MASSEY FERGUSON 2100 - User manual

Latest generation of high output big balers
MF
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2100

A major step forward
in baler technology
Simplicity with sophistication
The MF 2100 Series of four big
square balers introduces a host of
totally new features designed to
provide farmers with substantial
improvements in capacity, bale
density and operating efficiency,
together with real savings in
time and costs. These machines
represent a whole new generation
of big balers, ‘raising the bar’
significantly in this highly
competitive sector of the market.
Massey Ferguson’s factory at Hesston, USA, has long been
regarded as a centre of excellence in the development of
world-beating baling machinery, leading the way in terms
of quality, innovation and long-term reliability.
The design engineers at Hesston
set out to create a family of
balers that was simple to
operate and maintain, but which
incorporated a range of clever
new developments destined to
produce perfect bales – in less
time, and transported at less cost.
The sleek, modern lines of these
machines underline their place at
the forefront of baler design.
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Ultimately, owners of these superb
balers will have the reassurance
that they have a machine based
on proven technology, more than
30 years specialist experience and
leading edge innovation. 2008 saw
the 30th anniversary of production
of big balers at our Hesston
plant. You don’t need any more
reassurance than that!

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We’ve got the power
Massey Ferguson’s
range of big balers
has a model for the
precise size of bale
you need.
Massey Ferguson balers have long
been renowned for their ability to
produce bales of consistent
density, shape and weight, so the
MF 2100 Series forms bales to
the same dimensions as previous
models, whether you’re baling
silage, hay or straw.
All four models benefit from
increases in capacity particularly
the MF 2190 which, for example,
can deliver up to 30% extra due to
a 30% increase in plunger speed.
This coupled with a heavier
flywheel and a longer plunger
stroke increases the inertia
created within the bale chamber
to increase the output.
This flagship model produces the
bale size required by straw-
burning power stations and
heating plants, while the other
models will bale renewable energy
crops, such as miscanthus.
Higher capacity across the range
enables major savings in fuel
and time to be achieved, with
increased bale weights lowering
the significant cost of transport.
Avedore 2 is a combined heating
and power generating plant in
Copenhagen, Denmark. It is the
largest of its type in the world
and burns a number of biofuels
with the option of burning fossil
fuels if needed. Avedore 2 burns
172,000 tonnes of straw bales
each year to provide heating for
200,000 households and electricity
for 1.3 million homes. The bale
size this plant has been designed
to use is 1.28 m x 1.20 m, the
size produced by the MF 2190. A
similar power station at Ely in the
UK also uses the same bale size
as its benchmark.
Model range
Model Bale size (W x H) Straw Hay Silage
MF 2150 0.80 x 0.88 m ●●●
MF 2160 1.20 x 0.70 m ●●●
MF 2170 1.20 x 0.88 m ●●●
MF 2190 1.20 x 1.28 m ●●-
●= Baling capability, - = Not applicable

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Built for the most
demanding harvests
These balers are built around a
simple, but immensely strong,
frame on which all components are
mounted. High quality steel used in
the construction ensures long-term
durability – in fact higher grade
materials are used throughout,
boosting the machines’ reliability.
Upgraded bearings and the use
of sealed-type bearings have
together eliminated the need for
the main AutoLube system and
the use of sealed for life bearings
have reduced maintenance
times significantly and increased
reliability over balers having
AutoLube systems .
Access to all areas of the baler
for maintenance and service has
been substantially improved by
the design of large, lightweight
side panels that can be opened
in seconds. In addition, three
extra work lights have been fitted
under the shielding for easier
twine-loading and service area
illumination at night.
Even in the toughest conditions, you don’t want reliability problems
in, what is often, a race against time. The MF 2100 Series balers
will quickly earn your trust, with their day-in, day-out consistency
and dependability.
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The proven Massey Ferguson
ball hitch provides a solid, secure
baler/tractor connection and is
fully adjustable to fit any tractor
hitch design - although other
hitch designs can easily be
fitted, if required. High ground
clearance allows more than
enough room to pass over even
the largest crop swath. This
also increases service access
underneath the baler.
The heart of the matter
Central to the production capacity
boost are improvements to the
baler driveline. On the MF 2190,
the gearbox runs at an uprated 33
strokes/minute which can increase
the baler capacity by up to 30%.
On the other three models in the
series, the speed is increased to
47 strokes/minute.
The flywheel has had its weight
increased to give greater force
to the plunger and smooth out
the power requirement from
the tractor. The crank arms are
longer than before increasing the
force applied to the crop on the
compression stroke generating
higher densities within the bale.
The flywheel slip clutch now has
five discs, as opposed to four
on the previous model, to give
increased protection. There is also
a flywheel shearbolt retainer to
prevent shield damage.
The presence of the baler-mounted
hydraulic system means variables
in the tractor’s system do not
affect baler performance. It also
allows the procedure of attaching
baler to tractor to be a smooth and
easy operation. The bale ejector,
roller bale chute lift and pick-up lift
all run off the tractor’s hydraulics,
leaving the baler-mounted pump
to take charge of the bale chamber
doors and the knotter blower.

