This year’s FTMTA show will mark the first Irish outing for the new flagship long wheelbase Puma 260 CVXDrive model.

First launched at last year’s SIMA show in Paris, the Puma 260 CVXDrive, like the New Holland T7.300, has been aimed at the customer requiring substantial horsepower in a relatively compact form.

The Puma 260 CVXDrive is equipped with a number of new features. Updates include a new larger cab, AFS Pro 1200 touchscreen terminal and the new MultiController armrest which is home to the firm’s Advanced Farming System (AFS) Connect. Similar to the automotive industry, the cab is now locked via fob and started via push button.

Power comes from the familiar FPT six-cylinder engine rated at 260hp with a maximum, unboosted output of 280hp. With engine power management, this figure climbs to 302hp for PTO, hydraulic and transport applications.

Wheel base has remained the same however, front and rear axles have been upgraded with the fitment of larger tyres now also possible. At 460l, the fuel tank is 15% larger than before.

A range of Farmall, Maxxum and other Puma models will also be on display.