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Countrywide Training (formally 7Y Services) has used PJE Driver Training over the last 7-8 years as a trainer and found them to be very accommodating when it comes to providing courses at short notice and with details before and after each course booked. Phil ensures that my customer needs are fully checked before booking onto courses which helps

with the courses running smoothly. Phil is also very good at ensuring enquires are answered in a timely manner and booking courses have gone very smoothly with him. We would like to wish PJE good luck for the future and look forward to working with them in the coming years.

‘Previously our clients have had to travel to Pontypool, Shrewsbury or Gloucester so extending what is on offer here in the county is great news’ said owner Phil Edwards. P J E Driver Training is based on the Rotherwas Industrial Estate, Hereford and provides tuition in driving vehicles from LGV’s and minibuses to trailer towing and 7.5 tonne, using their own fleet of vehicles, if its got 4 wheels...or more...they can help. Phil set up P J E Driver Training six years ago and works alongside his wife Anne. Previously he worked as a HGV driver and instructor for a logistics company and is now a DSA registered LGV instructor. “This is a voluntary test, renewed every four years and insures we offer professional standards which gives our clients reassurance that they are getting the best tuition available’. Courses vary from 2 days for car and trailer to 5 days for HGV. Everyone is different in terms of driving experience but also the way they learn. P J E tailor the training to suit your needs and help you

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every step of the way in getting you on the road. P J E Driver Training also provides driver CPC Periodic Training. All professional PCV and LGV drivers must by law complete the training in order to drive for a living. Drivers who pass their LGV test before January 1997 must complete 35 hours training by 9th September 2014. ‘Courses offered include Safe and Fuel Efficient Driving, Driver Hours and Tacho Laws and First Aid. We have courses running every other Saturday morning at Rotherwas or we can come to your work place”, added Phil. “Our clients vary from large commercial businesses through to Farm workers and school teachers to private individuals who want to tow without breaking the law. If you’re not legally towing you will incur a fine, penalty points and invalidate your insurance. For more information or professional advice please contact Phil or Anne Edwards at P J E Driver Training & Consultancy Services on 01432 356521 or 07970 171960.

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NEW FROM JCB... PRODUCTIVITY, EFFICIENCY AND OPERATOR COMFORT HIT NEW HEIGHTS WITH THE JCB FARM MASTER 435S AGRI WHEELED LOADER

so the machine’s unrivalled power-to-weight ratio of 16.8hp/tonne, which gives it agile silage clamp climbing performance, remains uncompromised.

er – a six-speed powershift transmission with automatic shifting and torque converter lock-up in all gears giving no-slip mechanical drive to the wheels.

JCB has launched a new version of the UK’s most popular high performance wheeled loader to put greater productivity in the hands of larger farms and contractors. The JCB Farm Master 435S Agri builds on the success of its predecessor – the 434S Agri – as the industry’s first heavy class wheeled loader built exclusively for agricultural applications.

However, apart from the inherent fuel efficiency of the Cummins engine, an ECO power setting that limits engine speed to 1800rpm for light duties is joined by a new ‘low idle’ feature.

The new Powerinch feature disengages the clutch when full engine speed is required at low ground speed for optimum loader tear-out and lift. On the road, the transmission gearing provides a 48kph top speed option to enable the machine to keep pace with other vehicles in a silage-making or muck spreading crew.

“The 434S established new levels of performance for heavy-duty farm loading and handling operations with features and specifications designed specifically for agriculture,” says Edward Roach, JCB Agriculture Product Marketing Manager. “Its replacement builds on a successful formula with improved traction, faster travel speed and greater comfort and convenience for the operator – and a significant reduction in fuel consumption bringing lower running costs.” Like its predecessor, the new 4.2-tonne payload Farm Master 435S Agri is powered by a 6.7-litre Cummins QSB six-cylinder engine but with catalyst and particle filtration exhaust after-treatment technologies to meet European Stage 3B emissions rules. It also has a variable geometry turbo generating increased performance at lower engine speeds. Peak outputs are unchanged at 230hp and 945 Nm torque,

