Share-based Compensation [Abstract]
Stock Incentive Plan
Disclosure of Compensation Related Costs, Share-based Payments [Text Block]
Related Party Transactions [Abstract]
Schedule of Related Party Transactions, by Related Party [Table]
Schedule of Related Party Transactions, by Related Party [Table]
Related Party Transactions, by Related Party [Axis]
Related Party [Axis]
Related Party [Domain]
Related Party [Domain]
Rabobank
Rabobank [Member]
Rabobank [Member]
Finance joint ventures
Retail Finance Joint Venture [Member]
Retail Finance Joint Venture [Member]
TAFE
TAFE [Member]
Tractors and Farm Equipment Limited (TAFE)
Praxair Inc
Praxair Inc [Member]
Praxair Inc [Member]
PPG Industries, Inc.
PPG Industries, Inc. [Member]
PPG Industries, Inc. [Member]
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]
Ownership interest of controlling interest
Ownership Interest of Controlling Interest
Ownership Interest of Controlling Interest
Investments in retail finance joint ventures
Payments to Acquire Equity Method Investments
Ownership percentage
Equity Method Investment, Ownership Percentage
Cost method investment, ownership percentage
Cost Method Investment, Ownership Percentage
Cost Method Investment, Ownership Percentage
Beneficial ownership of related parties (in shares)
Beneficial Ownership of Related Parties, Shares
Beneficial Ownership of Related Parties, Shares
Beneficial ownership of related parties, maximum shares allowed per letter agreement (in shares)
Beneficial Ownership of Related Parties, Maximum Shares Allowed Per Letter Agreement
Beneficial Ownership of Related Parties, Maximum Shares Allowed Per Letter Agreement
Purchases from related party
Related Party Transaction, Purchases from Related Party
Revenue from related parties
Revenue from Related Parties
Dividends from related parties
Dividends from Related Parties
Dividends from Related Parties
Investments in and Advances to Affiliates, Schedule of Investments [Abstract]
Schedule of Equity Method Investments [Table]
Schedule of Equity Method Investments [Table]
Investment, Name [Axis]
Investment, Name [Domain]
Manufacturing joint ventures
Manufacturing Joint Ventures [Member]
Manufacturing Joint Ventures [Member]
Other affiliates
Other Joint Ventures [Member]
Other Joint Ventures [Member]
Manufacturing and other joint ventures
Manufacturing and Other Joint Ventures [Member]
Manufacturing and Other Joint Ventures [Member]
Schedule of Equity Method Investments [Line Items]
Investment in affiliates
Investments in and Advance to Affiliates, Subsidiaries, Associates, and Joint Ventures
Equity in net earnings of affiliates
Income (Loss) from Equity Method Investments
Equity Method Investment, Summarized Financial Information [Abstract]
Total assets
Equity Method Investment, Summarized Financial Information, Assets
Total liabilities
Equity Method Investment, Summarized Financial Information, Liabilities
Partners’ equity
Equity Method Investment Summarized Financial Information, Equity
Equity Method Investment, Summarized Financial Information, Income Statement [Abstract]
Equity Method Investment, Summarized Financial Information, Income Statement [Abstract]
Revenues
Equity Method Investment, Summarized Financial Information, Revenue
Costs
Equity Method Investment, Summarized Financial Information, Cost of Sales
Income before income taxes
Equity Method Investment, Summarized Financial Information, Operating Income (Loss)
This item represents the disclosure of operating income (loss) for unconsolidated subsidiaries and 50 percent-or-less owned entities accounted for using the equity method of accounting.
Receivables from affiliates
Due from Affiliates
Undistributed earnings
Retained Earnings, Undistributed Earnings from Equity Method Investees
Segment Reporting [Abstract]
Schedule of Revenues from External Customers and Long-Lived Assets [Table]
Schedule of Revenues from External Customers and Long-Lived Assets [Table]
Statement, Geographical [Axis]
Geographical [Axis]
Geographical [Domain]
United States
UNITED STATES
Canada
CANADA
Germany
GERMANY
France
FRANCE
United Kingdom and Ireland
UNITED KINGDOM AND IRELAND [Member]
UNITED KINGDOM AND IRELAND [Member]
Finland and Scandinavia
FINLAND AND SCANDINAVIA [Member]
FINDLAND AND SCANDINAVIA [Member]
Other Europe
Other Europe [Member]
Other Europe [Member]
South America
South America Less Central America and Caribbean [Member]
South America Less Central America and Caribbean [Member]
Middle East and Africa
Middle East and Africa [Member]
Middle East and Africa [Member]
Asia
Asia [Member]
Australia and New Zealand
Australia and New Zealand [Member]
Australia and New Zealand [Member]
Mexico, Central America and Caribbean
Mexico, Central America and Caribbean [Member]
Mexico, Central America and Caribbean [Member]
Revenues from External Customers and Long-Lived Assets [Line Items]
Revenues from External Customers and Long-Lived Assets [Line Items]
Net sales
Sales Revenue, Goods, Net
Segment, Geographical [Domain]
Finland
FINLAND
Brazil
BRAZIL
China
CHINA
Denmark
DENMARK
Germany
ITALY
Other
Rest of World [Member]
Rest Of World.
France
Property, plant and equipment and amortizable intangible assets
Property Plant and Equipment and Amortizable Intangible Assets
Long-Lived Assets (i.e., Property, Plant & Equipment and amortizable intangible assets)
Stockholders' Equity Note [Abstract]
Schedule of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)
Schedule of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Table Text Block]
Schedule of reclassifications out of AOCI
Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Table Text Block]
Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Expense [Abstract]
Defined Benefit Plans and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans Disclosures [Table]
Defined Benefit Plans and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans Disclosures [Table]
Defined Benefit Plans and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans [Axis]
Defined Benefit Plans and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans [Axis]
Defined Benefit Plan and Other Postretirement Benefit Plan [Domain]
Pension Benefits
Pension Plan [Member]
U.S. Based Pension Benefit Plans
United States Pension Plan of US Entity [Member]
Non-U.S. Pension Benefit Plans
Foreign Pension Plan [Member]
Postretirement Benefits
Other Postretirement Benefit Plan [Member]
Defined Benefit Plans and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans Table Text Block [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plans and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans Table Text Block [Line Items]
Net Pension And Postretirement Cost
Schedule of Net Benefit Costs [Table Text Block]
Assumptions Used
Schedule of Assumptions Used [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Defined Benefit Plans
Schedule of Defined Benefit Plans Disclosures [Table Text Block]
Effect of One-Percentage-Point Change in Assumed Health Care Cost Trend Rates
Schedule of Effect of One-Percentage-Point Change in Assumed Health Care Cost Trend Rates [Table Text Block]
Expected Benefit Payments
Schedule of Expected Benefit Payments [Table Text Block]
Allocation of Plan Assets
Schedule of Allocation of Plan Assets [Table Text Block]
Reconciliation of Significant Unobservable Inputs, Changes in Plan Assets
Schedule of Effect of Significant Unobservable Inputs, Changes in Plan Assets [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, by Exercise Price Range [Table]
Schedule of Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, by Exercise Price Range [Table]
Award Type [Axis]
Award Type [Axis]
Award Type [Domain]
Equity Award [Domain]
Stock Appreciation Rights (SARs)
Stock Appreciation Rights (SARs) [Member]
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, by Exercise Price Range [Axis]
Exercise Price Range [Axis]
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range [Domain]
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range [Domain]
$32.01 - $43.88
Stock Settled Stock Appreciation Right Plan Exercise Price Range One [Member]
Stock Settled Stock Appreciation Right Plan Exercise Price Range One
$47.89 - $63.64
Stock settled stock appreciation right plan exercise price range two [Member]
Stock settled stock appreciation right plan exercise price range two.
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range [Line Items]
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range [Line Items]
Range of Exercise Prices, lower limit (in dollars per share)
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range, Lower Range Limit
Range of Exercise Prices, upper limit (in dollars per share)
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range, Upper Range Limit
SSARs Outstanding (in shares)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Non-Option Equity Instruments, Outstanding, Number
SSAR Outstanding, Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Life (Years)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Outstanding, Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Terms
SSARs Outstanding, Weighted Average Exercise Price (in dollars per share)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Outstanding, Weighted Average Exercise Price
Weighted average exercise price for equity-based awards excluding options.
SSARs Exercisable, Exercisable as of December 31 (in shares)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instrument Other than Options, Exercisable, Number
The number of share-based awards that were exercisable as of the reporting date, excluding options.
SSARs Exercisable, Weighted Average Exercise Price (in dollars per share)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Exercisable, Weighted Average Exercise Price
The weighted average exercise price of share-based awards that were exercisable as of the reporting date, excluding options.
Defined Benefit Plans and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans Disclosures [Axis]
Defined Benefit Plans and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans [Domain]
Aggregate expected benefit payments
Defined Benefit Plan, Expected Future Benefit Payments, Fiscal Year Maturity [Abstract]
2017
Defined Benefit Plan, Expected Future Benefit Payments, Next Twelve Months
2018
Defined Benefit Plan, Expected Future Benefit Payments, Year Two
2019
Defined Benefit Plan, Expected Future Benefit Payments, Year Three
2020
Defined Benefit Plan, Expected Future Benefit Payments, Year Four
2021
Defined Benefit Plan, Expected Future Benefit Payments, Year Five
2022 through 2026
Defined Benefit Plan, Expected Future Benefit Payments, Five Fiscal Years Thereafter
Total
Defined Benefit Plan, Estimated Future Benefit Payments
Defined Benefit Plan, Estimated Future Benefit Payments
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]
Schedule of Income before Income Tax, Domestic and Foreign
Schedule of Income before Income Tax, Domestic and Foreign [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Components of Income Tax Expense (Benefit)
Schedule of Components of Income Tax Expense (Benefit) [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation
Schedule of Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Deferred Tax Assets and Liabilities
Schedule of Deferred Tax Assets and Liabilities [Table Text Block]
Summary of Income Tax Contingencies
Summary of Income Tax Contingencies [Table Text Block]
Current:
Current Income Tax Expense (Benefit), Continuing Operations [Abstract]
Federal
Current Federal Tax Expense (Benefit)
State
Current State and Local Tax Expense (Benefit)
Foreign
Current Foreign Tax Expense (Benefit)
Current income tax expense (benefit)
Current Income Tax Expense (Benefit)
Deferred:
Deferred Income Tax Expense (Benefit), Continuing Operations [Abstract]
Federal
Deferred Federal Income Tax Expense (Benefit)
State
Deferred State and Local Income Tax Expense (Benefit)
Foreign
Deferred Foreign Income Tax Expense (Benefit)
Deferred income tax expense (benefit)
Deferred Income Tax Expense (Benefit)
Income tax provision
Income Tax Expense (Benefit)
Business Combinations [Abstract]
Schedule of Recognized Identified Assets Acquired and liabilities assumed
Schedule of Recognized Identified Assets Acquired and Liabilities Assumed [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Acquired Other Identifiable Intangible Assets
Schedule of Finite-Lived Intangible Assets Acquired as Part of Business Combination [Table Text Block]
Accelerated Share Repurchases [Table]
Accelerated Share Repurchases [Table]
Scenario [Axis]
Scenario [Axis]
Scenario, Unspecified [Domain]
Scenario, Unspecified [Domain]
Forecast
Scenario, Forecast [Member]
Share Repurchase Program [Axis]
Share Repurchase Program [Axis]
Share Repurchase Program [Domain]
Share Repurchase Program [Domain]
2012, 2013, 2014 and 2016 Share Repurchase Program [Member]
Share Repurchase Program, 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2016 [Member]
Share Repurchase Program, 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2016 [Member]
Accelerated Share Repurchase
Accelerated Share Repurchase [Member]
Accelerated Share Repurchase [Member] - A program used to repurchase shares of the Company's stock with a financial institution.
