|
“While the new Axial-Flow range remains true to its founding principles of simplicity, crop adaptability, grain savings and grain quality, we’ve worked hard to build on our technology for improved productivity and performance in field,” said Case IH NZ Operations Manager Frans Onland. “The 30 Series is testament to this with its Axial-Flow combine rotor featuring optimised geometry for improved threshing results. Thanks to the new shape, the sensitivity of the standard settings has been reduced for all crops, while threshing performance in specialty crops has been boosted, without affecting straw quality.” Importantly, the reputation that Axial-Flow has earned for low levels of cracked grain is set to continue. All models in the new 30 Series are built to deliver exceptional fuel economy, along with responsive horsepower and enhanced productivity. “Fitted with the proven FPT engine, the 30 Series offers low idle speeds of 660 rpm to reduce fuel consumption when the combine is not under load,” said Frans. “Field trials have shown fuel savings of up to 10 percent, which is a significant saving for growers.” When it comes to engine power, capacity ranges from 6.7 litres on the 5130 to 8.7 litres on the 6130 and larger model 7130. The 230 Series ranges from an 8.7 litre engine on the 7230 to 12.9 litres on the 8230 and the 9230 model.
“The top of the range 7230, 8230 and 9230 models are built for maximum productivity. Header width ranges from 7.6 m to 13.7 m, with the 7230 featuring the same size cleaning area as the larger 8230 and 9230 model,” said Frans. “The self-levelling cleaning system is standard, with grain tank capacity on the 230 Series models among the highest in their class at 12,330 litres on the 8230 and 9230. Optional in-cab controlled grain-bin extensions can be ordered for 2012.” Improvements have also been made across the entire series to ensure easy setup for changing conditions. Settings are adjustable at the touch of a button to enable adaptability between varying crops and conditions. “ACS (Auto Crop Setting) varies rotor RPM, cleaning fan RPM sieve clearance and threshing gap automatically, depending on the crop type selected,” said Frans. With lightweight threshing and separation concaves easily accessible and easy to change, the 30 Series can take on any crop. To further add to the versatility, the self-levelling cleaning system can compensate for angles of up to 13 percent, making it easy to harvest on hilly slopes. For unloading on the go, the length of the new unload auger system on the 7230, 8230 and 9230 has been increased to ensure a comfortable distance is maintained between the header and chaser bin. The new impressive 9.3 m (30 ft 5 in.) unloading auger is designed for 13.7 m header widths. The new range also comes with a standard grain tank and unload system featuring a dual drive for the cross augers and unload tube augers. This feature enables operators to turn off the grain cross augers independently of the unloading and vertical and horizontal augers. The dual drive allows operators to disengage the grain tank cross augers and fully empty out the unloading auger. For high moisture and tough unloading crops, the dual drive comes into its own, allowing operators to reduce the associated unloading auger weight and start-up stress. Operator comfort is a given with the 30 Series delivering the quietest cab on the market. In addition, all models incorporate the state-of-art AFS Pro™ 700 display for yield monitoring, machine and guidance control. “The AFS Pro 700 is compatible with all Case IH equipment, so it can be transferred from the combine to the tractor or sprayer with ease,” said Frans. The 30 Series is set to hit New Zealand in November 2012, although operators are advised to order now to secure supply. “Case IH has regained its market position as the leading manufacturer of combines this year and with the range of advancements delivered in the new 30 Series, we expect to see this continue,” said Frans. For More Information Contact Your Local Case IH Dealer or |
