2010 Tractor News
Results of PowerMix tests on New Holland's new T7 Series tractors by the DLG (Deutsche Landwirtschafts-Gesellschaft), the German Society for Agriculture, officially confirm the tractors' record-setting, best-in-class fuel economy in the 150 - 200 PTO hp class. The T7 tractors feature Tier 4A emissions-compliant engines with Fiat Powertrain Tier 4 SCR engine technology.
Case IH today shipped the world's first tractor that meets the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Tier 4A emissions requirements for agricultural equipment. The engine in the new Magnum Series tractor uses Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) to reduce particulate matter and nitrogen oxides in emissions while actually boosting power, and improving fuel efficiency and durability.
November of 2010 marks TractorData.com's ten-year anniversary. The site began in the 1990s as a Deere "fan" page while I was studying computer science in college. I had grown up at the family John Deere dealership; working and attending shows with my father and grandfather. Most manufacturers did not have web sites at the time, and I began receiving emails for information on more brands. In November of 2000, TractorData.com was created to include all makes of farm tractors.
CNH will resume production at the CNH Racine Tractor Plant, Training Center and North America Parts Operations facility on Monday, Nov. 1. Operations halted Tuesday morning, Oct. 26, after a tornado struck the facility, causing significant damage. Employees were sent home on Tuesday and were notified to not report to work for the rest of the week while damage was assessed. A damage estimate is not yet available.
The Bussert estate auction was held on Octobr 21 and 22 in Fairbault, Minnesota. The massive auction featured over 700 antique tractors with multiple rings on both days to sell over 3,000 total lots. Paul Bussert passed away in 2008. Mr. Bussert was an active collector and parts dealer, most of the tractors were salvage units from Bussert Tractor Parts.
Author and photographer Peter D. Simpson has created the most exhaustive volumes on large articulated four-wheel drive tractors. The Ultimate Tractor Power series of books covers dozens of manufacturers, both large and small. A four-volume video set produced by Mr. Simpson chronicles the history of large tractor manufacturers in North America. TractorData recently had the opportunity to talk with Mr. Simpson about his work.
Albany, Minnesota's 2010 Pioneer Days were held September 17 to 19. Late summer rain left the show grounds a bit damp, but it turned out to be a nice weekend for a show. Featured this year was J.I. Case tractors and equipment. A nice display of Case tractors was in the feature area, along with a wide selection of other makes throughout the grounds. Next year's show will feature Cockshutt.
To celebrate winning the prestigious 2010 Tractor of the Year Award as well as the Golden Tractor for Design Award, New Holland is offering two special edition T7000 Series "Blue Power" tractors that are guaranteed to turn heads.
New Holland T8 Series tractors combine the productivity enhancing speed and stability of a long, 11'4" wheelbase with the agility you'd expect from a short wheelbase. The five models in the new T8 Series range from 235 hp to 339 hp.
"With the combination of the longest wheelbase in the industry and New Holland's optional TerraGlide suspended front axle, the T8 Series tractors provide a comfortable ride and superior traction without sacrificing maneuverability," says Wade Prouse, New Holland Tractor Marketing Manager. "These tractors provide exceptional stability and agility, not only in the field, but also on the road at high transport speeds. Our customers can get their jobs done faster and in more comfort than ever before."
New Holland's T9 Series 4WD tractors meet the power and productivity needs of both row crop and broad acres producers with a choice of a standard or wide frame, industry-leading hydraulics, the largest cab in the industry and the industry's first cab suspension system.
