Valtra Team customer magazine 2|2013

+ + + Power Weekend Tier 4 Final technology Direct 2.0 models at the races Less emissions, Satisfied page 10 better fuel customers economy throughout page 12 page 16

New S Series More power

and features page 6 Valtra Team customer magazine 2|2013 AutoGuide 3000 and telemetry – FUSE Innovation

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he harvest is at full speed at the moment, the crops look good T and the prices for our products are also generally looking good. This is 19 a positive development as it looks like farmers are beginning to do well again after some difficult years. This is espe- cially good message for contractors and dealers who are more or less depen- dent on the agricultural sector. Compa- nies can once again make investments, New alternatives which is good for continuity over the 04 is N-series long term. In this issue of Valtra Team you will 20 find interesting articles about innovative entrepreneurs here in the who use Valtra in a very special way. Another feature is pulling. Valtra tractors have dominated the Pro Stock category for a number of years In this issue: already, demonstrating the quality and performance of our engines. 03 Fuse – precision farming 15 Dutch traffic safety In the meantime, Valtra is preparing technologies organisation turns 20 for the Agritechnica exhibition in Hanno- ver, which will be held in November. This News European owners satisfied exhibition has become increasingly im- 04 16 with their Direct 2.0 tractors portant for the Dutch agricultural indus- try, so a lot of visitors from our country 05 Cornish Dairy Farmer will be expected there. The Valtra stand relies on Valtra 19 Sigma Power milestones will feature all four tractor series: the New look and more power Dutch biologic farmer Fuse A, N, T and S. Of course, there will also 06 20 be some surprises that have not yet for the S Series relies on his N143 been revealed, so there is even more trademark for precision farming technologies reason to pay us a visit. Welcome to the 10 Power Weekend at the races 22 Max Schulman represents Valtra stand! European farmers Fuse is the new AGCO trademark for its precision farming tractors, implements, harvesters and grain handling Tier 4 Final technology technologies. For Valtra the trademark covers the Auto- equipment from a single manufacturer, it is important Stan Buijsrogge 12 Guide 3000 automated steering assist system and the that different systems can communicate using the means less emissions and Valtra Collection Sales Manager, Netherlands 23 AgCommand telemetry system, for example. For other same language. better fuel economy AGCO brands, Fuse includes applications for harvesting, With Fuse, AGCO is investing considerably in the 24 Valtra models planning and storage. development of precision farming technologies and 14 Unlimited Studio grows For customers, Fuse means that these technologies related customer support. internationally work together even better. Since few customers have www.valtra.nl 06 2 Valtra Team 2|2013 Valtra Team 3 1-2-3 for Valtra at Read more: valtra.nl News NL European Tractor Pulling Championships

Valtra tractors claimed the top 3 positions at the European Tractor Pulling Champion- ships in Zele, , on 15 September. Matti Herlevi driving Caesar was crowned European Champion in the Pro Stock category, while Jurian Duijn from the Netherlands took silver with Next Sensation and Johanna Herlevi third with Gangnam Style. This is the fifth time that Valtra tractors have made a clean sweep of the European Championships, although it has been sev- eral years since the last time. Matti Herlevi has now won the European Championships Small A Series tractors are available both with narrow and wider gauge and can have an open cabin, cabin with remomable roof or a closed cabin. six times, while his father Pekka has won it four times and sister Johanna two times.

