MASSEY FERGUSON 8600 - User manual

8600
A powerful future in farming
5 models: 270 to 370 hp
8600
A powerful future in farming
5 models: 270 to 370 hp
MF
HP
270-370 8600
VISION INNOVATION LEADERSHIP QUALITY RELIABILITY SUPPORT PRIDE COMMITMENT
MF
HP
270-370 8600

Farming
into the
future
Our vision of the future is to
provide you with opportunities
and solutions for your
business. A vision that will last
for generations to come.
Farming in today’s climate has many obstacles which
farmers and contractors have to face. With the world’s
population rising, a greater demand for food and land
and with changeable and volatile weather conditions,
you need machinery you can rely on.
We understand the challenges that farmers are
encountering and so our new range of agship tractors
has been designed and built by the people who truly
understand the nature of your business.
Through insight and innovation we build machinery that
meets the needs of modern farming so you can look to the
future with condence.
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It’s still a matter of pride
The AGCO SISU POWER e3
Selective Catalytic Reduction
(SCR) system is a unique and
sophisticated feature meeting future
emissions legislation right now.
Cab noise levels were also tested
within our unique semi-anechoic
chamber using sophisticated
and modern acoustic equipment,
allowing the operator a comfortable
and quiet working day.
Through listening to the
expectations of the customer
and collaborating with them
during eld tests, we have
been able to test and develop
a machine that denes the
spirit of Massey Ferguson,
producing a tractor with
unprecedented capabilities.
Since 2004 our designers and
engineers have worked diligently
to continually improve on the
innovative advancements that the
MF 8400 had to offer.
To get the very best performance
and productivity from a tractor,
we put it through its paces again
and again in the most rigorous and
pressurised testing a machine can
be subjected to.
Massey Ferguson’s designers
and engineers researched the
main constraints and problems
facing today’s and tomorrow’s
tractor operator; visibility and
accessibility; both front and rear,
bonnet and grill dynamics, work
quality, ergonomics and
fuel consumption.
We know how important it is to get
an honest and unbiased opinion
of what our customers want and
need, so we used market research
and extensive customer opinion
and feedback to determine what
was needed to take the product to
the next stage.
Extreme testing
Every part of the machine is
painstakingly tested. Extreme
condition simulation tests ensured
that the tractor could withstand
the worst climate, most unforgiving
terrain and most difcult eld
operations. Temperatures within
the cold chamber reach -40oC.
The MF 8600 has undergone
highly detailed analysis. From the
simplest of switches and buttons
to the tractor’s external structure,
every part has been assessed for
pressure, resistance and general
workday use.
Low noise levels, lowest
emissions
Machine noise levels and emissions
were tested to achieve complete
operator comfort and to meet and
deliver the ever-evolving demands
for emission reduction. By
collaborating with SISU and Bosch
systems, we achieved what was
thought to be impossible; cleaner
emissions, lower fuel consumption
but with increased power.
In 2004, we proudly launched the award-winning MF 8400 Series,
then a ground-breaking machinery line-up in the high horsepower
sector. Now, through vision and passion, Massey Ferguson is
anticipating the future demands of today’s farming community.

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01 Designing the MF 8600 Series tractor
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02 Cold chamber testing 03 Massey Ferguson customers
invited to test the new ‘Panorama’ cab
04-05 Rugged eld testing of the MF 8690 including grip and traction, visibility, power responsiveness, comfort and quality

A new experience
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The MF 8600 Series has seriously
modern, dynamic looks, which
offset its immense structure. At the
heart of the machine is a muscular,
six-cylinder AGCO SISU POWER
engine and award-winning
Dyna-VT transmission.
Protecting your investment is a new
cast front axle support, heavier-duty
front axle with optional QuadLink
front suspension and a tough new
chassis-rail structure.
The most important objective during the development of
the MF 8600 Series tractor was to produce a machine with
uncompromised power and a multitude of innovative features;
creating a totally new operator experience.
There are many new and
innovative characteristics that
set the MF 8600 apart from the
competition; all of which guarantee
the highest productivity and
optimum performance.
The MF 8600 range
Model Engine Capacity ISO hp1ISO hp2
MF 8650 6 cyl. turbo/intercooled e3SCR 8.4 litre 240 270
MF 8660 6 cyl. turbo/intercooled e3SCR 8.4 litre 265 295
MF 8670 6 cyl. turbo/intercooled e3SCR 8.4 litre 290 320
MF 8680 6 cyl. turbo/intercooled e3SCR 8.4 litre 320 350
MF 8690 6 cyl. turbo/intercooled e3SCR 8.4 litre 340 370
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04 OptiRide 4-point cab
suspension and OptiRide Plus -
Dynamic cab suspension (Optional)
05 Superb new rear linkage with
extreme 12,000 kg lift capacity.
06 Integrated Front Linkage
System (IFLS) with a massive
5,000 kg lift capacity.
07 The new chassis structure
with immensely durable chassis
rails, robust cast front axle support
and heavier duty front axle with
QuadLink.
01 Contemporary styling and
a powerful new look combine to
create the MF 8600 Series.
02 AGCO SISU POWER Diesel
8.4 litre, 4-valve common rail
engines; low running costs, low
noise levels and uncompromised
power and torque.
03 The ‘Panorama’ cab. 28%
more room means there’s
more space to work freely and
comfortably. All controls are now
located on the user-friendly arm
rest to the right of the operator’s
seat.
08 The MF 8600 Series is the
rst tractor range in the world to
feature SCR technology
09 Dyna-VT transmission now
comes with Dynamic Tractor
management; one of the many
new and enhanced features on the
ultimate transmission.

