4 things you need to know about the Massey Ferguson’s 8S: 2021 TOTY winner
Massey Ferguson is delighted to announce the MF 8S.265 Dyna E-Power Exclusive as the winner of Tractor Of The Year 2021. Here are 4 things you need to know.
The Tractor of the year competition takes various tractors from a wide range of applications and puts them up against each other to see which is best in class. This year saw a wide range of winners in the different categories but it was the Massey Ferguson 8S which won the overall title. Here are five things that you need to know about the 2021 TOTY winner.
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1. Award-winning technology
The MF 8S.265 Dyna E-Power Exclusive, sits at the top of the MF 8S Series, which includes four other models ranging from 205hp to 265hp. Each model offers 20hp of extra power thanks to the unique Engine Power Management.
The MF 8S Series is completely new and introduces novel, innovative designs in every area such as with regards to the engine, cab, transmission, driveline as well as with new controls and connectivity features. Setting the tractors apart is the unique Protect-U design, with its 24cm space that separates the engine from the cab and insulates it from noise, heat and vibration. Although the tractor is equipped to a high standard, the MF 8S comes with different specification packages, which offer great value for money, ensuring owners only pay for what they need.
2. Industry-leading cab
The MF 8S has been praised for its industry-leading, four-pillar cab which is the quietest on the market - at only 68dB. It also features a distinctive inclined windscreen which provides ultimate space and visibility. Inside the cab one will find that it provides optimum control via the new Multipad control lever and armrest, along with connectivity for smart farming operations.
A new digital MF vDisplay, fitted to the right-hand pillar, replaces the conventional dashboard and leaves just the steering wheel and Power Control lever to ensure exceptional visibility over the slim, wasp-waisted bonnet. Complete connectivity is assured with MF Connect telemetry and the Datatronic 5 terminal which is fitted as standard. There is also the option to use an extra Fieldstar 5 terminal to manage the MF Technologies Suite – including MF Guide, MF Section Control and MF Rate Control.
3. New highly efficient transmissions
Another impressive element to the MF 8S is the completely new, Dyna E-Power dual clutch technology which combines the comfort of a CVT with the efficiency of a semi-powershift transmission. The benefits of this are that it reduces power loss by 26% at higher speeds, saving up to 5% in fuel. The new Dyna-7 semi-powershift is also available on the MF 8S range and offers 28 forward and reverse speeds. With the same easy operation and reliability of the renowned Dyna-6, it delivers one extra speed with smoother shifting and is also now 15% more efficient.
4. Built tough
The MF8S has been built on a 3.5m wheelbase and with a strong, new rear axle which enables this model to deliver 10% more tractive power. With powerful new hydraulics and PTO, it delivers higher performance, operates more efficiently and cuts costs. The MF 8S Series tractors can also be fitted with rear tyres of up to 2.05m in diameter (R42), including the exclusive option of the latest VF650/75 R42 Trelleborg TM1000 PT.
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No stranger to winning
The Tractor Of The Year 2021 award is a new addition to the MF 8S trophies cabinet, as the MF 8S digital launch even won the Gold Medal Award in the category “Best Use of Digital Technology” and the Silver Medal Award as “Best B2B Digital/Hybrid Event” at the Best Event Award Italy 2020.
“Everyone at Massey Ferguson is overjoyed to receive the ultimate honour of Tractor Of The Year 2021,” says Thierry Lhotte, Vice President and Managing Director for Massey Ferguson, Europe & Middle East. “With the MF 8S Series, we set out to define a new era, not just for Massey Ferguson, but also for tractor design and, of course, our customers.