Case IH boosts tractor technology
Case IH has announced its continuously variable transmission technology is now available for the Maxxum tractor line-up, on the Maxxum 110, 120 and 130 CVT models.
First introduced into the Australian market with the Puma family in 2008, Case IH CVT simplifies tractor operation while also delivering the best balance of power and fuel efficiency.
Case IH tractor product specialist Peter Elias said its customers were reporting the CVT was easy to use, even for inexperienced operators.
"Case IH continues to deliver on customer requests by taking the multi-purpose Maxxum tractor, which is known for its ability to handle large workloads, and furnishing it with technology to improve engine performance and fuel efficiency," Mr Elias said.
"There's no programming required - you set the speed and direction you want to go and the tractor does the rest."
CVT combines the stepless speed variability of a hydrostatic transmission with the mechanical efficiency of a traditional gear transmission.
"It delivers power to the ground efficiently at every speed, for the ultimate in smooth, stepless shifting - from creeper speeds as low as 30 metres per hour for vegetable growers, all the way up to 50km/h for transport operations," Mr Elias said. He said Case IH had a popular active stop feature.
"You simply pull the multi-function handle all the way back and it will stop the tractor without having to push the clutch," he said.
"This makes it easier to operate the tractor and it makes starting and stopping simpler than driving a car."
This functionality also applies to the foot throttle and is especially useful when backing the tractor up to hitch to implements. Not only is this process easier, it is safer.
All Maxxum CVT tractors are equipped with standard Power Boost, which provides additional engine power of up to 20 horsepower to maintain working speeds in tough crop conditions or on inclines, and to provide more power for roading or for mobile hydraulics or PTO applications.
Maxxum CVT tractors also feature increased hydraulic capacity for more responsive implement and steering control.
Adding to the ease of operation for new Maxxum MultiController models is an updated Case IH multi-function handle that simplifies operation.
Redesigned buttons are now raised and backlit, and sized to differentiate functions, based on feedback from operators.
Operators can tell the buttons apart by touch alone to make operation even simpler.
Other cab enhancements include a newly designed control panel recessed into the headliner, featuring air-conditioning controls, relocated into a more natural line of sight when operating the tractor.
The headliner also has three additional slots - one for a radio and two for additional storage.
Operators will also appreciate new left-hand soft trim, a storage net below the instructor seat, elastic straps on the instructor seat's back rest and a deluxe radio standard with bluetooth.
More information can be found online at www.caseih.com .
