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MASSEY FERGUSON PRODUCT NEWSLETTER

Distribution: Number: Date:
AGCO Internal 17-03 October 2003
MF International Distribution

Dear Sirs

Massey Ferguson 2400 Series

The New Agricultural Compact Tractor Range

The Massey Ferguson 2003 new product introductions continue with the announcement of
a replacement range for the popular MF 1300 series of agricultural compact tractors.

Suited to a variety of markets from small farmers and horticulturists through to municipal
and golf course use, the new MF 2400 series takes the DNA of the successful MF 1300
series and comprehensively updates the specification, power rating and styling of the
entire range.

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The key features of the MF 2400 Agricultural Compact range are:

• Tier 2 compliant high torque 4 cylinder engines keep these tractors performing when
conditions get tough, the MF 2400 series truly punch above their weight with power
outputs of 33, 40 and 47 ISO horsepower

• Standard four wheel drive system ensures maximum stability and traction

• Strengthened 12 forward / 12 reverse speed transmissions with a larger 230mm / 9 inch

dual clutch for excellent durability

• Standard transport speed of 30 km/hr

• Low first gear as standard (from 0.74 km/hr) maximises versatility for horticultural users

• Well spread gear ratios provide up to 4 speeds within the 4 – 12 km/hr field working
range, an excellent choice for a compact tractor

• Direct drive PTO minimises power loss to the implement. The standard groundspeed
PTO offers 7.1 rev/min for each rotation of the tractors rear wheel

• Independent rear brakes feature 3 discs per side for safe and reliable braking

• 30 litre/minute, 180 bar pressure, open centre hydraulic system provides an impressive
supply for implement operation through the three point hitch or the two standard spool
valves. The steering system is now operated by its own independent 15 litre/minute pump

• Superb manoeuvrability with a turning radius down to 2,600 mm

Extended fuel tank capacity of 38 litres permits the tractor to labour long and hard in the
field

• The redesigned silent bloc mounted monocoque driver’s platform provides a compact
tractor with excellent access to the controls and a quiet working environment

• Support from the best dealer network and supplier in the industry

Please refer to the following tables to compare this exciting new range with its predecessor.

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 COMPARISON BETWEEN MF 1325 REMARKS
Engine MITSUBISHI
Engine maximum HP 27 HP The MF 1325 has not
Maximum torque NM 72 been replaced in the new
No. of cylinders / engine displacement / c.c. 3/1318 MF 2400 series. This
In front of the reflects the move to
Fuel Tank
engine higher horsepowers by

ed
Fuel tank capacity 29 lt the customer base.
Clutch 8.5"
Housing linking engine - transmission - PTO ---
Maximum speed km/h 25
Not
Reverse Shuttle

lac Brakes

Front PTO
synchronised
2-disc
540-1000 rpm
depending from
the ventral and
ep
rear PTO

Front gearbox spacer ---

Gearbox ---
Rear reduction gears ---
Depending
tR

Hydrostatic Steering from the lift

system pump
Steering angle 50°
Minimum turning radius mm 2800
Electro-hydraulic controls for front differential Standard for
No

lock MF
Front support ---
Shared with
Lifting system hydraulics steering
system
Driving position ---
Platform Bolted
Layout 3-parts hood
Track 1542 mm

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 COMPARISON BETWEEN NEW MF 2405 MF 1335 REMARKS
MITSUBISHI MITSUBISHI
Engine
Tier II compliant Tier 1 compliant
Engine maximum HP 33 HP 35 HP
Maximum torque NM 84 88
No. of cylinders / engine displacement / c.c. 4/1500 4/1500 Equal
Behind the In front of the
Fuel Tank
engine engine
Fuel tank capacity 38 lt 29 lt 9 litre greater reserve
Larger clutch for greater
Clutch 9" 8.5"
durability
Housing linking engine - transmission - PTO New --- Reinforced
Reduction of transport
Maximum speed km/h 30 25
time
Not Faster cycle times, less
Reverse Shuttle Synchronised
synchronised operator fatigue
50% improvement in
braking area and
Brakes 3-disc 2-disc
improved braking
performance
Front gearbox spacer New --- Reinforced
Range shaft, bearings,
Gearbox New --- pinion and speed gears
strengthened
Rear reduction gears New --- Reinforced
Depending from
With specific Improved reliability and
Hydrostatic Steering the lift system
pump reduced driver fatigue
pump
Steering angle 57° 50°
2600 mm Increased manoeuvrability
Minimum turning radius 2900
(estimated)
Electro-hydraulic controls for front differential
Standard Standard
lock
Front support New --- Reinforced
Shared with Higher oil flows possible
Lifting system hydraulics Independent
steering system for implement operation

