Day out at Fieldays leads to ute win
Out of more than 80,000 entries, Daniel Neil from Piopio has been announced as the lucky winner of the Isuzu D-MAX LX Double Cab 4WD Ute in this year’s Fieldays Ute giveaway.
The new McCormick X5 series contains three models powered by a 3.6L Deutz 4-cylinder engine tuned for max outputs of 99hp (X5.35), 110hp (X5.45) and 113hp (X5.55).
More power, torque and better fuel economy are gained from this the new engine which has a simplified emissions control system — a diesel oxidation catalyst (DOC). This needs no diesel particulates filter which would require more maintenance or operator intervention.
A viscous cooling fan option is said to maintain cooler temperatures and help reduce fuel consumption.
From the engine, power is channelled to a 24F/24R speed transmission equipped with a splitter button on the gear selector that permits up or down shifts to cope with changing load on the tractor.
In addition, a new Eco Forty feature reduces engine revs once the 40km/h maximum speed has been reached, saving fuel and reducing noise during transport operations.
All wheel braking uses internal discs in the front axle and a new power boost system lessens the pedal effort required.
A new four-speed PTO option is another fuel saving feature in the paddock, providing 540rpm or 1000rpm speeds at ‘economy’ and standard settings.
Hydraulic output is via a 63L/min gear pump complemented by a 32L/min pump dedicated to steering and ancillary clutches, supplying the three double-acting spool valves fitted as standard.
Other standard equipment includes interchangeable ball and claw ends for the 4500kg rear linkage lift arms. Electronic control of the rear hitch is standard.
Standard equipment includes an air suspension seat, tilt/telescopic steering wheel and air conditioning in the cabin.
McCormick X5 will be at site C17-19 at Fieldays.
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