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Agriland
19-05-2025
- Automotive
- Agriland
Farmall update brings manual transmission to top models
In what appears to be a rare trickle-up of basic technology into more advanced tractors, Case is now offering the higher powered Farmall C series with its ManualDrive transmission, albeit with electronic powershift. The revised larger 100-117hp tractors in the Case IH Farmall C series, which are powered by a FPT F36 four-cylinder Stage 5 engine, can now be specified with the company's ManualDrive transmission as an alternative to the established ActiveDrive 2. The standard ManualDrive option is a 12 forward/12 reverse gear (12F/12R) transmission (or 20×20 with creeper), which comes with an electronic clutchless power shuttle that can be modulated for response speed, easing operator strain and making these tractors more suited to loader work. The ActiveDrive transmission is a two-speed powershift transmission with a power clutch that offers 24X24 ratios, increasing to 40X40 when fitted with the creeper gear option. Large tyres and loaders A maximum rear tyre size of 540/65 R38 can now be specified to maximise grip and field performance for tillage and other heavy-duty operations. To further increase their suitability for loader work, both transmission versions feature the new ActiveClutch, which disengages the connection between engine and transmission when the footbrakes are pressed. Although designed to be loader-friendly, the Farmall range is still quite capable of tillage operations This is claimed to reduce operator fatigue and improve ease of use, particularly for less experienced users. Also available as factory-fitted, the new Case IH L635 loader will lift 2.0t to 3.8m, and is available with an auto-locking, fast multi-coupler for loader services, mechanical self-levelling, and a third function. The new models will ultimately be available with either a cab or a rollover protection system (ROPS), to match different customer needs. Farmall guidance choice Options for Farmall C tractors include ISOBUS Class 2 electric autoguidance, which can be fitted at the factory. ISOBUS Class 1 is basic feedback from an implement to a tractor display, while Class 2 is where the implement can be controlled from the tractor or inputs other than from the operator can direct certain tractor functions. In addition, data is instantly and automatically uploaded to the new FieldOps platform for unified web and mobile access, aiding recording, management, and decision-making.
Agriland
02-05-2025
- Automotive
- Agriland
Kubota steering kit suits all budgets and machines
Kubota are well-known for serving both the agricultural and estate maintenance market with a wide range of professional mowers and tractors. The smaller machines are not often thought of as requiring automated guidance, but the company has introduced an entry-level auto-steer package to its range of products for agricultural and ground care machinery. Priced from £5,520 (€6,000), and sourced through Topcon, the kit is called Value Line Steering and is available through the Kubota dealer network. Accuracy options There is a wide choice of accuracy options to suit various operational needs and budgets, which extend from 15cm pass-to-pass accuracy down to 1cm – the latter requiring a Real-Time Kinematic (RTK) signal. Kubota prides itself on providing a wide range of machinery The Value Line Steering kit includes the XR-1 GNSS receiver with built-in gyroscope and accelerometer, XW-1 electric steering wheel, and 10in, XC1 in-cab touchscreen terminal. Integral software has eliminated the need for a mechanical wheel angle sensor, simplifying installation and set-up and thereby reducing the associated cost. Universal fitting from Kubota The company believes the new kit offers customers a price-sensitive package that delivers auto-steering functions to improve operational efficiency and reduce operator fatigue,. The kit is universal in its fitting bringing precision steering to any Kubota machine equipped with a steering wheel. Kubota claim that any of their machines with a steering wheel can be fitted with auto guidance Through Value Line Steering, operators can access any steering pattern required, including straight, centre pivot, curved, and custom guidance lines. Available extras In addition, more advanced features such as Steer-to-Boundary, Guidelock, and Headland Turns are also available, along with basic ISOBUS implement control. Those seeking higher accuracy can opt for an RTK Value Line Steering kit, costing £7,545 (€8,200). The latter requires an additional 12-month RTK signal subscription costing £650 (€700). While the Value Line Steering kit can be self-installed, an optional installation service is available, costing £695 (€815). The Topcon Value Line Steering kits come with two years' warranty and two years' customer support.