This automatically cuts engine speed to just 700rpm after 30 seconds of inactivity – when waiting for a silage trailer, for example – and can be augmented by an optional auto engine shutdown if required. Together with a lower cooling fan speed to cut power loss, these features contribute to significant reductions in lifetime fuel usage. With 750/65R26 MegaXBib tyres installed, the 435S Agri has impressive traction and flotation for a machine weighing more than 13.6 tonnes. But a new option of an automatic locking front axle differential adds further tractive effort in challenging conditions as an alternative to the standard limited slip differentials at both ends. “Service intervals for the loader’s axles have been extended to 1500 hours and wheel speed braking is introduced for reduced heat build-up, less brake wear and increased efficiency,” notes Edward Roach. “These all contribute to lower lifetime running costs.” Further efficiency gains come from the unique driveline for a wheeled load-

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Operators get to enjoy a quieter working environment in the new cab, where maximum noise level is down to just 70 dB(A). Climate control air conditioning with increased ventilation and air recirculation is a new alternative to the standard system and an Actimo XXL luxury air suspension seat is introduced as an option for best comfort through a busy working day. “There is also a new instrument display combining analogue dials and colour LCD screen with additional features,” says Edward Roach. “It also provides the operator with more useful information, such as fuel consumption, to help manage and record the loader’s use.” Service and maintenance access remain unrivalled – all daily checks can be performed at ground level, gull wing doors expose the engine bay and a swing-out hydraulic drive fan gives clear access to the cooling package for cleaning.

Operators who appreciate how the loader arm suspension can boost productivity by absorbing vehicle movements over a rough surface can now exploit the system at slower speeds. The current machine must exceed 6kph for the suspension to become active but with the 435S Agri, the operator can ask his dealer to set Smooth Ride Suspension activation at whatever speed he chooses. “Together with other new features, the new JCB Farm Master 435S Agri is even more operator-focused than before,” says Edward Roach. “For example, float, kickout and return-to-dig are now selectable rather than permanent features of the loader control system, and we have standardised on electrical quick-hitch implement attachment from the seat for safety as well as convenience. “Big farms and contractors who need a loader of this calibre have a choice,” he adds. “They can buy an industrial loading shovel adapted for agricultural work and accept the inevitable compromises or invest in the purpose-built Farm Master 435S Agri with every detail tuned for farming applications.” Essential specs – JCB 435S Agri · Payload/lift height: 4200kg / 3.61m · Engine: 6.7-litre, 6cyl Cummins QSB Tier 3B with auto low-speed idle (700rpm) · Power/torque: 230hp max; 945Nm auto clutch Weight: 13,688kg

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sector benchmark for many years. Now with the P25.6, Merlo is once again confirming its technological leadership in the compact telehandler sectors. Merlo engineers and designers focussed on safety and compactness, resulting in the production of a machine that is tiny in dimensions (only 1.80 metres wide and less that 2 metres tall), reliable and quick, but is able to handle up to 2.5 tonnes or a lift height of six-metres.

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As with all Merlo telehandlers, the driver is absolutely not forgotten. Although of diminutive dimensions, the P25.6 has the same cab as other machines in the range – a cab that’s 995mm wide, with plenty of space, several storage compartments, and incredible panoramic visibility.

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John Deere has established a new partnership with Leica Geosystems to provide mobile phone network RTK (NRTK) corrections via the company’s dealers in the UK and Ireland, for repeatable, highly accurate (+/-2.5cm) precision farming applications. John Deere’s latest Mobile RTK offering has three different components. The John Deere Mobile RTK Modem provides the connection to the RTK corrections over the mobile phone network. This comes with an open SIM capability, allowing customers to choose their own service provider. John Deere Mobile RTK Access gives customers access to third party RTK corrections, and allows automatic RTK Extend and satellite-based SF2 signal correction to +/-5cm, to increase reliability during field operations when the mobile phone service is interrupted. In addition, John Deere’s new partnership provides access to the Leica Geosystems NRTK correction service for all agricultural customers in the UK and Ireland. Using this service,

Leica Geosystems will be the preferred supplier of Mobile RTK corrections, and provide annual subscriptions through the John Deere dealer network. Mobile RTK collects information from a synchronised network of GPS reference stations set up across both countries to calculate the correction data. To provide complete geographical coverage, the Leica Geosystems service uses data under licence from reference stations owned by Ordnance Survey Great Britain, Ordnance Survey Ireland and Land & Property Services in Northern Ireland.

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In addition to the satellite GPS signal, Mobile RTK correction data is sourced from a countrywide pool of existing base stations, so users don’t need to invest in their own. A centrally located server (see illustration) calculates the correction signal, which is then transmitted via the mobile phone network to the vehicle, equipped with the John Deere Mobile RTK modem and StarFire 3000 receiver. This maintains continuous data connection, even in difficult terrain or across wide geographical areas.