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Engines you can trust
The 4-valve, common rail AGCO
SISU POWER engine provides
the ultimate in optimum power
delivery, with the benet of a
turbocharged intercooler.
With exceptional ‘constant power’
and torque backup, the engine
keeps all of its productivity and
strength, but with the added
advantages of lower emissions and
improved fuel economy.
Intelligent engine management
All AGCO SISU POWER engines
feature new generation, latest
technology, ‘Tier III-compliant’,
Electronic Engine Management
(EEM). This enables continuous
adjustment of the amount and
timing of fuel injected, in relation to
engine speed and load. The results
are lower emissions, more power
and superb fuel economy.
EEM also enables a range of
advanced engine control functions,
including Engine Speed Control,
which is standard on MF 8600
Series tractors.
Extra power
The extra power feature provides
more power at 2,000 rev/min than
at 2,200 rev/min. This is consistent
Cleaner, more productive and economic ‘AGCO SISU POWER’
engines are at the heart of every MF 8600 Series tractor,
guaranteeing precise power and high performance.
with PTO speed so that maximum
power is available for all
PTO applications.
Engine speed control
Switches mounted conveniently
on the right-hand console enable
engine speed to be pre-set
and memorised.
The ability to return quickly
and easily to precise engine
speeds will boost productivity,
improve work quality and simplify
operation in almost all of your
daily tasks.

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The upper curve clearly shows how maximum torque
is maintained between 1200 and 1500 rev/min, with
steep torque rise as engine revs fall between 2200 and
1500 rev/min. The lower curve shows high power, with
‘constant power’ maintained down to 1570 rev/min.
Compared to previous generation engines, MF’s
electronic engine management system broadens the
operating range within which the tractor is operating at
optimum fuel efciency.
Torque reserve
Engine rev/min
Engine rev/min
The cooling system
A highly efcient cooling system
ensures that the engine itself
works to its fullest capacity
regardless of the application.
The fully-vented bonnet allows
the engine to breathe even in
dusty, dirty conditions. A large air
lter maintains cleanliness within
the engine, allowing for higher
productivity and savings on fuel
consumption.
Improved fuel economy
The Electronic Engine Management
system constantly monitors a
wide range of parameters and
makes continual and incredibly
ne adjustments to fuel injection.
Combined with high pressure
‘common rail’ fuel injection and
the 4-valve cylinder head design,
this has given further signicant
improvements, not only in
emissions but also in fuel economy.
New engines
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Constant
Power
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Optimum fuel economy
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Optimum fuel economy
Torque (Nm)

