The MF 8700 series was introduced at Agritechnica in the autumn of 2013, but the first tractors did not arrive in Finland for another year. Compared to the 8600 series, the most significant difference was the Stage 4 compliant engines equipped with two turbochargers and exhaust gas recirculation. The continuously variable Dyna VT (ML260) transmission included the Dynamic Tractor Management system, which was equivalent to Fendt’s TMS. The transmission controls were, once again, different from those of Fendt. The driving speed could be adjusted using a left-side lever, the joystick on the armrest, or the speed pedal.

Hydraulic output was increased to 205 liters per minute, and lifting capacity to 12 tons. The cab featured a new stylish instrument cluster and a color display for settings. The base model was now called Efficient and included, among other things, front axle and cab suspension and a Power Control lever. The Exclusive version also featured automatic air conditioning, electrically adjustable and heated mirrors, Opti Ride Plus semi-active cab suspension, Datatronic 4 ISOBUS display, automatic side limiters, automatic steering, and telemetry services.

For 2017, the lineup was named 8700 S. At the top of the range was the even more powerful 8740 S. The 9-inch Datatronic 5 touchscreen marked, according to MF, a return in user interface development. Some other control devices were also updated slightly.

The 2020 lineup met Stage V emission requirements. Also new were 16 LED work lights.

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