Improved ergonomics,
Driving position New --- particularly the right hand
console
Suspended on Reduced vibration and
Platform Bolted
silent-blocks reduced operator fatigue
New layout - Simplifies maintenance
Layout 3-parts hood
monolithic hood access
Stability and tractive
Track 1746 mm 1631 mm
performance increased

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 COMPARISON BETWEEN NEW MF 2410 MF 1345 REMARKS
MITSUBISHI MITSUBISHI
Engine
Tier II compliant Tier 1 compliant
Engine maximum HP 40 HP 41 HP
Maximum torque NM 100 106
No. of cylinders / engine displacement / c.c. 4 Turbo/1500 4/1500 Turbo improves efficiency
Behind the In front of the
Fuel Tank
engine engine
Fuel tank capacity 38 lt 29 lt 9 litre greater reserve
Larger clutch for greater
Clutch 9" 8.5" durability
Housing linking engine - transmission - PTO New --- Reinforced
Reduction of transport
Maximum speed km/h 30 25
time
Faster cycle times, less
Reverse Shuttle Synchronised
operator fatigue
50% improvement in
braking area and
Brakes 3-disc 2-disc
improved braking
performance
Front gearbox spacer New --- Reinforced
Range shaft, bearings,
Gearbox New --- pinion and speed gears
strengthened
Rear reduction gears New Reinforced
Depending from
With specific Improved reliability and
Hydrostatic Steering the lift system
pump reduced driver fatigue
pump
Steering angle 57° 50°
2600 mm Increased manoeuvrability
Minimum turning radius 3100
(estimated)
Electro-hydraulic controls for front differential
Standard Standard
lock
Front support New --- Reinforced
Shared with Higher oil flows possible
Lifting system hydraulics Independent
steering system for implement operation

Improved ergonomics,
Driving position New --- particularly the right hand
console
Suspended on Reduced vibration and
Platform Bolted
silent-blocks reduced operator fatigue
New layout - Simplifies maintenance
Layout 3-parts hood
monolithic hood access
Stability and tractive
Track 1746 mm 1701 mm
performance increased

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 COMPARISON BETWEEN NEW MF 2415 REMARKS
Engine MITSUBISHI
Engine maximum HP 47 HP
Maximum torque NM 122
The MF 2415 moves the
No. of cylinders / engine displacement / c.c. 4 Turbo/1758
MF 2400 series into a
Behind the
Fuel Tank new market sector, and
engine

r
follows the markets
Fuel tank capacity 38 lt
continual move to higher

we
Clutch 9"
horsepower and
Housing linking engine - transmission - PTO New
performance demands
Maximum speed km/h 30
Brakes 3-disc
Gearbox New
Rear reduction gears New

Po
With specific
Hydrostatic Steering
pump
Steering angle 57°
Electro-hydraulic controls for front differential
Standard
lock
2600 mm
Minimum turning radius
w
(estimated)
Front support New
Front axle 100 mm larger
Ne

Lifting system hydraulics Independent

Driving position New
Width +100 mm
Length +100 mm
Suspended on
Platform
silent-blocks
New layout -
Layout
monolithic hood
Track 1746 mm

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Range Overview

Three MF 2400 models are available: the MF 2405 (33 ISO hp), the MF 2410 (40 ISO hp)
and the MF 2415 (47 ISO hp).

All three models share a number of features:

• Mitsubishi tier 2 emission compliant diesel engine

• 12/12 shuttle gearbox (30 kph)
• Four wheel drive only, 57 degree steering angle
• Electro-hydraulic front differential lock
• 540/1000 rev/min PTO speed and groundspeed
• 1000/2000 rev/min mid mounted PTO
• Two spool valves as standard
• Mechanical rear linkage, 1200 kg lift capacity
• Monocoque platform mounted on silent blocs
• Forward folding ROPS
• Range of agricultural and grassland tyres
• Choice of options: front end and wheel weights, front fenders, a variety of hitches

The extensive use of CAD/CAM design and manufacture for the MF 2400 series has created
a very efficiently packaged tractor. The most noticeable feature is the new lift up bonnet,
which gives the MF 2400 a modern and stylish look as well as the practical benefit of
excellent visibility to the front and particularly the front wheels.

