One of John Deere’s three announcements in May of this year was the introduction of the new 2430 line of chisel plows, which will replace the current 2410 models. They will also be available in a second configuration, as the 2430C nutrient applicators. According to the brand, the new 2430s will provide better soil levelling […] Read more
John Deere introduces new tillage tools
Updating the 2410 and new high-speed implements come to the Deere line
Running late
If you follow along on this blog, you may have noticed I haven’t posted a new entry in a couple of weeks. Sorry about that. Officially, I’m on holiday. Our editorial director emailed me a couple of weeks ago to tell me I had two weeks of unused leave to burn off before the end […] Read more
AGCO introduces the new MF 1700M Series tractors
36- to 60-horsepower tractors for those smaller jobs
Using the Farm Progress Show in Boone, Iowa, as the venue, AGCO introduced the Massey Ferguson 1700M Series compact tractors, which is made up of two models offering 36 and 60 horsepower. The larger tractor can be ordered with either a 12×12 power shuttle or electronically controlled three-range hydrostatic transmission. The smaller tractor is available […] Read more
John Deere adds more options to the 9R, RT and RX Series
More track choices and a hydraulic upgrade for high-horsepower tractors
In June John Deere announced several updates to its 2019 model year 9R, 9RT, and 9RX tractors. They include what the green brand describes as “a mix of the latest technology and performance-enhancing features.” For the first time, Deere will offer a 120-inch (3.05 metre) track spacing option on 9470RX, 9520RX, 9570RX and 9620RX four-track […] Read more
Tire Grabber handles large farm equipment tires with ease
Loader attachment reduces manual effort during tire changes
Tired of handling those large sprayer and tractor tires in the farm workshop every time they need to be changed? If so, Alberta entrepreneur Darcy Goossen may have exactly the tool farmers need to avoid all that sweat and back strain. The Tire Grabber is an attachment for a skid steer or ordinary front-end loader […] Read more
Case IH ups the ante on tractor warranty
Longer warranty and new features standard on 2019 Magnums and Steigers
Case IH is putting the pressure on its competitors this fall by offering a new three-year, 2,000 hour standard warranty on its 2019 line of Steiger four-wheel drive tractors. And they’ll also arrive on the farm with a factory-installed telematics package and a free one-year subscription to the brand’s AFS Connect telematics package. AFS Connect […] Read more
Reviewing the M7 Kubota
Our observations after getting up close and personal with two M7 tractors
A couple of years ago Kubota introduced its flagship M7 line of tractors, which pushed the available horsepower in its tractor line to 168. Since then the orange brand has been pushing to become a much bigger player in the ag equipment market, with a stated intention of eventually becoming a full-line manufacturer. But there’s […] Read more
PHOTOS: What we liked – and didn’t like – about the Kubota M7 tractor
M7 tractor stats Kubota’s current line of M7 tractors consists of three models ranging from 131 to 168 engine horsepower (100 to 140 at the PTO). The 131 and 151 claim a 20 horsepower power boost, while the 171 is rated for five. Each model is available with a 24-speed powershift or CVT transmission, and […] Read more
Saying goodbye to an old friend
There were obvious signs of relief in many quarters this week as a new NAFTA agreement was finally reached. At the insistence of the U.S. president, however, it will get a new name. Now it’s the USMCA, which CBC’s comedy show ’22 Minutes” suggested in a tweet sounded like—and should be sung like—the classic line […] Read more
John Deere adds a “light weight” sprayer
R4044 joins the Green brand’s 4 Series sprayer line
In May John Deere announced the introduction of the R4044 sprayer. Although it offers a 1,200 gallon (4,542 litre) product tank and sports a 325 horsepower, nine-litre diesel under the hood, it still weighs in nine per cent lighter than the R4045. Deere’s marketing staff say this machine fills a niche for those who are […] Read more
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