2020 Tractor News

AGCO introduces the all-new Challenger MT800 Series track tractors. Building on proven innovations from AGCO's 30 years of experience in track tractors, these machines boast new engine and transmission combinations, an enhanced track and chassis system, more hydraulic and hitch options and a redesigned operator-friendly cab. In fact, MT800 Series tractors, equipped with the AccuDrive powertrain, are the most powerful two-track tractors available with a stepless transmission.

John Deere Power Systems and DEUTZ have announced plans to jointly develop and source components for a low horsepower range engine up to 130kW. Working together, the parties will be able to close a gap in the market by developing an engine that provides customers additional and exceptional value upon initial purchase while retaining the reliability, versatility, and performance they've come to expect from John Deere and DEUTZ engines.

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Kubota Tractor Corporation announced the launch of the new L60LE Series. With the success of the launch of the L3560HSTC-LE last year, three new models have been added to complete the new L60LE series, which now offers a total of four models - two cab models and two ROPS models. Ranging from 37 to 42 gross horsepower, the new Series offers an array of deluxe quality and comfort features at an affordable price point. The new L60LE compact tractors will be available starting November 2020.

Doosan Bobcat is expanding its compact tractor attachment offering with the new front-mount snowblower. The front-mount snowblower - available in 49-inch and 62-inch widths - is positioned in front of the machine, rather than behind on a 3-point hitch. The front-mounted attachment provides customers a more comfortable way to clear snow around acreages or barns as they do not need to turn around in their seat to monitor the performance of the attachment.

AGCO announces a new family of economical compact tractors - the Massey Ferguson 1800E and 2800E Series. The new lineup replaces the 1700E and 2700E Series and includes five models ranging from 24 to 57.3 engine horsepower. All are equipped with dependable Iseki diesel engines, offer greater hydraulic capacity and sport the bold new styling common across the Massey Ferguson tractor line.

Case IH is launching updates to Puma series tractors - models 185, 200, 220 and 240 - to enhance the efficiency, comfort and convenience. From an updated hood with new styling to increased service intervals and enhanced drivability, the new features and advancements aim to improve the operator's experience and boost productivity.

Fendt's tracked tractors are joining the 511 hp to 673 hp power range with the new Fendt 1100 Vario MT series. This gives the Fendt 1167 Vario MT the highest horsepower of any tracked tractor with a stepless transmission on the market. There are new technologies to increase overall efficiency, such as the pivoting drawbar and the pivoting rear power lift, the completely newly developed Smart Ride+ suspension design along with all the familiar Fendt controls.

More than ten years after its initial launch, the Fendt 200 Vario series has been completely redesigned for 2021. The smallest series have now embraced the design of the large tractors. Together with a new cab, the intuitive FendtONE operating concept also comes as standard in the Fendt 200 Vario, for easy and comfortable controls. The innovative power-boost concept Fendt DynamicPerformance increases the performance of the top model, Fendt 211 Vario.

Fendt specialist tractors with the stepless Fendt Vario gearbox have been inspiring more and more customers worldwide for the past ten years - for use in special crops such as wine, fruit and hops. The latest generation of the Fendt 200 VFP Vario specialist tractor series comes with the intuitive FendtONE operating concept, making it the first specialist tractor with a fully integrated terminal. There are added innovations like the demand-led power boost concept DynamicPerformance, and an all-new design. The new technology on the Fendt 200 VFP Vario enhances precision and everyday efficiency and makes it easier to comply with documentation requirements.