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01 Maintenance and service is quick and easy with lightweight side panels.
02 MF ball hitch. 03 Massive protected
flywheel.
04 Heavy duty plunger. 05 Baler driven self contained pump
powers density and fan drive.

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The start of a
perfect bale
Attention to detail
in all key areas of
the baling process
has taken the
MF 2100 Series
to new levels of
efficiency and
output.
Improved pick-up
This area has been the subject of
extensive upgrading to deliver a
high capacity but gentle feed of
the crop into the baler.
This is clear in the pick-up flotation
system, which now relies on
torsion bar suspension instead
of spring flotation. The more
integrated design adds to the pick-
up’s terrain-following capability.
The new design gives improved
ground clearance during baling
and transportation. The vertical
clearance between the pick-up
and tongue frame is increased to
enable extra crop volume to
be handled.
Four feeding augers for the non-
cutter baler provide positive, even
feed of the crop into the packers
ensuring the machine can be run
to its full potential. Cutter balers
have a full-width top auger to give
a smoother crop feed.
A robust, solid wind guard is
standard on all models, promoting
better control of the crop at
all times.
Within the Massey Ferguson
system, the packers feed the crop
into the pre-pack chamber to make
the flake. Once the pre-set even
density is achieved, the stuffer
– timed with the plunger – feeds
the flake into the bale chamber.
Because the stuffer only cycles
when the flake is ready, perfect
flakes are produced every time.
Bale density is fully automated
and maintained from the terminal
in the cab which monitors the
load on every plunger stroke. This
provides the best bale shape with
consistent bale weights throughout
the day even when the moisture
changes.
Even density silage bales retain
their optimum nutritional value,
while hay and straw bales are
consistently solid and square for
efficient transport and storage.
Reliability and durability is
enhanced by the extensive use
of sealed bearings and common
sense design. All reducing cost
of ownership.

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01 The new MF pickup with increased capacity.
02 Four feeding augers = Higher capacity feed.
03 Stuffer system = Proven, trustworthy design but now even more durable.
04 Wind guard = More control of the crop flow into the baler.
05 Packer crank = Even feed into pre-pack chamber.
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Unique knotter system
With the aim of perfect bale quality
and protection, the knotters are
chain-driven directly from the
gearbox, enabling plunger,
knotters and needles to be
synchronised precisely.
The renowned double knotter
system has been with us for over
30 years and why change the best
on the market.The system allows
the baler to produce the highest
density bales with the lowest
possible strain and wear on the
knotter components, increasing
knotter reliability and durability and
therefore reducing running costs.
In order to achieve high density
bales the twine is fed from the
top and bottom of the chamber
eliminating contact with the knotter
components, allowing the highly
compacted bales to be pushed out
pulling the twine along ( as shown
in Picture 4 opposite). The first
knot finishes the bale on the way
out of the chamber, the second
then becomes the first on the new
bale to be formed. As the twine is
only inserted into the knotter on
The double-knotter system pioneered at the Hesston factory has
an unrivalled record of reliability, tying many millions of bales all
over the world for over 30 years. It continues to perform this vital
role in the MF 2100 Series balers.
a tying cycle, there is no strain on
the components this dramatically
reduces the amount of wear,
increases longevity and reduces
running costs.
Some the best engineering designs
are simple and straightforward –
this system is a superb example,
further enhanced by the new
knotter blower.
Powered by the baler-mounted
hydraulic pump, the knotter blower
maintains a constant flow of air
at 140 km/h through the knotter
stack, instantly clearing any
debris entering the knotter area.
The design has been refined to
incorporate a transverse
impeller-type, hydraulically
driven fan, which increases fan
efficiency and has a lower power
consumption.
Extensive use of sealed bearings
throughout the knotter stack
prolongs component life and,
again, minimises maintenance and
lowers the cost of ownership.
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Now mounted in the centre of
the bale chamber, the bale length
star-wheel floats with the top
chamber door, ensuring that the
star-wheel gets firm traction in all
crop conditions for improved bale
length accuracy. In addition, the
knotter bale trip lockout is built to
a heavier duty specification for
longer life.
The knotters are lubricated by an
AutoLube system, controlled from
the terminal – lubrication intervals
can be varied to take account of
intensity of use.
All models carry 30 balls of twine
in the twine boxes.
The balls are carried at a 30° angle
making loading much easier. The
twine boxes take up less room on
the side of the baler allowing much
better service access.

