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Patchwork have launched their new BlackBox Go GPS system

February 2nd, 2012

Patchwork have launched their new BlackBox Go GPS system. Patchwork say its the simplest ever guidance systemto install and use. BlackBox Go has an on screen start up wizard for step by step configuration, clearer and more informative screen more integrated hardware and simplified software makes navigation easier than before. The BlackBox Go unit can be easily updated which will enable all the features of the BlackBox Advance. Patchwork's Commercial Director Sue Davies said that with the BlackBox Go we have taken on board feedback from the market place and as a result we have the most user friendly system ever it really is a case of order install and go. The BlackBox Go is available from £1475.

20000 hp of CASE IH Quadtrac

January 30th, 2012

CASE IH are sponsoring a Quadtrac record attempt in aid of Relay for Life a Cancer Research UK initiative, The most CASE IH Quadtrac's cultivating in one field. Helen Rainthorpe who is organising the event says the idea for the event came from one of her farms Quadtrac drivers Neil Maddison who felt that it would be a fitting event to hold in memory of John Rainthorpe Helen's father who passed away in 2010. Since then Helen has taken over the farm and has become the fourth generation to run the family farm. The event is a world record attempt and will take place on 28th of July at Westhall Farm, Welton Cliff, Lincoln LN2 3PZ. If you want to take part or donate to a worthy charity contact Helen at admin@quadtracrecord.co.uk or for more details www.quadtracrecord.co.

John Deere DirectDrive transmission

January 26th, 2012

John Deere's new DirectDrive transmission will be availably on 6 cylinder 6R series 140hp to 210hp later this year. The DirectDrive transmission combines infinitly variable shift transmission with the power efficiency of a mechanical transmission and has been specifically designed for tasks which require continuous power such as ploughing and towing. The transmission uses a double clutch and electromagnetic actuchors to enable fast and smooth changes between speeds and ranges. the DirectDrive transmission can be used in manual mode via a control lever or automatic mode. there are 3 ranges and eight speed in each range with a max speed of 50kms.

CASE IH have expanded its Efficient Power technology to more models in the range

January 25th, 2012

CASE IH has expanded its Efficient Power technology accros more models in its range to include the new Maxxum and Farmall U these models join the Puma and Magnum ranges in sporting the very latest engine technology that offers high perforance and reduced fuel consumption. CASE IH's Racine production facility in Wisconsin has been accredited with ISO500001 certification for energy managment.

A Volvo FH12-460 truck called the Black Pearl

January 21st, 2012

Mr Lucjan Irgas and his Volvo FH12-460 called The Black Pearl are the stars of Volvo Trucks online series Welcome to my cab. Welcome to my cab invites viewers into the cabs of truck drivers from all around the world. In this episode Polish truck driver Lucjan Igras tells us how he came up with the idea to decorate his Volvo FH12-460 while watching Pirates of the Caribbean. www.Machineshift.

CASE IH have appointed Sylvain Blaise as senior director of gobal tractor marketing

January 19th, 2012

Case IH have appointed Sylvain Blaise as senior director of global tractor marketing. Mr Blaise has led the European Case IH and Steyr marketing teams for the past 6 years at St Valentin Austria. In his new role Mr Blaise will be moving to Case IH's World headquarters in Racine in the USA where he will be defining Case IH's global marketing Mr Blaise is from a dairy/mixed farm in Bourgogne France and has 15 years professional experience in agricultural technology.

John Deere debut the 9R and 6210R tractors and the XUV 550 Gator at LAMMA Show

January 18th, 2012

John Deere will have the new 9R series tractor, the new 6210R tractor and the new XUV 550 Gator at LAMMA Show this week The new XUV 550 and XUV 550 S4 Gators are smaller lighter in weight and are more nimble than existing models. Equiped with a V-Twin OHV air cooled petrol engine which drives the CVT transmission to a top speed of 45kph. The XUV 550 has hydraulic disc brakes all round, fully independent suspension. The cargo box can carry 181kg and the XUV 550 can tow 500kgs. John Deere's XUV 550 is a two seater and the XUV 550S4 is a 4 seater. the options list include a intergrated winch with recovery loops and cabs.

Massey Ferguson 7600 series

January 17th, 2012

The Massey Ferguson 7600 Series tractors makes their UK debut at LAMMA Show along with the new 7300 Aetivas and 7300 Beta combine harvesters. The new Massey Ferguson 7600 series have Sisu 185 hp to 235 hp SCR equiped engines, Dyna 6 semi powershift or Dyna-VT CVT transmissions. A new cab with curved front windscreen inside there is a new slimline dash and instrument panel. You also get a choice of suspension a mechanical system and hydraulic OptiRide Plus.

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Peugeot

January 16th, 2012

Peugeot are now the fourth largest European car company in terms of sales Peugeot has achieved an increase of 48% in sales outside of Europe. World wide 2114000 vehicles were sold in 2011.

Fendt 714 VARIO

January 11th, 2012

Fendt will be showing the new 714 Vario for the first time at LAMMA Show The 714 is one of 3 new models 714 (145hp) 716 (165hp) and the 718 (180hp) these tractors are powered by 6.06 ltr 6 cylinder Deutz engine using SCR exaust after treatment. The 700 series uses the TMS to optimise the performance of the Vario transmission the system adjust the engine RPM and the travel speed automatically top speed of 50km/hr is achieved at 1700 RPMs which cuts fuel consumption by 10%. The new 700 series have a new cab the VisioPlus a four post cab with curved front windscreen which extends into the front of the roof. There is also a new 3 point Pneumatic suspension.