Production

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

• Manufacturer: Massey Ferguson (a part of AGCO)
• Type: Row-crop tractor
• Factories: Jackson, Minnesota, USA; Beauvais, France

Engine

What kind of engine does the Massey Ferguson 8730S have?

• Model: AGCO Power 8.4L, 6-cylinder diesel
• Fuel tank capacity: 166.4 gal (629.8 L)
• Exhaust fluid (DEF) capacity: 15.85 gal (60.0 L)

Transmission

What type of transmission is used in the Massey Ferguson 8730S?

• Type: Continuously-variable transmission

Horsepower

What are the horsepower specifications of the Massey Ferguson 8730S?

• Engine: 295 hp (220.0 kW)
• PTO (claimed): 250 hp (186.4 kW)
• Drawbar (tested): 217.2 hp (162.0 kW)
• PTO (tested): 261.5 hp (195.0 kW)

Mechanical

What are some of the mechanical features of the Massey Ferguson 8730S?

• Drive: Four-wheel drive
• Steering: Power steering
• Brakes: Hydraulic wet disc brakes
• Trailer brakes: Pneumatic, Hydraulic Optional
• Cab: Standard with air-conditioning

Hydraulics

What hydraulic features are available on the Massey Ferguson 8730S?

• Type: Closed-center load-sensing
• Pressure: 2901 psi (200.0 bar)
• Rear valves: 6 (Maximum)
• Front valves: 2 (Maximum)
• Pump flow: 54.2 gpm (205.1 lpm)

Tractor Hitch

What are the specifications of the tractor hitch on the Massey Ferguson 8730S?

• Rear Type: III/IV
• Rear lift capacity: 26455 lbs (11999 kg)
• Front Hitch Type: III
• Front lift capacity: 11023 lbs (5000 kg)

Power Take-off (PTO)

What are the PTO specifications of the Massey Ferguson 8730S?

• Rear PTO: Independent
• Rear PTO Clutch: Electro-hydraulic
• Rear PTO Type: 540/1000 (1.375), 1000 (1.75)
• Engine RPM: 540E@1577, 1000E@1605, 1000@1970
• Front PTO: Independent
• Front PTO Clutch: Electro-hydraulic
• Front PTO Type: 1000
• Engine RPM: 1000@2036

Dimensions & Tires

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

• Wheelbase: 122.1 inches (310 cm)
• Weight: 23810 lbs (10800 kg)
• Front tire: 620/75R30
• Rear tire: 650/85R42

Electrical

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

• Ground: Negative
• Charging system: Alternator
• Battery volts: 12