Implement & Tractor articles from November 2008

Implement & Tractor archives from November 2008

New look, deep roots.(Editor's Letter)
November 1, 2008... All of us who love farm machinery at FARM JOURNAL are especially proud to add Implement & Tractor to our publishing family. You're holding our first issue of the redesigned magazine right now--and I hope you like what you see. FARM JOURNAL...

Demand drives equipment: fever-pitch market keeps machines on the move.(Cover story)
November 1, 2008... Ask anyone involved in the farm machinery industry about 2008, and they'll have something to say. From strong forecasts to ramped-up factory production to near empty dealer lots, the increase in equipment demand has been obvious. This...

Versatile reintroduces itself: tractor brand recommits to heritage name.
November 1, 2008... Versatile tractors are back like never before. At Buhler Industries there has been a company-wide step-up in dedication to the Versatile brand and customer service. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The manufacturer has announced that moving...

Finally ... a farm bill: not even last-minute glitches averted the outcome.
November 1, 2008... A push-me/pull-you could not have experienced more stops and starts than what transpired during the process to get the Food, Conservation and Energy Act enacted into law. As an equipment dealer, it's important to understand the policies that...

Polaris Sportsman.(Machinery Showroom)
November 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The 99% new Sportsman 550 XP and Sportsman 850 XP are powered by a 549-cc single EFI engine with 40 hp and an 850-cc twin EFI engine with 70 hp, respectively. The transmission features a roller-driven clutch and the...

Valtra N Series.(Machinery Showroom)
November 1, 2008... Valtra's N Series now offers a broader horsepower range with the addition of the N82 and N92 tractors. Providing 82 hp and 92 hp, respectively, the new models are powered by four-cylinder, 4.4-liter Sisu Diesel engines. The lower weight (about...

Polaris Ranger.(Machinery Showroom)
November 1, 2008... The Polaris Ranger lineup is redesigned for greater utility and increased work capabilities. The models include Ranger 4x4, Ranger XP and Ranger HD. The Ranger 4x4 is powered by a 500 EFI engine, providing 30 hp and a top speed of 41 mph. The...

Great Plains YP40 planter.(Machinery Showroom)
November 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Yield-Pro YP40 features the most versatility of any planter Great Plains has ever offered. The YP40 is available with a choice of three openers and seven row spacings. The seed hoppers are interchangeable between...

Great Plains Turbo-Chopper.(Machinery Showroom)
November 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Turbo-Chopper provides a crisscross pattern of worked ground as the front row of 20" turbo coulters on 10" spacings is followed by gangs of reels, which have a unique spiral design to minimize vibration. The...

Great Plains no-till drill.(Machinery Showroom)
November 1, 2008... An addition to Great Plains' heavy-duty drills is the DF4010HD no-till drill. The machine is built on a foundation of box-beam steel to give it the weight to handle hard ground, heavy residue and tough soil conditions. This 40' drill features...

Super M Series baler.(Machinery Showroom)
November 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Designed for custom balers and high-volume producers, the 605 and 604 Super M Series balers accelerate the bale-starting process and improve hay pickup and feed performance. A dual-stage belt-tightening system...

Vermeer TM1200 mower.(Machinery Showroom)
November 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] For farmers who have to maneuver through narrow gates and tight spaces, the Vermeer TM1200 trailed mower features an 8'5" transport width. The total cutting width is 15'6", and maximum swath width is 87% of the...

John Deere 2510H applicator.(Machinery Showroom)
November 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] John Deere extends its application equipment offering with the 2510 Series, a full line of nutrient applicators. The 2510H is a high-speed nutrient application bar that uses precision-injection technology to apply...

John Deere 2510C applicator.(Machinery Showroom)
November 1, 2008... The John Deere 2510C is a conventional nutrient applicator that is available in 13- or 17-row models. The applicator is designed with a heavy-duty frame to maintain the machine's stability in rough field conditions. The tool's Tandem Walk-Over...

Bobcat Toolcat.(Machinery Showroom)
November 1, 2008... The Bobcat D-Series Toolcat 5600 combines the functions of a pickup, compact tractor, skid-steer loader and utility vehicle into one ultimate machine. This vehicle features four-wheel-drive independent suspension, joystick and attachment...

