Technology innovation improves tractor efficiency

AGCO Corporation, Duluth Georgia, has received 2018 AE50 Awards from the American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers for its Challenger 700 Series track tractor and the Massey Ferguson Datatronic 5 in-cab control terminal.

Designed to meet the needs of results-oriented agribusinesses, the MT700 series track tractors by Challenger deliver a new level of track tractor performance, ride comfort, operating efficiency and on-board intelligence to maximize uptime, productivity and profitability. The tractor was designed using the AccuEngineering platform and features new styling, as well as a new engine, transmission, undercarriage and hydraulics. A redesign of the industry’s leading MobilTrac track system provides ride comfort unparalleled by other track machines. The series has three models from 380 to 431 horsepower, powered by AGCO Power 9.8L diesel engines equipped with concentric air systems. All systems, including the hydraulics and PTO are designed to run at lower engine rpm, to lower fuel costs and reduce engine wear.

The Datatronic 5 operating system and in-cab terminal combine all functions needed by a modern tractor, including tractor functionality, implement control, guidance and precision data into a powerful ISOBUS compatible terminal. With a 9-inch touch screen, it’s as easy to use as the latest tablets and smartphones.

The system makes automatic steering easy with Auto-Guide technology and its straightforward “Go Mode” that operators use to quickly set up and use the system. With the new terminal, users also can choose the level of steering accuracy that suits their operations and employ signals from their preferred supplier. The Datatronic 5 system is found in the Massey Ferguson 8700 series tractor.

For more information, see a dealer or visit www.agcocorp.com.