New Holland's range of T6 tractors has been enhanced by the addition of three Auto Command variable models.
The four cylinder T6.140, T6.150 and T6.160 models produce up to 163hp and a maximum of 676Nm of torque with Engine Power Management. The company said it would 'ensure manoeuvrability, ultimate farming flexibility and exceptionally efficient productivity.'
"The T6 Auto Command range is set to become the default choice for professional farmers, contractors and specialist agribusinesses" said Luca Mainardi, head of tractor product management.
"High PTO power makes this range perfect for specialist row crop and vegetable operations and low soil compaction figures are ideal for professional spraying contractors. Smooth acceleration and deceleration facilitate high speed transport and industry leading ECOBlue SCR technology completes this efficient package."
The Auto Command transmission extends the choice available to farmers in the T6 segment, complementing the Electro Command semi-powershift and Dual Command mechanical transmission options.
The T6 range is fitted with the latest generation Auto Command continuously variable transmission (CVT). Developed and manufactured in-house at New Holland's transmission plant in Antwerp, Belgium, the T6 Auto Command is a further refinement of the T7 CVT transmission.
The T6 uses an identical forced-based operating logic and all key controls are grouped on the ergonomic CommandGrip multi-function handle. This enables operators to select and fine tune three target speeds, and to activate the cruise mode.
Operators can precisely adjust speed in 0.01 km/h graduations, with a minimum operating speed of a mere 20m/h at rated engine speed, perfect for specialised tasks such as hand planting, whilst maintaining a top transport speed of 50kph.
The Auto Command transmission has been engineered by design to be at its most efficient at the most frequently used operating speeds for cultivation and high speed transport, maximising the amount of mechanical drive.
Available in a 50kph ECO version, customers can reach top speed at lower engine speeds (1750 engine rpm), ideal for businesses that undertake extensive transport activities.
In order to enhance safety, especially when transporting fully laden trailers in hilly terrain, the T6 Auto Command features Active Start Stop technology. When stationary, the transmission actively holds the tractor in a stationary position.
Upgraded Horizon Cab
Air conditioning, Bluetooth radio and the lighting panel have all been clustered for operation.
Storage has been further increased with the addition of two storage and charging points.
The rear tinted window reduces solar heat loading while an optional luxury pack includes a leather steering wheel and a thick floor carpet.
Auto guidance
In order to maximise productivity, the T6 Auto Command will be compatible with New Holland’s IntelliSteer auto guidance system, due to be released at the end of 2013.
It can be used to create prescription rate maps and to manage in-field guidance paths.
When RTK correction is used, pass-to-pass accuracy of 1-2cm can be achieved significantly reducing field compaction rates, optimising valuable inputs and lowering fuel consumption.
Hydraulics: 125 litres/minute of flow
The 125 litre/minute CCLS hydraulic pump is standard across all T6 Auto Command models.
A key benefit of this large capacity pump is reduced fuel consumption.
Not only does the large CCLS pump deliver oil only when demanded, there's also less requirement to operate at a high engine speed just to deliver sufficient oil flow.
The benefit is that the fuel saving potential of the Auto Command CVT can be utilised as much as possible.
Reducing fuel consumption
The technology will enable owners to reduce their fuel consumption by up to 10%, whilst simultaneously lowering their carbon footprint by up to 19%.
Furthermore, productivity has been increased due to the Engine Power Management feature, which provides up to an additional 33hp when challenging operating conditions are encountered, which also optimises fuel consumption.
Transient response has been improved by 13% to enable the tractor to react even faster to changes in load to prevent slowdown when arduous operating conditions are encountered.
Power-to-weight ratios as low as 30 kg/hp: power without compaction
The T6 Auto Command also benefits from the best power-to-weight ratio in the segment, at a mere 30 kg/hp when EPM is activated. EPM supplies a higher engine power typically found in a larger and heavier category of tractor. This helps reduce compaction in the field and increases payloads for transport tasks.