A Series expands New alternatives The Hemmings’ N91 is on the go year round, clocking up 1,000 hours annually. Six new models in under-100 in N-series Valtra has expanded the N Series with the From Cornwall to horsepower class introduction of new models. The N103.4 brings a four-cylinder alternative to the he Valtra A Series has been ex- model is the A73, which offers 78 horse- Cornish dairy farmer and lower end of the model line-up alongside panded with the introduction of power. All of the tractors come with the N103 model. N103.4 has an AGCO new smaller models. These agile Valtra’s reliable 12+12R his daughter overseas T Power 4.4-litre SCR engine offering excel- three-cylinder tractors are ideal as gene- with synchronised shuttle and creeper lent low-end torque and fuel economy, Robert and Elizabeth Hemmings and ral purpose farm tractors, as well as for gear. The PTO has two speeds, and the choose Valtra as well as a front PTO option. Power and their Valtra tree. fruit farming and property maintenance, linkage is operated mechanically. torque are practically the same in both for example. The Valtra model line-up All models are four-wheel-drive. There obert Hemmings and his wife own bales. When that machine reached Whatever model is chosen there three-cylinder and four-cylinder models. now extends from 50 horsepower to 400 are two hydraulic blocks. The open cab Elizabeth farm 250 mostly grass 12,000 hours we swapped it for a newer will be a reminder of that N91 in the The N103.4 is available with a three-step horsepower. can be specified with a removable roof. acres in the Cornish hills near used model, one with only 4,000 hours Hemmings’ garden. Seven years ago, or a five-step HiTech 5 transmission. R The A Series model line-up now The closed cab version is based on the St Austell and milk 80 British Frisian on the clock. Valtras last well, particular- to celebrate its green credentials and The HiTrol turbine clutch, which makes includes Compact and Orchard tractors. traditional Valtra A Series cab and offers and Montbeliarde cows. All progeny is ly their engines,” Robert confirms. to promote its Eco models, Valtra gave continuous start/stop operations extreme- The A63 and A73 Compact models are an ergonomic and optionally air-condi- kept on the farm, either as replacement In 2006 the Hemmings purchased a customers a pine tree seedling with ly smooth, is now available on the N123, available with or without a cab, while tioned workspace that can be accessed stock or finished as beef. Some stores second Valtra, a four-cylinder N91 with every new tractor. N113, N103.4, N103 and N93. the A53 Compact model and all Orchard easily from either side of the tractor. • are brought in depending on the over loader that clocks up around 1,000 “This furry twig arrived in the post The selection of Versu and Direct mod- models have open cabs. Orchard trac- winter fodder situation; a mixture of hours annually. just after the tractor was delivered,” els has been expanded to include lower tors are as narrow as 1.6 metres, making New small A Series models wrapped bale and clamped silage and a “With the loader it’s a handy, com- remembers Elizabeth Hemmings. horsepower models in the N Series with them ideal for fruit farms, for example. total of around 100 beasts are finished pact tractor that is on the go all the “I planted it in the garden and we Standard max hp/kW/Nm the introduction of the N123V and N123D. The smallest model is the A53, which annually. time year round,” Robert tells us. now have a quite presentable six-foot A53 50/37/196 The N123 Versu and Direct models can be offers 50 horsepower. The A63 model The Hemmings cut around 160 acres Robert and Elizabeth Hemmings’ tree.” A63 68/50/285 specified with the same equipment and has an intercooled turbo engine that of first cut silage and 70 acres of sec- daughter, who lives on a farm in New Valtra has always been proud of its features as larger N Series tractors. produces 68 horsepower. The biggest A73 78/58/310 ond cut. Zealand, is also loyal to Valtra, although ecological credentials. The factory is “The third cut depends on the weath- hers comes from Brazil. located in the middle of a large forest er,” comments Robert Hemmings wryly. with a wood-fired system that heats Internet: valtra.nl Team “In past years we have made some Green credentials the assembly buildings and offices. Valtra maize into silage, but this year we’re Considering the trouble-free history of Excess heat is also piped to the neigh-

Editor in chief Hannele Kinnunen, Valtra Inc., [email protected] trying whole crop.” his own N91, Robert is seriously con- bouring village of Suolahti. Ecology is Edition Tommi Pitenius, Valtra Inc., [email protected] A few years ago Robert and Elizabeth sidering trading it in for a new Valtra N considered seriously when designing Editorial Adam Wiatroszak, AGCO Sp. z.o.o., [email protected] // Siegfried Aigner, AGCO Austria GmbH, [email protected] // purchased their first Valtra, a six-cylin- Series, either an N93 or N103. and manufacturing tractor components, Sylvain Mislanghe, AGCO Distr. SAS, [email protected] // Kim Pedersen, LMB Danmark A/S, [email protected] // Thomas Lesch, AGCO Deutschland GmbH, [email protected] // Andrew Rawson, Agco Ltd., [email protected] der 8050, to handle most of the slurry “There’s a natural tendency to up as is fuel consumption and engine emis- Publisher Valtra Oy Ab, Valmetinkatu 2, 44200 Suolahti Coordination Medita Communication Oy tankering plus some other work. the power a little when tractors are sions. Valtra was the first company to Translations and editing Crockford Communications Oy Layout Juha Puikkonen, INNOverkko Valtra is a worldwide brand of AGCO “We haul trailers for the contractor replaced,” but Robert questions if that approve vegetable oil-based fuel for Printed by Kopijyvä Oy 2013 Photo Valtra archive is not otherwise mentioned when making silage and we haul our is really necessary. their engines. •

4 Valtra Team 2|2013 Valtra Team 5 New style and more power S Series introduces the 4G look The reliable S Series has been updated with a new look, increased power and new features. The S Series is the first tractor to feature Valtra’s new 4G look.