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CLAAS NEWS... Heeslingen/Harsewinkel, Fricke is taking on additional sales territories in Lower Saxony and Western Pomerania as the exclusive authorised dealer for harvesting machines and tractors manufactured by CLAAS. Fricke, a company which can look back on 90 years of success in the agricultural machinery industry, operates both Wilhelm Fricke GmbH in the Elbe-Weser region and Fricke Landtechnik GmbH in north-eastern Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania as authorised dealers for harvesting machines and tractors made by CLAAS, the established German agricultural machinery company. As of 1 July 2014, Fricke will be taking over sales responsibility for additional territories in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania and Lower Saxony. In these territories, Fricke will exclusively sell harvesting machinery and tractor products made by CLAAS. Fricke and CLAAS are thus bringing their successful 60-year partnership up to a new level. Two family-owned enterprises of long-standing tradition. The partnership between Fricke and CLAAS represents a close alliance between two traditional German companies in the agricultural machin-

ery industry. Founded in 1913, CLAAS is a family-owned enterprise which has grown into one of the world's leading manufacturers of agricultural machinery, offering a comprehensive range of harvesting technology and tractors. The Fricke Group, founded in 1923, has operated as a successful dealer of agricultural machinery, spare parts, commercial vehicles and gardening technology for many decades.The group is represented in 17 countries worldwide at a total of 29 locations. "As both a company and a family, we can look back on a long and shared history with CLAAS. We know CLAAS as a leading innovator and reliable partner with excellent products. That is why we are looking forward to continuing our close partnership with CLAAS in the future. We will also continue to support our customers in the agricultural sector as a competent partner", stated Hans-Peter Fricke, General Manager of the Fricke Group.

a larger sales territory, Fricke will be able to further develop its sales of CLAAS products", added Jรถrg Sudhoff, General Manager of CLAAS Vertriebsgesellschaft mbH. The latest agricultural technology for every need With the extensive product range of CLAAS, Fricke offers its customers the latest agricultural technology ranging from combine harvesters, self-propelled forage harvesters and telescopic loaders through to tractors. A wide range of forage harvesting machinery completes the offering. "With CLAAS machines, we are able to offer our sophisticated and quality-conscious customers in the regions of Elbe-Weser and Western Pomerania extremely reliable and high-performance agricultural machinery", explained Hans-Peter Fricke. The usual high level of service for all makes In terms of service, nothing will change in

the future for farmers and farm contractors. The experienced staff at all Fricke service locations remain on hand to answer and resolve any questions and problems which arise. With well-trained employees using the latest diagnostic and testing equipment, repairs and maintenance will continue to be performed quickly, cost-efficiently and reliably irrespective of make. Additional information about the relevant responsibilities and locations will be provided in the coming days. About the Fricke Group: Founded in 1923, the Fricke Group (www. fricke.de) currently employs 1,078 full-time staff including 73 trainees. As a dealer of agricultural machines, spare parts, commercial vehicles and gardening technology, the company achieved sales of 427.8 million euros in 2012. The Fricke Group is currently represented in 17 countries at a total of 29 locations.

"Fricke and CLAAS are two family-owned enterprises with shared values, which have been working together successfully since 1959. We are delighted that the Fricke family has decided in favour of a strategic alliance with CLAAS. Thanks to

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MCCORMICK... New service parts team gears up for Landini and McCormick sales growth An ambition to work for a leading tractor manufacturer has been fulfilled with the appointment of Tony Hinks as area manager for service parts at AgriArgo UK, the distributor in Great Britain for Landini, McCormick and Valpadana tractors. “All my experience in the agricultural engineering industry so far has been at machinery dealers,” he says. “Now I’m beginning to enjoy working with dealers, helping them to develop their service parts support for customers by supplying genuine ARGO parts and consumables.” Tony’s previous positions will stand him in good stead in that role. As parts manager and group parts manager at leading dealer organisations during his career he has a wealth of experience in this aspect of farm machinery sales and support. “Supplying new tractors and implements tends to get a lot of attention but it’s the parts and service items that keep them going,”

Tony Hinks points out. “It’s important to farmers that AgriArgo’s dealers hold a good stock of the right parts and consumables; and important for a dealer’s profitable business too.” From his home in Runcorn, Cheshire, Tony will work with AgriArgo’s separate Landini and McCormick dealer networks in Wales and the west of England. That will leave parts manager Tony Burgess to focus on dealers in the east of England, and Bob Bain to handle service parts business in Scotland in addition to his recent appointment as area sales manager for whole-goods in the area. “These changes are designed to enhance service levels and allow our parts staff to spend more time with dealers to ensure they stock the correct mix of ARGO service products for their customers,” says Ray Spinks, general manager at AgriArgo UK. “Enhancing our service support is just one of the measures we’re taking as we prepare the way for some great new models to further strengthen the Landini and McCormick tractor ranges.”

