2013 Tractor News
John Deere officials today inaugurated the company's second tractor factory in India to build agricultural tractors to meet the requirements of the small land holding customers in India and for export to other nearby markets. The new facility is located in Dewas, which is northeast of Indore, the largest city in the state of Madhya Pradesh.
Case IH has announced its most powerful Magnum tractors yet, offering producers the ultimate mix of industry-leading horsepower, fuel efficiency and a new high-horsepower CVT option while meeting strict Tier 4 B/Final emissions standards. This new 2014 lineup includes significant horsepower upgrades in all Magnum models, thanks to field-proven Case IH Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR)-only emissions technology combined with a new Case IH Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) design for high-horsepower machines that maximizes available power.
Case IH announces that Case IH Continuously Variable Transmissions (CVT) technology is now available for the Maxxum tractor line up, with Maxxum 110, 120 and 130 CVT options. First introduced into the North American market with the Puma family in 2008, Case IH CVT simplifies tractor operation while also delivering the best balance of power and fuel efficiency.
The new Case IH Tier 4 B/Final Steiger lineup offers the highest-horsepower agricultural tractor available in the market today the Steiger 620. This behemoth tractor is part of the next generation of Steiger tractors, with significantly increased horsepower and upgraded cab features to help producers make the most of long workdays.
This fall, Case IH is introducing an additional model that will be the highest-horsepower tracked row crop tractor on the market, the new Rowtrac 500. The new model adds 50 more horsepower to the Rowtrac line and introduces an even wider track undercarriage.
In the first make-over of its popular 7R Series Tractors since their introduction in 2011, John Deere is rolling out five new 7R Tractor models from 210 to 290 engine horsepower for 2014. Along with a new engine that meets Final Tier 4 emissions requirements and the e23 Power Shift Transmission, the new 7R Tractors provide customers with more power, performance and greater comfort and control.
The evolution of John Deere's popular workhorse 8R Series Tractors continues in 2014 with the launch of six new wheel and three new track models, all with Final Tier 4 engines ranging in horsepower from 245 to 370. These new 2014 models integrate the latest technology to provide the utmost in power, comfort and performance for row-crop tractors in this class.
Massey Ferguson, a worldwide brand of AGCO, will introduce and display the 1700 Series premium compact tractors at the 2013 Farm Progress Show, Aug. 2729 in Decatur, Ill. The 1700 Series tractors, building upon the success of the popular 1600 Series, deliver sophistication, comfort and performance in a versatile, durable package usually found only in full-size models. The tractors feature new, clean-burning Tier 4-compliant turbo-charged diesel engines that provide excellent performance and reliability.
Kubota Tractor Corporation introduces two new models to its premium M-60 utility ag tractor line: the M6060 and M7060. The deluxe M7060 new 12-speed transmission cab and ROPS model offers reduced engine emissions, high-capacity hydraulics, low noise and electric engagement of four-wheel drive with the flip of a switch. Farms of all sizes will benefit from Kubota's updated M60 tractors with their increased power and added versatility to tackle a range of jobs with ease from hauling, material handling and loader work to snow removal and operating hay tools.
Versatile, Canada's only tractor manufacturer, is introducing a brand new tractor for the North American market. The new Versatile DeltaTrack, a four-track machine with industry-leading technology, is the first track machine to carry the Versatile name.