December 2016 ASR Program
December 2016 ASR Program [Member]
December 2016 ASR Program [Member]
Accelerated Share Repurchases [Line Items]
Accelerated Share Repurchases [Line Items]
Common stock, shares authorized (in shares)
Common Stock, Shares Authorized
Common stock, par value (in dollars per share)
Common Stock, Par or Stated Value Per Share
Common stock, shares outstanding (in shares)
Common Stock, Shares, Outstanding
Shares available for grant (in shares)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Number of Shares Available for Grant
Authorized amount (in shares)
Stock Repurchase Program, Authorized Amount
Authorized amount
Stock Repurchased and Retired During Period, Value
Purchases and retirement of common stock (in shares)
Stock Repurchased and Retired During Period, Shares
Remaining authorized repurchase amount
Stock Repurchase Program, Remaining Authorized Repurchase Amount
Common stock, quarterly dividends declared (in dollars per share)
Common Stock, Quarterly Dividends, Per Share, Declared
Common Stock, Quarterly Dividends, Per Share, Declared
Accounting Policies [Abstract]
Inventory Valuation Reserves
Inventory Valuation Reserves
Inventory, Net [Abstract]
Finished goods
Inventory, Finished Goods, Net of Reserves
Repair and replacement parts
Inventory, Parts and Components, Net of Reserves
Work in process
Inventory, Work in Process, Net of Reserves
Raw materials
Inventory, Raw Materials, Net of Reserves
Inventories, net
Inventory, Net
Defined Benefit Plan by Plan Asset Categories [Axis]
Defined Benefit Plan, Asset Categories [Axis]
Plan Asset Categories [Domain]
Plan Asset Categories [Domain]
Large and small cap domestic equity securities
Large and Small Cap Domestic [Member]
Large and Small Cap [Member]
International equity securities
International Equity Securities [Member]
International Equity Securities [Member]
Fixed Income Securities
Fixed Income Securities [Member]
Equity Securities
Equity Securities [Member]
Other Investments
Other Investments [Member]
Asset Category
Asset Category [Abstract]
Asset Category [Abstract]
Equity Securities
Defined Benefit Plan, Actual Plan Asset Allocations
Schedule of Share-based Compensation Arrangements by Share-based Payment Award [Table]
Schedule of Share-based Compensation Arrangements by Share-based Payment Award [Table]
Subsequent Event Type [Axis]
Subsequent Event Type [Axis]
Subsequent Event Type [Domain]
Subsequent Event Type [Domain]
Subsequent Event
Subsequent Event [Member]
Plan Name [Axis]
Plan Name [Axis]
Plan Name [Domain]
Plan Name [Domain]
Long Term Incentive Plan
Long Term Incentive Plan [Member]
Long Term Incentive Plan [Member]
2006 Plan
Two Thousand Six Plan [Member]
Two Thousand Six Plan [Member]
Performance Shares
Performance Shares [Member]
Restricted Stock Units (RSUs)
Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) [Member]
Restricted Stock
Restricted Stock [Member]
Range [Axis]
Range [Axis]
Range [Domain]
Range [Domain]
Minimum
Minimum [Member]
Maximum
Maximum [Member]
Statement [Line Items]
Statement [Line Items]
Common stock, shares issuable (in shares)
Performance period
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Award Requisite Service Period
Vesting period
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Award Vesting Period
Target award percentages
Share-based Compensation, Percentage of Target Award Which Participant May Earn
Share-based Compensation, Percentage of Target Award Which Participant May Earn
Shares awarded (in shares)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Grants in Period
Compensation cost related to unearned performance awards
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Nonvested Awards, Compensation Cost Not yet Recognized
Recognition period
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Nonvested Awards, Compensation Cost Not yet Recognized, Period for Recognition
Weighted average grant-date fair value of performance awards granted (in dollars per share)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Grants in Period, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value
SSAR Expiration Period
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Expiration Period
Total stock compensation expense (credit)
Allocated Share-based Compensation Expense
Weighted average remaining contractual life of SSARs outstanding, in years
Share Based Compensation Arrangement By Share Based Payment Award Other Than Options Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Term
Share Based Compensation Arrangement By Share Based Payment Award Other Than Options Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Term.
Total fair value of SSARs vested
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Vested in Period, Fair Value
Number of shares not vested (in shares)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Nonvested, Number
Total intrinsic value of outstanding SSARs
Share Based Compensation Arrangement By Share Based Payment Award Other Than Options Outstanding Intrinsic Value
Share Based Compensation Arrangement By Share Based Payment Award Other Than Options Outstanding Intrinsic Value.
Total intrinsic value of exercisable of SSARs
Share Based Compensation Arrangement By Share Based Payment Award Other Than Options Exercisable Intrinsic Value
Share Based Compensation Arrangement By Share Based Payment Award Other Than Options Exercisable Intrinsic Value
Total intrinsic value of SSARs exercised
Share Based Compensation Arrangement By Share Based Payment Award Other Than Options Exercises in Period Total Intrinsic Value
Share Based Compensation Arrangement By Share Based Payment Award, Other Than Options, Exercises in Period, Total Intrinsic Value
Excess tax benefit of stock awards
Adjustments to Additional Paid in Capital, Income Tax Benefit from Share-based Compensation
Shortfall in tax benefit of stock awards
Adjustments to Additional Paid in Capital, Income Tax Deficiency from Share-based Compensation
SSARs granted (in shares)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Non-Option Equity Instruments, Granted
Weighted-average period for compensation cost expected to be recognized, in years
Share Based Compensation Arrangement By Share Based Payment Award, Restriction on Transferability
Share Based Compensation Arrangement By Share Based Payment Award, Restriction on Transferability of awards
Restricted common stocks issued (in shares)
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, Restricted Stock Award, Net of Forfeitures
Restricted common stocks issued after shares withheld for taxes (in shares)
Restricted Stock, Shares Issued Net of Shares for Tax Withholdings
Shares earned (in shares)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Vested in Period
Shares issued subsequent to year-end (in shares)
Share-based compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Issued
Share-based compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Issued
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]
Fair Value Measurements, Recurring and Nonrecurring [Table]
Fair Value Measurements, Recurring and Nonrecurring [Table]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets by Measurement [Axis]
Fair Value, Hierarchy [Axis]
Fair Value Plan Asset Measurement [Domain]
Fair Value Hierarchy [Domain]
Level 1
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 1 [Member]
Level 2
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2 [Member]
Level 3
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3 [Member]
Long-term Debt, Type [Axis]
Long-term Debt, Type [Axis]
Long-term Debt, Type [Domain]
Long-term Debt, Type [Domain]
5 7/8% Senior notes due 2021
Senior Notes Due December 1, 2021, 5.875% [Member]
Senior Notes Due December 1, 2021, 5.875% [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Fair value of plan assets
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets
Derivative assets
Derivative Asset, Fair Value, Gross Asset
Derivative liabilities
Derivative Liability, Fair Value, Gross Liability
Long-term debt
Long-term Debt, Fair Value
Trading securities
Trading Securities
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets Acquired as Part of Business Combination [Table]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets Acquired as Part of Business Combination [Table]
Business Acquisition [Axis]
Business Acquisition [Axis]
Business Acquisition, Acquiree [Domain]
Business Acquisition, Acquiree [Domain]
Cimbria Holdings Limited
Cimbria Holdings Limited [Member]
Cimbria Holdings Limited [Member]
Tecno Poultry Equipment
Tecno Poultry Equipment [Member]
Tecno Poultry Equipment [Member]
Farmer Automatic
Farmer Automatic [Member]
Farmer Automatic [Member]
Intersystems Holdings, Inc.
Intersystems Holdings, Inc. [Member]
Intersystems Holdings, Inc. [Member]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets by Major Class [Axis]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets by Major Class [Axis]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Major Class Name [Domain]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Major Class Name [Domain]
Customer relationships
Customer Relationships [Member]
Technology
Technology-Based Intangible Assets [Member]
Trademarks
Trademarks [Member]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets Acquired [Line Items]
Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Current assets
Business Combination, Recognized Identifiable Assets Acquired and Liabilities Assumed, Current Assets
Property, plant and equipment
Business Combination, Recognized Identifiable Assets Acquired and Liabilities Assumed, Property, Plant, and Equipment
Intangible assets
Business Combination, Recognized Identifiable Assets Acquired and Liabilities Assumed, Intangible Assets, Other than Goodwill
Goodwill
Goodwill
Total assets acquired
Business Combination, Recognized Identifiable Assets Acquired and Liabilities Assumed, Assets
Current liabilities
Business Combination, Recognized Identifiable Assets Acquired and Liabilities Assumed, Current Liabilities
Deferred tax liabilities
Business Combination, Recognized Identifiable Assets Acquired and Liabilities Assumed, Deferred Tax Liabilities
Long-term debt and other noncurrent liabilities
Business Combination, Recognized Identifiable Assets Acquired and Liabilities Assumed, Noncurrent Liabilities, Long-term Debt
Total liabilities assumed
Business Combination, Recognized Identifiable Assets Acquired and Liabilities Assumed, Liabilities
Net assets acquired
Business Combination, Recognized Identifiable Assets Acquired, Goodwill, and Liabilities Assumed, Net
Intangible assets acquired
Finite-lived Intangible Assets Acquired
Weighted average useful life
Acquired Finite-lived Intangible Assets, Weighted Average Useful Life
Effective Income Tax Rate, Continuing Operations, Tax Rate Reconciliation [Abstract]
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, Percent [Abstract]
Provision for income taxes at United States federal statutory rate of 35%
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation at Federal Statutory Income Tax Rate, Amount
State and local income taxes, net of federal income tax effects
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, State and Local Income Taxes, Amount
Taxes on foreign income which differ from the United States statutory rate
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, Foreign Income Tax Rate Differential, Amount
Tax effect of permanent differences
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, Permanent Differences, Amount
Amount of the difference between reported income tax expense (benefit) and expected income tax expense (benefit) computed by applying the domestic federal statutory income tax rates to pretax income (loss) from continuing operations attributable to permanent differences.
Change in valuation allowance
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, Change in Deferred Tax Assets Valuation Allowance, Amount
Change in tax contingency reserves
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, Tax Contingency, Amount
Research and development tax credits
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, Tax Credit, Research, Amount
Other
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, Other Reconciling Items, Amount
Investments in Affiliates
Equity Method Investments and Joint Ventures Disclosure [Text Block]
Schedule of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Table]
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Table]
Equity Components [Axis]
Equity Components [Axis]
Equity Component [Domain]
Equity Component [Domain]
Defined Benefit Pension Plans
Accumulated Defined Benefit Plans Adjustment Attributable to Parent [Member]
Cumulative Translation Adjustment
Accumulated Foreign Currency Adjustment Attributable to Parent [Member]
Deferred Net Gains (Losses) on Derivatives
Accumulated Net Gain (Loss) from Cash Flow Hedges Attributable to Parent [Member]
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss
AOCI Attributable to Parent [Member]
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Line Items]
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Line Items]
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Roll Forward]
AOCI Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest, Net of Tax [Roll Forward]
Beginning balance
Stockholders' Equity, Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Other comprehensive loss before reclassifications
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), before Reclassifications, Net of Tax
Net losses reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss
Reclassification from Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income, Current Period, Net of Tax
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of reclassification adjustments
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax
Ending balance
Alternative Investments
Alternative Investments [Member]
Alternative Investments [Member]
Miscellaneous Funds
Miscellaneous Investments [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan, Change in Fair Value of Plan Assets [Roll Forward]
Defined Benefit Plan, Change in Fair Value of Plan Assets [Roll Forward]
Fair value of plan assets at beginning of year
Defined Benefit Plan, Actual Return on Plan Assets [Abstract]
Defined Benefit Plan, Actual Return on Plan Assets [Abstract]
Related to assets still held at reporting
Defined Benefit Plan, Actual Return on Plan Assets Still Held
Relating to assets sold during period
Defined Benefit Plan, Actual Return on Plan Assets Sold During Period
Purchases, sales and /or settlements
Defined Benefit Plan, Purchases, Sales, and Settlements
Foreign currency exchange rate changes
Defined Benefit Plan, Foreign Currency Exchange Rate Changes, Plan Assets
Fair value of plan assets at end of year
Restructuring and Related Activities [Abstract]
Restructuring Expenses
Restructuring and Related Activities Disclosure [Text Block]
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]
Schedule of Long-term Debt Instruments [Table]
Schedule of Long-term Debt Instruments [Table]
Counterparty Name [Axis]
Counterparty Name [Axis]
Counterparty Name [Domain]
Counterparty Name [Domain]
1.056% Senior term loan due 2020
Senior Unsecured Term Loan Due January 15, 2020, 1.056% [Member]
Senior Unsecured Term Loan Due January 15, 2020, 1.056% [Member]
Line of Credit
Line of Credit [Member]
Revolving Credit Facility
Revolving Credit Facility [Member]
Credit facility, expires 2020
Term Loan Facility [Member]
Term Loan Facility [Member]
4½% Senior term loan due 2016
Senior Unsecured Term Loan Due May 2, 2016, 4.5% [Member]
Senior Unsecured Term Loan Due May 2, 2016, 4.5% [Member]
Senior Unsecured Term Loan Due April 26, 2021, First Loan
Senior Unsecured Term Loan Due April 26, 2021, First Loan [Member]
Senior Unsecured Term Loan Due April 26, 2021, First Loan [Member]
Senior Unsecured Term Loan Due April 26, 2021, Second Loan
Senior Unsecured Term Loan Due April 26, 2021, Second Loan [Member]
Senior Unsecured Term Loan Due April 26, 2021, Second Loan [Member]
Senior Unsecured Term Loan Due April 26, 2021, Total
Senior Unsecured Term Loan Due April 26, 2021, Total [Member]
Senior Unsecured Term Loan Due April 26, 2021, Total [Member]
1 1/4percent Convertible Senior Subordinated Notes Due December 15, 2036
Convertible Senior Subordinated Notes Due December 15, 2036, 1.25% [Member]
Convertible Senior Subordinated Notes Due December 15, 2036, 1.25% [Member]
Credit Facility [Axis]
Credit Facility [Axis]
Credit Facility [Domain]
Credit Facility [Domain]
Debt Instrument [Axis]
Debt Instrument [Axis]
Debt Instrument, Name [Domain]
Debt Instrument, Name [Domain]
Mutually Exclusive Option [Axis]
Mutually Exclusive Option [Axis]
Mutually Exclusive Option [Axis]
Mutually Exclusive Option [Domain]
Mutually Exclusive Option [Domain]
Mutually Exclusive Option [Domain]
Interest Accrual, Option One
Interest Accrual, Option One [Member]
Interest Accrual, Option One [Member]
Interest Accrual, Option Two
Interest Accrual, Option Two [Member]
Interest Accrual, Option Two [Member]
Interest Accrual, Option Three
Interest Accrual, Option Three [Member]
Interest Accrual, Option Three [Member]
Component of Interest Expense [Axis]
Component of Interest Expense [Axis]
Component of Interest Expense [Axis]
Component of Interest Expense [Domain]
Component of Interest Expense [Domain]
Component of Interest Expense [Domain]
Variable Basis, Additional Margin
Variable Basis, Additional Margin [Member]
Variable Basis, Additional Margin [Member]
Hedging Relationship [Axis]
Hedging Relationship [Axis]
Hedging Relationship [Domain]
Hedging Relationship [Domain]
Net Investment Hedging
Net Investment Hedging [Member]
Cash Flow Hedging
Cash Flow Hedging [Member]
Fair Value Hedging
Fair Value Hedging [Member]
Derivative Instrument [Axis]
Derivative Instrument [Axis]
Derivative Contract [Domain]
Derivative Contract [Domain]
Interest Rate Swap
Interest Rate Swap [Member]
Hedging Designation [Axis]
Hedging Designation [Axis]
Hedging Designation [Domain]
Hedging Designation [Domain]
Designated as Hedging Instrument
Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Interest Paid
Interest Paid
Debt, face amount
Debt Instrument, Face Amount
Senior Notes
Senior Notes
Debt Interest Rate
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Stated Percentage
Maximum borrowing capacity
Line of Credit Facility, Maximum Borrowing Capacity
Notional amount of foreign currency derivatives
Derivative, Notional Amount
Number Of Loan Agreements Entered
Number Of Loan Agreements Entered
Number Of Loan Agreements Entered
Line of credit
Line of Credit Facility, Fair Value of Amount Outstanding
Long-term line of credit
Long-term Line of Credit
Variable rate
Debt Instrument, Basis Spread on Variable Rate
Derivative, fixed interest rate
Derivative, Fixed Interest Rate
Remaining borrowing capacity
Line of Credit Facility, Remaining Borrowing Capacity
Deferred gain on hedge termination
Deferred Gain On Hedge Termination
Deferred Gain On Hedge Termination
unamortized portion of deferred hedge gain
Unamortized Deferred Gain On Hedge Termination
Unamortized Deferred Gain On Hedge Termination
Amortization of deferred hedge gains
Amortization of Deferred Hedge Gains
Proceeds from issuance of debt
Proceeds from Issuance of Debt
Redemption percentage
Debt Instrument, Redemption Price, Percentage
Debt repurchased
Debt Conversion and Repurchase, Converted Instrument, Amount
The value of the financial instrument(s) that the original debt is being converted into in a noncash (or part noncash) transaction and being repurchased. "Part noncash" refers to that portion of the transaction not resulting in cash receipts or cash payments in the period.
