Top tractor launches at Agritechnica

Deutz-Fahr created a lot of hype with the launch if its new 8 Series range. The new 8310 TTV (313hp) and 8340 TTV (340hp) two-model series is a completely new tractor, designed to fill the void between the 8280 TTV and 9340 TTV.

The standout feature of the new 8 is its redesigned SigmaVision four-pillar cab, offering improved visibility and more space.

It features air suspension and claims unmatched quietness and zero vibrations.

Inside, it is equipped with a new iControl armrest with a 12.8-inch iMonitor 5- and 15-inch iCluster pillar display.

Deutz has opted to collaborate with FPT for its 6.7l engine which delivers up to 1,398Nm of torque.

Under this sits a brand-new front axle. In terms of hydraulics, flow has increased to 220l/min while rear lift capacity is rated at 12,000kg.

Series 5 Keyline

Also making a first appearance at Agritechnica were two, larger 5 Key line tractors. The new 116hp 5115 Keyline and 126hp 5125 Keyline models join the existing four model series, which until now, ranged from 75hp to 106hp in the 5105 Keyline model.

For the most part, everything goes unchanged, including the 3.85l Deutz Farmotion 45 four-cylinder engine.

The new flagship model features a reinforced 40/40 Hi-Lo transmission with a brake-to-neutral function as standard. Its permissible rear axle load has also increased from 4,000kg to 5,000kg while the total load capacity has increased by 500kg to 7,500kg.

At the backend, the rear linkage lift capacity is 5,410kg while the hydraulic pump offers 68l/min. The model on display was shod on 440/65R28 front and 540/65R38 rear tyres.

Lindner, the family-owned Austrian tractor brand, renowned for its compact four-wheel steering tractors, unveiled a brand-new model. The new flagship Lintrac 160 is the largest tractor built by the firm to date, churning out 175hp at the flywheel and 160hp at the PTO shaft.

Lindner has fitted the 160 with a 4.5l four-cylinder FPT engine and a ZF TMT14 stepless transmission, capable of 50km/h at 1,660rpm. In terms of hydraulics, it is equipped with a 120l/min Bosch Rexroth variable displacement pump.

True to its DNA, manoeuvrability and compact size remains core to the Lintrac 160’s design. As an option, the rear axle can rotate up to 20 degree allowing a turning circle diameter of 8.5m. At the touch of a button, the rear steering angle can be limited. Tyre sizes of up to 650/65 R38 can be fitted.

Inside, the cab is a new multifunction armrest with a 10-inch display and clearly laid out controls. Although, the brand doesn’t have an official presence in Ireland and is not expected to have any time soon, pricing for the Lintrac 160 starts at €175,000

Massey Ferguson has broadened the appeal of its 5S tractors, which is now available with the option of its Dyna-VT stepless transmission, further complementing the Dyna-4 and Dyna-6 versions.

All five 5S models in either Efficient or Exclusive trims can be specified with the Dyna-VT single range unit, offering stepless speed adjustment from 0.1km/h to 40km/h. Speed control can be set via the foot accelerator pedal, hand throttle lever or the power control lever, while the maximum 40km/h can be achieved at 1,550rpm.

Those opting for the basic Essential trim will only have the choice of the Dyna-4 and Dyna-6 transmissions.

The Dyna-VT unit offers two virtual speed ranges which can be saved and selected on the control lever along with two different start of speeds and cruise control speeds. Other features include the ‘parklock’ automatic parking brake function which is engaged via the shuttle lever.

As well as the new continuously variable transmission, Dyna-VT models feature new front and rear axles, a new hydraulic system, and a new rear linkage and hitch.

Case IH introduced the new Farmall M to replace the Luxxum series, which has been out of production since 2023. There are three models, fitted with a 3.6l four-cylinder engine; 100M (100hp), 110M (110hp) and 120M (120hp).

The Farmall M has a 5,200kg rear lift capacity and a gross vehicle weight of 8,000kg and a top speed of 40km/h at 1,970rpm. Coupled with the engine is the ActiveDrive 4 16x16 semi-powershift transmission which features eight automatic gearshifts.

There is an option of a creeper box doubling speeds to a number of 32x32 as well as an option of front and cab suspension. Offering more spec than the Farmall C, there is an option to equip Farmall M models with autosteer and Isobus. An 80l/min gear type hydraulic pump is standard.