text Tommi pitenius photo valtra archive

he updated S Series is pow- engine reliability and lowers emis- ered by an AGCO Power sions. The fuel injection pressure has 8.4-litre engine that com- been increased to 2,000 bar, while plies with the Stage 4 Final the cooling power has been increased emissions standard yet from 235 to 315 kilowatts. Featuring Tproduces up to 400 horsepower and selective catalytic reduction (SCR) 1,600 Nm of torque with boost. The and the Sisu Tronic engine manage- extra power is available when loading ment system, the engine is very fuel the hydraulics or PTO and when efficient. Exhaust gas recirculation driving fast. (EGR) is also utilised to ensure com- The driver can select from The engine has twin turbos, one pliance with the Stage 4 Final emis- of which has an electronically ad- sions standard, but the AGCO Power two driving modes to optimise justable wastegate. Thanks to the solution does not require additional work productivity and fuel new turbos, the engine offers superb particulate filters. The emissions are consumption. torque at low rpm. At the same time cleaned by a combination of urea and the temperature of the exhaust gases catalytic converters, so the system is is reduced, which further improves maintenance free.

6 Valtra Team 2|2013 Valtra Team 7 Valtra’s new S Series can naturally be specified with state-of-the-art precision Market-leading engine farming technology and transmission The new S Series combines market- leading transmission and engine tech- nology that are designed to take on the toughest tasks. The stepless AGCO variable transmission (AVT) is very re- liable and is controlled ergonomically from the Valtra ARM driver’s armrest. The driver can select from two driving modes to optimise work productivity and fuel consumption. The linkages are integrated with the frame and can carry 12 tonnes of implements at the rear and 5 tonnes at the front. The hy- draulics produce 175 litres per minute through a maximum of six valves. The fuel efficient engine and powerful The aggressive new look features new vents hydraulics can generate savings worth for better airflow to the engine. tens of thousands of euros per year. The features and equipment on the S Series have been further devel- oped together with customers. Valtra’s TwinTrac reverse-drive system ena- bles efficient working in reverse, for example for mowing, mulching and chipping. Working in reverse is gener- ally very efficient thanks to the excel- lent visibility, more powerful rear link- age and enhanced agility. For example, mowing in reverse consumes around 10 percent less fuel than working in the forward direction, and it also reduces the amount of stressful neck and back twisting. The comfort of the S Series is crowned by AutoComfort cab suspension, which automatically adjusts the suspension according to the conditions.

Precision farming technology a fast spare parts service, expert Valtra’s new S Series can naturally maintenance, competitive financ- be specified with state-of-the-art preci- ing and even remote monitoring The market-leading The most powerful model in the S Series produces sion farming technology, such as the as enabled by AgCommand. With Valtra‘s new s series up to 400 horsepower and 1600 Nm of torque with boost. The engine has twin turbos and an AutoGuide 3000 steering assist sys- transmission and the support of our parent compa- standard max hp/boost hp • standard nm/boost nm tem and AgCommand telemetry. The ny AGCO, AGCO Parts, AGCO electronically adjustable wastegate. engine technology S274 270/300 • 1220/1300 U-Pilot headland management system Academy, AGCO Finance and local and Isobus readiness for implements that are designed Valtra dealers help ensure that all S294 295/325 • 1300/1390 come as standard. There is also a new to take on S Series tractors operate reliably S324 320/350 • 1390/1500 colour screen with much higher reso- the toughest tasks. around the clock, every day of S354 350/380 • 1530/1590 lution than before. the year, even in the toughest con- S374 370/400 • 1540/1600 The reliability of Valtra tractors ditions. The Valtra S Series is avail- is backed up by the services offered able in Europe, South America, by both Valtra and its dealers, such as Africa and Russia. •