Convertible notes converted (less than)
Debt Conversion, Converted Instrument, Amount
Conversion of 1 1/4% convertible senior subordinated notes, shares issued (in shares)
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, Conversion of Convertible Securities
Excess conversion value of the notes
Debt Instrument, Convertible, Converted Value in Excess of Principal
Debt instrument, convertible, converted value in excess of principal.
Repayments of convertible debt
Repayments of Convertible Debt
Interest expense on debt
Interest Expense, Debt
Outstanding letters of credit
Letters of Credit Outstanding, Amount
Schedule of Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share [Table]
Schedule of Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share [Table]
Share Activity
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Outstanding [Roll Forward]
Shares awarded but not earned at January 1 (in shares)
Shares awarded (in shares)
Shares forfeited or unearned (in shares)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Forfeited in Period
Shares earned (in shares)
Shares awarded but not earned at December 31 (in shares)
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Table]
AOCI Attributable To Parent
Defined Benefit Pension Plans
Net gain on derivatives
Foreign currency translation adjustments
AOCI Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
AOCI Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest [Member]
Defined benefit pension plans
Accumulated Defined Benefit Plans Adjustment Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest [Member]
Net gain on derivatives
Accumulated Net Gain (Loss) from Cash Flow Hedges Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest [Member]
Foreign currency translation adjustments
Accumulated Foreign Currency Adjustment Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest [Member]
Other comprehensive income (loss), before tax
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), before Tax
Other comprehensive income (loss), income taxes
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Tax
Fair Value of Financial Instruments
Fair Value Disclosures [Text Block]
Equity Award [Domain]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Weighted average grant date fair value (in dollars per share)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Nonvested, Number of Shares [Roll Forward]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Nonvested, Number of Shares [Roll Forward]
Shares forfeited (in shares)
Derivative Instruments and Hedges, Assets [Abstract]
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosure [Text Block]
Reconciliation of Operating Profit (Loss) from Segments to Consolidated [Table]
Reconciliation of Operating Profit (Loss) from Segments to Consolidated [Table]
Consolidation Items [Axis]
Consolidation Items [Axis]
Consolidation Items [Domain]
Consolidation Items [Domain]
Operating Segments
Operating Segments [Member]
Segment Reconciling Items
Segment Reconciling Items [Member]
Segment Reporting, Reconciling Item for Operating Profit (Loss) from Segment to Consolidated [Line Items]
Segment Reporting, Reconciling Item for Operating Profit (Loss) from Segment to Consolidated [Line Items]
Income from operations
Operating Income (Loss)
Corporate expenses
General and Administrative Expense
Stock compensation (expense) credit
Allocated Share-based Compensation Expense, Net of Tax
Restructuring and other infrequent expenses
Restructuring, Settlement and Impairment Provisions
Amortization of intangibles
Amortization of Intangible Assets
Cash and cash equivalents
Cash and Cash Equivalents, at Carrying Value
Deferred tax assets, other current and noncurrent assets
Deferred tax assets, other current and noncurrent assets
Deferred tax assets, other current and noncurrent assets.
Intangible assets, net
Intangible Assets, Net (Excluding Goodwill)
Total assets
Assets
Weighted average discount rate
Defined Benefit Plan, Assumptions Used Calculating Net Periodic Benefit Cost, Discount Rate
Weighted average expected long-term rate of return on plan assets
Defined Benefit Plan, Assumptions Used Calculating Net Periodic Benefit Cost, Expected Long-term Return on Assets
Rate of increase in future compensation
Defined Benefit Plan, Assumptions Used Calculating Net Periodic Benefit Cost, Rate of Compensation Increase
Fair Values Derivatives, Balance Sheet Location, by Derivative Contract Type [Table]
Fair Values Derivatives, Balance Sheet Location, by Derivative Contract Type [Table]
Income Statement Location [Axis]
Income Statement Location [Axis]
Income Statement Location [Domain]
Income Statement Location [Domain]
Other Nonoperating Income (Expense)
Other Nonoperating Income (Expense) [Member]
Cost of Goods, Total
Cost of Goods, Total [Member]
Interest Expense
Interest Expense [Member]
Not Designated as Hedging Instrument
Not Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member]
Foreign Exchange Contract
Foreign Exchange Contract [Member]
Interest Rate Contract
Interest Rate Contract [Member]
Derivatives, Fair Value, by Balance Sheet Location [Axis]
Balance Sheet Location [Axis]
Balance Sheet Location [Domain]
Balance Sheet Location [Domain]
Other current assets
Other Current Assets [Member]
Other current liabilities
Other Current Liabilities [Member]
Other noncurrent assets
Other Noncurrent Assets [Member]
Other noncurrent liabilities
Other Noncurrent Liabilities [Member]
Gain (Loss) Recognized in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) Recognized in Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Effective Portion, Net
Gain (Loss) Reclassified from Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss into Income
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Reclassification Adjustment from AOCI on Derivatives, Net of Tax
Derivative Instruments Not Designated as Hedging Instruments, Gain (Loss), Net
Derivative Instruments Not Designated as Hedging Instruments, Gain (Loss), Net
Derivative, Notional Amount
Gain (Loss) on Derivative Used in Net Investment Hedge, Net of Tax
Gain (Loss) on Derivative Used in Net Investment Hedge, Net of Tax
Term Loan, Floating Rate Due October 19, 2019 0.75%
Term Loan, Floating Rate Due October 19, 2019 0.75% [Member]
Term Loan, Floating Rate Due October 19, 2019 0.75% [Member]
Term Loan, Fixed Rate Due October 19, 2019 0.75%
Term Loan, Fixed Rate Due October 19, 2019 0.75% [Member]
Term Loan, Fixed Rate Due October 19, 2019 0.75% [Member]
Term Loan, Floating Rate Due October 19, 2021 1.00%
Term Loan, Floating Rate Due October 19, 2021 1.00% [Member]
Term Loan, Floating Rate Due October 19, 2021 1.00% [Member]
Term Loan, Fixed Rate Due October 19, 2021 1.00%
Term Loan, Fixed Rate Due October 19, 2021 1.00% [Member]
Term Loan, Fixed Rate Due October 19, 2021 1.00% [Member]
Term Loan, Floating Rate Due October 19, 2023 1.25%
Term Loan, Floating Rate Due October 19, 2023 1.25% [Member]
Term Loan, Floating Rate Due October 19, 2023 1.25% [Member]
Term Loan, Fixed Rate Due October 29, 2023 1.33%
Term Loan, Fixed Rate Due October 29, 2023 1.33% [Member]
Term Loan, Fixed Rate Due October 29, 2023 1.33% [Member]
Term Loan, Fixed Rate Due October 29, 2026 1.98%
Term Loan, Fixed Rate Due October 29, 2026 1.98% [Member]
Term Loan, Fixed Rate Due October 29, 2026 1.98% [Member]
Schedule of assets and liabilities measured at fair value
Schedule of Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Goodwill [Table]
Schedule of Goodwill [Table]
North America
North America [Member]
South America
South America [Member]
Europe/Africa/ Middle East
EMEA [Member]
Asia/Pacific
Asia Pacific [Member]
Indefinite-lived Intangible Assets [Axis]
Indefinite-lived Intangible Assets, Major Class Name [Domain]
Trademarks and Trade Names
Trademarks and Trade Names [Member]
Massey Ferguson
Massey Ferguson [Member]
Massey Ferguson [Member]
Valtra Brand
Valtra Brand [Member]
Valtra Brand [Member]
Patents and Technology
Technology and Patents [Member]
Technology and Patents [Member]
Land Use Rights
Use Rights [Member]
Goodwill [Line Items]
Goodwill [Line Items]
Accumulated goodwill impairment loss
Goodwill, Impaired, Accumulated Impairment Loss
Goodwill [Roll Forward]
Goodwill beginning of period
Goodwill acquired
Goodwill, Acquired During Period
Goodwill, foreign currency translation
Goodwill, Foreign Currency Translation Gain (Loss)
Goodwill end of period
Intangible assets useful life
Finite-Lived Intangible Asset, Useful Life
Amortization of intangibles
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Net, Amortization Expense, Fiscal Year Maturity [Abstract]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Net, Amortization Expense, Fiscal Year Maturity [Abstract]
2017
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Amortization Expense, Next Twelve Months
2018
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Amortization Expense, Year Two
2019
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Amortization Expense, Year Three
2020
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Amortization Expense, Year Four
2021
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Amortization Expense, Year Five
Number of countries where products sold (over)
Number Of Countries Where Products Sold
Number of countries where products sold.
Finite-lived Intangible Assets [Roll Forward]
Finite-lived Intangible Assets [Roll Forward]
Finite-lived intangible assets, beginning of period
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Gross
Finite-lived intangible assets, accumulated amortization, beginning of period
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Accumulated Amortization
Finite-lived intangible assets, Intangible assets acquired
Finite lived intangible assets, foreign currency translation
Finite Lived Intangible Assets, Foreign Currency Translation Gain (Loss)
Finite-lived intangible assets, end of period
Finite lived intangible assets, accumulated amortization, foreign currency translation
Finite Lived Intangible Assets, Accumulated Amortization, Foreign Currency Translation
Finite Lived Intangible Assets, Accumulated Amortization, Foreign Currency Translation
Finite-lived intangible assets, accumulated amortization, end of period
Indefinite-lived Intangible Assets [Roll Forward]
Indefinite-lived Intangible Assets [Roll Forward]
Indefinite-lived intangible assets, beginning of period
Indefinite-Lived Intangible Assets (Excluding Goodwill)
Indefinite-lived intangible assets, foreign currency translation
Indefinite-lived Intangible Assets, Foreign Currency Translation Gain (Loss)
Indefinite-lived intangible assets, end of period
Employee Benefit Plans
Pension and Other Postretirement Benefits Disclosure [Text Block]
Investments in and Advances to Affiliates
Investments in and Advances to Affiliates [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Equity Method Investments
Equity Method Investments [Table Text Block]
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Table]
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Table]
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Line Items]
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Line Items]
Schedule of Derivative Instruments [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Derivative Instruments [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Other Derivatives Not Designated as Hedging Instruments, Statements of Financial Performance and Financial Position, Location [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Other Derivatives Not Designated as Hedging Instruments, Statements of Financial Performance and Financial Position, Location [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Derivative Instruments, Effect on Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Derivative Instruments, Effect on Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Table Text Block]
Summary Of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss Related To Derivatives
Schedule of Cash Flow Hedges Included in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Table Text Block]
Fair Value Of Derivative Instruments
Schedule of Derivative Instruments in Statement of Financial Position, Fair Value [Table Text Block]
Income Statement [Abstract]
Cost of goods sold
Cost of Goods Sold
Gross profit
Gross Profit
Selling, general and administrative expenses
Selling, General and Administrative Expense
Engineering expenses
Research and Development Expense
Restructuring expenses
Restructuring Charges
Interest expense, net
Interest Income (Expense), Net
Other expense, net
Other Nonoperating Income (Expense)
Income before income taxes and equity in net earnings of affiliates
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations before Equity Method Investments, Income Taxes, Noncontrolling Interest
Income tax provision
Income before equity in net earnings of affiliates
Income (Loss) before Equity in Net Earnings of Affiliates
Income (loss) before the consideration of after-tax income (loss) from affiliates.