GENERAL NEWS... T4 debut at Livestock Event tops off eye-catching New Holland display New Holland’s brand new T4 tractor range will be making its eagerly-awaited debut at the Livestock Event next week. It will join an impressive line-up of New Holland machinery on show at the NEC Birmingham on July 3rd and 4th when visitors will come from around the country to the UK’s leading showcase for livestock equipment and services. As well as the T4, the Livestock Event will give customers a chance to see New Holland’s Roll Belt Baler after its own highly successful first showing at the Cereals Show 2013. The T5 and TD5 will be on hand for inspection too, alongside New Holland’s Forage Harvester, Roll Baler and Telehandler, together with skid steer loaders. Completing the line-up will be a Precision Land Management (PLM) display, illustrating how agricultural businesses can achieve greater efficiency with precision farming and auto-guidance products – cutting costs and time. New Holland Marketing Manager Richard Spencer said: “The T4 is set to become the tractor of choice for livestock farmers who carry out extensive hay and forage, feeding and loader applications – so its arrival at Livestock is a big event.

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“The T4 will pull the crowds by itself but we’re expecting a lot of interest too in our array of market-leading machinery thanks to state-of-the-art technology, ultra-reliability and service that is second to none.” The T4 range has been completely redesigned and upgraded to feature five premium tractors to replace the existing T4000 and the entry-level models of the previous best-selling T5000 range. This tailored offering produces 74-114 hp and benefits from state-of-the-art Common Rail technology with an efficient Cooled Exhaust Gas Recirculation system for Tier 4A compliance, plus deluxe VisionView™ cab and advanced options such as a Dual Command™ transmission. The T5 and TD5 will be showing off their wellknown all-rounder capabilities, such as outstanding maneuverability, while the Roll Belt Baler’s new design pick up and “endless belt” design will help to deliver significant productivity gains. Dick Spencer added: “We’re looking forward to meeting farmers and land managers to help find the right answer to their livestock needs. It’s going to be a very busy couple of days!”

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The Monmouthshire Show takes place on Thursday 29th August, 2013. Attracting around 20,000 visitors annually from town and country, the Monmouthshire Show is regarded as one of Wales’s largest one day Country Shows. We pride ourselves on being a major livestock show, exhibiting cattle, sheep, goats, horses, and pigs and are delighted to host one of Wale’s largest Open Dog Shows with over 1000 entries every year and a wide range of breeds.

The Monmouthshire Show, set in the heart of the Wye Valley, offers a unique one day experience bringing together a wide array of attractions. Don’t miss it, book your tickets in Advance and save up to 20%.

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Over 350 tradestands. 20,000 visitors. Farm machinery, cars, gardening, clothes, jewellery, toys. An endless list.

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Headlining the Main Ring is Inch Perfect Trials Display Team. A professional, fun, exciting and dynamic motorcycle trials display team providing exhilarating action packed quality entertainment. The Country Matters Ring will entertain the crowds with displays from Usk Gun Dogs, Chrissie’s Owls and Chris Green, Countryman. The Discover the Country area will provide an opportunity to engage with rural country skills, suitable for all ages and Gwent Young Farmers will be once again providing some Country Entertainment. Monmouthshire Show is a premiere “Shop Window” for a “taste, try and buy” experience in a friendly and relaxing atmosphere. With over 350 tradestands from local food and crafts to heavy machinery there is plenty to interest everyone.

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PROTECH MACHINERY... Protech Machinery are a British owned company based in Gloucestershire and manufacture a leading range of post drivers to suit all requirements. It is a privately owned company, Directed by Steve Craddock and Andy Hooper, both of whom have a wealth of agricultural design, engineering and farming knowledge. The company has rapidly grown since it was formed in 2003. Success has been fuelled by our dynamic approach, product excellence led by customer feedback and wealth of manufacturing experience and knowledge. We recognised that many of today’s farmers, small holders and contractors

have a requirement for a reliable and durable, quality post driver at an affordable price, at Protech Machinery we have the most extensive range of Post Drivers you will find. We pride ourselves on using only the best British materials to ensure only the finest machines are produced and are renowned for being the leaders in innovation. As the machines are designed and built in house, we have an excellent ability to make bespoke machines and tailor machines exactly to the customer’s requirements. The company success has been recognised throughout for it’s excellent quality and value for money. This was demonstrated when

Protech Machinery picked up 1st prize at LAMMA show for 'Best New Product/Innovation' for the P300 Contractor model.

