New Landini and McCormick tractors debuted at Ratheniska

A number of new Landini and McCormick products will make their national debut at the Ploughing.

The latest four-cylinder 4 and 5 series will be unveiled at Argo Tractors’ stand — the UK and Ireland branch of McCormick and Landini.

Suited to livestock work and light handling, they are matched to the new range of Landini loaders.

The 4 series consists of three models with power outputs of 61, 68 and 75hp, all with a 2.11m wheelbase.

Specification includes a 3,000kg mechanical rear linkage, 52 l/min hydraulic system and optional front linkage and PTO.

The 5 series comprises 95, 102 and 114hp models, with the flagship 5-120 Dynamic.

It is also hoped that an example of the new Landini 6RS Robo-Six tractor range will be on display.

Designed for versatility, performance and comfort, a 2.56m wheelbase and 55° steering angle make these new models particularly stable and manoeuvrable, Argo claims. Power comes from 4.5-litre, 16-valve, four-cylinder Stage V FPT NEF 45 engines.

Maximum horsepower complete with engine power management is equivalent to the last three numbers in the 6-135 RS, 6-145 RS and 6-155 RS model designations.

The 24F/24R Robo-Six transmission features six powershift steps and four ranges, with a further 16 creep speeds in each direction optional. Pre-programmed Eco and Power modes minimise fuel consumption or maximise performance and workrates.

A new Landini High Vision cab features a panoramic roof and ventilation hatch.

Further specification includes four-speed rear PTO, closed-centre hydraulics with a 123l/min pump capable of supplying up to seven electronic spool valves, and a 7.2t electronic rear hitch, plus optional 3.2t front hitch.

Maximum rear tyre size is 650/60 R38, and max gross weight 9.5t.

McCormick highlights will include the new X7 SWB models launched globally at EIMA in Italy last November.

There are four semi-powershift P6-Drive transmission models and two VT-Drive CVT tractors, with four-cylinder powerplants in the X7.417 P6-Drive (165hp max) and X7.418 P6-Drive (175hp), and six-cylinder engines in the X7.617 and X7.618, which have the same power ratings.

The two VT-Drive CVT tractors are the 165hp/four-cyl X7.418 and 175hp/six-cyl X7.618. With both transmissions, a ‘Stop & Action’ clutch/brake system allows drive disengagement via the brakes.