Net income
Net Income (Loss), Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Net (income) loss attributable to noncontrolling interests
Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Net income attributable to AGCO Corporation and subsidiaries
Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Parent
Net income per common share attributable to AGCO Corporation and subsidiaries:
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]
Basic (in dollars per share)
Earnings Per Share, Basic
Diluted (in dollars per share)
Earnings Per Share, Diluted
Cash dividends declared and paid per common share (in dollars per share)
Common Stock, Dividends, Per Share, Cash Paid
Weighted average number of common and common equivalent shares outstanding:
Weighted Average Number of Shares Outstanding, Diluted [Abstract]
Basic (in shares)
Weighted Average Number of Shares Outstanding, Basic
Diluted (in shares)
Weighted Average Number of Shares Outstanding, Diluted
Acquisitions
Business Combination Disclosure [Text Block]
Subsequent Events [Abstract]
Subsequent Event
Subsequent Events [Text Block]
Schedule of Defined Benefit Plans Disclosures [Table]
Schedule of Defined Benefit Plans Disclosures [Table]
GIMA
GIMA [Member]
GIMA [Member]
Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans [Member]
Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans [Member]
Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans [Member]
U.K. Pension Plans, Defined Benefit
U.K. Pension Plans, Defined Benefit [Member]
U.K. Pension Plans, Defined Benefit [Member]
ENPP
ENPP [Member]
Executive Nonqualified Pension Plan [Member]
Brazilian Postretirement Benefit Obligation, Defined Benefit
Brazilian Postretirement Benefit Obligation, Defined Benefit [Member]
Brazilian Postretirement Benefit Obligation, Defined Benefit [Member]
U.S Based Postretirement Health Care and Life Insurance Benefit Plans
U.S Based Postretirement Health Care and Life Insurance Benefit Plans [Member]
U.S Based Postretirement Health Care And Life Insurance Benefit Plans [Member]
Legal Entity [Axis]
Legal Entity [Axis]
Entity [Domain]
Entity [Domain]
Corporate Joint Venture
Corporate Joint Venture [Member]
Fixed Income Investments
Fixed Income Investments [Member]
Minimum age for vesting
Defined Benefit Plan, Vesting Age, Minimum
Defined Benefit Plan, Vesting Age, Minimum
Minimum participation period to qualify for payment
Defined Benefit Plan, Minimum Service Period For Qualification
Defined Benefit Plan, Minimum Service Period For Qualification
Minimum service period to vest
Defined Benefit Plan, Minimum Service Period For Vesting
Defined Benefit Plan, Minimum Service Period For Vesting
Minimum age to receive benefits
Defined Benefit Plan, Minimum Age to Receive Benefits
Defined Benefit Plan, Minimum Age to Receive Benefits
Period over which retirement benefits are paid
Defined Benefit Plan, Retirement Income, Maximum Period Over Which Benefits are Paid
Defined Benefit Plan, Retirement Income, Maximum Period Over Which Benefits are Paid
Period considered when determining retirement benefits
Defined Benefit Plan, Retirement Income, Period Over Which Average Salary is Calculated
Defined Benefit Plan, Retirement Income, Period Over Which Average Salary is Calculated
Minimum service period
Defined Benefit Plan, Maximum Service Period For Qualification
Defined Benefit Plan, Maximum Service Period For Qualification
Final years of service
Defined Benefit Plan, Final Years of Service Period For Qualification
Defined Benefit Plan, Final Years of Service Period For Qualification
Unrecognized net actuarial losses
Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net Gains (Losses), before Tax
Net prior service (credit) cost
Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net Prior Service Cost (Credit), before Tax
Net actuarial (gain) loss that will be amortized from accumulated other comprehensive loss
Defined Benefit Plan, Future Amortization of Gain (Loss)
Net prior service (credit) cost that will be amortized from accumulated other comprehensive loss
Defined Benefit Plan, Future Amortization of Prior Service Cost (Credit)
Aggregate projected benefit obligation
Defined Benefit Plan, Pension Plans with Accumulated Benefit Obligations in Excess of Plan Assets, Aggregate Projected Benefit Obligation
Accumulated benefit obligation
Defined Benefit Plan, Pension Plans with Accumulated Benefit Obligations in Excess of Plan Assets, Aggregate Accumulated Benefit Obligation
Fair value of plan assets
Defined Benefit Plan, Pension Plans with Accumulated Benefit Obligations in Excess of Plan Assets, Aggregate Fair Value of Plan Assets
Reduction in equity
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Net of Tax
Tax effect of benefit plans
Other Comprehensive (Income) Loss, Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Tax
Percentage of joint venture's unrecognized net actuarial losses and unrecognized prior service cost
Net loss recognized due to settlement
Defined Benefit Plan, Recognized Net Gain (Loss) Due to Settlements
Weighted average discount rate
Defined Benefit Plan, Assumptions Used Calculating Benefit Obligation, Discount Rate
Health care cost trend rate assumed
Defined Benefit Plan, Health Care Cost Trend Rate Assumed for Next Fiscal Year
Ultimate health care cost trend rate
Defined Benefit Plan, Ultimate Health Care Cost Trend Rate
Expected minimum contribution
Defined Benefit Plans, Estimated Future Employer Contributions in Next Fiscal Year
Benefit payments in 2017 (less than)
Benefit payments made to defined benefit pension plans and ENPP
Defined Benefit Plan, Benefits and Settlements Paid
Defined Benefit Plan, Benefits and Settlements Paid
Benefit payments made
Defined Benefit Plan, Benefits Paid
Defined benefit plan, target allocation percentage of assets, near-term benefit payments
Defined Benefit Plan, Target Allocation Percentage of Assets, Near-term Benefit Payments
Defined Benefit Plan, Target Allocation Percentage of Assets, Near-term Benefit Payments
Defined benefit plan, target allocation percentage of assets, long-term growth
Defined Benefit Plan, Target Allocation Percentage of Assets, Long-term Growth
Defined Benefit Plan, Target Allocation Percentage of Assets, Long-term Growth
Defined benefit plan, target plan asset allocations
Defined Benefit Plan, Target Plan Asset Allocations
Defined benefit plan, assumptions used in investment strategy, expected return next fiscal year
Defined Benefit Plan, Assumptions Used in Investment Strategy, Expected Return Next Fiscal Year
Defined Benefit Plan, Assumptions Used in Investment Strategy, Expected Return Next Fiscal Year
Defined benefit plan, historical average return on asset mix
Defined Benefit Plan, Historical Average Return on Asset Mix
Defined Benefit Plan, Historical Average Return on Asset Mix
Company contributions
Defined Contribution Plan, Employer Discretionary Contribution Amount
Schedule of Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Allocation of Recognized Period Costs [Table]
Schedule of Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Allocation of Recognized Period Costs [Table]
Income Statement Location [Domain]
Cost of goods sold
Cost of Sales [Member]
Selling, general and administrative expenses
Selling, General and Administrative Expenses [Member]
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Allocation of Recognized Period Costs [Line Items]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Compensation Cost [Line Items]
Subsequent Event [Table]
Subsequent Event [Table]
Kepler Weber S.A.
Kepler Weber S.A. [Member]
Kepler Weber S.A. [Member]
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Number of shareholders
Number of shareholders
Number of shareholders
Percentage of shares acquired
Business Combination, Percentage Of Shares Outstanding Acquired
Business Combination, Percentage Of Shares Outstanding Acquired
Minimum percentage of shares to be acquired
Business Acquisition, Minimum Percentage Of Shares To Be Acquired
Business Acquisition, Minimum Percentage Of Shares To Be Acquired
Business Combination, expected price per share
Business Combination, Expected Price Per Share
Business Combination, Expected Price Per Share
Business Combination, expected consideration to be paid
Business Combination, expected consideration to be paid
Business Combination, expected consideration to be paid
Schedule of Earnings Per Share, Diluted, by Common Class, Including Two Class Method [Table]
Schedule of Earnings Per Share, Diluted, by Common Class, Including Two Class Method [Table]
Earnings Per Share, Diluted, by Common Class, Including Two Class Method [Line Items]
Earnings Per Share, Diluted, by Common Class, Including Two Class Method [Line Items]
Earnings Per Share, Basic [Abstract]
Earnings Per Share, Basic [Abstract]
Net income attributable to AGCO Corporation and subsidiaries
Weighted average number of common shares outstanding (in shares)
Basic net income per share attributable to AGCO Corporation and subsidiaries (in dollars per share)
Diluted net income per share:
Earnings Per Share, Diluted [Abstract]
Dilutive SSARs, performance share awards and restricted stock units (in shares)
Incremental Common Shares Attributable to Dilutive Effect of Share-based Payment Arrangements
Weighted average assumed conversion of contingently convertible senior subordinated notes (in shares)
Incremental Common Shares Attributable to Dilutive Effect of Conversion of Debt Securities
Weighted average number of common shares and common share equivalents outstanding for purposes of computing diluted net income per share (in shares)
Diluted net income per share attributable to AGCO Corporation and subsidiaries (in shares)
Antidilutive securities excluded from computation of earnings per share (in shares)
Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share, Amount
Schedule of Accounts, Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable [Table]
Schedule of Accounts, Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable [Table]
Valuation Allowances and Reserves Type [Axis]
Valuation Allowances and Reserves Type [Axis]
Valuation Allowances and Reserves [Domain]
Valuation Allowances and Reserves [Domain]
Sales incentive discounts
Allowance for Promotions [Member]
Doubtful accounts
Allowance for Doubtful Accounts [Member]
Balance Sheet Location [Axis]
Accrued Expense
Accrued Liabilities [Member]
Accounts Receivable
Accounts Receivable [Member]
Accounts, Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable [Line Items]
Accounts, Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable [Line Items]
0 to 6 months
Net Sales with Maximum Interest-Free Periods Ranging from Zero to Six Months
Net Sales with Maximum Interest-Free Periods Ranging from Zero to Six Months
0 to 6 months, percent
Percentage of net sales with maximum interest-free periods ranging from zero to six months
Percentage of net sales with maximum interest-free periods ranging from zero to six months
7 to 12 months
Net Sales with Maximum Interest-Free Periods Ranging from Seven to Twelve Months
Net Sales with Maximum Interest-Free Periods Ranging from Seven to Twelve Months
7 to 12 months, percent
Percentage of net sales with maximum interest-free periods ranging from seven to twelve months
Percentage of net sales with maximum interest-free periods ranging from seven to twelve months
13 to 24 months
Net Sales with Maximum Interest-Free Periods Ranging from Thirteen to Twenty-Four Months
Net Sales with Maximum Interest-Free Periods Ranging from Thirteen to Twenty-Four Months
13 to 24 months, percent
Percentage of net sales with maximum interest-free periods ranging from thirteen to twenty-four months
Percentage of net sales with maximum interest-free periods ranging from thirteen to twenty-four months
Net sales
Net sales, percent
Percent of Net Sales with Maximum Interest-free Periods
Percent of Net Sales with Maximum Interest-free Periods
Valuation allowances and reserves
Valuation Allowances and Reserves, Balance
Accounts Receivable Outstanding as a Percent of Net Sales
Net Sales with Maximum Interest-Free Periods Ranging from Zero to Twenty-Four Months [Table Text Block]
Net Sales with Maximum Interest-Free Periods Ranging from Zero to Twenty-Four Months [Table Text Block]
Trade Allowances and Sales Incentive Discounts
Trade Allowances and Sales Incentive Discounts [Table Text Block]
Trade Allowances and Sales Incentive Discounts [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Inventory, Current
Schedule of Inventory, Current [Table Text Block]
Property, Plant and Equipment
Property, Plant and Equipment [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Goodwill
Schedule of Goodwill [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets by Major Class
Schedule of Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets by Major Class [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Indefinite-lived Intangible Assets by Major Class
Schedule of Indefinite-Lived Intangible Assets [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Accrued Liabilities
Schedule of Accrued Liabilities [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Product Warranty Liability
Schedule of Product Warranty Liability [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Allocation of Recognized Period Costs
Schedule of Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Allocation of Recognized Period Costs [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Components of Interest Expense, Net
Schedule of Components of Interest Expense, Net [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Components of Interest Expense, Net [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Earnings Per Share, Basic and Diluted
Schedule of Earnings Per Share, Basic and Diluted [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Comprehensive Income (Loss)
Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Table Text Block]
Segment Reporting
Segment Reporting Disclosure [Text Block]
Revenue from External Customers by Products and Services [Table]
Revenue from External Customers by Products and Services [Table]
Products and Services [Axis]
Products and Services [Axis]
Products and Services [Domain]
Products and Services [Domain]
Tractors
Tractors [Member]
Tractors [Member]
Replacement parts
Replacement Part Sales [Member]
Replacement Part Sales [Member]
Combines
Combines [Member]
Combines [Member]
Application Equipment
Application Equipment Product Line [Member]
Application Equipment Product Line [Member]
Grain storage and protein production systems
Other Machinery Product Line [Member]
Other Machinery Product Line [Member]
Other machinery
Grain Storage and Protein Production Systems [Member]
Grain Storage and Protein Production Systems [Member]
Revenue from External Customer [Line Items]
Revenue from External Customer [Line Items]
Net sales
Accounting Policies [Table]
Accounting Policies [Table]
Accounting Policies [Table]
Accounting Policies [Line Items]
Accounting Policies [Line Items]
Accounting Policies [Line Items]
Advertising expense
Advertising Expense
Shipping and handling fees
Shipping, Handling and Transportation Costs
Interest Income (Expense), Net [Abstract]
Interest expense
Interest Expense
Interest income
Interest Income, Operating
Interest expense, net
Operations and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
Significant Accounting Policies [Text Block]
Statement of Comprehensive Income [Abstract]
Net income
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of reclassification adjustments:
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax [Abstract]