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ROBERT D WEBSTER... New Holland has celebrated the success of its extensive dealer network awarding four accolades recognising excellence in performance and service quality. Winners included; Lloyds Ltd for Large full liner Dealer of the Year, Robert D. Webster Ltd for Medium full liner Dealer of the Year, Francis Bugler Ltd for Medium Tractor Dealer of the Year, with J R Perry Ltd picking up the award for Irish Dealer of the Year. Three new dealers achieved outstanding levels of performance: Adrian O’Brien tractors of Sligo, Ireland; RES Tractors of Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire and The Burdens Group of Boston, Lincolnshire. All three exceeded objectives and fully established themselves as first class New Holland dealers

These dealers were recognised for their outstanding efforts from New Holland’s network of over 64 dealerships with 139 locations in the UK and Ireland, all providing high levels of local service to the farming community. Andrew Watson, New Holland’s Managing Director, said: “I would like to personally thank all of our dealers and particularly those recognised with these individual awards, which are extremely well deserved. It is great to see their commitment to the New Holland brand and their customers “Each year New Holland and its dealers continue to grow and develop. With a committed and motivated workforce at the heart of the business, we will continue on this path of success.”

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New Holland’s brand new T4 tractor range will be making its eagerly-awaited debut at the Livestock Event next week. It will join an impressive line-up of New Holland machinery on show at the NEC Birmingham on July 3rd and 4th when visitors will come from around the country to the UK’s leading showcase for livestock equipment and services. As well as the T4, the Livestock Event will give customers a chance to see New Holland’s Roll Belt Baler after its own highly successful first showing at the Cereals Show 2013. The T5 and TD5 will be on hand for inspection too, alongside New Holland’s Forage Harvester, Roll Baler and Telehandler, together with skid steer loaders. Completing the line-up will be a Precision Land Management (PLM) display, illustrating how agricultural businesses can achieve greater efficiency with precision farming and auto-guidance products – cutting costs and time. New Holland Marketing Manager Richard Spencer said: “The T4 is set to become the tractor of choice for livestock farmers who carry out extensive hay and forage, feeding and loader applications – so its arrival at Livestock is a big event.

Please contact Robert D Webster for all of your New Holland requirements. Clackna Farm, East Street, Kilham, Driﬃeld, East Yorkshire YO25 4RF

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NEWS FROM EARTHMILL... Earthmill announces strategic merger with TGC Renewables Agricultural wind turbine specialists, Earthmill Limited, have today announced the company’s merger with the wind energy division of Bristol-based TGC Renewables. The merged business, which will be known as Earthmill (The Green Company), sees the creation of the largest distributor and installer of Endurance wind turbines globally and the UK’s biggest 50-225kw wind turbine installer with over 100 machines already installed. The merger is effective immediately.

energy sector. “Guiding farmers and landowners through the key stages of planning and financing of wind power development is an increasingly important service for would-be investors who are looking for impartial advice and support when considering either land rental opportunities or direct wind turbine investment,” explained Steve Milner, Managing Director of Earthmill.

With a sales and service area covering Yorkshire, Bristol, Wales and Scotland, as well as a presence in Devon and Cornwall, Earthmill will provide a complete portfolio of installation and maintenance services to customers based throughout the UK. The new company will also continue to act on behalf of its farming customers as an independent project developer within the medium-scale wind power industry.

“Today’s announcement is an important step, not only for the two companies involved in the merger, but also for the medium-scale wind industry within the UK,” Mr Milner adds. “Earthmill is well known as the North’s leading agricultural wind turbine specialist, and our amalgamation with the wind energy division of TGC Renewables cements our position as the number one choice for farm-scale wind turbines across the whole of the UK. One of our keys strengths and goals is to provide exceptional customer service, and this merger will enable us to offer an unparalleled level of service to even the most remote parts of the country.”

