Pushing hard on the operator-comfort angle, NH points out productivity depends much on how the operator endures long hours in the cab. “This completely new T4 PowerStar range is set to redefine farming comfort in this segment,” the company says.
Three models are on offer: T4.55, T4.65 and T4.75 (engine power 55, 65 and 75hp respectively) with mechanical fuel injection.
Plenty of choice here for farmers, councils and other operators looking for versatility, manoeuvrability, ergonomic comfort and fuel efficiency, NH says.
All suit front loading, high speed transport and PTO work.
Transmissions have hydraulic Power Shuttle and creeper options. Hydraulic flow is up to 48L/min.
The tractors are offered in cab and ROPS variants. The ROPS platform shares the same control layout as the cab version, flat floor and tiltable steering column.
The ROPS version can also be specified with FOPS (Fall On Protection System), to offer users the ultimate in peace of mind when operating with loaders and in enclosed environments where they are at risk of falling objects.
NH says the entire cab has been redesigned “around the operator using advanced virtual reality techniques, which has ensured that all controls fall perfectly to hand for operators of all shapes and sizes.”
The main controls are to the right of the operator in a ‘Command Arc’. This can be combined with an optional 15° swivel seat to help in work with rear-mounted equipment. The instrument cluster moves with the tiltable steering column.
Locating the air conditioning fans under the floor has improved headroom. Air flow can be precision directed through 10 individual vents, which all deliver even flow.
During loading work, the see-through opening roof hatch gives a good of the loader right through its operating range, even at maximum height. The roof hatch almost meets the front glass to minimise the obscured area.
Other cab features: up to three power outlets for equipment monitors or mobile phone chargers and music players; the radio is set in the B pillar; and the full-size instructors seat, with seat belt, means two adults can ride.
All models have 3.2L engines (two valves per cylinder) with maximum torque of 310 Nm.
This engine has done three years work in the current NH T4000 range and speciality series. A 540 eco PTO option is offered. Tier 3 technology applies, to meet current emissions regulations. Service interval is 500 hours.
The traditional 12 x 12 standard transmission offering is available in all models and all have hydraulic shuttles. This steering column mounted lever can be operated without removing the hand from the steering wheel.
An optional 20 x 20 creeper variant is available for T4.55, T4.65 and T4.75 models, with speeds as low as 0.108km/h.
NH says the transmission controls will be familiar to users of New Holland’s range of larger tractors: they are situated to the right of the operator.
All gear changes can be carried out from the seat, without the need to stretch and reach, and enables the operator to swiftly switch from the steering wheel to the lever.
For loader or mid mounted-equipment work, an integrated joystick gives precise control without requiring the operator to stretch and twist arms and wrists.
Up to three hydraulic remotes are available, offering standard flow of up to 48L/min. The remotes are located on the cab’s ‘Command Arc’.
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