Puma SWB and new Optum series

Similar to its sister CNH brands, Case IH showed its new short wheelbase (SWB) Puma platform.

These new features will be available on the Puma 155, 165 and 185 models with an updated CVXDrive transmissions, full powershift or for the first time the Active Drive 8 dual-clutch semi-powershift unit.

Similar to its blue counterpart, other major updates include a new front axle with improved suspension and steering lock, a reworked engine power curve with increased torque, reworked cabin with new control layout and a new 170l/min hydraulic pump option.

Case IH also publicly unveiled its new generation of Optum tractors from 360hp to 435hp. The Optum 360, 390 and 440 are completely new aside from the cab.

While the wheelbase is longer than the current Magnums, new Optum models are shorter overall and lighter, increasing their versatility and appeal within Europe. There is a new front axle with independent front suspension and a larger version of the 4x2 CVXDrive transmission found in existing Optums. Also new, is the ability of newcoming models to reach 60km/h at 1,900rpm and 66km/h and 2,050rpm.

The new models can also take up to 44-inch rear and 34-inch front wheels. Working weight sits around 12,450kg while the max weight is 19,000kg. To maximise hydraulic output, the 220l/min pump can be paired with a 140l/min unit for a combined output of 360l/min.

New Holland presented its new generation of short wheelbase T7 tractors to the public alongside unveiling three brand new T7 XD models, from 360hp to 442hp.

Starting with the new short wheelbase T7, almost all core updates are identical to its Case IH and Steyr counterparts. This includes a new front axle with improved front suspension and steering lock, reowrked engine power curve, new cab interior, an updated Auto Command CVT as well as the option of the Dynamic Command dual-clutch transmission, just to name the most major changes.

There has also been improvements made around the backend, including improved operator access as well as the option of a larger 170l/min hydraulic pump.

New Holland also unveiled its T7 XD series which includes a 360hp T7.360 XD, 390hp T7.390 XD and 435hp T7.440 XD, a new from the ground up platform with the exception for the cab which is shared with T7 HD tractors, albeit tweaked.

Like the new Optum models, the new XD tractors feature the 8.7l Cursor 9 FPT engine and a brand-new Terraglide front axle along with a revised version of the Auto Command CVT, capable of 66km/h.

Maximum gross weight is up to 19,000kg while lift capacity of the new front linkage is 6,100kg and 11,942kg at the rear. The optional new MegaFlow dual circuit hydraulic pump churns out 360l/min which is 67% more than current T7 HD tractors. The cab features an upgraded frame and more refined suspension system, minimising roll.

Zetor didn’t have its own stand at Agritechnica this year, but was part of the Czech manufacturer’s exhibition area.

The manufacturer displayed its 6170, the flagship model in its new 6 series which was first previewed last year.

The new 6 series is made up of four models: the 6130 (130hp), 6140 (141hp), 6160 (156hp) and the 6170 (171hp). All models in the range source power from the same 4.1l Deutz four-cylinder engine, which Zetor said was chosen based on its compactness, contributing towards an overall shorter wheelbase.

This engine is water-cooled and turbocharged with a common rail injection system with full electronic management. All models feature the same six-stage semi-automatic ZF powershift transmission.

The 6 series features the new Pininfarina designed cab. The series can be factory-fitted with an Isobus touchscreen terminal in two size options, and has the option of coming with Topcon auto steer. With a one-piece front windscreen, slim pillars, the suspended cab comes with a new air conditioning and heating system. It’s fitted with an air suspended and swivelling seat, a touchscreen terminal and up to 12 LED work lights.

The range come with four PTO speeds (540/540E/1,000/1,000E), 120l/min hydraulics and a rear lift capacity of 9.7t (front 3.5t). With an operating weight of 6,800kg, the tractors have a maximum total permissible weight of up to 11,500kg.

Zetor is currently revamping its tractor offering. It’s currently testing a new 5 series which will replace the Proxima, with plans on developing a new lower horsepower 4 series and a larger horsepower 7 series.

Fendt’s unveiled its new 500 and 800 Vario series. Starting off with the 500 Vario, the new Gen4 series features four models (513, 514, 515 and 516), from 134 to 164hp. Similar to the larger series, the 500 series now gains Fendt’s ‘dynamic performance’ added power concept which releases an additional 10hp when needed.