Defined benefit pension plans, net of taxes:
Other Comprehensive (Income) Loss, Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Adjustment, Net of Tax [Abstract]
Prior service cost arising during the year
Other Comprehensive (Income) Loss, Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Net Prior Service Cost (Credit) Arising During Period, Net of Tax
Net loss recognized due to settlement
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Net Gain (Loss) due to settlement, net of tax
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Net Gain (Loss) due to settlement, net of tax
Net gain recognized due to curtailment
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Net Gain (Loss) due to curtailment, net of tax
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Net Gain (Loss) due to curtailment, net of tax
Net actuarial (loss) gain arising during the year
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Net Unamortized Gain (Loss) Arising During Period, Net of Tax
Amortization of prior service cost included in net periodic pension cost
Other Comprehensive (Income) Loss, Amortization Adjustment from AOCI, Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, for Net Prior Service Cost (Credit), Net of Tax
Amortization of net actuarial losses included in net periodic pension cost
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Reclassification Adjustment from AOCI, Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, for Net Gain (Loss), Net of Tax
Derivative adjustments:
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Derivatives Qualifying as Hedges, Net of Tax [Abstract]
Net changes in fair value of derivatives
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Unrealized Gain (Loss) on Derivatives Arising During Period, Net of Tax
Net losses reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss into income
Foreign currency translation adjustments
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Foreign Currency Transaction and Translation Adjustment, Net of Tax
Comprehensive income (loss)
Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax, Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Comprehensive (income) loss attributable to noncontrolling interests
Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax, Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Comprehensive income (loss) attributable to AGCO Corporation and subsidiaries
Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax, Attributable to Parent
Aggregate scheduled maturities of long-term debt, excluding current maturities
Maturities of Long-term Debt [Abstract]
2018
Long-term Debt, Maturities, Repayments of Principal in Year Two
2019
Long-term Debt, Maturities, Repayments of Principal in Year Three
2020
Long-term Debt, Maturities, Repayments of Principal in Year Four
2021
Long-term Debt, Maturities, Repayments of Principal in Year Five
Thereafter
Long-term Debt, Maturities, Repayments of Principal after Year Five
Total indebtedness, less current portion
Long-term Debt, Excluding Current Maturities
Indebtedness
Long-term Debt [Text Block]
Accounts Receivable Sales Agreements [Abstract]
Accounts Receivable Sales Agreements.
Schedule of Resale Agreement Counterparty [Table]
Schedule of Resale Agreement Counterparty [Table]
Other Expense
Other Expense [Member]
United States, Canada, Europe, and Brazil
United States, Canada, Europe, and Brazil [Member]
United States, Canada, Europe, and Brazil [Member]
Resale Agreement Counterparty [Line Items]
Resale Agreement Counterparty [Line Items]
Cash received from receivables sold
Proceeds from Sale and Collection of Receivables
Loss on sales of receivables
Gain (Loss) on Sale of Accounts Receivable
Outstanding funding received from receivable securitization
Outstanding Accounts Receivables of Receivables Sold to Retail Finance Joint Ventures Who Provide Financing to Company Dealers
Outstanding accounts receivables of accounts receivables sold to the Company’s retail finance joint ventures who provide wholesale financing to the Company’s dealers.
Schedule of Property, Plant and Equipment [Table]
Property, Plant and Equipment [Table]
Property, Plant and Equipment by Type [Axis]
Property, Plant and Equipment, Type [Axis]
Property, Plant and Equipment, Type [Domain]
Property, Plant and Equipment, Type [Domain]
Land
Land [Member]
Buildings and Improvements
Building and Building Improvements [Member]
Machinery and Equipment
Machinery and Equipment [Member]
Furniture and Fixtures
Furniture and Fixtures [Member]
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Estimated useful life
Property, Plant and Equipment, Useful Life
Property, Plant and Equipment [Abstract]
Gross property, plant and equipment
Property, Plant and Equipment, Gross
Accumulated depreciation and amortization
Accumulated Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization, Property, Plant, and Equipment
Property, plant and equipment, net
Property, Plant and Equipment, Net
Change in benefit obligation
Defined Benefit Plan, Change in Benefit Obligation [Roll Forward]
Benefit obligation, beginning of period
Defined Benefit Plan, Benefit Obligation
Service cost
Defined Benefit Plan, Service Cost
Interest cost
Defined Benefit Plan, Interest Cost
Plan participants’ contributions
Defined Benefit Plan, Contributions by Plan Participants
Actuarial losses (gains)
Defined Benefit Plan, Actuarial Gain (Loss)
Amendments
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Amendments
Settlements
Defined Benefit Plan, Settlements, Benefit Obligation
Curtailments
Defined Benefit Plan, Curtailments
Benefits paid
Special termination benefits and other
Defined Benefit Plan, Special Termination Benefits and Other
Defined Benefit Plan, Special Termination Benefits and Other
Foreign currency exchange rate changes
Defined Benefit Plan, Foreign Currency Exchange Rate Gain (Loss)
Benefit obligation, end of period
Change in plan assets
Actual return on plan assets
Defined Benefit Plan, Actual Return on Plan Assets
Employer contributions
Defined Benefit Plan, Contributions by Employer
Settlements
Defined Benefit Plan, Settlements, Plan Assets
Funded status
Defined Benefit Plan, Funded Status of Plan
Unrecognized prior service cost
Accumulated other comprehensive loss
Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), before Tax
Net amount recognized
Defined Benefit Plan, Amounts Recognized in Balance Sheet
Amounts recognized in Consolidated Balance Sheets:
Defined Benefit Plan, Amounts Recognized in Balance Sheet [Abstract]
Other long-term asset
Defined Benefit Plan, Assets for Plan Benefits, Noncurrent
Other current liabilities
Pension and Other Postretirement Defined Benefit Plans, Current Liabilities
Accrued expenses
Pension and Other Postretirement Defined Benefit Plans, Accrued Expenses
Pension and Other Postretirement Defined Benefit Plans, Accrued Expenses
Pensions and postretirement health care benefits (noncurrent)
Pension and Other Postretirement Defined Benefit Plans, Liabilities, Noncurrent
Effect on service and interest cost, One percentage point increase
Defined Benefit Plan, Effect of One Percentage Point Increase on Service and Interest Cost Components
Effect on service and interest cost, One percentage point decrease
Defined Benefit Plan, Effect of One Percentage Point Decrease on Service and Interest Cost Components
Effect on accumulated benefit obligation, One percentage point increase
Defined Benefit Plan, Effect of One Percentage Point Increase on Accumulated Postretirement Benefit Obligation
Effect on accumulated benefit obligation, One percentage point decrease
Defined Benefit Plan, Effect of One Percentage Point Decrease on Accumulated Postretirement Benefit Obligation
Service cost
Interest cost
Expected return on plan assets
Defined Benefit Plan, Expected Return on Plan Assets
Amortization of net actuarial losses
Defined Benefit Plan, Amortization of Gains (Losses)
Amortization of prior service cost
Defined Benefit Plan, Amortization of Prior Service Cost (Credit)
Other
Defined Benefit Plan, Other Costs
Net gain recognized due to curtailment
Defined Benefit Plan, Recognized Net Gain (Loss) Due to Curtailments
Special termination benefits
Defined Benefit Plan, Special Termination Benefits
Net annual pension cost
Defined Benefit Plan, Net Periodic Benefit Cost
Statement of Financial Position [Abstract]
ASSETS
Assets [Abstract]
Current Assets:
Assets, Current [Abstract]
Accounts and notes receivable, net
Accounts, Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable, Net, Current
Inventories, net
Other current assets
Other Assets, Current
Total current assets
Assets, Current
Property, plant and equipment, net
Deferred tax assets
Deferred Tax Assets, Net of Valuation Allowance, Noncurrent
Other assets
Other Assets, Noncurrent
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY
Liabilities and Equity [Abstract]
Current Liabilities:
Liabilities, Current [Abstract]
Current portion of long-term debt
Long-term Debt, Current Maturities
Senior term loan
Senior Notes, Current
Accounts payable
Accounts Payable, Current
Accrued expenses
Accrued Liabilities, Current
Other current liabilities
Other Liabilities, Current
Total current liabilities
Liabilities, Current
Long-term debt, less current portion and debt issuance costs
Pensions and postretirement health care benefits
Deferred tax liabilities
Deferred Tax Liabilities, Net, Noncurrent
Other noncurrent liabilities
Other Liabilities, Noncurrent
Total liabilities
Liabilities
Commitments and contingencies (Note 12)
Commitments and Contingencies
Stockholders’ Equity:
Stockholders' Equity, Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest [Abstract]
AGCO Corporation stockholders’ equity:
Stockholders' Equity Attributable to Parent [Abstract]
Preferred stock; $0.01 par value, 1,000,000 shares authorized, no shares issued or outstanding in 2016 and 2015
Preferred Stock, Value, Issued
Common stock; $0.01 par value, 150,000,000 shares authorized, 79,465,393 and 83,814,809 shares issued and outstanding at December 31, 2016 and 2015, respectively
Common Stock, Value, Issued
Additional paid-in capital
Additional Paid in Capital, Common Stock
Retained earnings
Retained Earnings (Accumulated Deficit)
Accumulated other comprehensive loss
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax
Total AGCO Corporation stockholders’ equity
Stockholders' Equity Attributable to Parent
Noncontrolling interests
Stockholders' Equity Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Total stockholders’ equity
Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity
Liabilities and Equity
Schedule of Segment Reporting Information, by Segment [Table]
Schedule of Segment Reporting Information, by Segment [Table]
Segments [Axis]
Segments [Axis]
Segments [Domain]
Segments [Domain]
Number of reportable segments
Number of Reportable Segments
Income (loss) from operations
Depreciation
Depreciation
Assets
Capital expenditures
Payments to Acquire Property, Plant, and Equipment
Schedule of Share-based compensation arrangements by share-based payment award, performance shares earned and issued [Table]
Schedule of Share-based compensation arrangements by share-based payment award, performance shares earned and issued [Table]
Schedule of Share-based compensation arrangements by share-based payment award, performance shares earned and issued [Table]
Schedule of Share-based compensation arrangements by share-based payment award, performance shares earned and issued [Line Items]
Schedule of Share-based compensation arrangements by share-based payment award, performance shares earned and issued [Line Items]
[Line Items] for Schedule of Share-based compensation arrangements by share-based payment award, performance shares earned and issued [Table]
Senior term loans due 2021
Senior Notes Due 2021 [Member]
Senior Notes Due 2021 [Member]
Senior term loans due between 2019 and 2026
Term Loans Due 2026 [Member]
Term Loans Due 2026 [Member]
Other long-term debt
Other Long-term Debt
Debt issuance costs
Debt Issuance Costs, Noncurrent, Net
Total indebtedness
Long-term Debt
Less: Current portion of long-term debt
Document and Entity Information [Abstract]
Document and Entity Information [Abstract]
Entity Registrant Name
Entity Registrant Name
Entity Central Index Key
Entity Central Index Key
Current Fiscal Year End Date
Current Fiscal Year End Date
Entity Filer Category
Entity Filer Category
Document Type
Document Type
Document Period End Date
Document Period End Date
Document Fiscal Year Focus
Document Fiscal Year Focus
Document Fiscal Period Focus
Document Fiscal Period Focus
Amendment Flag
Amendment Flag
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding
Entity Well-known Seasoned Issuer
Entity Well-known Seasoned Issuer
Entity Voluntary Filers
Entity Voluntary Filers
Entity Current Reporting Status
Entity Current Reporting Status
Entity Public Float
Entity Public Float
Rate of increase in future compensation
Defined Benefit Plan, Assumptions Used Calculating Benefit Obligation, Rate of Compensation Increase
Expected life of awards (years)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Fair Value Assumptions, Expected Term
Risk-free interest rate
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Fair Value Assumptions, Risk Free Interest Rate
Expected volatility
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Fair Value Assumptions, Expected Volatility Rate
Expected dividend yield
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Fair Value Assumptions, Expected Dividend Rate
Gross unrecognized tax benefits:
Reconciliation of Unrecognized Tax Benefits, Excluding Amounts Pertaining to Examined Tax Returns [Roll Forward]
Gross unrecognized income tax benefits, beginning of period
Unrecognized Tax Benefits
Additions for tax positions of the current year
Unrecognized Tax Benefits, Increase Resulting from Current Period Tax Positions
Additions for tax positions of prior years
Unrecognized Tax Benefits, Increase Resulting from Prior Period Tax Positions
Reductions for tax positions of prior years for:
Unrecognized Tax Benefits, Reductions in Tax Positions [Abstract]
Unrecognized Tax Benefits, Reductions in Tax Positions [Abstract]
Changes in judgments
Unrecognized Tax Benefits, Decreases Resulting from Changes in Judgments
Unrecognized Tax Benefits, Decreases Resulting from Changes in Judgments
Settlements during the year
Unrecognized Tax Benefits, Decrease Resulting from Settlements with Taxing Authorities
Lapses of applicable statute of limitations
Unrecognized Tax Benefits, Reduction Resulting from Lapse of Applicable Statute of Limitations
Foreign currency translation
Unrecognized Tax Benefits, Decrease Resulting from Foreign Currency Translation
Gross unrecognized income tax benefits, end of period
Statement of Stockholders' Equity [Abstract]
Statement [Table]
Statement [Table]
Components of Indebtedness
Schedule of Debt [Table Text Block]
Maturities of Long-term Debt
Schedule of Maturities of Long-term Debt [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Debt Terms
Schedule of Long-term Debt Instruments [Table Text Block]
Stockholders' Equity
Stockholders' Equity Note Disclosure [Text Block]
Income Taxes
Income Tax Disclosure [Text Block]
Deferred Tax Assets:
Deferred Tax Assets, Net [Abstract]
Net operating loss carryforwards
Deferred Tax Assets, Operating Loss Carryforwards
Sales incentive discounts
Deferred Tax Assets, Sales Incentive Discounts
Amount before allocation of valuation allowances of deferred tax asset attributable to deductible temporary differences from sales incentive discounts.