8 Valtra Team 2|2013 Valtra Team 9 Photo Johannes Meulener

Power Weekend team members are willing to give a new driver overalls with the embroi- The upgraded Next Sensation has few short answers in a hurry. dered logos of Valtra and AgriTech increased weight over the nose; the “Valtra provides quality, even in 4Sensation is based on a Valtra rules prescribe the dimensions of the extreme conditions like here.” 6400 with a custom 4-speed gearbox. tractor, but the distribution of weight The eight-member team is unan- The engine has a modified cylinder at the races is in your own hands. The gearbox imous. But we have to continue head, a bigger turbo, an intercool- text and Photos Frits Geut was also modified, as fewer gears are quickly before the lady interferes er and an extra radiator. Even the required for tractor pulling. with the conversation. crankshaft is modified. The Valtra n 15 June the village of tells us that last winter the machine Next Sensation has an enviable “Look son, tractor pulling is a look for 4Sensation was created us- Made in North Brabant, was completely overhauled with reputation. In addition to being na- passion, not an obsession!” ing an M130 hood and fenders from the Netherlands, played some new ideas, new construction tional champion, it has been succeed- Judith Romar drives a Valtra named the C Series. host to the annual Power methods and new modifications ing in European Championships and 4 Sensation. 4Sensation 4Sensation competes in the O Weekend tractor pulling event. For and parts. The engine capacity was Euro Cup too. At the end of the afternoon I find a 3.4-tonne Super Sport class. 4Sensa- three days the small village was increased from 7.6 to 8.3 litres. The female participant. Judith Romar tion is driven differently than Next turned completely upside down by crankshaft is standard, but the big- Ice Bear and Baby Bear Team Herlevi drives a Valtra named 4 Sensation. Sensation. The challenge is to trans- the power and decibels produced ger fuel pump with 17 mm pistons In the next section we find the Bear Further ahead is the Finnish trac- In this form of motorsport, it is not fer as much traction as possible to the by the competition tractors, a large was specially tuned in the USA. team from Great Britain. The team tor pulling team run by the Herlevi important whether you are male or track by properly dosing the clutch. number of which were Valtras. Next Sensation is driven with spirit is palpable when it comes to family. The feeling is that of a camp- female as long as you have the skills Judith is the right operator for this. standard diesel fuel. The cylinder the Valtra brand. When a door of site, complete with a barbecue, but to properly transfer the power of the If you want to see 4Sensation in Next Sensation head has bigger valves, but only two the team van is opened and a blown there is a big difference. At a camp- tractor to the track. Judith doesn’t action, you should check out this vid- We visited Jurian Duijn, who com- per cylinder because that is regu- turbo is brought up, everyone lends a site you come for leisure. Not here. disappoint. She is known to us, eo on YouTube: www.youtube.com/ petes in the Pro Stock Euro Cup lated. At 6,000 rpm the engine pro- hand. Solutions come from all direc- The tractors must be taken care of. because in the winter months she watch?v=7USLkSBD5AY. class with Next Sensation, which duces about 2,000 horsepower with tions, all to help their fellow Valtra The competitors have to be checked serves as an ambassador to recruit The nice thing is that you can is based on a Valtra T190. Jurian wheel spin of 100 km/h! competitor. out. The adrenaline has to flow. The sponsors. Proudly she shows her mute the noise! •

10 Valtra Team 2|2013 Valtra Team 11 The combustion in the engine to be optimised Tier 4 Final Engine as far as possible with current technology.

Features and advantages of Valtra tractors and AGCO Power engines

Wet cylinder liners enhanced engine life, precision, economy, reliability, oil consumption and emissions Four valves with central injection Enhanced combustion, gas exchange and power Air-to-air intercooling from 160 to 55 degrees enhanced fuel economy, Tier 4 Final emissions standard power and emissions Common rail injection and Sisu Tronic engine management Enhanced power, emissions, special functions and engine protection in case of malfunctions

Engines Engine range from 3.3 to 16.8 litres 50–800 horsepower run cleaner Tier 4 final Scr+EGR engine

with less fuel Air-to-Air Cooler (vehicle)

The first emission standards for off-road Throttle valve engines producing more than 130 kilowatts Air-to- EGR Cooler Water came into force in 1996 in Europe and Cooler

Egr- North America. Prior to that, there were no mix. Mass flow restrictions on the emissions of tractors and sensor harvesters, for example. EGR valve intake HP-comp. text tommi pitenius Photo 3Dolli HP-turb. LP-comp.

LP-turb.

E-WG n 1996, the amount of nitrogen spraying them with a mixture of exhaust oxides in exhausts gases had to urea and water (AdBlue), which be reduced by 30 percent and is completely harmless and easy the amount of particles by 10 to use. percent. Since then, emissions With the introduction of the I have been reduced incrementally. Tier 4 Final emission stand- In 2014 emissions standards ard, exhaust gas recirculation trucks for decades and been proven cooler, they also last longer. Com- will reach their probable culmina- (EGR) is also employed. With reliable. bustion is further improved by tion with the introduction of Tier this technology, some of the The latest Tier 4 Final-com- precision injection with up to 2000 4 Final. As a result, engines will exhaust gases are cooled and pliant engines are also being bar pressure. emit 97 percent less nitrogen oxides fed back into the engine. introduced on the S Series. They The new emissions standard and particles than they did in 1995. Valtra tractors use AGCO feature twin turbos with an elec- will be introduced in stages for Essentially, these emissions have Power engines. AGCO Power tronic wastegate, allowing pre- smaller engines. Valtra and AGCO been eliminated altogether. is a pioneer in SCR technology, cise amounts of air to be fed into Power already have the technology This target has been reached setting the standard for the the engine in all conditions. required for all horsepower catego- above all thanks to selective cata- entire industry. Valtra and The new engines offer the ad- ries and purposes. Although the lytic reduction (SCR), which allows AGCO Power introduced the vantages of reliability, low mainte- technological details vary, the cus- the combustion in the engine to be technology to tractors back nance and fuel efficiency. Expensive tomer always gets the most envi- optimised as far as possible with in 2008 with the S Series. The particulate filters that can cause ronmentally friendly, long lasting, current technology. Exhaust gases technology has also been tried and overheating and become clogged are reliable and fuel efficient engine are treated in the exhaust pipe by tested in industrial engines and not required. Since the engines run available. •

12 Valtra Team 2|2013 Valtra Team 13 SEV during the “open house” meeting at the 20th anniversary. A wide range of additional lights and rotating warning lights can be fitted by the Unlimited Studio.