John Deere 2510S applicator.(Machinery Showroom)
November 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] After introducing its first piece of strip-till equipment in 2007, John Deere adds to its strip-till bar lineup with the 2510S Strip-Till Medium Residue Applicator, specifically designed for lighter-residue...

John Deere DN345 Spreader.(Machinery Showroom)
November 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The John Deere DN345 Drawn Dry Box Spinner Spreader has a struck capacity of 345 cu. ft. for the single-bin configuration and can carry up to 17.5 tons (struck) of lime and more than 12 tons (struck) of fertilizer....

Case IH 88 Series.(Machinery Showroom)
November 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The 88 Series of Case IH combines includes three new models, all powered by Cummins engines, with features comparable with the 20 Series--higher horsepower and more grain capacity. The 5088 combine provides 265 rated...

Case IH 20 Series.(Machinery Showroom)
November 1, 2008... The 20 Series of combines from Case IH has three new models, including a Class 9 machine. The Axial-Flow 9120 is the manufacturer's largest harvesting machine yet. The machine has 483 rated hp, 523 maximum lap and 350-bu. grain tank capacity....

Case IH Magnum.(Machinery Showroom)
November 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Magnum family of tractors from Case IH has expanded to eight models. The Magnum 180, Magnum 190 and Magnum 210 provide 150 hp, 165 hp and 180 hp, respectively. Powered by 6.75-liter engines, these tractors also...

Yamaha Grizzly.(Machinery Showroom)
November 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The midsized Yamaha Grizzly 550 FI ATV has several upfeatures typically found on larger ATVs. The 558-cc liquid-cooled, four-valve SOHC engine is coupled with an Ultramatic transmission system, electric power...

New Holland CR9000 Series.(Machinery Showroom)
November 1, 2008... The four models in New Holland's CR9000 Series combines range from a Class 6 machine to a Class 9 that claims to be among North America's largest combines. The CR9000 combines are powered by New Holland Cursor engines. The CR9040 models have a...

Club Car XRT950.(Machinery Showroom)
November 1, 2008... The XRT950 is the new midrange utility vehicle from Club Car. Outfitted with a Briggs & Stratton Vanguard V-Twin engine, the XRT950 provides 14 hp and 480 cc displacement with a smoother delivery of power. Premium features include...

Utility tractors fit to customers: John Deere expands lineup to match market segments.
November 1, 2008... When John Deere introduced its new utility tractors, the company also changed its approach to selling this range of tractor. In total, John Deere makes 32 models ranging from 32 engine horsepower to 140 engine horsepower. The scope is vast,...

Shortcut diagnostic missteps: a checklist of test tools necessary for the shop.
November 1, 2008... There are two techniques for diagnosing problems in farm equipment. One approach is to purchase and install parts on the machine until the problem disappears. If a tractor won't start, the theory is to first replace the starter, then the...

Seed savings: planter technology saves seed and increases yield.
November 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Swath control for planters provides the kind of results farmers can bank on. Planting overlap leads to wasted seed and decreased yields. Although you can't change the pattern of the planter pass, this technology...

Thank you to our test plot partners.
November 1, 2008... Our thanks go to: Ag Leader Technology, Al Myers, Roger Zielke and Michael Misbach; Tru Count Inc. and Jeff Dillman: Trimble; Case IH and Julie Rudnick; Birkey's and Mark Foster: Brandt Consolidated and Pat Schaddel; Unverferth Manufacturing...

Industry calendar.(Calendar)
November 1, 2008... National Agricultural Bankers Conference Nov. 16 to 10, 2008 Des Moines, Iowa (202) 663-5089 www.aba.com/Events/AGR.htm North Dakota Implement Dealers Association Nov. 17 to 19, 2008 Bismarck, N.D. (701)...

What goes around comes around: signature round baler maker builds on its manufacturing legacy.
November 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Round hay bales peppering the summer landscape are a common sight across farm country, but big hay bales didn't start to roll until Gary Vermeer got involved. For Gary the writing wasn't on the wall, it was on...

