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Among the changes to the Ultimate Guide to tractors for 2021, the addition of Massey Ferguson’s new 8S is arguably the most significant as it sets a new style and design direction for the MF range as a whole, while also replacing a long-serving cab and introducing new transmissions.
With power outputs from Agco engines from 205-285hp, the 8S line-up replaces the top end of the current MF 7700 S-series and doubtless will expand further with its Dyna-7 transmission adding another powershift step for extra speed control flexibility.
The new full powershift Dyna E-Power gearbox brings dual clutch technology for rapid shifting between ratios, with 26% lower friction-related power losses compared with a Dyna-6, reckoned to worth a 10% fuel saving.