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Massey Ferguson 8730

The Massey Ferguson 8730 is a row-crop tractor produced from 2014 to 2017 as part of the 8700 Series. It is built in Jackson, Minnesota, USA by Massey Ferguson, a part of AGCO. The tractor features an AGCO POWER 8.4L 6-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine with air-to-air intercooler, delivering 265 hp rated power and up to 295 hp maximum power. It uses a Dyna-VT continuously variable transmission (CVT) with infinite forward and reverse gears in two ranges. The 8730 includes four-wheel drive, electro-hydraulic differential lock, hydrostatic power steering, and hydraulic wet disc brakes. The cab is standard with air-conditioning and offers optional OptiRide Plus hydraulic cab suspension. Hydraulics are closed center load sensing (CCLS) with 2900 psi pressure and 54 gpm pump flow. The tractor hitch supports category III/IVN with a rear lift capacity of 26455 lbs. The rear PTO is independent with 1000/1000E (1.75) type. Dimensions include a 122 inch wheelbase, 218.6 inch length, 141 inch cab height, and a shipping weight of 23810 lbs. Electrical system features a 12 volt negative ground with a 240 amp alternator. The 8730 is related to models 8730S, 8727, 8732, and 8660 and has a similar Challenger model MT655E.
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Power265 hp
Founded2014 - 2017
Model8730

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Massey Ferguson 8730

Power

Engine power:265 hp (197.6 kW)
PTO (tested):261.5 hp (195.0 kW)
PTO (claimed):225 hp (167.8 kW)
Drawbar (tested):217.2 hp (162.0 kW)

Engine

Type:turbocharged with air-to-air intercooler diesel
Power:265 hp (197.6 kW)
Cooling:liquid-cooled
Starter:electric
Cylinders:6-cylinder 24-valve
Emissions:Tier IV
Fuel tank:166 gal (628.3 L)
Rated RPM:2100
Bore/Stroke:4.37x5.71 inches (111 x 145 mm)
Displacement:512.6 ci (8.4 L)
Manufacturer:AGCO POWER
Maximum Power:295 hp (220.0 kW)
Starter volts:12
Emission control:selective catalytic reduction (SCR)
Exhaust fluid (DEF):15.8 gal (59.8 L)

Variants

Similar Challenger model:MT655E

Dimensions

Length:218.6 inches (555 cm)
Wheelbase:122 inches (309 cm)
Height (cab):141 inches (358 cm)
Bar rear axle:4.33 by 105 inches (109 by 2667 mm), 4.33 by 118 inches (109 by 2997 mm)
Shipping weight:23810 lbs (10800 kg)

Electrical

Ground:negative
Battery volts:12
Charging amps:240 (twin 120A)
Charging volts:12
Charging system:alternator

Hydraulics

Type:closed center load sensing (CCLS)
Valves:4 to 6
Pressure:2900 psi (200.0 bar)
Pump flow:54 gpm (204.4 lpm)

Mechanical

Cab:standard with air-conditioning. Optional OptiRide Plus hydraulic cab suspension. AgCommand ready; AUTO-GUIDE 3000
Drive:Four-wheel drive
Brakes:Hydraulic wet disc brakes
Steering:hydrostatic power
Differential lock:electro-hydraulic

Production

Type:Row-Crop tractor
Series:8700 Series
Built in:Jackson, Minnesota, USA
Years produced:2014 - 2017

Transmission

Type:continuously variable transmission (CVT)
Gears:infinite forward and reverse (2-range)
Transmission:Dyna-VT

Tractor hitch

Drawbar:Cat. 3
Rear Type:III/IVN
Optional drawbar:Cat 3 Heavy Duty, Cat 4
Rear lift (at ends):26455 lbs (11999 kg)

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:independent
Rear PTO Type:1000/1000E (1.75)

Related Models

Massey Ferguson 8730S

Model:8730S

Massey Ferguson 8727

Model:8727

Massey Ferguson 8732

Model:8732

Massey Ferguson 8660

Model:8660