Inventory valuation reserves
Deferred Tax Assets, Inventory
Pensions and postretirement health care benefits
Deferred Tax Assets, Tax Deferred Expense, Compensation and Benefits, Postretirement Benefits
Warranty and other reserves
Deferred Tax Assets, Tax Deferred Expense, Reserves and Accruals, Warranty Reserves
Research and development tax credits
Deferred Tax Assets, Research And Development
Amount before allocation of valuation allowances of deferred tax asset attributable to deductible temporary differences from research and development costs.
Foreign tax credits
Deferred Tax Assets, Tax Credit Carryforwards, Foreign
Other
Deferred Tax Assets, Other
Total gross deferred tax assets
Deferred Tax Assets, Gross
Valuation allowance
Deferred Tax Assets, Valuation Allowance
Total net deferred tax assets
Deferred Tax Assets, Net of Valuation Allowance
Deferred Tax Liabilities:
Deferred Tax Liabilities, Gross [Abstract]
Tax over book depreciation and amortization
Deferred Tax Liabilities, Depreciation and Amortization
Amount of deferred tax liability attributable to taxable temporary differences from property, plant, and equipment (depreciation) and intangible assets (amortization).
Investment in affiliates
Deferred Tax Liabilities, Investment in Noncontrolled Affiliates
Other
Deferred Tax Liabilities, Other
Total deferred tax liabilities
Deferred Tax Liabilities, Gross
Net deferred tax asset
Deferred Tax Assets, Net
Deferred tax liability
Deferred Tax Liabilities, Net
Amounts recognized in Consolidated Balance Sheets:
Balance Sheet Related Disclosures [Abstract]
Deferred tax assets - noncurrent
Deferred tax liabilities - noncurrent
Schedule of Restructuring Reserve by Type of Cost
Schedule of Restructuring Reserve by Type of Cost [Table Text Block]
SSARs outstanding, beginning of period (in shares)
SSARs granted (in shares)
SSARs exercised (in shares)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Non-Option Equity Instruments, Exercised
SSARs canceled or forfeited (in shares)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Non-Option Equity Instruments, Forfeitures and Expirations
SSARs outstanding, end of period (in shares)
SSAR price ranges per share, Granted (in dollars per share)
Share Based Compensation Shares Authorized Under Stock Settled Stock Appreciation Rights Exercise Price Range Grants In Period
Share based compensation shares authorized under stock settled stock appreciation rights exercise price range grants in period.
SSAR price ranges per share, Exercised (in dollars per share)
Share Based Compensation Shares Authorized Under Stock Settled Stock Appreciation Rights Exercise Price Range Exercised In Period
Share based compensation shares authorized under stock settled stock appreciation rights exercise price range exercised in period.
SSAR price ranges per share, Canceled (in dollars per share)
Share Based Compensation Shares Authorized Under Stock Settled Stock Appreciation Rights Exercise Price Range Forfeited Or Canceled In Period
Share based compensation shares authorized under stock settled stock appreciation rights exercise price range forfeited or canceled in period
Weighted average SSAR exercise prices per share, Granted (in dollars per share)
Share Based Compensation Shares Authorized Under Stock Settled Stock Appreciation Rights Plan Weighted Average Exercise Price Per Share Grants In Period
Share based compensation shares authorized under stock settled stock appreciation rights plan weighted average exercise price per share grants in period.
Weighted average SSAR exercise prices per share, Exercised (in dollars per share)
Share Based Compensation Shares Authorized Under Stock Settled Stock Appreciation Rights Plan Weighted Average Exercise Price Per Share Exercised In Period
Share based compensation shares authorized under stock settled stock appreciation rights plan weighted average exercise price range per share exercised in period.
Weighted average SSAR exercise prices per share, Canceled or forfeited (in dollars per share)
Share Based Compensation Shares Authorized Under Stock Settled Stock Appreciation Rights Plan Weighted Average Exercise Price Per Share Forfeited In Period
Share based compensation shares authorized under stock settled stock appreciation rights plan weighted average exercise price per share exercised in period.
Weighted average SSAR exercise prices per share Outstanding at December 31 (in dollars per share)
Share Based Compensation Shares Authorized Under Stock Settled Stock Appreciation Rights Plan Weighted Average Exercise Price Per Share Outstanding
Share based compensation shares authorized under stock settled stock appreciation rights plan weighted average exercise price range per share outstanding.
Valuation and Qualifying Accounts [Abstract]
Valuation and Qualifying Accounts Disclosure
Schedule of Valuation and Qualifying Accounts Disclosure [Text Block]
Valuation and Qualifying Accounts Disclosure [Table]
Valuation and Qualifying Accounts Disclosure [Table]
Accounts Receivable Allowances
Allowance for Trade Receivables [Member]
Allowances for Sales Incentive Discounts
Accruals of Severance, Relocation and Other Integration Costs
Business Restructuring Reserves [Member]
Deferred Tax Assets
Valuation Allowance of Deferred Tax Assets [Member]
Valuation and Qualifying Accounts Disclosure [Line Items]
Valuation and Qualifying Accounts Disclosure [Line Items]
Movement in Valuation Allowances and Reserves [Roll Forward]
Movement in Valuation Allowances and Reserves [Roll Forward]
Balance at Beginning of Period
Additions, Acquired Businesses
Valuation Allowances and Reserves, Reserves of Businesses Acquired
Additions, Charged (Credited) to Costs and Expenses
Valuation Allowances and Reserves, Charged (Credited) to Cost and Expense
Total of allowances and reserves, the valuation and qualifying accounts that are either netted against the cost of an asset (in order to value it at its carrying value) or that reflect a liability established to represent expected future costs, charged or (credited) to costs and expenses.
Additions, Reversal of Accrual
Valuation Allowances and Reserves, Additions for Adjustments
Deductions
Valuation Allowances and Reserves, Deductions
Foreign Currency Translation
Translation Adjustment Functional to Reporting Currency, Increase (Decrease), Gross of Tax
Balance at End of Period
Common Stock
Common Stock [Member]
Additional Paid-in Capital
Additional Paid-in Capital [Member]
Retained Earnings
Retained Earnings [Member]
Noncontrolling Interests
Noncontrolling Interest [Member]
Temporary Equity
Temporary Equity [Member]
Temporary Equity [Member]
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]
Beginning balance (in shares)
Shares, Issued
Stockholders' equity, beginning of period
Noncontrolling interests, beginning of period
Net income (loss) attributable to nonredeemable noncontrolling interest
Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Nonredeemable Noncontrolling Interest
Net income (loss)
Net Income (Loss), Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest Excluding Redeemable Noncontrolling Interest Recorded in Temporary Equity
The consolidated profit or loss for the period, net of income taxes, including the portion attributable to the noncontrolling interests (excluding the redeemable noncontrolling interest recorded as temporary equity).
Payment of dividends to shareholders
Dividends, Common Stock, Cash
Issuance of restricted stock (in shares)
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, Restricted Stock Award, Gross
Issuance of restricted stock
Stock Issued During Period, Value, Restricted Stock Award, Net of Forfeitures
Issuance of performance award stock (in shares)
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, Share-based Compensation, Net of Forfeitures
Issuance of performance award stock
Stock Issued During Period, Value, Share-based Compensation, Net of Forfeitures
SSARs exercised (in shares)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Stock Settled Appreciation Rights, Exercises in Period
Number of Stock Settled Appreciation Rights (or share units) exercised during the current period.
SSARs exercised
Adjustments to Additional Paid in Capital, Share-based Compensation, Exercise of SSARs
Changes in additional paid in capital related to exercise of share-based payments awards for SSARs.
Stock compensation
Adjustments to Additional Paid in Capital, Share-based Compensation, Requisite Service Period Recognition
Excess (shortfall) in tax benefit of stock awards
Adjustment to Additional Paid in Capital, Income Tax Effect from Share-based Compensation, Net
Investment by noncontrolling interest
Noncontrolling Interest, Increase from Formation of Joint Venture
Noncontrolling Interest, Increase from Formation of Joint Venture
Distribution to noncontrolling interest
Noncontrolling Interest, Decrease from Distributions to Noncontrolling Interest Holders
Changes in noncontrolling interest
Noncontrolling Interest, Decrease from Redemptions or Purchase of Interests
Purchases and retirement of common stock (in shares)
Purchases and retirement of common stock
Deferred gains and losses on derivatives, net
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Derivatives Qualifying as Hedges, Net of Tax, Portion Attributable to Parent
Change in cumulative translation adjustment
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Foreign Currency Transaction and Translation Adjustment, Net of Tax, Portion Attributable to Parent
Change in cumulative translation adjustment, attributable to noncontrolling Interest
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Foreign Currency Transaction and Translation Adjustment, Net of Tax, Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Change in cumulative translation adjustment
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Foreign Currency Transaction and Translation Adjustment, Net of Tax, Including Noncontrolling Interest Less Portion Attributable to Temporary Equity
Adjustment that results from the process of translating subsidiary financial statements and foreign equity investments into functional currency of the reporting entity, net of tax, including portion attributable to noncontrolling interest less portion attributable to temporary equity.
Ending balance (in shares)
Stockholders' equity, beginning of period
Noncontrolling interests, end of period
Increase (Decrease) in Temporary Equity [Roll Forward]
Increase (Decrease) in Temporary Equity [Roll Forward]
Temporary equity, beginning of period
Temporary Equity, Carrying Amount, Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interests
Net income (loss) attributable to noncontrolling interest
Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Redeemable Noncontrolling Interest
Temporary equity, end of period
Derivative [Table]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Derivative, basis spread on variable rate
Derivative, Basis Spread on Variable Rate
Foreign currency gains included in cumulative translation adjustment
Gain (loss) on derivative instruments
Reserve for volume discounts and sales incentives
Reserve for volume discounts and sales incentives
Reserve for volume discounts and sales incentives
Warranty reserves
Product Warranty Accrual, Current
Accrued employee compensation and benefits
Accrued Employee Benefits, Including Pension
Carrying value as of the balance sheet date of obligations, including pension, incurred through that date and payable for perquisites provided to employees pertaining to services received from them.
