Production

Who manufactures the Massey Ferguson 8730, and where is it built?

• Manufacturer: Massey Ferguson (a part of AGCO)
• Type: Row-Crop tractor
• Location: Built in Jackson, Minnesota, USA

Variants

Are there any similar models to the Massey Ferguson 8730?

• MT655E: similar Challenger model

Engine

What type of engine does the Massey Ferguson 8730 have, and what are its fuel capacities?

• Engine: AGCO POWER 8.4L 6-cyl diesel
• Fuel tank capacity: 166 gal (628.3 L)
• Exhaust fluid (DEF) capacity: 15.8 gal (59.8 L)

Transmission

What transmission does the Massey Ferguson 8730 use?

• Type: continuously variable transmission (CVT)

Horsepower

What are the horsepower specifications of the Massey Ferguson 8730?

• 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)

Mechanical

What are the mechanical features of the Massey Ferguson 8730?

• Drive: Four-wheel drive
• Differential lock: electro-hydraulic
• Steering: hydrostatic power
• Brakes: Hydraulic wet disc brakes
• Cab: Standard with air-conditioning; Optional OptiRide Plus hydraulic cab suspension, AgCommand ready, AUTO-GUIDE 3000

Hydraulics

What are the hydraulic system specifications of the Massey Ferguson 8730?

• 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

What are the hitch specifications for the Massey Ferguson 8730?

• 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)

What type of PTO does the Massey Ferguson 8730 have?

• Rear PTO: independent
• Rear PTO Type: 1000/1000E (1.75)

Dimensions & Tires

What are the dimensions and tire specifications of the Massey Ferguson 8730?

• Wheelbase: 122 inches (309 cm)
• Weight: 23810 lbs (10800 kg)

Electrical

What are the electrical system specifications of the Massey Ferguson 8730?

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