What tractors are made by AGCO?

AGCO major brands include Massey Ferguson tractors, Challenger tractors and combines, Fendt and Valtra tractors, Gleaner combines, Hesston hay equipment, White planters, RoGator and TerraGator applicators, GSI grain systems and Sunflower tillage.

When did AGCO stop making tractors?

Parts will continue to be supplied through AGCO Corporation dealers for a minimum of 10 years beyond the final production date of 2010.

Are Fendt and Massey the same?

“Both of them (MF and Fendt) are separate. Both of them are exclusive.” That means customers in Europe will see separation at dealerships, which will sell either MF or Fendt, not both.

What are AGCO tractors?

AGCO is an American agricultural machinery manufacturer founded in 1990 and with its headquarters in Duluth, Georgia, United States. AGCO designs, produces, and sells tractors, combines, foragers, hay tools, self-propelled sprayers, smart farming technologies, seeding and tillage equipment.

Does Caterpillar own AGCO?

2002. AGCO acquires the assets of Caterpillar Inc.'s agricultural equipment business, primarily the design, assembly and marketing of their Challenger track tractors. AGCO acquires the assets of Sunflower Manufacturing Company Inc., a leading producer of tillage, seeding and specialty harvesting equipment.

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What brands are under AGCO?

AGCO major brands include Massey Ferguson tractors, Challenger tractors and combines, Fendt and Valtra tractors, Gleaner combines, Hesston hay equipment, White planters, RoGator and TerraGator applicators, GSI grain systems and Sunflower tillage.

Who owns Fendt tractors?

Fendt is a German agricultural machinery manufacturer founded in 1930 by Xaver Fendof in Marktoberdorf, Allgäu, Germany. Fendt manufactures tractors, combine harvesters, balers and telescopic handlers. It was purchased by AGCO Corporation in 1997.

Does AGCO own Deutz Fahr?

In the early 1980s, the Deutz-Fahr Company had a surplus of cash and purchased Allis-Chalmers Company. That venture turned out to be a financial disaster, and Deutz-Allis was sold to AGCO in 1988.

Does AGCO own New Holland?

CNH, Case New Holland Tractors from 1970 to Today. This venerable, old American tractor company is actually now owned by the Italian firm, Fiat. In 2007, they recorded $12.1 billion in worldwide sales. That made them the second largest agricultural equipment manufacturer in the world.

Are Deutz and Fendt the same?

Agricultural machinery giant AGCO has announced it has signed a new deal with Deutz to supply engines for its Fendt tractors. AGCO said it and Deutz has agreed a 'new, long-term strategic partnership that establishes supply security, predictability and reliability for both companies and their customers.

Is AGCO getting rid of Challenger?

The Challenger name has already been withdrawn from Europe and the Middle East, its future in America now looks more uncertain than ever. The latest move by AGCO is to switch to a 'retail orders'-only business model for Challenger tractors.

Who bought Massey Ferguson?

The Agco Corporation said yesterday that it had agreed to buy the Massey Ferguson Group Ltd., a unit of the Varity Corporation, for $328 million in cash and stock.

Who makes Massey Ferguson?

— AGCO Corporation (NYSE:AGCO), a worldwide manufacturer and distributor of agricultural equipment, announces a new family of premium compact tractors ― the Massey Ferguson^® 1800M and 2800M Series, with five models ranging from 35 to 60 engine horsepower.

Where are Fendt tractors made?

Apart from its latest tracked tractors, produced in Jackson, USA, all Fendt wheeled tractors are made in Marktoberdorf, everything from the 72hp to 101hp 200 Series, up to the 396hp to 517hp 1000 Series.

Is a Lamborghini tractor A Deutz?

Italian farm equipment maker Same Deutz-Fahr group today introduced its premium tractor under the Lamborghini brand in India. PUNE: Italian farm equipment maker Same Deutz-Fahr (SDF) group on Thursday introduced its premium tractor under the Lamborghini brand in India.

Are Deutz and Same tractors the same?

SDF is one of the world's leading manufacturers of tractors, combine harvesters, and diesel engines. The group's products are commercialized under the brand names SAME, Deutz-Fahr, Lamborghini Trattori, Hürlimann and Grégoire.

What happened to Deutz tractors?

Deutz-Allis And AGCO Corporation

Deutz-Allis was eventually sold to the Allis-Gleaner Corporation in 1990, which became AGCO Corporation. Deutz-Allis tractors and equipment were renamed in North America as AGCO-Allis. Today, Deutz-Fahr is no longer associated with Deutz-Allis or AGCO Corporation.

Are Challenger and Fendt the same?

Apart from a trip to the Fendt paint shop, the larger 1100MT crawlers are identical to the outgoing Challenger 800 series.

What tractors use Deutz engines?

Deutz powers the Chafer Interceptor, Hardi Alpha and all Sands sprayers with TCD6. 1 engines, and a raft of telescopic handlers from Claas, Faresin, Kramer, Manitou and Merlo as well as wheeled loaders from Schaffer, Tobroco and Weidemann rely on Deutz power.

Is AGCO selling Massey Ferguson?

AGCO products are sold through five core brands, Challenger^®, Fendt^®, GSI^®, Massey Ferguson^® and Valtra^®, supported by Fuse^® precision technologies and farm optimization services, and are distributed globally through a combination of more than 3,000 independent dealers and distributors in more than 150 countries.

Where are Deutz tractors made?

All Deutz-Fahr tractors in the 6, 7 and 9 Series – from 126hp to 336hp – are built in a new factory at Lauingen, 80 miles north-west of Munich in southern Germany. Diesel engines arrive from the Cologne plant of independent engine manufacturer Deutz.