On the road to
a greener future
Through pioneering technology,
Massey Ferguson, AGCO SISU
POWER engines and Bosch have
created the most economical and
ecological off-road diesel engine in
the world; creating the opportunity
to own a machine that is less
harmful to you, your livelihood
and the environment.
While still being cost efcient and
performance-perfect, the AGCO
SISU POWER e3engine in the
MF 8600 range is well ahead of its
time both in emissions regulations
and in fuel efciency, resulting
in the ultimate high horsepower
tractor of the future.
Featuring Selective Catalytic
Reduction (SCR) system which
is widely used within the road
transport industry, AGCO
SISU POWER’s e3 SCR engine
technology signicantly reduces
exhaust pollutants and fuel
consumption.
It’s more important
than ever to
be part of the
environmental
solution
Mauno Ylivakeri is Engineering
Director for AGCO SISU POWER
engines and states: “Selective
Catalytic Reduction is proven to
provide the best fuel economy in
its class and deliver much cleaner
exhaust gas emissions”.
“The two main exhaust pollutants
are Nitrous Oxide (NOx) and
Particulate Matter,” he continues.
“Government policy is clearly
directed at reducing NOx due to
the environmental consequences
of smog, acid rain and respiratory
problems”.
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The technology
of tomorrow, today
Selective Catalytic Reduction used in conjunction with AGCO SISU
POWER engines means an end to damaging emissions and high
fuel costs
How does the system work?
The SCR system on AGCO SISU
POWER e3engines treats the
exhaust gases that would normally
enter and damage the atmosphere,
using AdBlue®diesel exhaust fluid.
AdBlue is metered in precise
quantities and is injected via the
Bosch control system into the
exhaust, which includes a catalytic
converter.
Simple to use, easy to maintain
There’s nothing complicated about
the SCR system. It’s incredibly
easy to control and maintain. The
AdBlue is held in a separate tank
located next to the fuel tank and is
consumed at the maximum rate of
3% AdBlue to diesel, the AdBlue
tank only needs to be filled every
second fuel tank fill.
A 600 litre container of AdBlue is
enough to treat 20,000 litres of
diesel safely whilst still allowing for
optimum performance throughout.
Selective Catalytic Reduction can
cut fuel consumption by a minimum
of 5% compared to equivalent
engines using alternative emission
reduction systems. On average, this
is the equivalent to thousands of
litres of fuel saved every year.
Reduced fuel consumption means
a signicant reduction in carbon
dioxide (CO2) emissions. Due to
highly optimised combustion,
particulate emissions are over
83% lower than current legislation
demands. This is exceptionally
benecial for the environment and
to people’s health. Other gaseous
emissions, such as hydrocarbons
and carbon monoxide (CO)
emissions, are lower than generally
in Stage 3A engines, making this
engine safe and future proof.
The characteristics of the SCR
system means that optimised
combustion generates around
15% less heat.This reduction in
heat means the cooling package is
lighter and more efcient.
The life span of SCR equipment is
equal to the engine’s lifetime, and
the system is practically service
free. The operator hardly notices
the presence of SCR at all. What
the operator will notice however, is
the signicant savings in
operating costs.
SCR (Selective Catalytic
Reduction) technology will be
essential for meeting the strictest
emissions limits at the beginning
of the next decade, whilst saving
money on rising fuel costs and
protecting the environment for the
next generation.
This is technology for tomorrow,
ready for you to use today. For
your future, for your business,
for the environment.

Economic. Efcient. Ecological - e3The facts
By 2014, a 75% reduction•
in Nitrous Oxide gases is
required as part of Europe
wide legislations on emissions
levels. By using the e3SCR
system, we are meeting
these regulations in time to
make a real difference to the
environment and to our health.
The technology offers big•
savings in costs and helps
protect our environment at the
same time.
AGCO SISU POWER e• 3
engines with Selective
Catalytic Reduction run at
optimum efciency without
compromising engine
performance.
There is no need for additional•
service tools or expensive
diagnostic interfaces in the
vehicle.
The AGCO SISU POWER•
e3SCR system is the most
efcient in its class, cutting
fuel costs by a minimum
of 5%.
The AdBlue• solution works in
harmony with the SCR system
and can be easily obtained from
your Massey Ferguson dealer.
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Innite wisdom
Dyna-VT is built around careful,
thoughtful design that gives
optimum durability to the machine
and total operator comfort to you.
Ensuring maximum productivity,
reduced physical strain on the
operator and optimum fuel
efciency at all times.
Stepless precision
Dyna-VT is intuitive; not only does
it make life easier when working
in differing conditions but it’s also
amazingly simple to use. There’s
no shifting of gears, no jolts and no
breaks in traction or power.
Constantly in control
The unique power control lever
makes forward/reverse shuttling
and speed change convenient
and hassle-free; when baling and
foraging, for example, you can
choose to control the machine
by foot pedal or, depending
on conditions and specic
applications the operator has a
choice of operating modes.
Pre-set speed control
Forward and reverse speed and
rate of acceleration can be pre-set
within each of two ranges.
By using SV1 and SV2 and
‘pre-setting’, the speed will be
maintained automatically and also
memorised at engine shutdown.
Headland turns, loader work and
many more eld operations become
faster, easier and less tiring.
The ‘Supervisor’
The ‘Supervisor’ is on continuous
stand-by and activates when
engine speed falls under load.
The benet of the ‘Supervisor’ is
that even when the load on the
engine is increased and engine
speed drops, the transmission
will automatically reduce forward
speed to maintain total power,
whether in PTO applications,
eldwork or transportation.
When used in conjunction with SV1
and SV2, which set a specied
forward speed, the tractor will then
operate at maximum output as
load uctuates. Fine adjustments
can be made on-the-move as
response is immediate, making
numerous applications hassle-free.
Dynamic Tractor Management
(DTM) - Intelligent machine
management for optimum fuel
efciency
To keep you in constant control
and comfort we now offer Dynamic
Tractor Management (DTM),
a new feature, which works in
conjunction with Dyna-VT. This
electronic management system will
automatically control the engine
and transmission when activated.
DTM controls the engine speed
according to the load on the
tractor. It maintains the required
forward speed whilst at the same
time minimising the engine revs in
order to keep fuel consumption to
a minimum.
DTM will manage the engine
between 800-2260 rpm but it can
manually set an upper or lower
speed limit in which the DTM will
still work exceptionally well.
The system works in harmony with
Dyna-VT, allowing you the option
of lever or pedal modes.
Dyna-VT and Dynamic Tractor
Management (DTM) will work
consistently at maximum efciency
and economy whilst maintaining
a smoother drive quality and
a noticeable reduction in fuel
consumption.
In order to give you the highest possible power and productivity,
we use the best transmission system. Our award-winning high
horsepower tractors all share this ground-breaking, state-of-the-art
functionality.
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operating modes and range selection
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Engine speed
Fuel consumption
05 Dynamic Tractor Management at work
06 Two innitely variable ranges cover all eld and transport applications
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In-Cab
excellence
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Like its exterior,
the MF 8600’s
interior is modern,
uncluttered and
ergonomically
sound, offering
you the ultimate
operating space.
This spacious cab has been
specically designed with
the operator’s comfort and
well-being in mind.
We understand that you may
spend many hours in your tractor,
so it’s important to feel relaxed
within a pleasant environment.
The ‘Panorama’ cab features a
purposeful layout, with superb
instrumentation, intuitive Dyna-VT
controls and levers and switches
thoughtfully grouped on the new
armrest to the right of the operator.
The ‘Panorama’ cab now boasts
four pillars rather than six so
visibility is unrestricted. The cab
is now 28% more spacious,
compared to that of the MF 8400
Series tractor.
Signicantly improved
ride quality
As well as an extremely comfortable
drivers seat, the MF 8600
cab is tted with a brand new
4-point suspension system. It
uses the latest in hydraulic ram
and accumulator technology,
through the use of sensors, which
intelligently provides information to
ensure the cab is at an even level.
For even more comfort you may
prefer the award-winning OptiRide
Plus as an option. This allows the
operator to completely control the
level of damping through the dial in
the cab. Via a number of sensors
and data collected through the
tractor CAN-BUS, the system will
automatically adjust the damping
of the cab suspension. Information
on rolling and pitching is fed to the
‘central cab suspension control
box’, which maintains damping
and can provide up to 25% more
comfort.
OptiRide Plus cab suspension
system has been awarded the gold
medal for innovation at SIMA 2009.