SEV safety education center in Drachten, the Netherland. Driving safely with Valtra For the instructor there are double control pedals. Unlimited Studio Dutch traffic

safety organi- software maximises economy. How- ever, since in the Netherlands many grows internationally older tractors are still in use, it is im- sation turns 20 portant to teach drivers how to drive text Tommi Pitenius photo valtran arkisto text and photos Frits Geut efficiently. The SEV foundation also has a altra has been manufacturing for his dog to climb up,” says Petri We can rely on the support of all n 9 September the Educa- prevent back and knee problems. public function. For example, at farm- tailor-made tractors for cus- Loukiala, Project Manager at the the expertise here at the factory, tion Traffic Safety Founda- Special exercises are done on the er’s fairs and public seminars the V tomers for the past 25 years Unlimited Studio. from engineering to purchasing. The tion SEV in Drachten, the test track and skid circuit, includ- SEV stand features a Valtra tractor to already, and now we are taking “The Unlimited Studio is part of chassis number on our tractors also Netherlands, celebrated its ing braking with different loads and draw attention to agricultural traffic. customising to the next level. The the Valtra factory, so the customer indicates all the parts fitted at the O20th anniversary. The organisation at various speeds. The same exercise This allows SEV to interact both with Unlimited Studio at the Suolahti can order everything through the Unlimited Studio, making it simple has 350 members, mainly driving in- is then repeated on a dry track, and the general public and with farmers factory in Finland pledges to fulfil same salesperson cost efficiently and to order spare parts in the future,” structors, including 15 in Drachten. then on a half wet and half dry track and contractors, which helps promote all the wishes that customers may rapidly. All the work we do is covered adds Loukiala. These professionals take traffic safe- in order to teach how to control the mutual respect und understanding. have for their new tractors so long by the same warranty as the tractor. As its name suggests, the Unlim- ty to a higher level by promoting combination under all circumstanc- SEV has a Valtra N121 that was as they are feasible. The Unlimited ited Studio can fit any equipment better education for road users and es. The same exercise also includes specially designed for instruction Studio has been serving customers that the customer orders as long even the instructors themselves. pulling a half-loaded slurry tank, purposes. The tractor has a dual set in Finland since last year, and now as they work and that they comply The clientele includes schools, con- where the contents can move consid- of pedals, so the instructor can inter- it is expanding its services to inter- with all traffic regulations and re- tractors, municipalities and others. erably under braking. vene if necessary. The pedals are national customers. The response quirements for type approval. The SEV also provides training in ag- Attention is also paid to connect- designed so they can be removed eas- from customers has been very posi- pricelist already includes the most ricultural traffic. In Drachten cus- ing and disconnecting implements ily to facilitate access to the cab. tive, and over a hundred specially popular equipment. In addition, all tomers can qualify for their tractor and trailers safely. It is important The story of how SEV chose Valtra equipped Unlimited tractors have Unlimited tractors come automati- driver’s license, which has been a to maintain control of the vehicle at is interesting. One of the participants already been delivered. cally with Unlimited floor mats, somewhat contentious issue in the all times, especially when reversing at its courses is Nordwin College, “In practice most of our orders seat covers, steering wheel logo and Netherlands. Many certified compa- with a trailer into a dark barn, for ex- which ran an exchange program with are related to the intended tasks to front badge. nies are responding and having their ample. the Keuda institute in Mäntsälä, Fin- be performed by the customer’s trac- Customers can order Unlimited staff trained by the SEV. In addition land. Keuda has used only Valtra trac- tor, such as auxiliary hydraulics, re- options directly from their dealer, so to driving instruction, SEV provides Valtra N121 tors for many years to the satisfaction versing cameras, forest equipment, neither the customer nor the sales- technical training, as incorrect opera- training tractor of everyone. Back in the Netherlands, central lubrication systems, flashing person has to transport the tractor tion can affect tyre wear, the clutch, In addition, SEV teaches a “new SEV duly contacted the local Valtra lights and so on. A good example is back and forth. In principle, every- the brakes and even the environment. way of driving” that uses maximum dealer and Agritech closed the deal a customer who always has his dog thing from the initial order to war- Health and safety regulations are also torque to save fuel. Valtra is one step with SEV. After all, when it comes to Over a hundred specially equipped up in the cab when working. We Unlimited tractors have already been ranty matters are handled on a one- highlighted, including the proper way ahead of the game in this regard. safety and efficiency, Valtra is the per- modified the steps to make it easier delivered to customers. stop-shop basis. • of climbing into and out of the cab to For example, on the T163e Direct 2.0, fect choice. •

