four-cylinder tractor, with the original MF6600 breaking new ground and creating a completely new class of 150hp+ tractors,” Massey Ferguson’s director of marketing services, Campbell Scott, said. “Now, we’re further advancing performance in this sector up to 200hp on the MF6718S.

“The advanced engine develops its maximum power at just 2,000rpm and generates maximum torque at 1,500rpm, which means it delivers exceptional fuel economy combined with superb pulling power – and with plenty in reserve. This provides users with the operating benefits associated with larger, longer and heavier six-cylinder tractors, but in a compact and extremely light machine.”

“The only comparison with the MF6600 Series is the tractor’s looks. The MF6700S Series contains considerable changes and new developments in engine design, transmission choice, hydraulic output, four-speed PTO and superb cab comfort,” Mr Scott added.

Advanced engines
The new 4.9-litre, four-cylinder Agco Power engine complies with the strict Stage IV emission regulations using a maintenance free, selective catalytic reduction (SCR) and a diesel oxidation catalyst (DOC) system with an electronic waste-gated turbocharger.

The straightforward and compact design houses the catalysers in the oval-shaped exhaust, and the DOC under the bonnet. There’s no need for an additional, large cooling package ensuring the MF6700S tractors continue to offer superb visibility to the front and sides.

On top of the engine’s optimum fuel economy and the maintenance-free emission regulation system, running costs are further reduced by the 600hr service intervals – 20 per cent longer than previous designs.

The MF6700S series is available with a choice of Massey Ferguson’s leading transmission technology and all now are also available on tractors with the EPM boost.

For the first time, the continuously variable Dyna-VT is now available from the 130hp MF6713S model upwards. This delivers ultimate control and economy by providing precise regulation of forward speed, while minimising the engine rpm ensuring the tractor always operates at optimum efficiency and economy.

The latest 40km/hr Eco Dyna-4 transmission now offers further efficiency providing 40km/hr at engine speeds as low as 1,850rpm.

Dyna-6 and Dyna-4 transmissions now provide an AutoDrive pedal mode. In the “Automatic” setting this changes gears automatically, according to the engine load and speed. As well easing operation, this also selects the best setting for performance and fuel economy.

Agility and economy
Built on a 2.67m wheelbase, the MF6700S tractors weigh 500kg less than their equivalent six-cylinder models. Coupled with their powerful engines, this produces an unrivalled power to weight ratio that results in a light footprint and optimum economy.

The MF 6718S offers tightest turns available from a 200hp agricultural tractor. This is thanks to its compact design and sculpted front frame delivering a turning radius of just 4.75m, even when fitted with the integrated front linkage system.

Massey Ferguson’s Speedsteer increases the steering ratio, minimising the number of steering wheel turns needed to make a turn. This increases efficiency making headland turns faster and easier.

The exclusive Trelleborg Progressive Traction TM700 and TM800 tyre option further improves performance by efficiently transferring the MF6700S tractors’ power and torque to the ground.

Tested to the extreme in the Antarctica2 expedition, which took a standard MF 5610 wheeled tractor to the South Pole, these tyres are proven to improve driver comfort, boost output, reduce soil compaction and cut fuel consumption.

Depending on model, buyers can choose from a wide PTO speed choice, including 540/1,000rpm with a flanged PTO and 6/21 spline shafts at all levels.

Electronic control is standard for Dyna-VT versions. The standard Eco PTO can be specified with mechanical lever or full electronic controls on Dyna-4 and Dyna-6 transmission tractors.

Hydraulics on the MF6700S range are designed to handle the demands of modern implements with ease, as well as providing the flow and power for fast, efficient loader operations.

Flowrates of up to 190 lit/min are available from the load-sensing system, which delivers the capacity to control even the most complex implements.

Up to five rear hydraulic valves can be specified on all Dyna-VT models, and all rear couplers are equipped with decompression levers, which make it faster and easier to connect-up machines.

Front-mounted implements are catered for with up to two independent front hydraulic valves plus a dedicated front linkage valve.

A new rear power beyond installation is ideal for high-tech hydraulically driven implements equipped with independent flow control valves, such as potato planters and sugar beet harvesters.

Rear linkage lift capacity is up to 9,600kg on Dyna-VT models (compared with 8,600kg on the MF6600 Series), which handles heavier, high capacity implements with Massey Ferguson’s renowned electronic linkage control (ELC) providing easy operation.

The compact dimensions, power, visibility and high hydraulic capacity make the MF6700S the perfect loader tractor, with the addition of the Visioline roof option offering an unrivalled view when loading at height.

Massey Ferguson’s 900 front loader can now be specified with a third, “live” service, a clever addition to the loader hydraulic control that enables the operator to open/close a grab and tip or crowd an implement at the same time.

Tractors can be ordered loader-ready, requiring just the fitting of the loader beams and implement.

MF6700S operators benefit from the same space and cab comfort that is proven on the existing MF7700 and MF5700SL ranges.

These are now equipped with a new active mechanical cab suspension, with Continuous Damping Control (CDC) for the ultimate comfort, both in the field and on the road. This reduces heave/pitch and roll movements, reacting according to vehicle behaviour to provide optimum comfort to match all terrains and conditions.

Inside, the cabs include the same clear, colour dashboard as the range-topping MF 8700 as well as the new Set Up and Information System (SIS), which offers a fast and easy way to set and monitor machine functions.

Massey Ferguson MF 6700 S Series

For more information visit: www.masseyferguson.co.uk.