Massey Ferguson introduces the MF 8S Xtra featuring comfort and efficiency upgrades

Jul 04, 2025

Massey Ferguson, a worldwide brand of AGCO (NYSE:AGCO), is proud to announce the introduction of its new MF 8S Xtra series, building on the success of the multi award-winning MF 8S models and featuring new styling, increased efficiency and even better operator comfort.

The MF 8S Xtra line-up features six models from 205hp to 305hp, with Engine Power Management (EPM) intelligently boosting power by up to 20hp. Impressive productivity is combined with top notch reliability for maximum uptime, and a low total cost of ownership ensures the best return on investment.

“Demand for tractors in the 200–300hp segment is strong and user expectations are high,” commented Jérôme Aubrion, Director Marketing Massey Ferguson, Europe & Middle East. “While updating this series, Massey Ferguson consulted new and existing customers as well as dealers to ensure it has the capability to not only satisfy, but also to exceed the requirements of farmers and contractors worldwide. With the MF 8S Xtra, owners are getting more than just a tractor; this is a dependable and reliable partner with a specification and the latest technology to suit their modern agricultural needs.”

A step-up in performance

Since the MF 8S was introduced in 2020, continuous improvements have been made and new options increasing operator comfort, working efficiency and productivity have been added. In the cab, these include a Dual-Motion seat option, electrically adjusted external rear-view mirrors, a rear window demister and a revised microphone position. MF Technology upgrades include MF AutoTurn, MF Section Control for automatic control of up to 96 sections and AEF Isobus certification.

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