For most of us, it’s this simple. If you plant crops, you spray crops. Getting herbicides and crop protectants down uniformly and on time is essential. There’s no other word for it. Still, it doesn’t have to mean a self-propelled sprayer. Today’s new generation of pull-type sprayers provide an unbeatable blend of cost and performance for many farms. You also get myriad choices, including these.
Reading Time: 3 minutes MS Gregson N1000 and N1250 Sprayers MS Gregson Novation sprayers come in N1000-gallon and N1250-gallon models, with a Novation design that is targeted toward operators who want a simple, clean sprayer with a rate controller and 60- to 90-foot booms. Gregson representative Lyle McLean says the Novation sprayer is the very first pull-type sprayer […] Read moreMachinery Guide, January 2012
Case International Maxxum Series
Reading Time: < 1 minute The Case International Maxxum series brings eight models from 90 to 120 horsepower. According to the company, these four-and six-cylinder models are powerful, versatile and economical, and offer more flexibility, maneuverability and comfort to meet the needs of today s operators. The Maxxum 110, 115 and 125 models feature mechanical engines with minimal electronics for […] Read more
KUBOTA M SERIES
Reading Time: < 1 minute Kubota s M Series brings four models topped out by the M135X, Kubota s most powerful M-Series tractor with a 374-cubic-inch, turbocharged direct injection diesel engine that generates 118 PTO horsepower. According to Kubota s Christian Bisson, the M-Series tractors feature added power, torque and an electronic common rail fuel system for more power, less […] Read more
Massey Ferguson 5400 Series
Reading Time: < 1 minute Massey Ferguson offers nine models in their 5400 series ranging from 86 to 145 horsepower. It s a series that the company describes as technologically advanced, high powered and economical to operate. The MF 5400 series is powered by four and six cylinder engines. A Power Boost feature increases torque at six km/hr. in the […] Read more
New Holland T6000 Series
Reading Time: < 1 minute New Holland s T6000 series ranges from 90 to 135 horsepower in three different configurations, the Delta, Plus and Elite models. The result is a series that the company says is a natural for haying operations, heavy loader work, roadside mowing and row crop applications. Delta models are the series base, with Plus models bringing […] Read more
CHALLENGER MT400B SERIES
Reading Time: < 1 minute Challenger s MT 400B series is designed to offer more torque, more control, more serviceability and more fuel efficiency for today s farm operators, all in four models from 75 to 100 PTO horsepower. MT400 Series tractors are powered by new generation Cat ACERT Tier III engines. As well, a new front-axle support casting on […] Read more
JOHN DEERE 7R SERIES
Reading Time: < 1 minute John Deere launched its new 7R series in June with a focus on increased power, versatility and capacity, as well as improved comfort for superior operator performance. The series brings five new models from 200 hp to 280 hp and equips them with performance features that until now were only available in the larger 8R […] Read more
MASSEY FERGUSON 8600 SERIES TRACTORS
Reading Time: < 1 minute Massey Ferguson says its 8600 series, which features four models starting with the 8650 at 205 hp and topping out with the 8680 at 275 hp, is technologically advanced and exceptionally responsive, but also simple to operate. According to the company, the new 8600 series panoramic cab is the largest, roomiest, quietest and most technologically […] Read more
NEW HOLLAND T8 SERIES 4WD TIER4A TRACTORS
Reading Time: < 1 minute New Holland designed its new T8 series of 4WD Tier 4A tractors to redefine how large-scale agriculture gets done with a revolutionary compact, long-wheelbase design. The five T8 models start with the T8.275 at 185 PTO hp and span up to the T8.390 at 280 PTO hp. These tractors produce more power with less noise […] Read more
FENDT 900 SERIES VARIO TRACTORS
Reading Time: < 1 minute In August, Fendt introduced the latest 900 Series Fendt tractors, rangingfromthe924VarioSCR atPTO200hptothe936Vario SCR at 300 PTO hp. These tractors are Tier 4 interim compliant and deliver up to seven per cent greater fuel efficiency compared to previous models. Each of these tractors also has a reversing operator station, and the 10.4 Varioterminal puts control of […] Read more
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