Engine

All MF 2400s are fitted with water-cooled tier

2 emission compliant Mitsubishi diesel
engines, which deliver high power and torque
across their speed range for excellent output
and productivity. As well as being
economical, these engines are particularly
quiet to prevent the operator from fatigue and
stress. All 3 models feature a 38 litre fuel
tank to allow a full day’s work without
refuelling and a horizontal exhaust for
maximum visibility. The engine
characteristics are stated in Table 1.

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Table 1: Engine characteristics

COMPARISON BETWEEN NEW MF 2405 NEW MF 2410 NEW MF 2415

MITSUBISHI MITSUBISHI MITSUBISHI
Engine
Tier II compliant Tier II compliant Tier II compliant
Engine maximum HP 33 HP 40 HP 47 HP

Maximum torque NM 84 100 122

Rated Engine Speed 3000 3000 3000

No of cylinders 4 4 Turbo 4 Turbo

Aspiration Natural Turbocharged Turbocharged

Engine displacement / c.c. 1500 1500 1758

Cooling Water-cooled Water-cooled Water-cooled

Behind the Behind the Behind the
Fuel Tank
engine engine engine
Fuel tank capacity 38 lt 38 lt 38 lt

All engines are well matched to the transmission to provide eager performance and good
fuel economy.

Clutch Arrangement

Mechanical dual plate clutch. One clutch disc engages the main drive and the other the PTO.
The new larger clutch discs - 230 mm on all models - ensure exceptional reliability and
durability.

Gearbox

All models are fitted with the updated 12 x 12 shuttle transmission (30 kph) with 4
synchronised gears and 3 ranges (low/medium/high). The gearbox demonstrates a good
gear progression to provide up to 4 gears in the important 4-12 km/h field working range.
This allows the operator to match the speed to any application. In addition when the job in
hand requires very slow speed the MF 2400 adapts itself with a forward speed from as low as
0.74 km/h at rated engine speed.

The gear levers are located either side of the steering column to allow easy access to the
platform area. The main range and gear levers are mounted to the right, whilst the
synchromesh reverse shuttle is conveniently placed to the left, thus leaving the right hand free
for PTO and hydraulics operation often required on the headland.

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Mechanical Shuttle Gear lever Range lever
(H, M, L)

Front and rear axle

All MF 2400s are fitted with a centre drive four-wheel drive front axle and hydrostatic steering.
The portal bevel drive front axle offers unparalleled manoeuvrability to the MF 2400 thanks to
a 57-degree steering angle and an outstanding ground clearance. The turning radius can be
as low as 2,600 mm (depending upon wheel settings) and makes use of the new steering
system that uses its own independent hydraulic pump. The four-wheel drive is engaged
mechanically by a lever on top of the transmission.

The front differential lock gives true four-wheel drive to ensure maximum traction. It is easily
engaged with an electro-hydraulic control underneath the steering wheel, whereas the rear
differential lock is mechanically operated through a pedal on the platform floor.

In addition to the superb traction, 6 oil-cooled discs in the rear axle achieve efficient and
powerful braking. The brakes are mechanically operated by two independent foot pedals.

Power Take-Off

The MF 2400 Series feature an independent PTO driveline. Drive is taken from the dual
clutch straight to the rear PTO. This simple yet effective design minimises power losses.

Mechanical PTO allows precise modulation of engagement and is easily controlled by a

lever. The PTO is shiftable by means of a lever on the left-hand side of the main dashboard.

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PTO speed
Mechanical PTO
selection
engagement

540, 1000 rev/min and groundspeed come as standard allowing operation of a variety of
implements. The groundspeed feature provides 7.1 rotations of the rear PTO output shaft for
each rotation of the tractors rear wheel.

The 1000/2000 rev/min mid-mounted PTO is available as an option to extend the versatility of
the range for the operation of a mowing deck as an example.

