Date: Fri, 21 Nov 1997 00:45:29 GMT Server: Apache/1.2.0 Last-Modified: Mon, 19 May 1997 18:29:17 GMT ETag: "22b3e-3e07-33809bfd" Content-Length: 15879 Accept-Ranges: bytes Connection: close Content-Type: text/html AGCO Corporate Info

About Us

AGCO® Corporation (NYSE: AG) is a major worldwide manufacturer and distributor of a full line of agricultural equipment and replacement parts, including tractors, combines, hay tools, forage equipment and implements. The high-quality brands that AGCO provides includes: AGCO® Allis Tractors; AGCOSTAR(TM) Tractors; Black Machine Planters; Farmhand® Loaders, Grinders and Grinder/Mixers; FIELDSTAR(TM) Precision Farming System; GLEANER® Combines; Glencoe® Tillage Equipment and Power Ditchers; Hesston® Hay and Forage Equipment; Landini Tractors; Massey Ferguson® Tractors, Combines and Hay Tools; New Idea® Spreaders and Hay Tools; SAME Tractors; Tye® Planters and Drills; White Planters and White Tractors. AGCO also provides retail financing through Agricredit Acceptance Company.

The company distributes its products through a network of over 7,000 independent dealers around the world -- the strongest network in the industry.

AGCO's products are sold in more than 140 countries. AGCO's Massey Ferguson brand is the most widely-sold and best recognized tractor brand in the world. AGCO dealers are some of the most professional and knowledgeable in the industry, and they are an important part of the company's success.

A Storied History

AGCO Corporation has its roots in the North American farm equipment industry. Its heritage reaches as far back as the mid 1800s through many of its brands, although its direct lineage is from the Allis-Chalmers brand name. KHD sold its Deutz Allis division to AGCO in 1990. Since that time AGCO has become a worldwide farm machinery company through market growth and several strategic acquisitions.

The Future Today

AGCO's internal product development capabilities, along with acquired technologies, are recognized as being among the most advanced in the world. This global perspective makes AGCO the one manufacturer that can truly meet every farmer's equipment needs.

AGCO pioneered the Science of Agriculture with FIELDSTAR(TM), AGCO's new precision farming system, while the competitors were still scratching their heads. In fact, AGCO has been marketing the FIELDSTAR(TM) system on it's European Massey Ferguson® Combines since 1991. Using a satellite link mounted on the combine, the satellite can pinpoint the combine's position to within 10 feet. This positioning data is merged with yield data taken from a sensor on the combine. With this information, yield maps are created. Yield maps assist the farmer in making decisions about tillage practices, seeding rates, fertility and chemical application rates. This will make the farmer more productive and more profitable. The FIELDSTAR(TM) system will be available on both GLEANER® and Massey Ferguson Combines in North America.

Our Brands

AGCO® Allis - 25 tractor models powered by liquid cooled engines from 40 to 215 horsepower. With so many great ideas in tractor technology, it's easy to find an AGCO Allis tractor that's right for the job you need done. AGCO Allis tractors combine advanced design concepts and proven manufacturing techniques with a real understanding of farming to offer a wide variety of features and choices. And when you select a model with a liquid-cooled engine, 2-wheel or all-wheel drive, enclosed or ROPS cab, you'll be getting all the rugged dependability, efficiency and style of AGCO Allis tractors. And every AGCO Allis tractor is backed by one of the longest and strongest warranties in the business - 4 years/4,000 hours!

AGCOSTAR(TM) - Four-wheel-drive, articulated tractors. The 425 hp AGCOSTAR Model 8425 is packed with so many features and so much power you'll wonder why it doesn't cost more. Every AGCOSTAR tractor is built on a massive "C" channel high-strength front steel frame for durability that assures lasting value. Add the muscle of highly sophisticated Detroit Diesel or Cummins engines with the advantage of electronic fuel and speed controls, and you've got a tractor that can handle the largest tillage and planting equipment easily and economically.

Black Machine Planters - Our patented "2-in-1" flexible frame planters come in many different configurations to allow you to customize your planter to suit your operation - without paying for all of the unnecessary extras. Choose from 12 row 30" flex or rigid configurations to 8 row 36" or 38" flex or rigid frames - and just about everything in between.

Farmhand® - Loaders, Grinders, Grinder /Mixers and Rolling Tillage Equipment - For more than half a century, the Farmhand name has stood for productivity, durability, innovation and value in a wide variety of labor-saving equipment. Since manufacturing the first hydraulic farm tractor loader in 1941, Farmhand has sold hundreds of thousands of loaders that are still in use on farms and ranches all over the world. And we put that same dedication to quality into the full line of Farmhand equipment. The Equipment Manufacturers Institute (EMI) recognized our loaders as one of the 100 most significant contributions to the mechanization of agriculture during EMI's first 100 years.

FIELDSTAR(TM) - Precision Farming Equipment. Undoubtedly the most exciting technology to come along in years, FIELDSTAR allows producers to utilize global positioning satellites to map and record field data, including yield rates, soil conditions, fertilization practices and more. Pioneered by AGCO , FIELDSTAR has been available to users of Massey Ferguson combines in Europe since 1991. FIELDSTAR allows farmers to make the absolute most out of the land they are farming while lessening their impact on the environment.

