Massey Ferguson Unveils 9500 Series Axial Combines
Published date December 06, 2011
All-new Massey Ferguson 9500 Series Axial Combines deliver capacity without complexity in the ‘Next Generation’ of combines.
Massey Ferguson is pleased to unveil the “Next Generation‟ of axial combines. Simply put, the all-new Massey Ferguson 9500 Series Combines are the most productive and efficient combines ever offered from Massey Ferguson – providing greater power and capacity – designed to perform in even the most adverse crop conditions. The 9500 Series combines are powered by new AGCO POWER™ engines and offer exclusive advancements such as the new Trident™ processor, exclusive V-Cool™ system, redesigned cleaning system and more.
Performance without compromise – Industry First!
The MF9540 and MF9560 offer an all-new 9.8 litre, seven-cylinder engine – the only combine on the market where the engine is positioned in line with the axial rotor for maximum driveline efficiency. The MF9540 with 370 hp at 2,100 rpm delivers a power bulge up to 426 hp at 1,950 rpm; and the model MF9560 with 460 hp at 2,100 rpm provides a power bulge at 2,000 rpm that climbs to 477 hp and an unloading boost up to 502 hp.
V-Cool™ system delivers efficiencies and less daily maintenance
The MF9540 and MF9560 models also feature the industry-exclusive V-Cool system, allowing for more harvesting and less cleaning. This setup positions the engine radiator, hydraulic cooling system and air-to-air intercooler in a V-shaped design below a hydraulically driven variable-speed fan which operates at the optimum speed according to temperature demand. The unique design eliminates the need to “stack” cooling elements, thereby creating a more efficient system with less chance of blockage.
The V-Cool system even includes a “purge” cycle that reverses the fan as needed to clear the air intake of chaff and other debris. This process is controlled by temperature sensors which verify air flow through the cooling system. When airflow decreases despite increased fan rpm, the system will reverse the fan to blow dirt and chaff away, cleaning the intake screen so airflow is not obstructed and the engine maintains optimal temperature. The V-Cool “purge” cycle is triggered four different ways: detection of airflow restriction; engine speed reduced below 1800 rpm; manual control; and automatic cleaning at 15 minute intervals.
Trident™ processor for gentle, thorough threshing and separation of heavy crop
At the heart of the MF9540 and MF9560 models is the all-new Trident™ processor featuring a segmented-rotor design versus a straight-bar design to efficiently yet gently handle today‟s heavier, tougher crop material. The mechanically driven rotor uses a combination of threshing elements and separation paddles arranged in a helical configuration. The interchangeable narrow and wide paddles deliver even and gentle separation of crops in various conditions. To maximize crop flow, the Trident rotor features a multi-zone intake that feeds the rotor evenly and consumes less power.
In addition, the Trident processor has a six-segment concave design with three options for various. These interchangeable concaves are designed to be easily removed and replaced by one person allowing quick changes to optimize capacity if necessary. The Massey Ferguson 9540 and 9560 models take added crop material in stride due in part to a new H-frame suspension system for the concaves which incorporates spring overload protection.
The springs allow the concave support frame to expand outward so crop material and obstacles in the field can more easily pass through, reducing the chance of damage to the concaves or frame.
More capacity calls for more cleaning and grain handling
To meet the increased capacity of the Trident processor, both models boast a newly designed cleaning system that naturally stratifies crop using three distinct air zones for full-length cleaning without the need for distribution augers. By adding an upper deck air stream directly below the processor, a forceful air blast pushes material other than grain (MOG) towards the rear of the machine so less material is landing directly on the cleaning shoe. A new adjustable pre-chaffer replaces the cascade pan on previous models for more capacity and adjustability in all crops.
A 10-inch clean grain cross auger and high capacity grain elevator both contribute to a 60 percent capacity increase in clean-grain delivery to the standard 350-bushel bin, with powerfold extension. A standard 24-foot unload auger still maintains the industry’s fastest average unload rate at four-bushels-per-second and gives a longer reach when using larger fronts.
New header drive handles larger headers and tough crop conditions
The feeder house of the MF9540 and MF9560 combines has been lengthened by more than six inches to improve operator visibility. Additionally, header-drive power capacity has been increased by more than 50 percent compared to previous models to accommodate the power needs of today’s larger headers. By increasing power capacity, the variable or fixed speed header drive can efficiently handle the demands of increased crop volume; not to forget the ability to handle today’s larger fronts.
9500 Series built to exceed expectations
The new Massey Ferguson harvesting line up answers the most challenging question – how to build a combine with more capacity and less complexity. As evidenced by the all-new Massey Ferguson 9500 Series axial combines, we’ve come a long way since Massey-Harris perfected the world’s first commercially successful self-propelled combine in 1938. Because we’ve not forgotten the principles and ideas upon which Massey Ferguson was founded, we are committed to designing and developing state-of-the-art machinery that exceeds grower’s expectations in performance and reliability.
For more information on the new Massey Ferguson 9500 Series Axial Combines, visit www.masseyferguson.com.au or contact your local Massey Ferguson dealer.