14 Valtra Team 2|2013 Valtra Team 15 The latest version of Valtra’s stepless transmission has won praise from owners around the world. The new Direct 2.0 is even easier to use, more powerful, quieter, more comfortable and more fuel efficient than previous ver- sions. For example, cab noise levels on the T163 EcoPower model have been reduced to just 68.5 decibels. The Direct 2.0 transmission is available with the N123, N143, N163, T163e, T183 and T203 models.

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European owners satisfied with their Direct 2.0 tractors Powerful and easy to use

Jerome Bagland Martijn Voorbraak Markus Renner Indre et Loire, France West Brabant, Netherlands Reuth, Jerome Bagland farms 600 hectares Martin Voorbraak farms 100 hectares Markus Renner has a 110-hectare dairy in Central France. His livestock in- in the Netherlands, where he grows farm with 90 cows in Reuth, Germany. cludes poultry and Charolais cattle. food potatoes, seed potatoes, grass He uses a T203 Direct to harvest corn He has four Valtra T Series tractors, seeds, and endive. His tractor fleet and grass silage using a 9-metre mowing one Valtra N Series and one new S includes an 8100, an 8050, an N141 combination and to spread slurry with Series on its way. His newest tractor and a T203 Direct. He uses the T203 a 18-cubic-metre wagon. is a T203 Direct. Direct for such tasks as sowing, plant- “The stepless transmission is really “Valtra tractors are strong and reli- ing, ploughing and cultivating. excellent when driving through villages able. My local dealer Max Berny also “The stepless transmission is great and in traffic, as it is really easy to start offers excellent service and support. on the potato fields, since I can ad- and stop. The weight distribution is also I use my T203 Direct for such tasks as just the speed infinitely, and on the extremely balanced, so the front axle soil preparation and slurry spreading. road the engine needs very low revs. pulls well. The T203 Direct is so comfort- It is quiet and good on the road thanks The T203 Direct is quiet, comfortable able that it’s almost a disappointment to its front axle and cab suspension,” thanks to the suspension, easy to use when the workday ends and I have to Jerome Bagland. Jerome reports. Martijn Voorbraak. and really powerful,” Martijn reports. Markus Renner. climb out! I’d love to just keep on driv- ing,” reports Markus.

16 Valtra Team 2|2013 Valtra Team 17 oldtimer Text Hannu Niskanen photo valtra archive

”The T203 Direct is so comfort- able that it’s almost a disappoint- ment when the workday ends In 2013 German DLV named Valtra and I have to climb out! ” Sigma Power an influential milestone of agricultural technology.

