2015 Tractor News
John Deere has expanded its specialty tractor portfolio with the addition of its new Series tractors that the company says are narrow and maneuverable enough to meet the needs of vineyard and orchard producers while also meeting Tier 4 Engine emissions requirements established by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
New Holland has expanded its T7 tractor series with the addition of two new models: the T7.290 and the T7.315. The new offerings are designed to meet growing demand for increased power while also maintaining the versatility to perform numerous jobs. They contain the company's IntelliCruise tractor-baler automation and they're capable, company officials say, of performing a wide variety of field and hauling jobs, including primary and secondary cultivations, drilling, baling, mowing and haulage tasks.
Mahindra announced four new compact utility tractor models for the North American market and upgrades to models the Max series subcompact tractor line. The new models are the Mahindra 1526 and Mahindra 2538, each with transmission and cab options. The Max series 22 and 25 models feature upgrade hydraulics and body components.
New Holland's Boomer 37/41/47 compact tractors (37 - 47 horsepower) are now available with a factory-installed cab for all-weather comfort and convenience.
To better meet power and equipment needs of high-volume hay and forage producers, Case IH beefed up its forage lineup this month with the new Optum tractor series. Fulfilling a new horsepower segment, the Optum tractor joins the company's complete line of hay and forage equipment, which includes updates across its tractor lineup. Elevating baling productivity, Case IH also announced a new ISOBUS Class 3 enabled Feedrate Control system available for select LB4 series large square balers.
AGCO Corporation brings more comfort and operating ease with the improved Challenger E Series. Challenger gives row crop innovators, small grain farmers and specialty application farmers improved performance, comfort, versatility and reliability with the MT700E, MT800E and MT900E Series tractors. The 2016 MT700E, MT800E and MT900E Series lead the field and deliver increased productivity for row crop, broad acre, and specialty crop farming practices.
Challenger unveiled the X-Edition Challenger MT700E/MT800E Series track tractor with a stunning midnight-black paint scheme at the Farm Progress Show last week. The X-Edition tractors are available for limited order and offer interior upgrades in addition to the unique all-black exterior paint.
The 2015 Le Sueur County Pioneer Power Show is underway this weekend, August 28 through 30. The theme for Pioneer Power this year is "John Deere Through the Ages" with a large display of local John Deere equipment, including items from past dealers in the Le Sueur area.
Massey Ferguson is naming this year the year of the utility tractor with the introduction of the Massey Ferguson 4600M Series. With models ranging from 70 to 99 engine HP, this series of utility tractors gives operators greater performance, durability and versatility to provide customers with cost-effective solutions they demand. The Massey Ferguson 4600M Series replaces the 4600 Series with a model lineup that includes the MF4607M, MF4609M and MF4610M ranging from 56 to 80 PTO HP. The new 4600M Series was designed with utility in mind and furthers its reputation for excellence in loader work, hay production, mowing operations and wide-ranging farm use.
John Deere adds the 6E Series Tractors to the 6 Family Tractor lineup in North America, which features enhanced performance, added versatility and greater value to the existing family of high-horsepower utility tractors. The three new models of the 6E Series in the US are the 6105E, 6120E, and 6135E which range from 105 to 130 horsepower.