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More productivity,
enhanced comfort
The ‘Panorama’ cab is 28%
larger, allowing the operator more
room to move around easily and
comfortably in the cab. This extra
space makes provision for the
newly styled ergonomic armrest
which can be positioned precisely
for operator comfort.
The single, wide door and
unobstructed at oor provides
excellent access at all times. It’s
quiet too, with low in-cab noise
levels under load. Fine-tuning of the
machine means noise quality has
been improved considerably.
The control centre
For added convenience, the
control centre next to the armrest
houses the controls for PTO, front
and rear linkage, draft and position
control and steering settings. By
encasing these controls within
the panel prevents any risk of
accidental operation.
Datatronic Control
Centre Display
The Datatronic 4-Control Centre
Display (CCD) has a perfectly
positioned 7” colour monitor.
Mounted on the armrest, it is
fully adjustable to allow optimum
viewing of all the tractor’s
functions.
You’ll always nd the usual necessities within our cabs but we
always strive to push operator comfort to the next level. That’s why
you’ll nd new features that will help to make the working day a lot
less stressful.
The operator area within the
MF 8600 Series cab is built to
the highest levels of comfort and
usability. As you would expect,
the instrument panel is clear and
concise and has been designed
for optimum visibility. It’s mounted
conveniently on the telescopic
steering column along with the
multi-function lever, dot matrix
controls and ‘Power Control’
lever. All of which can be tilted
so everything moves with your
body’s movement for comfort
and extra control.
The instrument panel has two
main digital displays as well as
an analogue rev counter. All main
tractor warning functions can be
viewed from here as well as engine
coolant temperature, oil pressure,
AdBlue and fuel tank levels, so you
are always in total control of your
machine.
Little extras make a
big difference
Sometimes it’s the little things that
can make a huge difference to how
you work every day. The MF 8600
suspended cab is available with
numerous features including a cool
box, extra plug sockets for mobile
phones and laptops, radio and CD
player, air suspended swivel seat,
telescopic side mirrors and electric
de-icing. Optional extras include
CD Player with MP3 compatibility,
Dynamic suspended cab,
super-deluxe air suspended seat
and automatic air conditioning.
Solar energy for extra power
A new solar panel, located on the
cab roof, is just another cost-
effective and environmentally-
friendly way to get the most from
your machine. The solar panel
will compensate for any natural
battery loss and will maintain a full
battery all-year-round, even when
the tractor is not in use. There’s no
need to worry about cold start in
the winter.
The solar panel uses only 100%
renewable energy and will maintain
battery longevity.
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