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Ride & Drives puts YOU in the driver’s seat

Published: June 20, 2024

A John Deere sprayer.

What would you rather do before deciding on a major equipment purchase: look at photos and specs online or test drive it in the field?

Meet some of the biggest brands in agriculture in the Ride & Drives area at Ag in Motion and discover what it’s like to get in the cab and take equipment for a spin. Hop on, move some bales and dirt, and try before you buy with sprayers, tractors, skid steers and compact loaders.

Try a sprayer

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Choose from state-of-the-art sprayers and start rolling over 1,500 feet of field to get a feel for how they accelerate and turn. Company representatives will be on hand to answer your questions and help you find the right fit for your operation. Drive sprayers from AGCO, Apache, John Deere Canada, Horsch Canada and Reesink Canada Wholesale.

Company representatives will be available to answer every question about their sprayers. photo: Ag in Motion

AGCO – Fendt Rogator 937

Available with tank sizes: 900 gal., 1,100 gal., 1,300 gal., and 1,580 gal. Integrated and intuitive Fendt Varioterminal provides full machine control with Raven technology. AWD SmartDrive continuously and independently powers each wheel for superior traction. Featuring LiquidLogic that lets you spray smarter, not harder. Proven Flex Frame provides continual tire contact on the ground to maintain better traction and keep the machine moving through the field and rough terrain.

Horsch 6300

The Horsch 6300 has a boom width of 133.33 ft. and a 1,700-gallon tank. It has excellent manoeuvrability and can flex and contour through the field while maintaining a very low boom height to reduce spray drift. Sub-20 inch boom heights are made possible by a 10-inch nozzle spacing. Other industry-leading features include speed cleanout and four-wheel steering.

John Deere 616R

See this John Deere model in action, equipped with See & Spray Select by John Deere, a precision targeted spraying system that delivers an average herbicide savings of 77%. Using advanced camera and nozzle-control technology, it targets weeds in fallow fields day or night, reducing herbicide use and input costs.

Reesink Canada Wholesale Agrifac Endurance II

Extreme endurance, the ability to work longer with more capacity. This is how Condor Endurance gets its name. A reliable, superior quality, self-propelled crop sprayer with a lot of endurance thanks to the unique StabiloPlus undercarriage, a 2,100-gallon tank (US), and a boom that extends to 180 feet.

Try a skid steer and compact loader

It’s your childhood dream come true: moving dirt, rocks and more, except now you can justify it as a business necessity. And with so many attachments available, you’ll have the machinery equivalent of a multi-purpose jackknife to take on almost any job on the farm. Drive skid steers and compact loaders from Brandt Tractor Ltd., New Holland, Tingley’s Harvest Centre (featuring the JCB 300T/270T skid steer with bucket) and Weidemann.

skid steers at Ag in Motion
Skid steers are extremely useful for almost any job on the farm. photo: Ag in Motion.

New Holland C362 & L328

The C362, New Holland’s largest CTL, has 114 gross horsepower and a 16,100 lb. operating weight. With a rated operating capacity of 6,200 lbs. at 50% tip, the C362 is optimized for lift- and-carry operations, allowing operators to load material with confidence. The L328, one of New Holland’s best-selling skid steer models, has 74 gross horsepower, 7,895 lbs. operating weight and has a rated operating capacity of 2,800 lbs. at 50% tip. Three different auxiliary hydraulics packages give maximum versatility. Offering class-leading space, comfort and ergonomics, the cab also provides excellent all-round visibility and reduced blind spots.

Brandt Tractor Ltd. – John Deere 334P & 335P

The new John Deere 334P skid steer pushes performance with innovation in precision and power capabilities. Engineered to exceed expectations, this powerhouse redefines efficiency on the job site. The new John Deere 335P compact track loader is the ultimate compact solution for operating in tight spaces and challenging terrain. Designed for maximum traction and versatility, this machine sets new standards in performance and adaptability.

Test driving New Holland and John Deere skid steers at Ag in Motion
New Holland and John Deere skid steers will be available to test drive. photo: Ag in Motion

Try a tractor

If one piece of farm equipment is the meat and potatoes of your operation, it’s arguably the tractor. If you’re shopping for an upgrade, it can be overwhelming to choose from the many available options, sizes and technology. The Tractor Ride & Drives lets you test different models from CLAAS, John Deere, Kubota and Versatile.

John Deere Canada 6R185 Tractor and 660R Loader

The John Deere 6R tractors offer premium performance with a high power-to-weight ratio and a power boost for enhanced productivity. The tractors boast connected John Deere precision ag technologies for streamlined task management and precision guidance. The premium comfort of the cab provides improved visibility, ergonomic controls, and reduced noise, ensuring a stylish and comfortable ride. See it combined with the John Deere R Series Loader for enhanced efficiency.

Kubota M7-4 & M8

Introducing a new generation of the M7 series: the simple and reliable Kubota M7-4. The M7 series brings a variety of new features for greater productivity and operator comfort. Expect Kubota power and the capability needed for big jobs with major performance from 128 to 168 horsepower. The Kubota M8 Series is your 200 HP year-round workhorse. It offers high-level performance for mowing, raking and baling hay, row crop tasks such as planting and tillage, material handling and more. Engineered for adaptability, performance and comfort to get the job done.

Find out more about the details on what’s showing at Ag in Motion on the AgDealer site!

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