increase font size
The T4-S.
Norwood, distributors of New Holland in New Zealand, has launched a new tractor series — T4-S — designed for livestock and smaller mixed farms.
The series has three models of 55, 65 and 75hp.
Norwood says its recognises that many smaller farms prefer mechanical simplicity, good specifications as standard, and above all versatility.
This ‘Kiwi spec’ model mates a 2.9L 3-cylinder S8000 Tier III engine with high power and torque to a 12x12 transmission, enhanced with a hydraulic shuttle operated by a steering column mounted paddle. This makes the T4-S particularly suitable for loader work, while an optional creep set can offer speeds from 100m/h for, say, vegetable planting.
A new four-post cabin is said to offer roominess and visibility, and the opening roof panel gives an extra sightline to a frontloader. The flat cab floor provides easy access and plenty of space, while a powerful heating and air conditioning package increases operator comfort and helps reduce fatigue.
Rear lift capacity is rated at 3000kg with two external assist rams, up to three hydraulic remotes are available and the standard flow rate is up to 48L/min.
All models have a two-speed 540/540E PTO engaged by a servo assisted lever, while a soft-start function modulates engagement to protect the tractor and implements.
The wheelbase is compact at 2130mm, overall height is 2520mm, and operating widths, dependent on tyre widths and track settings, are 1440 - 1950mm, all making the T4-S a versatile small tractor.
It has a FL 3.15 Master, factory-fitted loader made in Turkey. This uses an integrated joystick, has a lift height of 3.0m and capacity of 1720kg. It comes as standard with a 1.8m re-handling bucket.
A group of eight Giltrap Agrizone customers travelled to Europe in July with managing director Andrew Giltrap, taking the opportunity to visit St Valentin, Austria, to see New Holland tractors being built.
Showcased with a T7.245 at the recent National Fieldays, New Holland has expanded its T7 tractor range offering in New Zealand with the launch of a new Tier 3 long-wheelbase configuration, aimed at users looking for a reliable, no-fuss workhorse.
Waikato-Bay of Plenty farmer Hugh Jackson recently secured this year’s FMG Young Farmer of the Year title in Invercargill.
New Holland is celebrating the 50th anniversary of the introduction its Twin Rotor threshing and separation technology, which has evolved from a single model in 1975 to a range today, led by the new CR10 and CR11.
New Holland dealers from around Australia and New Zealand came together last month for the Dealer of the Year Awards, which recognises the top-performing dealerships across the New Holland network.
A function at Parliament on 7th October brought together central government decision-makers, MPs, industry stakeholders and commercial partners to highlight the need for strategic investment in the future of Fieldays and its home, the Mystery Creek Events Centre campus.
The Government's revised 2050 biogenic methane target range of 14-24% by 2050 is being welcomed by dairy farmers.
An increasing number of students are doing agricultural and horticultural degrees at Massey University by distance learning.
ANZ New Zealand is encouraging farmers and businesses impacted by the recent extreme weather that hit Southland and South Otago last week to seek support if they need it.
When Professor Pierre Venter takes up his new role as vice chancellor at Massey University next February it will just be a matter of taking a few steps across the road to get to his new office at the Palmerston North Campus.
Two rural data organisations - DairyNZ’s DairyBase and Farm Focus - have formed a new partnership that aims to remove data duplication and help provide more timely, useful benchmarking insights for farmers.
OPINION: Has the horse or horses bolted in parliament?
OPINION: A short-term sugar hit. That's what NZ First leader Winston Peters is calling the proposed sale of Fonterra's consumer…