The five litre, four-cylinder AGCO Power Core 50 engine now combines with the Fendt iD low-speed concept with a nominal speed of 1,900rpm with a high torque at of up to 792Nm on the flagship 516 Vario model. The single-stage VarioDrive TA120 drive features independent four-wheel drive. Fendt’s 500 Vario series has a payload of up to 4.9t and a permissible overall weight of 11.75t. The tractor features either 110 or 152l/min hydraulic flow rates with up to nine spool valves. The 500 Vario is equipped with Fendt ONE as standard, meaning it features all the smart options of the Fendt larger tractors.

New 800 Vario series

The fifth generation of the new Fendt 800 Vario features three models – the 826, 829 and the 832, with 260 to 320hp. The series features the ‘dynamic performance’ added power concept, releasing 23hp when required. The VarioDrive transmission is paired with the eight litre, six-cylinder AGCO Core 80 engine.

The VarioDrive drivetrain with permanent, independent four-wheel drive was first introduced in 2014 with the Fendt 1000 Vario and is now available for the first time in the Fendt 800 series.

VarioDrive drives the front and rear axles independently of each other. The Fendt iD low-speed concept allows the 800 Vario to achieve 40km/h at 950rpm, 50km/h at 1,200rpm, and 60km/h at 1,450rpm. It features an operating weight of 9.9t with a permissible overall weight of up to 17.5t.

With more power than its 4000 series, but in a more compact frame than the 8000 series, JCB has unveiled its new 6000 series Fastrac. The new 6000 has been in development for more than five years and testing for three, making it JCB’s largest-ever tractor project, built from the ground up and sharing only the iCON cab frame with the current ranges.

The new series includes two models; the 6260 at 284hp and 6300 at 335hp. JCB has partnered with FPT to use its NEF 6.7l engine. At least 95% of the max torque output is delivered across a 600rpm band from 1,200-1,800rpm. The new engine has been paired up with a ZF Eccom 3.1 continuously variable transmission offering speeds up to 66km/h.

JCB is now sourcing the complete axle and hub assembly from Dana for the 6000 series. In terms of brakes, ABS remains standard. However, there has been a move back towards the use of one large single piston brake calliper instead of two callipers per disc.

The rear three-point linkage is rated to lift 11,000kg, up from 8,000kg in the 4000 series and to the surprise of many, 1,000kg more than the 8000 series. Front lift capacity is rated at 5,000kg, which is also ahead of the current generations which offer a 3,500kg front lift capacity.

The hydraulic pump offers 205l/min which can be optionally doubled up into a twin pump configuration and offer a 410l/min output.

The G Series was the first of Valtra’s fifth generation tractors launched in 2020, and now, the 100-145hp models are now available with a continuously variable transmission (CVT). The existing Powershift models will remain in production, with no changes to engine output. The new CVT option is available across all four G Series models and comes in two configurations: Active and SmartTouch.

Developed and manufactured by AGCO, the CVT transmission features a single working range from 0 to 40km/h, making operation simple. All CVT models are equipped with Load Sensing hydraulics.

Valtra says the CVT also supports fuel efficiency, keeping engine revs low while maintaining productivity. The powertrain operates on the EcoPower principle, already proven in Valtra’s larger Q and S Series tractors. There is no need for separate EcoPower models in the G Series CVT lineup.

One of the surprises on the Claas stand at Agritechnica was the unveiling of a new Arion 6.190 CMATIC model, and the start of what is the new generation Arion 6 tractors. Set to replace the Arion 660 which is the best-selling Arion model in the next business year, the newcomer features new bonnet styling, new model numbering along with some power delivery and comfort upgrades

The new era of styling shares a lot of similarities with the all-new Axion 9 and Xerion 12 series, showing the direction the brand is headed. Inside the cab, there are new comfort features, including a new premium driver’s seat with massage function, and an upgraded multimedia system with wireless Apple CarPlay/ Android Auto. Work lights have also been upgraded, with up to 20 LED headlamps and new step lighting.

The same 6.8l engine remains underneath, however, the new ‘dynamic power’ system has been introduced. Instead of the previous stepped approach, boost is now gradually activated from 185hp to 205hp. The remainder of the range will adopt the new styling in due course.