Specialty tractors for orchards
The Deutz-Fahr range of 5D TTV orchard tractors are a specialist tractor for the orchard and vineyard sector.
The PowerMix tests by Germany’s DLG (Deutsche Landwirtschafts-Gesellschaft) Test Centre near Frankfurt are an internationally recognised measurement method which determines fuel consumption in real working conditions by simulating a range of applications, including field work, transport and PTO and general mixed work.
Power Farming’s national tractor manager Brett Maber says these independent tests have confirmed Deutz-Fahr’s position as one of the world’s most economic and fuel-efficient tractors. “These tests show conclusively that the series 6 provides excellent performance in fuel consumption in all types of operations, and with just 272g/kWh it has the lowest fuel consumption in its power category of all other tractors tested by DLG.
“That’s because of the Deutz-Fahr power efficiency concept, which is based on a search for the best integration between engine, transmission and hydraulics to optimise tractor fuel consumption and productivity.”
The test found that the 6.1L Deutz common rail engine used in Deutz Fahr’s 6160P model consumed significantly less fuel and had an advantage of 2.5% over rivals in the same category. The results gave the series 6 top placing in its power class.
It had an average consumption of 272g/kWh in the PowerMix test, which is the lowest consumption in its class ever tested. Whilst this lower than average consumption is largely attributed to the Deutz Tier 4 engine, it was also noted that its efficiency is enhanced by the ZF Powershift transmission, which minimises power loss, and the 5-stage ‘Sense-Shift’ power shuttle system.
The following benefits were also noted by the testers:
• Suspended front axle and self-levelling cab suspension giving more comfort and exceptional manoeuvrability.
Superior lifting capacity (9200kg) and the possibility of up to seven dual action rear remotes with 120L/min oil flow available.
• 4-speed PTO system offered as standard with substantial fuel savings offered in ECO mode
• Easy accessibility for engine maintenance and repairs with unobstructed access to the entire engine.
• Excellent driver ergonomics with an airy Guigaro-designed cab and logical control layout.
• PowerShuttle ‘Sense-Shift’ system that ensures easier, smoother directional changes, with ability to select more or less aggressive shuttle action in five steps.
• Extremely smooth gear changes provided by the ZF transmission, and redesigned gear lever control.
