Friday, 07 April 2017 13:55

N Series offers many choices

Written by  Mark Daniel
All six models in the Valtra N series have 4 cylinder, Tier 4 Final AGCO Power engines with power ratings from 105 to 165hp. All six models in the Valtra N series have 4 cylinder, Tier 4 Final AGCO Power engines with power ratings from 105 to 165hp.

The recently introduced fourth generation Valtra N series boasts many features from its ‘big brother’ T series but is built into a smaller, more manoeuvrable package which should appeal to many operators.

All six models have 4-cylinder, Tier 4 Final AGCO Power engines with power ratings from 105 to 165hp; the three smaller models use 4.4L engines, the three larger units have 4.9L capacities.

Using an SCR-only layout, which removes the need for any diesel particulate filters, the engines also have the Sigma Power boost function to increase power over the range from 115 to 185hp, and deliver up to 730Nm torque.

The N114 and N154 models are the choice for operators looking for fuel savings, as their ECO Power option reduces engine speeds up to 20% and gives fuel savings up to 10%.

N Series tractors are offered with a choice of three transmission configurations: Hi-Tech, Versu or Direct.

The Hi-Tech and Versu are a traditional 5-step powershift layout, while the Direct specification is a continuously variable set-up.

Versu and Direct transmissions are offered with load-sensing hydraulics and a choice of 115, 160 or 200L/min outputs, with Hi-Tech offering a more basic open centre layout and 73 or 90L/min oil flows. Control systems are mechanical for Hi-Tech and electronic for the Versu and Direct.

Up top, a new cab that takes its look and layout from the larger T series offers plenty of visibility with 6.5m2 of glass and has a noise rating not exceeding 70 decibels.

As expected from Valtra, a choice of options includes heated front and rear screens, roof windows, hi-spec audio and the reverse-drive Twin Trac system. Buyers can specify one or two cab doors and the SkyView cab with larger rear and upper viewing by way of oversized polycarbonate windows.

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