Check Out These New and Updated Specialty Crop Tractors for 2018
In the market for a tractor? Take a look at what’s new to the market in 2018. We’ve also rounded up improvements to older models, and new tractor accessories and equipment.
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1526 Tractor from Mahindra
Mahindra has two new 1526 tractor models. It is available with either 8x8 shuttle (1526 S) or 3 range hydrostatic (1526 H) transmission and offers a wider and longer wheel base. The 1526 has side controls, tilt steering, standard cruise on HST, right-hand step, and a thick rubber floor mat. The 1526 models offer the only shuttle transmission in its class.
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2538 4WD HST Cab from Mahindra
Mahindra has two new 2538 models. the 2538 series is available with a hydrostatic transmission in either an open station or cab configuration. The 2538 with a factory-installed cab provides an exceptional price for a cab model in the horsepower range. Both 2538 models are easy to operate and maintain, featuring a wet sleeve engine. Mahindra’s unique Tier IV solution mCRD has no DPF filter and requires no additional driver involvement or training to operate, no high heat and no regeneration down-time.
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4610M HC tractor from Massey Ferguson
Massey Ferguson's 4610M HC tractor is rugged, efficient, and dependable. It's designed to handle all kinds of crops, like berries, broccoli, potatoes, tobacco, and sugar cane, as well as being environmentally smart and working efficiently in taller crops and deeper beds.
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5090EL Low-Profile Utility Tractor from John Deere
The 5090EL Low-Profile Utility Tractor from John Deere has an overall height of 69 inches. It is run with a 90 hp John Deere PowerTech engine, which is designed to run RPM lower, saving fuel and reducing overall cost of operation. It comes with a two-year or 2,000-hour full comprehensive warranty, and a five-year or 2,000-hour Powertrain warranty.
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5125ML Low-Profile Utility Tractor from John Deere
5125ML Low-Profile Utility Tractor from John Deere has a 125 hp John Deere PowerTech engine, and its 4% power bulge activates at 15 mph. The PowrQuad transmission offers push-button gear selection without the foot clutch, while an optional high-capacity hitch option provides nearly four tons of lift.
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Case IH Farmall N Series Tractor
With three models ranging from 80 to 110 horsepower, the Case IH Farmall N Series Tractors are specifically designed for vineyards, orchards, or any other applications where space is at a premium. Available in both cab and ROPS configurations, these models are ISO-mounted to reduce noise and vibration.
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Case IH Farmall V Tractors
With two models at 80 and 110 engine horsepower, Case IH Farmall V Tractors are designed to fit perfectly between vineyard rows — from 42.5- to 49-inch widths — and with a low center of gravity for steep inclines. Available in cab and ROPS configurations, cab isolation mounting, and high-performance air filtration provide a comfortable ride for operators.
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TK4 Tractors from New Holland
New Holland’s TK4 tractors are designed with emphasis on stability, providing traction to climb the hills and mountains of orchards, vineyards, and nut groves. With four models up to 86 PTO horsepower, the TK4 series provides powerful performance, as well as efficient fuel usage.
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T4F Tractors from New Holland
T4F Tractors from New Holland combine more power and a bold new style with enhanced operator comfort and safety. All four models feature a sleek design that’s ideal for the narrow rows of orchards and nut groves. The standard SuperSteer FWD front axle makes these tractors extremely maneuverable.
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T4V Tractors from New Holland
T4V Tractors from New Holland provide operators with enhanced ergonomics, advanced driver safety, and powerful new hydraulic options, all in a streamlined package. With widths as narrow as 43.1 inches and PTO horsepower from 65 to 93, these tractors are a great choice for operations with extremely narrow rows.
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5100MH High-Crop Utility Tractor from John Deere
5100MH High-Crop Utility Tractor from John Deere now feature three new transmissions compatible with open center hydraulics and electrohydraulic hitch. John Deere also added integrated technology to make the 5ML tractors smarter too.
The tractors have more than 23 inches (594 mm) of front axle clearance, an open station and premium cab offer comfort features that reduce fatigue. It's cooling system handles harsh conditions, offers easy, tool-free cleaning and maximizes uptime. The low hood design for increased visibility and operational efficiency.
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5115ML Low-Profile Utility Tractor from John Deere
5115ML Low-Profile Utility Tractor from John Deere has a newly designed, low-profile hood for improved visibility and access, as well as the same new features as the 5100MH (new transmissions and integrated technology).
The 5115 ML's 115 hp engine complies with emissions requirements and performs regeneration automatically for maximum uptime. Its 16F/16R PowrReverser transmission offers an easy, clutch-free forward and reverse and a left-hand shuttle-shift control.
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eMax-S-series-from-Mahindra
Mahindra eMax S has four updated models: Gear 22, Hydro 22, Hydro 25, and Hydro 25 Cab.
The group of under 25 HP eMax S models feature: 35% more 3-point lift capacity; 9% more loader lift capacity and 5% more lift height; more built-in weight and larger tires for better traction and stability; easy-to-add implements, including backhoe, mower, snow blower, blade,and broom; a factory installed cab on the eMax S 25.
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Kleber Cropker Wheel
Kleber is introducing a new agricultural radial tire for the North American market. The Kleber Cropker answers the farmer’s narrow tire needs for equipment of small and medium capacity, self-propelled sprayers, towed equipment, and tractors. For use with crops that require narrow tires (between 9- and 12-inch section widths), including beets, strawberries, cane, grapes, and other small crops — this tire is designed to provide the benefits of optimized traction, a self-cleaning tread pattern, robust construction and improved plant protection.
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TS6 Tractors from New Holland
TS6 Tractors from New Holland is available in a high-clearance configuration for vegetable and specialty crop operations. With a maximum axle clearance of 28 inches, the TS6.120 High-Clearance tractor maneuvers down rows of specialty crops with ease. To match the needs of different farming practices and row spacing, the front axle adjusts from 72 to 84 inches.
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1526 Tractor from Mahindra
2538 4WD HST Cab from Mahindra
4610M HC tractor from Massey Ferguson
5090EL Low-Profile Utility Tractor from John Deere
5125ML Low-Profile Utility Tractor from John Deere
Case IH Farmall N Series Tractor
Case IH Farmall V Tractors
TK4 Tractors from New Holland
T4F Tractors from New Holland
T4V Tractors from New Holland
5100MH High-Crop Utility Tractor from John Deere
5115ML Low-Profile Utility Tractor from John Deere
eMax-S-series-from-Mahindra
Kleber Cropker Wheel
TS6 Tractors from New Holland
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Carol Miller is Editor of American Vegetable Grower. See all author stories here.