Chairman of DLG Philip von Bussche awards Valtra's CEO Jouko Tukiainen with a gold medal at Agritechnica 1997. Markku Ruuska rolling, the fuel consumption is just Äänekoski, Finland 6 litres per hour. With a four-furrow Sigma Power Markku Ruuska has a 68-hectare plough the fuel consumption is 9 to 10 dairy farm with 25 cows in Central litres per hour, and with an 8-metre Finland. His main tractor is an levelling harrow the fuel consumption N163 Direct, which he uses around is 20 litres per hour. The AdBlue con- milestones nominal output of 160 horsepower 800 hours a year. The farm has had sumption is next to nothing in winter- Valtra/Valmet tractors since the time, and in summertime it has to be n February 1988 Valmet’s chief by the Norwegian ITF research in- when only the driving transmis- 1960s. His previous tractor was a topped up every fourth or fifth time design engineer Hannu Niskanen stitute with positive results. Pekka sion was used. However, when the N143 Direct. that I tank up with diesel. The four- met his childhood friend, Heikki Huuskonen completed the design. torque exceeded 250 Nm, the injec- “The fuel economy of the N163 cylinder tractor is lighter and more Eskola, a livestock farmer and In 1992–1993, the global tractor tion pump increased the maximum Direct with its stepless transmission agile than the six-cylinder tractor, I contractor in Niva­la, Finland. Auto­ industry was in crisis, Valmet includ- power to 190 horsepower. The con- was a positive surprise. The tractor and it has better visibility from the control had just been introduced, and ed. Just one sector was growing: trol system was based on the torsion Markku Ruuska. needs just 1,300 to 1,600 revs. The cab. The transmission is smooth, and Hannu praised the advantages of peat for energy. In response, Valmet of the long shaft between the engine average annual fuel consumption is the level of automation really helps electronics in such tasks as plough- introduced its “Peat Special” – an and PTO mechanism. 8 litres per hour. When spraying and the driver’s work,” Markku reports. ing, for example. Heikki replied, 8400 with a turbocharged 6.6-litre In 1997, Sigma Power was award- “I can manage my ploughing in a cou- Valmet engine producing 140 horse- ed the Gold Medal at the Agritechni- ple of days, but I have to run a forage power, a three-speed Delta Power- ca fair. Since then, more than 10,000 Ahti Mansikka Direct has front axle suspension, an harvester the entire summer. What shift and a heavy-duty 1,000 rpm Valmet/Valtra tractors have been Loppi, Finland air-conditioned Evolution driver’s would be great is extra power from PTO transmission using a large dia­ manufactured utilising the Sigma Ahti Mansikka farms 120 hectares seat, a five-pillar SVC cab, all the the PTO.” meter 45 mm PTO shaft. This model Power principle. With the intro- in Loppi, Southern Finland. He has possible wheel weights, two rotating This got me thinking, and an idea proved to be a success among cus- duction of electronically controlled an N163 Direct to cultivate grain. warning lights on the roof, a front occurred to me a few days later. The tomers. common rail technology, it became Ahti uses his Valtra as much as loader and even Bluetooth. The trac- engine is the power source for three The introduction of a new long- easier to manipulate the power and 2,500 to 2,700 hours per year. tor is really quiet thanks to the low different functions: for the trans- stroke 7.4-litre Valmet engine togeth- torque curves, and new terms ap- “I spend a lot of time in the cab. revs needed by the stepless trans- mission to the wheels, for hydraulic er with the reinforced transmission peared such as transport boost and In wintertime I also use the tractor mission. The cruise control feature power, and for the mechanical PTO. and heavy-duty PTO meant that all PTO boost. But Sigma Power was for snow ploughing and preparing is excellent, and the cab is ergon­ If a certain amount of power is trans- the pieces were in place for Sigma the pioneer. skating rinks. In summertime I omic with all the main controls on ferred through the wheels, it would Power. The Mega 50 Series was duly Today, Sigma Power PTO boost is use it on the road, for contracting, the right. Driving with the pedal be possible to run more engine power launched in France in the spring of available on all new S Series models, transporting irrigation water and is easy, and the tractor is really agile through the PTO. A patent was duly 1996. The flagship was the Valmet as well as on the T213, T203, T183 Ahti Mansikka. of course for cultivating. My N163 in built-up areas,” Ahti reports. • applied for, and the idea was tested Mega 8750 Sigma Power that had a and N163 models. •

18 Valtra Team 2|2013 Valtra Team 19 Raymon Niesten relaxed driving his 3,20 meter wheel track Valtra by GPS.

Using wheel spacers the N143 has 3,20 meter wheel track.

Dutch biologic farmer relies on his N143 Raymon Niesten. The N143 is driving the same tramlines every year. text and photos Frits Geut

In August we visited the Niesten up more than 400 operating hours reliability. In the past, Raymon was front axle solution together with “Let nature do its work itself. on the weeding. The tractor takes family in Maastricht, the Nether- already, Raymon is pleased with his somewhat disappointed when oth- Niesten and an acquaintance con- Nature can do it. In this way the soil care of itself. lands. Raymon Niesten is biologic new Valtra. He selected Valtra espe- er leading brands with reputable structor. The tractor also features has less harmful pathogens,” ex- As a second option, the essen- farmer, and his wife runs the farm’s cially because of its strong rear drive- engines were in service after 7,000 a navigation system that was com- plains the biologic farmer. When we tial control functions were con- bed & breakfast on the outskirts of line, which is essential because the hours. By comparison, he is con- pletely customised by Huynen and visited Raymon, a parcel grassland nected to a remote terminal. With the city. The buildings reflect the tractor has a modified 3.20-metre vinced of the reliability of the Valtra. integrated into the N143. containing clover was being tilled. this system, Raymon can now walk local Limburg tradition, complete wheel track using rear wheel spacers. The suspension absorbs and prevents This year Raymon Niesten The tractor and the implements behind the machine and adjust it with courtyard. In this region the Although the modification required most shocks, and the tractor is also switched to the tramline system. are controlled by the GPS system. while working. If necessary, he can fields are not ploughed. Instead, simply cutting and welding, the end extremely stable. Supported by GPS, the tractor can In combination with the tramline intervene by remote control. In the everything occurs according to the result is a masterpiece of craftsman- be driven along the exact same lines system, this results in a more even future, Raymon plans to switch his minimum tillage system to prevent ship. Dealer modifications year after year. The big advantage surface. Weeding is Raymon’s fa- other implements to the tramline erosion in the hilly countryside. Other arguments in favour of The N143 was supplied by LMB Bèr of this is that there is no structure de- vourite field job. Since the tractor system. He has already purchased Raymon Niesten relies on his the Valtra included its strong four- Huynen in Margraten, which sold terioration to the 3-metre tilled soil, was specified with the TwinTrac a slurry tank on a 3.20-metre new Valtra N143 tractor, which was cylinder Agco Power engine, its low Raymon Niesten his first Valmet so the biological life in the ground is reverse-drive system, Raymon sim- wheel track and fitted with steer- delivered last spring. Having clocked weight and agility, and not least its 6600. Robèrt Huynen developed the not affected by soil compaction. ply turns the seat and concentrates ing axle. •