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01 Knotters. 02 Knotter blower. 03 Knotter AutoLube
system.
05 Star-wheel. 06 High capacity
twine box.
07 Easy placement of twine.
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04 The double- knotter cycle.
The second knot tied
starts the next bale
First knot tied
finishes the bale

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Essential optional extras
For high quality silage or chopped straw, the MF 2150, MF 2160
and MF 2170 can be factory fitted with a heavy-duty pre-cutter unit.
It can also be specified for hay and straw only for the MF 2190.

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This unit chops the crop to your
required length and the packer
tines take the crop and fill the
pre-forming chamber. By retaining
the packer drive, the all-important
quality of the flakes is not
compromised.
The MF 2150 has a cutter with
11 knives, whilst the MF 2160,
MF 2170 and MF 2190 have 19
knives, offering average chop
lengths of 48 mm, 96 mm and
192 mm. The length of cut can
be easily and quickly changed by
lowering the knives from the cab
and repositioning the selector pin.
Lowering the knife bed also means
sharpening can be effected quickly
and efficiently. Each cutter knife has
its own spring loaded breakaway
system to protect against foreign
object damage. Combined with the
superior density control of the
MF baler, this allows you to achieve
the finest quality feed bales and
highest density straw bales.
01 Pre cutter unit. 02 Spring loaded
breakaway system.
03 Lowering the knife bed gives easy access to knives.
04 Three preset chop lengths can be easily selected using this selection rod.
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Suspended tandem axle
A self-steering, suspended tandem
axle is available as an option
to further enhance the baler’s
performance. This axle is fitted
with 500/45 – 22.5 tyres for better
flotation, higher ground clearance
and reduced compaction. While
hydraulic brakes are standard, an
air braking system is an option.
The MF 2150 is fitted with
500/50 – 17 tyres.

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Complete control at
your fingertips