Impressive Hydraulic Response

The MF 2400 is fitted with an open centre

hydraulic system. The engine mounted
gear pump has an oil flow of 30 L/min to
ensure an impressive hydraulic response by 4 rear
the three point linkage and spool valves. hydraulic
outlets as
The MF 2400 features a second dedicated standard
15 L/min pump for the hydrostatic steering
system.

Two double-acting spool valves come as

standard as well as four rear hydraulic
couplers. One of the spool valves can be
converted to single acting with detent float
by means of a knob situated on top of the
transmission. For customers requiring the
use of specialist machinery, 4 additional
mid and front mounted hydraulic couplers
are available as an option.

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Rear Linkage

The rear linkage is specified as follows on all MF 2400:

• Category I fixed ball end (Category I/II on MF 2415)

• 1,200 kg maximum lift capacity
• Mechanical linkage control
• Top link sensing
• Mechanical levelling on right hand lift rod
• Telescopic stabilisers

Mechanical Linkage Control

Two levers control the linkage, one is the

position control lever for lifting, lowering and
float. The other lever is the draft control lever.
The control panel also features two
adjustable stop screws, which allow the
operator to come back quickly to original
settings when performing headland turns.

On the MF 2400 when working in draft control

in varying soil conditions it is possible to
provide some position control by adjusting
the position control lever to improve
performance (Intermix).

The MF 2400 features a top link sensing that

is particularly of benefit in lighter draft
operations as the linkage responds more
sensitively to changes in draft forces.

For trailed implements several hitches are on offer in order to tailor this workhorse to the
customers’ needs:

• Category A swinging drawbar

• Height adjustable Category C drawbar
• Quick adjust 2 axle trailer hitch

Operator Platform: optimum comfort

These small commercial tractors have been designed around the operator to maximise his
comfort and safety.

The platform is mounted on silent blocs which provides a great reduction of noise to the
driver’s area so his comfort is maximised. On the other hand, a roll over protection
structure protects the driver and can be folded down in areas where the height is
restricted (greenhouse, low farm buildings etc).

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The operator benefits from a modern and well laid out operator’s platform. The ergonomic
driving position that maximises the control of the machine and its productivity. The platform
arrangement are very neat and the colour-coded controls are within easy reach.

Comfort is ensured through a spring-suspended vinyl seat which is fitted with a seatbelt as
standard. The analogue control panel provides fast and accurate monitoring of the tractor
functions. In addition, outstanding visibility is achieved thanks to wheel-hugging fenders, a
rounded hood and a horizontal exhaust.

Options

A number of options are available to tailor the tractor to the customers’ needs such as:

• Although primarily an agricultural tractor with a range of agricultural tyres available, the
tractor can also be specified with turf tyres
• Front weights and rear wheel weights

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Dimensions

The table below shows the dimensions of the three models in the MF 2400 series range. The
measurements refer to the diagrams on the following page.

MF 2400 Dimensions
MF 2405 MF2410 MF 2415
Tyre siz e
Front 7.00-12 7.50-16 7.50-16
R ear 320/70R20 12.4R24 12.4R24
A 1042 / 1112 1036 / 1186 1036 / 1186
B 948 / 1042 1032 / 1122 1032 / 1122
C 369 399 399
D 1228 / 1362 1352 / 1442 1352 / 1442
E 762 / 882 966 966
F 916 / 1050 1050 1200
G 1738 1738 1738
H 3056 3056 3056
I 1268 1326 1326
J 949 1018 1018
K 1206 1309 1309
L 1956 2020 2020

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A B
D

E F

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Summary

The versatile MF 2400 range of agricultural compact tractors continue to improve on the
highly successful MF 1300 series. With more power, higher transport speeds, improved
manoeuvrability and a well laid out modern and insulated driving platform the MF 2400 is a
range assured of even greater success.

The MF 2400 series complements the other Massey Ferguson tractor ranges : MF 1200
compacts, MF 3300 Specialist tractors, MF 4300 / 6400 / 7400 and 8200 Xtra agricultural
tractor ranges to ensure the Massey Ferguson dealer is able to compete profitably in the
widest range of market sectors.

Yours faithfully

David Chinn
Sales Engineering Manager

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