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Max Schulman

represents Softshell jacket for ladies and gents. European farmers text tommi Pitenius photo MTK

Max Schulman from Finland we are considered neutral in many North and South America and serves as Chairman of the Cereals issues. Our deputy chairmen are from – have caught up with us. Working Party at Copa-Cogeca, Germany and Great Britain. On a In emerging economies, such as an organisation that represents 15 personal level I have always tried to China and India, agriculture is seen million farmers and cooperatives work well together with all parties.” as an important opportunity, source Technical T-shirt for ladies and gents. in the European Union. of raw materials, employer, energy You are also Secretary for Cereals source and enabler of food self suf- What is the current state at the Central Union of Agricultural ficiency. In Europe some politicians of European farming? Producers and Forest Owners have considered agriculture to be Our Workwear Collection has extended with the new items: “Farmers face a lot of challenges, (MTK) in Finland, plus you run a sunset industry and forgotten that Double Zipper Overall and Bib and Brace Overall. just like all entrepreneurs, but we your family farm. How do you we all need to eat every day. At are moving in the right direction. combine all three jobs? Copa-Cogeca we are trying to change The biggest risks that farmers are “It requires long working hours this way of thinking.” • facing are the weather, the markets sometimes. My position at MTK is and politicians. Political changes are my main job for which I am paid a the hardest of these to control, as salary. My position at Copa-Cogeca Max Schulman changes to the weather and mar- is an honorary one that counts as 1983–1985 Works in the grain trade in ket conditions can be anticipated working hours at MTK. Farming the USA through insurance policies, futures comes on top. For example, in sum- 1986 Farms 100-hectare family farm Fleece jacket for ladies and gents. and other means, but there is no mertime I went out at four in the in Lohja, Finland (continues) insurance policy against political morning to spray the crops, then 1989 Does agricultural work in change. At Copa-Cogeca we work flew to Brussels for a meeting at New Zealand to influence the preparation of ten and then returned to continue 1991–1994 Works at Foreign Trade Unit of Knitted beanie. legislation, subsidy policies, trade spraying before midnight. the Finnish State Granary policies and co-operation through- 2001–2003 Works in the agricultural out the industry.” How does the future machinery trade of European farming look? 2003–2008 Works at Valtra, including as How did you become Chairman “European farming has traditionally Product Manager of the Cereals Working Party at been the most efficient in the world, 2008 Secretary for Cereals at the Copa-Cogeca? and we have excellent know-how, Central Union of Agricultural “Finland is by no means the biggest machinery, yields, markets and so Producers and Forest Owners (MTK) agricultural producer in Europe, but on, but now other regions – such as

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A series model max. hp/nm A53 50/196 A63 68/285 A73 78/310 A83 HiTech 88/325 N series A93 HiTech 101/370 model max. hp/nm N93 HiTech 99/430 N103 HiTech 111/465 N103.4 HiTech 111/460 N113 HiTech 124/510 T series N123 HiTech 135/540 model max. hp/nm N143 HiTech 152/600 T133 HiTech 141/580 N93 HiTech 5 99/430 T153 HiTech 155/640 N103 HiTech 5 111/465 T173 HiTech 180/660 N103.4 HiTech 5 111/460 T193 HiTech 190/680 N113 HiTech 5 124/510 T153 Versu 155/640 S series N123 HiTech 5 135/540 T163e Versu 166/740 model max. hp/nm N123 Versu 135/540 T183 Versu 187/770 S274 270/1220 N143 Versu 152/600 T213 Versu 215/850 S294 295/1300 N163 Versu 163/650 T153 Direct 155/640

S324 320/1390 N123 Direct 135/560 T163e Direct 166/740 I SO 14396 S354 350/1530 N143 Direct 152/600 T183 Direct 187/770 S374 370/1540 N163 Direct 163/650 T203 Direct 204/800

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