GLEANER® - Rotary Combines in four classes ranging in bin size from 170 to 330 bushels and 185 to 330 horsepower. Only GLEANER is Engineered For Better Returns. For over 70 years, top producers have relied on GLEANER to get more high-quality grain and corn out of the field fast. A major difference between today's GLEANER and the competitors' models is the Natural Flow Harvesting System. With its unique, transverse-mounted processing cylinder, the Natural Flow System moves grain gently to the bin - without turns and stops that can damage your crop and cost you money. At GLEANER, we build 'em like you'd build 'em!

Glencoe® - Tillage Equipment and Power Ditchers. Glencoe produces ideas and equipment that stand the test of time. Every Glencoe product features heavy-duty construction for trouble-free operation and long life. And thanks to state-of-the-art manufacturing techniques, Glencoe products are also priced to make sense. The Equipment Manufacturers Institute (EMI) recognized our Soil Savers® as one of the 100 most significant contributions to the mechanization of agriculture during EMI's first 100 years.

Hesston® - Hay tools and forage equipment. "Nobody Knows Hay Like Hesston". Only Hesston combines decades of ruggedness and reliability with advanced features designed to cut maintenance, boost productivity and protect hay quality. For nearly 50 years, we've been a leader in design and manufacturing of hay and forage equipment. Hesston hay innovations include the first self-propelled windrowers, the Hydro-Swing® mower-conditioner, the center-line rectangular baler and the world's first large rectangular baler.

Landini Tractors - 51 tractor models of standard and specialty tractors ranging from 40 to 125 horsepower. Look around the world's most successful orchards, vineyards and vegetable operations and chances are you'll find Landini tractors hard at work. Founded in 1884, Landini produces standard, specialty, crawler and large series tractors for the most demanding farming operations. AGCO is the sole distributor of Landini in North America and owns 30% of the company.

Massey Ferguson® - 33 tractor models ranging from 13 to 215 horsepower, conventional and rotary combines, lawn and garden equipment, implements and hay tools. For more than 32 years worldwide, more people have purchased MF tractors than any other brand. And that's because we've built the brand on three basic principles: Quality, Innovation and Service. More than a million MF tractors and combines are on the job, working today. That's far more than any other brand. And proof positive that Massey Ferguson is an excellent choice for rugged durability and reliability.

New Idea® - Manure Spreaders and Hay Tools - At New Idea, experience has given us a clear understanding of what it takes to combine high efficiency and high quality in one operation. And for nearly a century, we've been producing equipment designed to do just that. Since introducing the world's first mechanical manure spreader, New Idea has become synonymous with rugged dependability and simple operation in everything from spreaders and mowers to rakes and balers. What's more, whatever we make is backed by a dealer network you can count on.

SAME - 12 models of specialty tractors used in orchards, vineyards and vegetable farms. AGCO is the exclusive North American distributor of SAME, carrying the Vigneron, Frutteto, Explorer and Crawler models that range from 52 PTO hp to 88 engine hp.

Tye® Drills, NoTill Drills and Paratill® - Since building North America's first 3-point grain drill more than 30 years ago, Tye has gone on to become a market leader -and an international force - in conservation seeding and tillage. Our innovative products include the Tye Pasture Pleaser®, which was North America's first successful NoTill Drill, Stubble Drill® and Paratill®. We also produce a wide variety of grain, soybean and specialty drills, NoTill systems and NoTill attachments and more at our 55-acre manufacturing headquarters.

WHITE Planters - Including the new Central Fill Planter. Whether you practice conventional or conservation tillage - or both - you can depend on the precision performance of WHITE planters and tillage equipment to make a profitable difference. WHITE offers a wide variety of model designs and options, including sophisticated in-cab monitors, dry and liquid fertilizer hoppers, row unit attachments, closing wheels, transport lights and more. You can expect years of accuracy, precision placement and ease of adjustment from WHITE.

WHITE Tractors - 11 models powered by liquid-cooled engines from 60 to 215 horsepower. Over the years, WHITE Tractors have earned a strong reputation for dependability and durability. Today's models, which range from 45 to 215 hp, still have the necessary toughness to get the toughest jobs done. Plus advanced styling and powerful features for even more efficiency and productivity. From our Powershift® and Quadrashift® transmissions to the powerful Cummins direct-injected diesels, WHITE tractors are built tough - built to last - built to perform!

Retail Financing With AGCO - Through Agricredit in North America, AGCO provides a dedicated financing source for the sale of AGCO products as well as equipment produced by other manufacturers. Agricredit has been in the business of providing farmers with the financing they need to stay ahead for over 45 years. Providing this type of service is their only business and Agricredit maintains financial plans and programs to meet the ever-changing needs of the North American Farmer.

AGCO has strategic joint venture interests in three European retail finance companies located in England, France and Germany. Through these ventures, AGCO customers around the world enjoy competitive financing of their equipment purchases.

AGCO® Replacement Parts - Recognized as one of the most efficient parts operations in the industry, AGCO Parts Division provides prompt, reliable delivery of high quality parts to customers the world over. In North America, AGCO's Parts division operates out of a 300,000 sq. ft. automated distribution center in Batavia, Illinois with 11 strategically-located satellite distribution centers, serving over 3,800 dealers in the United States and Canada. AGCO's parts distribution warehouse in Ennery, France is a state-of-the-art facility servicing AGCO's customers around the world.