14 Ate Today? Thank a Farmer. Better Farming | December 2023 Case IH MY24 Steiger tractors Case IH has revamped their line of Steiger tractors for 2024 with AFS Connect and improvements to fuel efficiency, power, torque, transmission and more. The MY24 Steigers are more powerful and one to two per cent more fuel efficient due to engine updates. The lineup features Fiat Powertrain 13L engines with your choice of a Tier 4 B/ Final – Stage V SST electronic variable geometry turbo charger (available in models 425, 475, and 525) or Tier 4 B/ Final – Stage V TST two-stage turbo charger (555, 595, 645). Some other engine upgrades include relocated crankcase ventilation and fuel filters for more accessible serviceability, and a shortened air path from turbo-to-engine intake to boost engine response. Great Plains VT1100 Turbo-Max The latest vertical tillage implement from Great Plains features a double basket for a smooth finish, chopper reels to work through areas with tough residue, and your choice of blades. The VT1100 Turbo-Max blades are spaced 7.5 inches apart to provide vertical cutting free from shearing. The 20-inch option is recommended for drier, hard soils while the new 22-inch Turbo blades work well with lighter-textured soils where the operator looks to work deeper. John Deere 1 Series round balers The latest balers from John Deere are designed to help keep moisture levels optimal and bale weights consistent across different field conditions. The 1 Series reads bale documentation through the John Deere Operations Centre. This information can help farmers think about nutrient management, price their bales or manage fertilizer costs. Integrated technology automates gate cycle functions, opening and closing the gate at the right time to minimize repetitive tasks and operator error. Kioti HX Series Kioti’s new HX9010C and HX1151C tractors feature four-cylinder diesel engines: the HX9010C has 90 horsepower while the HX1151C has 115, making these the most powerful tractors in Kioti’s lineup. A power-boost feature is included with both models, boosting PTO horsepower and torque by nine per cent for heavy applications or travel. The HX series is capable of heavy lifting; the models have a lift capacity of 8,000 pounds 24-inch aft of hitch. Operators can look forward to a spacious, more comfortable cabin. The deluxe air suspension seat has a swivel and heated lower cushion while the steering wheel telescopes to where they need it to go. Kubota M7-4 Series Kubota recently announced the arrival of three new M7-4 series tractors: the M7-134, M7-154 and M7-174. These new tractors have new efficiency-boosting features like Xpress Restart, which allows the driver to control the main clutch by pressing the brake pedals. The tractor can also be stopped without using the clutch pedal, and the KVT models have an active stop feature which keeps the machine still without pressing the brake pedal or putting the transmission in park. New Holland MY24 T9 Series New Holland’s T9 tractors with PLM Intelligence (PLMi) have upgraded their engines, improving fuel efficiency and horsepower. Three models in the lineup come with an electronic variable geometry turbo engine, which improves fuel economy by two per cent and increases transient response up to 35 per cent. Gross vehicle weight has been increased across all models, which improves the load carrying capacity. New improvements in the cab include a new headliner, overhead console, sound system and RAM mount rails. Farmers can easily see their data on the dual IntelliView 12 monitor, letting them access their PLMi data wherever they are. BF NEW MACHINERY ROUNDUP Keep up with the latest equipment releases. By Leslie Stewart Machinery Alley
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