New Tier IV Compliant Tractors
September 12, 2012 
Mahindra USA introduces its interim-Tier IV, for above 75 HP, emission compliant mCRD engine. It will be available beginning in November, initially on its 8560 2WD, 8560 4WD and 8560 4WD shuttle cab tractor. The Mahindra Common Rail Diesel (mCRD) engine is a high performance engine that is said to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by more than 360 tons per year.
The 8560 tractors, with an 83 HP mCRD engine, are heavy duty, full-size utility tractors that offer fuel efficient high performance with cleaner exhaust emissions and reduced visible engine smoke. Mahindra’s interim-Tier IV compliant mCRD features include:
• high pressure fuel injection engine greatly reducing visible engine smoke,
• multiple injection points for fuel efficiency with greener emissions including a reduction in NOx and Particulate Matter (PM),
• diesel oxidation catalyst (DOC) after treatment system that does not require regeneration, and
• high-efficiency positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) technology to capture and clean gases from the combustion chamber before releasing them into the environment.
“Our multi-million dollar investment in this unique mCRD technology is another example of Mahindra’s unwavering commitment to growing its presence in the North American farm equipment industry,” said Cleo Franklin, vice president, marketing and strategic planning, Mahindra USA. “This interim-Tier IV compliant engine has been in testing for years at Mahindra’s EPA-certified facility and is ready to go to market with the Mahindra performance and reliability our customers expect at a very competitive price.”
The diesel oxidation catalyst (DOC), unique to the Mahindra mCRD engine, provides a lower cost, low-maintenance solution to meet the Tier IV emission standards. Due to its reduced system complexity, the DOC eliminates the diesel particulate filter resulting in no back pressure monitor and filter cleaning for greater protection.
Mahindra’s Tier IV compliance product roll out will continue with a full line of mCRD tractors available in 2013. For complete details about the mCRD technology and the 8560 mCRD model go to www.mahindrausa.com/mCRD.