Friday, 04 November 2022 10:55

Tractor maker expands range for leisure, hobby farmers

Written by  Mark Daniel
The new Farmall JXM55. The new Farmall JXM55.

First launched into the Australasian market in 2018 with the 75hp and 90hp models, the Case IH Farmall JXM range will soon be expanded with two new models, the JXM 55 and 65.

Seamus McCarthy, Case IH Australia/New Zealand product manager for mid horsepower & compact tractors, says the decision to bring the JXM Series to Australia and New Zealand four years ago was based on the needs of the hobby farmer and leisure market, and the latest lower horsepower additions would only increase the range’s appeal.

Equipped with a 2.9 litre, 3-cylinder FPT engine that meets Tier 3 emission standards, turbocharging ensures optimal engine performance and fuel economy, with outputs of 55 and 65 horsepower. The JXM comes with either a 12x12 mechanical synchromesh transmission or a 20x20 version that includes creep gears. Customers also have the choice of a mechanical or hydraulic shuttle system.

A four-wheel drive configuration allows operators to tackle the toughest conditions, while the capable three-point linkage system offers lift capacity to 2500kg, a 60l/ min open centre hydraulic system and two rear remote outlets.

“Since we introduced the JXM Series to our New Zealand range, it has been very popular, so we’ve listened to our customers and provided more choice within this segment,” says McCarthy. “There is a demand for low hp models with a bigger frame and more weight, brought together in a cost-effective package, so the 55hp and 65hp JXM’s will fit this market perfectly.”

He notes that the JXMs are well suited to a range of farming businesses, whether it is as the hard-working utility tractor in a bigger operation, or the go-to machine in a smaller farm business. Other stand out features include a 60-litre fuel tank capacity, a comprehensive instrument panel, an ergonomic operator’s environment designed for greater operator comfort and an air filter engineered to deal with dusty conditions so air intake is as clean as possible. It also has a pre-cleaner system that increases the life of the air filter, thereby reducing maintenance and operating costs.

McCarthy says the Farmall JXM stands apart from the other Farmall series because it offers value and productivity benefits across broad applications, but with a more basic operator interface.

“Our JXM Series is defined by the fact it’s a tractor up to a multitude of jobs in a variety of operations, which it carries out with maximum efficiency and a minimum of fuss.”

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