Is the price objection real?(Sales Tips)
November 1, 2008... Is price objection real? Yes, although there are exceptions. Do salespeople get this objection often? Yes. Are they able to overcome it? Yes. Some do so by lowering their price; others handle it effectively and maintain their price. ...

Before you park it: prepare harvesting equipment before storage.
November 1, 2008... When harvest is complete, farmers are sick and tired of being around combines. Share these tips with your customers to help minimize time and expense when harvest rolls around again. First, empty the stone trap and clean out all elevator...

The right tool for the job.(Leave A Legacy)
November 1, 2008... My knuckles pay a painful price every time I use that darn open-end wrench. Today, it doesn't matter that I was in a pinch, that it was on sale at the local hardware store or that it's guaranteed to last a lifetime. It is not a good tool. ...

John Deere and Stihl have started a marketing agreement to make Stihl Inc. and Stihl Ltd. the preferred suppliers of gas-powered and corded hand-held equipment for John Deere commercial and consumer dealers.(Industry Notebook)
November 1, 2008... John Deere and Stihl have started a marketing agreement to make Stihl Inc. and Stihl Ltd. the preferred suppliers of gas-powered and corded hand-held equipment for John Deere commercial and consumer dealers. More than 500 John Deere dealers...

The North American Equipment Dealers Association.(Industry Notebook)
November 1, 2008... The North American Equipment Dealers Association joins four other associations in calling on Congress to extend a section of the Economic Stimulus Act. The other associations are the American Rental Association, Associated Equipment...

AutoFarm GPS AutoSteer.(Industry Notebook)
November 1, 2008... AutoFarm GPS AutoSteer is now compatible with MacDon self-propelled windrower tractors. The AutoFarm product is a custom-designed kit for MacDon to provide a factory-installed look. AutoSteer can be fully integrated into the hydraulic system on...

Dean Machinery Company.(Industry Notebook)
November 1, 2008... Dean Machinery Company has tripled its working space by basing its new headquarters on a 25-acre campus. The two major service buildings provide the company with more than 180,000 sq. ft. of service bays, parts capacity and state-of-the-art...

Dixie Chopper.(Industry Notebook)
November 1, 2008... Dixie Chopper has a new CEO for the first time since the company's beginning. After 28 years of business, founder and past president Art Evans announced that Gary Morgan (pictured) will continue the company's leadership activities. Morgan...

Trimble Agriculture.(Industry Notebook)
November 1, 2008... Trimble Agriculture announced its acquisition of Tru Count, Inc. This includes all Tru Count assets and its line of air and electric clutches that are used on a variety of planters for automated individual planter row shutoff. The Tru Count...

HCC Inc.(Industry Notebook)
November 1, 2008... HCC Inc., has acquired Shaver Manufacturing Company. As a major supplier of reels, sieves, chaffers and other harvesting equipment, HCC has recently expanded its product lineup into tillage. With this acquisition, HCC will further expand its...

Titan Machinery Inc.(Industry Notebook)
November 1, 2008... Titan Machinery Inc. has finalized its acquisition of the agriculture division of Pioneer Garage Inc. This transaction includes three dealerships in South Dakota: a Case IH and New Holland dealership in Pierre, a Case IH and New Holland...

Topcon Sauer-Danfoss (TSD) and AGCO introduce [Auto-Guide.sup.2]. The system will be AGCO's next generation of guidance technology.(Industry Notebook)
November 1, 2008... Topcon Sauer-Danfoss (TSD) and AGCO introduce [Auto-Guide.sup.2]. The system will be AGCO's next generation of guidance technology. [Auto-Guide.sup.2] is a satellite-guided steering assist system that features multiconstellation-capable (GPS,...

Case IH.(Industry Notebook)
November 1, 2008... Case IH dealers are providing equipment and financing support for farmer-customers within declared federal disaster areas in response to this year's hurricane season and its destruction. Dealerships in Alabama, Florida, Louisiana, Mississippi...

New Holland.(Industry Notebook)
November 1, 2008... New Holland is commemorating the manufacture and sale of its 700,000th square baler. The milestone model was a BC5070, which was accepted by Bob Messick, who owns Messick Farm Equipment. Messick sold the landmark baler to customer Ken Myer of...