Massey Ferguson has extended its Global Series utility tractor range with the release of the MF5700 Series.
Two new larger and more powerful models at 68 kilowatt and 75kW build on the success of the MF4700 Series released in 2014.
Massey Ferguson product manager, Tim Oldaker said “the release of the new MF4700 Series in 2014 allowed us to offer customers a new concept in utility tractors with a choice of build-specifications, options and accessories at exceptional value.
“The new MF5700 Series increases the offering and provides added flexibility for customers wishing to tackle heavier tasks with a straightforward and dependable tractor.”
The Global Series is the result of a $350 million investment in a completely new, clean sheet design with more than 90 per cent of the parts and components being engineered specifically for the tractors.
“Unlike the majority of other tractors in the sector, which are based on earlier designs and components, the Global Series has been designed and built in the 21st century and is purpose-built for modern applications,” Mr Oldaker said.
“While using the very latest, advanced engineering and manufacturing tools and techniques, they still retain our traditional straightforward operation, dependability and value for money.”
The MF5700 Series features an Agco Power 4.4 litre, four cylinder turbo engine coupled to a straightforward transmission with a hydraulic reverse shuttle and 12 synchronised forward/reverse speeds which are engaged with two straightforward levers mounted on either side of the driver’s seat.
The levers act directly on the selector rails for easy and reliable operation - one lever shifts the gears, while the other selects high or low range.
The tractor’s operator platform includes a comfortable, flat floor, logical and easy to use manually operated controls with ergonomic design so they fall easy to hand, and a simple analogue instrument panel.
A ROPS frame is fitted as standard with an optional sun canopy.
The heavy duty, structural casting rear axle design contains new inboard reduction units and oil-immersed brakes.
Maximum rear lift capacity is 3300 kilograms.
A completely new open-centre hydraulic system exceeds the flow and pressure demands of most modern applications and implements.
The system uses a high pressure gear pump to supply the main services including rear linkage and auxiliary spool valves, while another pump provides lower pressure for the auxiliary hydraulic circuits including the steering, 4WD and diff-lock engagement and PTO control.
This dual circuit system ensures there is always sufficient flow for continuous, efficient operations.
The gearbox design allows four-wheel drive to be engaged electro-hydraulically on the move.
The 4WD front axles with hydrostatic steering, offer maneuverability and enhanced traction.