Accrued taxes
Accrued Income Taxes
Other
Other Accrued Liabilities
Accrued expenses
Accrued Liabilities
Movement in Standard Product Warranty Accrual [Roll Forward]
Movement in Standard Product Warranty Accrual [Roll Forward]
Warranty reserves, beginning of period
Standard and Extended Product Warranty Accrual
Acquisitions
Standard and Extended Product Warranty Accrual, Additions from Business Acquisition
Accruals for warranties issued during the year
Standard and Extended Product Warranty Accrual, Increase for Warranties Issued
Settlements made (in cash or in kind) during the year
Standard and Extended Product Warranty Accrual, Decrease for Payments
Foreign currency translation
Standard and Extended Product Warranty Accrual, Foreign Currency Translation Gain (Loss)
Warranty reserves, end of period
Minimum product warranty period
Product Warranty Period Minimum
Product warranty period minimum.
Maximum product warranty period
Product Warranty Period Maximum
Product warranty period maximum.
Warranty reserves included in other noncurrent liabilities
Product Warranty Accrual, Noncurrent
Schedule of Stockholders' Equity [Table]
Schedule of Stockholders' Equity [Table]
Schedule of Stockholders' Equity [Table]
Schedule of Stockholders' Equity [Line Items]
Schedule of Stockholders' Equity [Line Items]
Schedule of Stockholders' Equity [Line Items]
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income Related to Derivatives Held [Roll Forward]
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income Related to Derivatives Held [Roll Forward]
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income Related to Derivatives Held [Roll Forward]
Before-Tax Amount
Before Tax Amount [Abstract]
Before Tax Amount [Abstract]
Accumulated derivative net gains, beginning of period
AOCI Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest, before Tax
Net changes in fair value of derivatives
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), before Reclassifications, before Tax
Net losses reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss into income
Reclassification from Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income, Current Period, before Tax
Accumulated derivative net gains, end of period
Income Tax
Income Tax [Abstract]
Income Tax [Abstract]
Accumulated derivative net gains, beginning of period
AOCI Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest, Tax
Net changes in fair value of derivatives
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) before Reclassifications, Tax
Net losses reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss into income
Reclassification from AOCI, Current Period, Tax
Accumulated derivative net gains, end of period
After-Tax Amount
After Tax Amount [Abstract]
After Tax Amount [Abstract]
Net changes in fair value of derivatives
Net losses reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss into income
Share-based compensation arrangement by share-based payment award, equity instruments other than options, grants in period, weighted average grant date fair value
Share-based compensation arrangement by share-based payment award, equity instruments other than options, grants in period, weighted average grant date fair value [Table Text Block]
Share-based compensation arrangement by share-based payment award, equity instruments other than options, grants in period, weighted average grant date fair value [Table Text Block]
Performance Award Transactions
Schedule of Nonvested Performance-based Units Activity [Table Text Block]
Restricted Stock Unit Award Transactions
Restricted Stock Unit Award Transactions [Table Text Block]
[Table Text Block] for Restricted Stock Unit Award Transactions [Table]
Weighted Average Grant-Date Fair Value Of SSARS And Assumptions Under Black-Scholes Option Model
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Fair Value Assumptions, Stock-Settled Appreciation Rights [Table Text Block]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Fair Value Assumptions, Stock-Settled Appreciation Rights [Table Text Block]
SSAR Activity
Share Based Compensation Arrangement By Share Based Payment Award Equity Instruments Other Than Options Nonvested Text Block
Share based compensation arrangement by share based payment award equity instruments other than options nonvested.
Schedule Of SSAR Exercise Price Range, Number Of Shares, Weighted Average Exercise Price And Remaining Contractual Lives
Schedule Of Share Based Compensation Shares Authorized Under Settled Stock Appreciation Rights By Exercise Price Range [Text Block]
Schedule of share based compensation shares authorized under settled stock appreciation rights by exercise price range.
Adjustments for New Accounting Pronouncements [Axis]
Adjustments for New Accounting Pronouncements [Axis]
Type of Adoption [Domain]
Type of Adoption [Domain]
Adjustments for New Accounting Pronouncement
Adjustments for New Accounting Pronouncement [Member]
Equipment Sales
Equipment Sales [Member]
Equipment Sold to Dealer [Member]
Large Seasonal Products
Large Seasonal Products [Member]
Large Seasonal Products [Member]
United States and Canada
United States and Canada [Member]
United States and Canada [Member]
International
International [Member]
International [Member]
Number of Independent Dealers and Distributors (more than)
Number of Independent Dealers and Distributors
Number of Independent Dealers and Distributors
Time period in which remaining installment balance is generally due
Number of Months in Which Remaining Installment Agreement Balance is Generally Due
number of months in which remaining installment agreement balance is generally due
Revenue Recognition [Abstract]
Interest Income Period On Installment Agreements
Interest Income Period On Installment Agreements
Payment period on product sales
Payment period on product sales
Interest-free period and payment period on products
Interest-free period and payment period on products
Interest-free period and payment period on products
Interest Free Period on Receivables
Interest Free Period on Receivables
Cash and Cash Equivalents [Abstract]
Cash
Cash
Cash Equivalents
Cash Equivalents, at Carrying Value
Income Taxes [Table]
Income Taxes [Table]
Income Taxes [Table]
Operating Loss Carryforwards, by Expiration Date [Axis]
Operating Loss Carryforwards, by Expiration Date [Axis]
Operating Loss Carryforwards, by Expiration Date [Axis]
Operating Loss Carryforwards, by Expiration Date [Domain]
Operating Loss Carryforwards, by Expiration Date [Domain]
Operating Loss Carryforwards, by Expiration Date [Domain]
2017
Operating Loss Carryforwards, By Expiration Date, Date One [Member]
Operating Loss Carryforwards, By Expiration Date, Date One [Member]
2018
Operating Loss Carryforwards, By Expiration Date, Date Two [Member]
Operating Loss Carryforwards, By Expiration Date, Date Two [Member]
2019
Operating Loss Carryforwards, By Expiration Date, Date Three [Member]
Operating Loss Carryforwards, By Expiration Date, Date Three [Member]
Income Tax Authority [Axis]
Income Tax Authority [Axis]
Income Tax Authority [Domain]
Income Tax Authority [Domain]
Foreign
Foreign Tax Authority [Member]
Income Taxes [Line Items]
Income Taxes [Line Items]
Deferred tax liability
Undistributed earnings of foreign subsidiaries
Undistributed Earnings of Foreign Subsidiaries
Federal statutory income tax rate
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, at Federal Statutory Income Tax Rate, Percent
Deferred tax assets
Valuation allowance
Net operating loss carryforwards
Operating Loss Carryforwards
Net operating loss carryforwards, by expiration date
Deferred Tax Assets, Operating Loss Carryforwards, Subject to Expiration
Net operating loss carryforwards not subject to expiration
Deferred Tax Assets, Operating Loss Carryforwards, Not Subject to Expiration
Income taxes paid
Income Taxes Paid
Unrecognized income tax benefits that would affect effective tax rate
Unrecognized Tax Benefits that Would Impact Effective Tax Rate
Accrued or deferred taxes relating to uncertain income tax positions
Liability for Uncertainty in Income Taxes, Current
Interest and penalties related to unrecognized tax benefits
Unrecognized Tax Benefits Income Tax Penalties And Interest Accrued on Provision
This element represents the total interest and penalty accrued associated with the provision of the unrecognized tax benefits as of the date of the statement of financial position.
Accrued interest and penalties relating to unrecognized tax benefits
Unrecognized Tax Benefits, Income Tax Penalties and Interest Accrued
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]
Schedule of future payments required for significant commitments
Schedule of Future Payments Required for Significant Commitments [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Future Payments Required for Significant Commitments [Table Text Block]
Schedule of guarantor obligations
Schedule of Guarantor Obligations [Table Text Block]
Payments to acquire businesses
Payments to Acquire Businesses, Gross
Cash acquired, net
Cash Acquired from Acquisition
Purchase of businesses, net of cash acquired
Payments to Acquire Businesses, Net of Cash Acquired
Sales Information By Reportable Segments
Schedule of Segment Reporting Information, by Segment [Table Text Block]
Income From Operations And Total Assets
Reconciliation Of Income From Operations And Assets From Segment To Consolidated
Reconciliation of income from operations and assets from segment to consolidated.
Schedule of Revenue from External Customers Attributed to Foreign Countries by Geographic Area
Schedule of Revenue from External Customers Attributed to Foreign Countries by Geographic Area [Table Text Block]
Revenue from External Customers by Products and Services
Revenue from External Customers by Products and Services [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Disclosure on Geographic Areas, Long-Lived Assets in Individual Foreign Countries by Country
Schedule of Disclosure on Geographic Areas, Long-Lived Assets in Individual Foreign Countries by Country [Table Text Block]
Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Table]
Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Table]
Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Axis]
Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Axis]
Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Domain]
Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Domain]
Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income
Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Member]
Amortization of net actuarial losses
Accumulated Defined Benefit Plans Adjustment, Net Gain (Loss) Attributable to Parent [Member]
Amortization of prior service cost
Accumulated Defined Benefit Plans Adjustment, Net Prior Service Attributable to Parent [Member]
Reclassification Adjustment out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income on Derivatives [Line Items]
Reclassification Adjustment out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income on Derivatives [Line Items]
Income before income taxes and equity in net earnings of affiliates
Net income attributable to AGCO Corporation and subsidiaries
Reclassification from AOCI, tax
Net losses reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss
Other Commitments [Table]
Other Commitments [Table]
Equity Method Investee, Name [Axis]
Equity Method Investee, Name [Domain]
Retail Finance Joint Venture
U.S. Retail Finance Joint Venture [Member]
U.S. Retail Finance Joint Venture [Member]
Other Commitments [Line Items]
Other Commitments [Line Items]
Interest payments related to indebtedness
Interest Payments Related to Indebtedness [Abstract]
Interest Payments Related to Indebtedness [Abstract]
2017
Interest Expense, Debt, Future Minimum Payments Due Current
Interest Expense, Debt, Future Minimum Payments Due Current
2018
Interest Expense, Debt, Future Minimum Payments Due Within Two Years
Interest Expense, Debt, Future Minimum Payments Due Within Two Years
2019
Interest Expense, Debt, Future Minimum Payments Due Within Three Years
Interest Expense, Debt, Future Minimum Payments Due Within Three Years
2020
Interest Expense, Debt, Future Minimum Payments Due Within Four Years
Interest Expense, Debt, Future Minimum Payments Due Within Four Years
2021
Interest Expense, Debt, Future Minimum Payments Due Within Five Years
Interest Expense, Debt, Future Minimum Payments Due Within Five Years
Thereafter
Interest Expense, Debt, Future Minimum Payments Due Thereafter
Interest Expense, Debt, Future Minimum Payments Due Thereafter
Total
Interest Expense, Debt, Future Minimum Payments Due Total
Interest Expense, Debt, Future Minimum Payments Due Total
Capital lease obligations
Capital Leases, Future Minimum Payments Due, Fiscal Year Maturity [Abstract]
2017
Capital Leases, Future Minimum Payments Due, Next Twelve Months
2018
Capital Leases, Future Minimum Payments Due in Two Years
2019
Capital Leases, Future Minimum Payments Due in Three Years
2020
Capital Leases, Future Minimum Payments Due in Four Years
2021
Capital Leases, Future Minimum Payments Due in Five Years
Thereafter
Capital Leases, Future Minimum Payments Due Thereafter
Total
Capital Leases, Future Minimum Payments Due
Operating lease obligations
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments Due, Fiscal Year Maturity [Abstract]
2017
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments Due, Next Twelve Months
2018
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments, Due in Two Years
2019
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments, Due in Three Years
2020
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments, Due in Four Years
2021
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments, Due in Five Years
Thereafter
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments, Due Thereafter
Total
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments Due
Unconditional purchase obligations
Recorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Fiscal Year Maturity Schedule [Abstract]
2017
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Next Twelve Months
2018
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due within Two Years
2019
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due within Three Years
2020
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due within Four Years
2021
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due within Five Years
Thereafter
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due after Five Years
Total
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation
Other short-term and long-term obligations
Other Short Term and Long Term Obligations, Fiscal Year Maturity [Abstract]
Other Short Term and Long Term Obligations, Fiscal Year Maturity [Abstract]
2017
Other Commitment, Due in Next Twelve Months
2018
Other Commitment, Due in Second Year
2019
Other Commitment, Due in Third Year
2020
Other Commitment, Due in Fourth Year
2021
Other Commitment, Due in Fifth Year
Thereafter
Other Commitment, Due after Fifth Year
Total
Other Commitment
Total contractual cash obligations
Long Term Commitments [Abstract]
Long Term Commitments [Abstract]
2017
Contractual Obligation, Due in Next Fiscal Year
2018
Contractual Obligation, Due in Second Year
2019
Contractual Obligation, Due in Third Year
2020
Contractual Obligation, Due in Fourth Year
2021
Contractual Obligation, Due in Fifth Year
Thereafter
Contractual Obligation, Due after Fifth Year
Total
Contractual Obligation
Guarantees
Guarantees Future Expiration [Abstract]
Guarantees Future Expiration [Abstract]
2017
Guarantees, Future Commitment Expiration, Expires Year One
Guarantees, Future Commitment Expiration, Year One
2018
Guarantees, Future Commitment Expiration, Expires Year Two
Guarantees, Future Commitment Expiration, Expires Year Two
2019
Guarantees, Future Commitment Expiration, Expires Year Three
Guarantees, Future Commitment Expiration, Expires Year Three
2020
Guarantees, Future Commitment Expiration, Expires Year Four
Guarantees, Future Commitment Expiration, Expires Year Four
2021
Guarantees, Future Commitment Expiration, Expires Year Five
Guarantees, Future Commitment Expiration, Expires Year Five
Thereafter
Guarantees, Future Commitment Expiration, Expires Thereafter
Guarantees, Future Commitment Expiration, Expires Thereafter
Total
Guarantor Obligations, Current Carrying Value
Off Balance Sheet Arrangements [Abstract]
Off Balance Sheet Arrangements [Abstract]
Guarantees [Abstract]
Maximum inventory exposure per calendar year
Guarantor Obligations, Maximum Inventory Exposure per Calendar Year, Undiscounted
Guarantor Obligations, Maximum Inventory Exposure per Calendar Year, Undiscounted
Guaranteed indebtedness owed to third parties
Total lease expense
Operating Leases, Rent Expense, Net
Loss Contingency [Abstract]
Tax disallowance not including interest and penalties
Tax Disallowance Not Including Interest And Penalties
Tax disallowance not including interest and penalties.
