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What our customers
have to say
Peter Jensen farms
around 800 hectares
of combinable crops south of
Randers in Denmark, with his
brother Mogens, operating a
rotation comprising winter wheat,
oilseed rape and winter barley. In
2008 he was invited to use a new
MF 8600 Series tractor.
Here's his verdict.
"My first impressions were that
the MF 8690 looks very strongly
built and heavily proportioned,
particularly with regard to the front
axle, chassis side rails and 3-point
linkage."
"It feels good to drive, very easy
to operate and the ride is steadier
due to the OptiRide suspension.
The view from the cab is excellent
and is much more spacious too.
It's good to have all the main
26
controls on the Control Arm."
"I like the new, modern styling
and really appreciate the pivoting
bonnet, which gives easy access
to the cooling package and air
cleaner for daily maintenance."
Mr Jensen is also impressed
by the MF 8690's field and fuel
performance. "After sowing 550
hectares of winter wheat using a
6-metre Amazone power harrow/
seed drill combination, it appears
that the fuel consumption on a
ratio of litres per hectare was
considerably lower compared to
my previous tractor," he reports.
"However, with the MF 8690, I was
able to travel at a faster average
speed, with the higher productivity
providing a good saving in time. It
also makes it easier to get the job
done on time."
Asked what would make him
choose a Massey Ferguson
tractor over a competitor's model,
Mr Jensen replies: "I want a
tractor with the most advanced
technology, with efficient cab
suspension and with renowned
engine and transmission
technology. I also appreciate the
network and back-up behind
Massey Ferguson."
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