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Improvements to the chassis have allowed gross vehicle
weight to be raised from 7.4 tonnes to 8.0 tonnes, and
a new fixed heavy-duty front axle option allows for 28"
front tyres.
T6, On Top. Around the clock
The sleek New Holland family look isn’t the only feature
that distinguishes the new T6 range: this master of
all-round farming boasts the new Tier 4B compliant
ECOBlue™ HI-eSCR system, unprecedented comfort and
visibility, including premium seating, LED light packages
and a wider loader for improved stability.
“The T6 is a key player in mixed farming”, said Sean
Lennon. “It is a true multi-tasker that has become even
more powerful and capable of serving an even wider
range of requirements”.
First of all, Tier 4B compliance: this has been achieved
without compromise. New Holland’s
ECOBlue™ Hi-eSCR
(High-Efficiency Selective Catalytic Reduction)
after-
treatment system allows the engine to breathe clean air,
optimising combustion, torque rise and fuel efficiency.
The new engine control unit brings the engine to
maximum torque faster and holds through to the lower
rpm longer, outperforming the previous generation’s
engine. The Engine Power Management develops
more power and torque according to the load on the
transmission, hydraulics and PTO. On the T6.165 it can
deliver up to 33 extra horsepower when it is needed to
maintain performance. And the fluid consumption is the
same as on previous models.
The
Horizon™ cab
offers a unique combination of
comfort and visibility. Every feature has been designed
and fine-tuned to deliver the best possible ride. Dual
zone air conditioning provides the perfect climate. Noise
levels have been reduced to 69 dB. The
Sidewinder™ II
armrest
puts all the controls at the operator’s fingertips
in Auto Command models. And, in addition to the
standard seat, three more choices are available: Comfort,
Dynamic Comfort and Auto Comfort. The Comfort seat
uses a special, low frequency suspension design.
The Dynamic Comfort seat adds to this features such
as an automatic shock absorber, pneumatic lumbar
support and a two-stage heater. The top of the range
Auto Comfort active seat with incorporated climate
control reduces whole body vibration by up to 40%,
while extraction fans within the seat remove moisture,
lowering surface humidity and temperature. It all adds
up to a level of comfort normally associated with larger
tractors.
Visibility is unique
: 5.65 square meters of glass, and
a large transparent roof panel for loader work. At night,
operators can rely on the standard LED work lights that
provide 60% more illumination than previous models:
10,000 lumens on the standard package; with up to
31,200 lumens on the top of the range spec.
The T6 comes with a wide choice of packages, tailored
to suit every different farming need. There are five four-
cylinder models, from 125 to 175Hp. And the six cylinder
T6.180 tops the range with a maximum torque of 740Nm
– the only six cylinder tractor in this category on the
market. But the choice isn’t limited to the power unit.
The T6 can be specified to match the requirements of
each farming operation.
The
Electro Command™ semi-powershift
offers
clutchless gear changes to reduce operator fatigue.
The optional Auto Modes take care of gear shifting:
Auto Transport has been programmed specifically for
road work; Auto Field manages both the engine speed
and transmission to optimize performance and economy
in the field. A 17
th
gear can be specified that allows
either a 50kph transport speed or a 40kph at reduced
engine speed for lower fuel consumption. The standard
IntelliShift™ technology automatically selects the right
gear for the job, improving the quality of the gear shift.
The T6.145, T6.155, T6.165 and T6.175 models are
also available with the advanced Auto Command™
continuously variable transmission.
It now features tailored transmission settings: the ‘soft’
setting is suitable for gentle direction changes, perfect
during high speed transport or when working on slippery
surfaces; the standard setting is for normal field activities;
New Holland held a series of events in Lyon,
in March, to launch the new T5 and T6 series.
The week started with two days of intensive
training for 85 representatives both of the
brand and of major European importers. The
training, called Top Gun, was held both in the
classroom and in the field. Then came a press
conference attended by 80 journalists, where
Carlo Lambro, the New Holland Ag Brand
President, spoke of the strength of the brand,
touching upon the recently-launched initiatives
and highlighting the importance of these new
models for the company. The machines were
then introduced to the public in more detail,
via video interviews with Sean Lennon, Head of
Tractor and Telehandler Product Management.
Finally, a dealer convention allowed New Holland
dealers from France to test the products in the
field for an immersive, first hand experience
that provided all participants with a real taste
of the new T5 and T6 models. The events were
held at La Sucrière, a renovated sugar factory.
T5 and T6 launching events
and the super-fast aggressive setting is ideal when near
instantaneous direction changes are required.
All-in-all, the new T5 and T6 series bring big tractor
features and comfort to the more versatile mixed farming
workhorse.
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