Accounts Receivable Sales Agreements
Accounts Receivable Sales Agreements Note Disclosure [Text Block]
Accounts Receivable Sales Agreements Note Disclosure
Schedule of Restructuring and Related Costs [Table]
Schedule of Restructuring and Related Costs [Table]
Restructuring Type [Axis]
Restructuring Type [Axis]
Type of Restructuring [Domain]
Type of Restructuring [Domain]
Write-down of Property, Plant and Equipment
Write-down Of Property, Plant And Equipment [Member]
Write-down Of Property, Plant And Equipment [Member]
Employee Severance
Employee Severance [Member]
Facility Closure Costs
Facility Closing [Member]
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Headcount reduction
Restructuring and Related Cost, Headcount Reduction
Restructuring and Related Cost, Headcount Reduction
Restructuring Reserve [Roll Forward]
Restructuring Reserve [Roll Forward]
Restructuring reserve, beginning of period
Restructuring Reserve
Provision
Restructuring Charges Excluding Adjustments
Restructuring Charges Excluding Adjustments
Provision reversal
Restructuring Reserve, Accrual Adjustment
Less: Non-cash expense
Restructuring Reserve, Settled without Cash
Less: Cash expense
Restructuring Costs
Cash activity
Payments for Restructuring
Foreign currency translation
Restructuring Reserve, Foreign Currency Translation Gain (Loss)
Restructuring reserve, end of period
Common stock, shares issued (in shares)
Common Stock, Shares, Issued
Preferred stock, par value (in dollars per share)
Preferred Stock, Par or Stated Value Per Share
Preferred stock, shares authorized (in shares)
Preferred Stock, Shares Authorized
Preferred stock, shares issued (in shares)
Preferred Stock, Shares Issued
Preferred stock, shares outstanding (in shares)
Preferred Stock, Shares Outstanding
Sources of income (loss) before income taxes and equity in net earnings of affiliates
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations before Equity Method Investments, Income Taxes, Noncontrolling Interest [Abstract]
United States
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations before Income Taxes, Domestic
Foreign
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations before Income Taxes, Foreign
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Roll Forward]
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Roll Forward]
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Roll Forward]
Accumulated other comprehensive loss, before tax, beginning of period
Prior service cost arising during the year, before tax
Other Comprehensive (Income) Loss, Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Net Prior Service Cost (Credit) Arising During Period, before Tax
Net loss recognized due to settlement, before tax
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Net Gain (Loss) due to settlement, before tax
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Net Gain (Loss) due to settlement, before tax
Net actuarial (loss) gain arising during the year, before tax
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Net Unamortized Gain (Loss) Arising During Period, before Tax
Amortization of prior service cost, before tax
Other Comprehensive (Income) Loss, Amortization Adjustment from AOCI, Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, for Net Prior Service Cost (Credit), before Tax
Amortization of net actuarial losses
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Reclassification Adjustment from AOCI, Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, for Net Gain (Loss), before Tax
Accumulated other comprehensive loss, before tax, end of period
Accumulated other comprehensive loss, tax, beginning of period
Accumulated Comprehensive Gain Loss Defined Benefit Plans, Tax
Accumulated comprehensive income or loss related to defined pension and postretirement plans, cumulative tax impact
Prior service cost arising during the year, tax
Other Comprehensive (Income) Loss, Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Net Prior Service Cost (Credit), Tax
Net loss recognized due to settlement, tax
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Net Gain (Loss) due to settlement, tax
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Net Gain (Loss) due to settlement, tax
Net actuarial (loss) gain arising during the year, tax
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Net Unamortized Gain (Loss) Arising During Period, Tax
Amortization of prior service costs, tax
Other Comprehensive (Income) Loss, Amortization Adjustment from AOCI, Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, for Net Prior Service Cost (Credit), Tax
Amortization of net actuarial losses, tax
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Reclassification Adjustment from AOCI, Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, for Net Gain (Loss), Tax
Accumulated other comprehensive loss, tax, end of period
Accumulated other comprehensive loss, after tax, beginning of period
Net actuarial (loss) gain arising during the year, after tax
Amortization of prior service costs, after tax
Accumulated other comprehensive loss, after tax, end of period
Related Party Transactions
Related Party Transactions Disclosure [Text Block]
Commitments and Contingencies
Commitments Contingencies and Guarantees [Text Block]
Global Equities
Global Equity Securities [Member]
Global Equity Securities [Member]
Non-U.S. Equities
Non-U.S. Equity Securities [Member]
Non-U.S. Equity Securities [Member]
U.K. Equities
U.K. Equity Securities [Member]
U.K. Equity Securities [Member]
U.S. Large Cap Equities
U.S. Large Cap Equity Securities [Member]
U.S. Large Cap Equity Securities [Member]
U.S. Small Cap Equities
U.S. Small Cap Equity Securities [Member]
U.S. Small Cap Equity Securities [Member]
Private Equity Funds [Member]
Private Equity Funds [Member]
Aggregate Fixed Income
Aggregate Fixed Income Securities [Member]
Aggregate Fixed Income Securities [Member]
International Fixed Income
International Fixed Income Securities [Member]
International Fixed Income Securities [Member]
Cash and Cash Equivalents
Hedge funds measured at net asset value [Member]
Hedge funds measured at net asset value [Member]
Miscellaneous Funds
Cash and cash equivalents measured at net asset value [Member]
Cash and cash equivalents measured at net asset value [Member]
Cash and cash equivalents measured at net asset value [Member]
Cash [Member]
Cash [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets by Measurement [Axis]
Total assets
Percentage of fixed income securities consisting of investment-grade corporate bonds
Percentage of Fixed Income Securities Consisting of Investment-grade Corporate Bonds
Percentage of Fixed Income Securities Consisting of Investment-grade Corporate Bonds
Percentage of fixed income securities consisting of high-yield securities
Percentage Of Fixed Income Securities Consisting Of High-yield Securities
Percentage Of Fixed Income Securities Consisting Of High-yield Securities
Percentage of fixed income securities consisting of government treasuries
Percentage of Fixed Income Securities Consisting of Government Treasuries
Percentage of Fixed Income Securities Consisting of Government Treasuries
Percentage of fixed income securities consisting of other various fixed income securities
Percentage of Fixed Income Securities Consisting of Other Various Fixed Income Securities
Percentage of Fixed Income Securities Consisting of Other Various Fixed Income Securities
Percentage of alternative investments consisting of long-short equity funds
Percentage of Alternative Investments Consisting of Long-short Equity Funds
Percentage of Alternative Investments Consisting of Long-short Equity Funds
Percentage of alternative investments consisting of event-driven funds
Percentage of Alternative Investments Consisting of Event-driven Funds
Percentage of Alternative Investments Consisting of Event-driven Funds
Percentage of alternative investments consisting of relative value funds
Percentage of Alternative Investments Consisting of Relative Value Funds
Percentage of Alternative Investments Consisting of Relative Value Funds
Percentage of alternative investments consisting of credit funds
Percentage of Alternative Investments Consisting of Credit Funds
Percentage of Alternative Investments Consisting of Credit Funds
Percentage of alternative investments consisting of hedged and non-hedged funds
Percentage of Alternative Investments Consisting of Hedged and Non-hedged Funds
Percentage of Alternative Investments Consisting of Hedged and Non-hedged Funds
Percentage of alternative investments consisting of multi-strategy funds
Percentage of Alternative Investments Consisting of Multi-strategy Funds
Percentage of Alternative Investments Consisting of Multi-strategy Funds
Basis of Presentation and Consolidation
Consolidation, Subsidiaries or Other Investments, Consolidated Entities, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Use of Estimates
Use of Estimates, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Revenue Recognition
Revenue Recognition, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Foreign Currency Transaction
Foreign Currency Transactions and Translations Policy [Policy Text Block]
Cash and Cash Equivalents
Cash and Cash Equivalents, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Accounts and Notes Receivable
Trade and Other Accounts Receivable, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Inventories
Inventory, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Property, Plant and Equipment
Property, Plant and Equipment, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Goodwill, Other Intangible Assets and Long-Lived Assets
Goodwill and Intangible Assets, Goodwill, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Amortization of certain Intangible Assets
Goodwill and Intangible Assets, Intangible Assets, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Warranty Reserves
Standard Product Warranty, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Insurance Reserves
Insurance Reserves [Policy Text Block]
Insurance Reserves [Policy Text Block]
Research and Development Expenses
Research and Development Expense, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Advertising Costs
Advertising Cost, Policy, Expensed Advertising Cost [Policy Text Block]
Shipping and Handling Expenses
Shipping and Handling Cost, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Income Taxes
Income Tax, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Net Income Per Common Share
Earnings Per Share, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Comprehensive Income (Loss)
Comprehensive Income, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Derivatives
Derivatives, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Recent Accounting Pronouncements
New Accounting Pronouncements, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Statement of Cash Flows [Abstract]
Cash flows from operating activities:
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities [Abstract]
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:
Adjustments to Reconcile Net Income (Loss) to Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities [Abstract]
Deferred debt issuance cost amortization
Amortization of Debt Issuance Costs
Amortization of intangibles
Stock compensation expense (credit)
Share-based Compensation
Proceeds from termination of hedging instrument
Proceeds From Termination Of Hedging Instrument
Proceeds From Termination Of Hedging Instrument
Equity in net earnings of affiliates, net of cash received
Income (Loss) from Equity Method Investments, Net of Dividends or Distributions
Deferred income tax provision (benefit)
Other
Other Noncash Income (Expense)
Changes in operating assets and liabilities, net of effects from purchase of businesses:
Increase (Decrease) in Operating Capital [Abstract]
Accounts and notes receivable, net
Increase (Decrease) in Accounts and Notes Receivable
Inventories, net
Increase (Decrease) in Inventories
Other current and noncurrent assets
Increase (Decrease) in Other Operating Assets
Accounts payable
Increase (Decrease) in Accounts Payable
Accrued expenses
Increase (Decrease) in Accrued Liabilities
Other current and noncurrent liabilities
Increase (Decrease) in Other Operating Liabilities
Total adjustments
Adjustments to Reconcile Net Income (Loss) to Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities
Net cash provided by operating activities
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities
Cash flows from investing activities:
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Investing Activities [Abstract]
Purchases of property, plant and equipment
Proceeds from sale of property, plant and equipment
Proceeds from Sale of Property, Plant, and Equipment
Purchase of businesses, net of cash acquired
Investment in consolidated affiliates, net of cash acquired
Payments to Acquire Interest in Joint Venture
Investments in unconsolidated affiliates
Restricted cash and other
Increase (Decrease) in Restricted Cash
Net cash used in investing activities
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Investing Activities
Cash flows from financing activities:
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Financing Activities [Abstract]
Proceeds from debt obligations
Proceeds from (Repayments of) Debt
Repayments of debt obligations
Repayments of Debt
Purchases and retirement of common stock
Payments for Repurchase of Common Stock
Repurchase or conversion of convertible senior subordinated notes
Payment of dividends to stockholders
Payments of Ordinary Dividends, Common Stock
Payment of minimum tax withholdings on stock compensation
Payments Related to Tax Withholding for Share-based Compensation
Payment of debt issuance costs
Payments of Debt Issuance Costs
Excess tax benefit related to stock compensation
Excess Tax Benefit from Share-based Compensation, Financing Activities
Purchase of or distribution to noncontrolling interests
Proceeds from (Payments to) Noncontrolling Interests
Other
Proceeds from (Payments for) Other Financing Activities
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Financing Activities
Effects of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents
Effect of Exchange Rate on Cash and Cash Equivalents
Increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents
Cash and Cash Equivalents, Period Increase (Decrease)
Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of year
Cash and cash equivalents, end of year