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Strautmann has launched a more agile and simplified version of its Verti-Mix mixer wagon. Tagged as the Professional range, the shortened front end and reconfigured driveline guarding makes the new models suitable for smaller yards and difficult to access buildings.The new range comprises six single-tub machines from 7.5...

In the same year it celebrates 60 years of tractor production, the New Holland plant at Basildon has just made its two millionth tractor.The milestone tractor, a 225hp T7.225, has received a celebration livery comprising candy blue body panels, silver and black graphics with the Union Jack flag, a ‘2,000,000 Basildon T...

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Average power of the 5,882 new 50hp+ tractors registered in the UK in first six months of this year was 180.7hp. This is the first time the figure has exceeded 180hp.This is the second successive sizeable year-on-year rise, reports the AEA. The average power from January to June 2022 of 166.2hp increased to 173.5hp in th...

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Massey Ferguson has added six new models to its RK twin rotor rake range. Working widths are from 7.6m to 10m and the new models come with ISObus operation (Pro).A new flexHIGH speed-dependant raking height system automatically raises and lowers the machine to maintain the optimum working height. All rotors have maintena...

The Claas combi Rollant 455 RC Uniwrap is transforming into the 630 with a number of subtle changes to speed up the wrapping process in fact enough tweaks to warrant the name change.Starting at the front, this is the first Claas pickup to get plastic stripper bands that can be released by pressing a tab with a screwdrive...

Massey Ferguson has added two heavy-duty butterfly mowers to its DM range; the 9614 TL and 10114 TL. Working widths are 9.6m and 10.1m respectively.Available alongside the existing DM 8612 TL and DM 9614 TL, the new models are equipped with the latest spur gear cutterbar and a conditioner as standard. There is a choice o...

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Czech manufacturer SMS is in the process of expanding its Severit G cultivator range with a 12m model.Currently in the final test phase, but already available to order, by combining different units (front crossboad/roller, chisels/tines, finishing bar/roller), the 12m Severit G 1200 levels the land, break up clods and pr...

Despite the challenging market conditions, the Amazone Group enjoyed a 6.0% increase in sales last year to a record €852 million.Last year’s record result follows a 22% increase in sales in 2022 to €804 million. It remains to be seen if the company can keep the momentum going this year. Global economic conditions r...

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The centre-block tread design on the FL 695 steel-belted radial trailer tyre from Indian multinational BKT is said to provide good stability in all summer and winter conditions.Also resulting in good self-cleaning properties both in the field and on the road, the FL 695 is currently available in four sizes: 600/55 R 26.5...

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Kuhn Farm Machinery has added a trio of wider models to its Prolander cultivator range; the 9000 (9.2m), 12000 (12.2m) and 14000 (14.2m). All three are suitable for controlled traffic systems.Aimed at users requiring a versatile and high output machine for a variety of soil conditions, like the smaller siblings in the ra...

Austrian tractor manufacturer Steyr is testing a hydrogen fuel cell-powered tractor based on an adapted version of a 4140 Expert CVT.A joint project between engineers at the CNH tractor plant in St. Valentin and the TU University in Vienna, the diesel block in the FCtrac, as it is called, has been swapped for a 14kWh hig...

With a working width of 13.34m and a power requirement of around 55hp, the 12-rotor C 1340 is the new top model in the Krone Vendro rotary tedder range.The working width of the 12 x 1.5m diameter OptiTurn rotors (each with six tine arms) is 24cm wider than the KWT 1300 model it succeeds, and the new Vendro flagship comes...

The growing popularity of wholecrop cereals for livestock and a food source for anaerobic digesters has led Claas to add a new auger-based merging system and introduce some other grouping options as it rejigs its Disco butterfly mower range.The Disco 9300 Direct Swather replaces the conditioner with an auger that can be ...

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Czech manufacturer SMS has added reversible ploughs to the portfolio. Called the Infinite, there are four models from 4-6 furrows. Recommended tractor power is from 190 to 215hp.Suitable for both sandy and clay soils, standard equipment includes a hydraulic cylinder with automated turning unit. The plough bodies are shea...

The Alpego Inversa stone-burier is said to be capable of creating a friable seedbed in even the stoniest soils.Based on the Italian manufacturer’s rotary tiller, or ‘rotovator’ range there are three versions of the Inversa. The 2.5-3.0m IG range for tractors from 90-170hp and 3.0-4.0m IZ variants rated for 140hp to...