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The entire baling operation can be
monitored from start to finish by
means of the highly versatile and
simple-to-use GTA Console I,
giving the operator fingertip
control over each stage of the
process. Acknowledged as the
best monitor in the field, the
console can be customised to
display precisely the information
that’s required.
The system ensures that every
bale is the same density,
regardless of moisture content,
and automatically diagnoses faults.
The high quality, easy-to-read
colour screen couldn’t be more
clear, whatever time of the day
or night, and the baler itself is
ISO-compliant so it can be
used on any tractor with an
ISO VT terminal.
What the GTA Console
can do for you
Functions monitored
on the console include:
• Strokes per flake
• Current flakes per bale
• Baler chamber pressure
• Feeder slip bar graph
• Knotter cycle and alarm
• Driving direction arrows
• Bale drop
• Load performance
01 GTA console.
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Customer support
Dedicated service
and dynamic
support
Massey Ferguson is a truly global
brand with machines operating
all over the world, and behind
every Massey Ferguson machine
is the powerful after sales
support of AGCO’s Customer
Support organisation.
Industry benchmarking shows that
AGCO offers customers world-
class parts and service support,
and this is never truer than in
support of our harvest machinery
both in and out of season.
In season excellence
The Harvest Support Programme is
designed to be extremely dynamic
and able to adapt immediately to
changing conditions. Each harvest
experience in every country is
used to continuously enhance
the comprehensive service. Key
elements include:
A dedicated harvest•
parts warehouse guaranteeing
superb parts supply and
availability, and enabling a direct
and rapid logistical response.
24/7 AGCO Parts warehouse and•
Customer Service facilities for
MF European combine markets.
Dealer direct access to on-line•
parts ordering 24/7 with full visibility
of parts availability throughout
the European warehouse network
round-the-clock.
Exceptional services such as•
late cut-offs, special transport,
‘Eurodirect’ deliveries throughout
Europe direct to MF dealers and
customers, and collection services
Specialist technicians with expert•
product knowledge supporting
local markets.
Local dealer commitment to the•
highest levels of service by
operating ‘out of hours’ parts
and service support.
Year round distinction
Naturally we recognise that
supporting our harvest equipment
goes beyond the harvest period.
All Massey Ferguson machinery
benefits from year round focus in
the form of both the exceptional
standards provided by
AGCO Parts as well as specific
servicing packages:
Industry-leading parts supply•
through AGCO Parts’ state-of-
the-art warehousing and logistics.
Genuine parts from•
AGCO Parts, the only genuine
supplier, guaranteeing the right
fit, first time, every time.
Well-qualified parts specialists and•
highly-trained service technicians
providing dedicated service
support and technical solutions.
After sales solutions for all ages•
of machinery for maximum
uptime in every situation.
Specific focus on preventative•
maintenance through
comprehensive pre- and post-
season health checks.
Long term reliability from•
affordable servicing and
maintenance packages.
After sales support from
AGCO Customer Support is about
providing the best solution to our
customers’ needs through world-
class parts and service; providing
the local service to the global brand.

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01 Ensuring the best service support. 02-04 Industry-leading parts
supply from AGCO Parts.
05 Lifetime support for all Massey Ferguson machines.
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Our promise to you
Our mission at Massey Ferguson, since the company was founded,
has been to design, engineer and manufacture reliable, trustworthy
and innovative machinery. Machinery that people recognise the
world over.
VISION
Our vision for the world of agricultural machinery
has always been clear; to produce worthwhile
and innovative solutions for professional farmers feeding
the world. Always recognisable, the
Massey Ferguson brand of products signifies
technological advancement, enhanced design,
strict testing and quality manufacturing which is
consistently trustworthy and hardworking.
INNOVATION
We’ve always been one step ahead when it comes to
innovation. Our founder, Harry Ferguson is proof of that.
Through continual questioning and analysis of
customers’ needs, our products are designed, tested
and built to enhance productivity, efficiency and
convenience, constantly pushing the boundaries
of farm machinery.
From the simplest push of a button to technological
innovations in engine and transmission efficiency, we
strive to make life simpler for the operator.
LEADERSHIP
Massey Ferguson is the most widely sold agricultural
machine in the world, making us the leaders in the
agricultural arena. We’ve won awards for our class-
leading technology and advancement in design and
we’re already driving ahead, environmentally and
economically.
QUALITY
It takes certain distinctive attributes to make a quality
product. At Massey Ferguson, this distinction starts
at the drawing board and doesn’t stop. Every stage of
manufacturing, from the building and testing process
to sourcing the best components, demands
excellence. Our products and services meet the
most stringent standards allowing us to deliver
our promises, confidently.
RELIABILITY
We don’t let a Massey Ferguson machine out of our
sight until we are 100% sure it will perform to the high
standards you expect. Only after rigorous and pain
staking testing both in simulations and in the field, will
we allow our products to leave the factory. Whatever
you put your machinery through, day after day, season
after season, we can guarantee we’ve already tested
those limits and gone beyond them.
SUPPORT
Agriculture can be a solitary business, that’s why we
make sure that you can get support whenever you
need it and at crucial times of the year. Be assured of
sustainability from more than 3,200 dealer outlets in
over 140 countries and a comprehensive machinery
distribution network, you’ll be part of dedicated family
of specialists who make it their business to give you
genuine, top quality service support.
Equally, we won’t let an opportunity slip through your
fingers. If you have the commitment but not necessarily
the financial resources to compete in today’s market-
driven climate then AGCO Finance could have the
solution. Ask your local dealer for more information.
Financial options are market specific but can include
leasing, hire purchase, contract hire and loan facilities.
PRIDE
Here at Massey Ferguson, pride means many things
to us. It’s in everything we do and it shows. It’s in our
proud heritage, our unique product design and our
ongoing support to our customers.
COMMITMENT
We are deeply committed to delivering the highest of
expectations and to build quality, reliable products with
innovative features that are backed by the best support
packages. Ultimately, we are committed to continuous
growth and profitability for all, whilst recognising the
needs of both large and small businesses through
professionalism and quality.

