Massey Ferguson 8730

The Massey Ferguson 8730 is a tractor produced by Massey Ferguson. It is equipped with a 512.6 ci 8.4 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 265 hp / 197.6 kW. Transmission: Dyna-VT. Operating weight: 23810 lbs 10800 kg.

Engine Power

Diesel (listed): 265 hp / 197.6 kW

Fuel & Capacities

166 gal 628.3 L

Transmission

Dyna-VT

Operating Weight

23810 lbs 10800 kg

Overview

	2014 - 2017 8700 SeriesRow-Crop tractor 8700 Series Row-Crop tractor

Production
Manufacturer	Massey Ferguson (a part of AGCO)
Row-Crop tractor
Built in Jackson, Minnesota, USA

Variants
MT655E	similar Challenger model

Massey Ferguson 8730 Engine
AGCO POWER 8.4L 6-cyl diesel
Fuel tank	166 gal 628.3 L
Exhaust fluid (DEF)	15.8 gal 59.8 L
Engine details ...

Massey Ferguson 8730 Transmission
continuously variable transmission (CVT)
Transmission details ...

Massey Ferguson 8730 Power
Engine	265 hp 197.6 kW
PTO (claimed)	225 hp 167.8 kW
Drawbar (tested)	217.2 hp 162.0 kW
PTO (tested)	261.5 hp 195.0 kW
Performance test details ...

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

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

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	III/IVN
Rear lift (at ends)	26455 lbs 11999 kg
Drawbar	Cat. 3
	Cat 3 Heavy Duty (optional)
	Cat 4 (optional)

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	independent
Rear PTO Type	1000/1000E (1.75)

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	122 inches 309 cm
Weight	23810 lbs 10800 kg
Full dimensions and tires ...

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

References

8700 Series Tractors published in 2017, by Massey Ferguson
New MF 8700 Series published in 2014, by Massey Ferguson

Engine

Engine Detail — 512.6 ci / 8.4 L Diesel

Manufacturer	AGCO POWER
Configuration	turbocharged with air-to-air intercooler diesel, 6-cylinder 24-valve, liquid-cooled
Displacement	512.6 ci 8.4 L
Bore/Stroke	4.37x5.71 inches 111 x 145 mm
Emissions	Tier IV
Emission control	selective catalytic reduction (SCR)
Power	265 hp 197.6 kW
Maximum Power	295 hp 220.0 kW
Rated RPM	2100
Starter	electric
Starter volts	12

Transmission

Transmission — Dyna-VT

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

Dimensions

Massey Ferguson 8730 Tires

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

Tests

OCED Tractor Test 2907
Diesel Dyna-VT 4WD January 2015 - April 2015, Link: OCED Tractor Test 2907 file
PTO performance
Max power	261.5 hp 195.0 kW
Fuel use	14.3 gal/hour 54.1 l/hour
Power at rated engine speed	233.5 hp 174.1 kW
Fuel use	13.4 gal/hour 50.7 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	258.7 hp 192.9 kW
Fuel use	14.3 gal/hour 54.1 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	217.2 hp 162.0 kW
Fuel use	14.4 gal/hour 54.5 l/hour
Pull at 13.82KPH
Max pull	22595 lbs 10249 kg
Pull at 2.50KPH

Photos

Massey Ferguson 8730 tractor photo

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Massey Ferguson 8730 based on its 265 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & Operation	Recommended Size	Workload Rating	Engineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage	8+ Bottom On-Land Hitch8+ 铧重型机外牵引犁	Commercial / Field Scale	High horsepower articulated/4WD field plowing.
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing	15 to 20 ft Batwing4.6 - 6.1 m 宽幅折叠翼	Commercial / Field Scale	Large commercial field and roadside mowing operations.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep	90 to 120 in Heavy Duty230 - 300 cm 重型旋耕机	Commercial / Field Scale	Deep intensive seedbed preparation for commercial row crops.
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage	24 to 36 ft Heavy Duty Field Disc7.3 - 11.0 m 超宽重型整地耙	Commercial / Field Scale	Broad-acre grain tillage for high-drawbar tractors.
Hay BalerHay & Forage	Large Square Baler (3x4 or 4x4)大方捆商用打捆机 (1.2x1.2 m)	Commercial / Field Scale	High-capacity commercial forage harvesting (1000 RPM PTO).

Sizing & Soil Condition NoteActual implement sizing varies depending on local soil conditions (heavy clay vs sandy loam), field slope, and operating speed. Heavy tillage implements may require front ballast weights and wheel weights.

Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy

Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Massey Ferguson 8730.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 12 hrs

Approximately 12 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (166 gal / 628.4 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~13.8 gal/hr (52.2 L/hr)

Engine Crankcase Oil

SAE 15W-40 (Heavy Duty Diesel)

Standard Spec: API CK-4 / CJ-4 Heavy Duty

Service Interval: 150 – 250 Hours

Transmission & Hydraulic System

UTTO (Universal Tractor Transmission Oil)

Standard Spec: ISO VG 46 / 68 (Wet Brake & Trans Compatible)

Service Interval: 600 – 1000 Hours

Engine Cooling System

50/50 Ethylene Glycol Pre-mix

Standard Spec: ASTM D6210 / Heavy-Duty OAT Antifreeze

Service Interval: 2 Years / 1500 Hours