Specifications Every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in this publication is as accurate and current as possible.
However, inaccuracies, errors or omissions may occur and details of the specifications may be changed at any time without notice. Therefore, all specifications should be confirmed with your Massey Ferguson Dealer or Distributor prior to any purchase.
Bale Size MF 2150 MF 2160 MF 2170 MF 2190
Cross section (width x height)
mm 800 x 880 1200 x 700 1200 x 875 1280 x 1200
Length
mm Up to 2700
Dimensions and Weights
Overall width - single / tandem axle mm 2500/2600 2990/3020 3190/3020
Overall length – bale chute up mm 8000 7860
Overall height – to top of hand rail mm 3240 3270 3582
Weight
(single axle/tandem axle, no cutter)
kg 6480/7440 7323/7923 8482/9082 9942/10315
Main Drive
Protection Slip and overrun clutches, shearbolt
Gearbox type Enclosed, double reduction
Plunger
Speed strokes/min
47 33
Length of stroke mm 740 820
Pickup
Effective crop operating width mm 2260
Protection Slip and overrun clutches
Suspension Torsion bar
Feeding System
Packers Fork type,
4 tine
Fork type, 6 tine
Protection Splined slip clutch
Cutter
Drive protection Multiple slip clutch
Number of knives 11 19
Knife protection Individually sprung
Cut length 3 knives = 192mm, 8 knives = 96mm, 11 knives = 48mm
Tying Mechanism
Number / type of knotters 4 / Double
knot, twine tie
6 / Double knot, twine tie
Twine type / capacity Polypropylene or sisal / 30 balls
High Velocity Knotter Blower Standard
Knotter lubrication Automatic
Tyres
Single axle / Tandem axle 600/50-
22.5 12 ply
/500/50-17
700/50-
22.5 12 ply
/500/50x22.5
700/50-
22.5 12 ply
/500/50x22.5
28L x 26/
500/50x22.5
Lights
3 work lights, hazard/turn indicator lights, tail lights,
7 service lights
Control and Monitoring System
GTA Console I
Tractor Requirements
PTO horsepower - min / with Cutter kW 110 / 150 120 / 170 150 / 200
PTO rev/min 1000
Hydraulics - min/ recommended 2/3 double acting auxiliary valves
Equipment
Standard Two-rail bale ejector, Knotter Autolube
Optional Cutter, Tandem Axle, Heavy-duty roller bale chute
with drop indicator

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is a worldwide brand of AGCO.
Here’s a quick reminder of some of the advanced features of the
MF 2100 Series balers that has taken them to new levels of
efficiency and output.
New knotter blower standard on all models - blasts
air at 140 km/h over the knotters to clear debris.
Optional 65 km/h rated self-steering tandem axle
for enhanced performance .
High strength, high quality steel frame gives integral
durability.
Simple, efficient drive gives top performance and
easy maintenance.
Standard automatic knotter lubrication system
maintains peak efficiency.
Excellent twine storage capacity reduces downtime
and increases output – 30 balls on all models.
Up to 30% greater baling capacity (on the
MF 2190).
Increase in plunger speed for greater output on all
models.
On-board hydraulics control knotter blower and
bale chamber doors. This way bale density is not
affected by variables in tractor hydraulics.
Improved pick-up design delivers high capacity yet
gentle feed of crop.
Chain-driven from the main gearbox, the unique
double knotter system is retained to give reliable
tying for bale after bale.
Pre-compression chamber pre-forms every bale
flake ensuring the crop is of even density and
evenly distributed throughout the flake.
MF 2100 highlights
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