Under the terms of the agreement, Earthmill will continue to operate dedicated regional teams to provide valuable and independent long-term advice and understanding of the opportunities available to local farmers and landowners from the renewable

Glenn Johnson, CEO of Endurance Wind Power, added: “We warmly welcome today’s announcement as we believe a larger, and therefore stronger distributor will be able to provide our customers with even greater levels of service and quality. This

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in turn will match our own world-leading engineering standards. We look forward to working with all our UK partners, including Earthmill, as we press ahead with our plans to meet the UK’s rapidly rising demand for 50kW and 225kW farm-scale wind turbines.” Speaking on behalf of TGC Renewables, Ben Cosh, Managing Director commented: “Founded in 2006, TGC Renewables is one of the most experienced energy developers in the UK, with specific expertise in retained project planning, finance and development. Our listing in the 2012 Sunday Times’ Fast Track awards reflects the company’s growth and is testa-

ment to our success within the industry. “However, with over 350 megawatts of wind and solar energy initiatives currently in development, and with a pipeline of projects that continues to grow, it is critical that we dedicate sufficient management focus to each of these very different energy markets. In this respect, Earthmill and the wind energy division of TGC Renewables are perfectly matched, with the combined entity well positioned to deliver the highest possible level of service to our customers.”

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RANSOMES JACOBSEN... Ipswich, Suffolk (January 2, 2013) Cushman, a recognised leader in light-transportation vehicles for commercial, industrial and turf-maintenance applications, has introduced the newest addition to its vehicle line-up – the rugged, reliable and versatile 1600XD-R 4x4 utility vehicle. Cushman is a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company. The 1600XD-R combines four-wheel-drive capability with a powerful 22 hp, 1,007cc three-cylinder OHV diesel engine to handle large tasks on tough terrain. Its performance is further enhanced by an automatic, continuously variable transmission (CVT) with low – and high-gear ratios, a user-selectable locking rear differential which can be engaged in both twowheel drive and four-wheel drive operation, four-wheel independent suspension, and exceptional hauling and towing capacity, with a maximum vehicle load of 726 kgs. The 1600XD-R is homologated as a tractor and as such can be licensed for road use in European countries. (Local legislation may apply as to how the vehicle is registered). “With Cushman’s 110 years

of experience in the field, it is extremely exciting to introduce the 1600XD-R, which brings the Cushman name and reputation for durability, quality and performance to a new class of vehicle,” said Richard Tyrrell, Product Manager at Ransomes Jacobsen, the European distributor for the Cushman brand. "The 1600XD-R combines the traditional rugged construction and refined power of a Cushman vehicle with a 4x4 drivetrain to serve the needs of a variety of customers, from large construction and industrial sites, to agricultural producers, to golf-course superintendents." The Cushman 1600XD-R's many features include: 22 hp, 1,007cc diesel engine: The three-cylinder OHV, liquid-cooled diesel engine generates exceptional torque providing ample power for nearly any task. Automatic transmission with selectable gear ratios: The 1600XD-R's automatic, continuously variable transmission (CVT) can be placed in high range for higher maximum speed, or low range for greater torque and pulling power. Top speed is 40 km/h in high range, and 17 km/h

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in low range. User-selectable 4WD: The 1600XD-R's four-wheeldrive capability can be engaged quickly and easily using a simple lever on the vehicle's dashboard. User-selectable locking rear differential: The 1600XDR's rear differential can be locked in both 2WD and 4WD operation. In addition to the locking rear differential, a limited-slip device on the front axle further enhances traction on difficult terrain. Large payload and towing capacity: The 1600XD-R has a total load capacity of 726 kgs, and its 0.4 cubic metres steel cargo bed can hold a maximum of 500 kgs. The vehicle also can tow up to 590 kgs from its rear tow hitch. -MOREFour-wheel independent suspension: The 1600XD-R features MacPherson struts on its front wheels and a double A-arm wishbone suspension on its rear axle to provide sure traction and a comfortable ride over deep ruts and tough trails. Durable construction: The 1600XD-R is built on a

welded-steel frame with advanced powder-coat protection to withstand the rigors of everyday tasks without damage or rust. Additional features such as a front brush guard, mud flaps, and automotive-quality front cowl keep the 1600XD-R looking sharp, even after a hard day’s work. Essential safety features: A tubular steel rollover protection system (ROPS) and seat belts protect operator and passenger. Full road lighting is standard featuring headlights with high-beam functionality, which provides maximum visibility in low-light situations. Ergonomic cockpit design: A carefully designed cockpit keeps all vehicle controls within easy reach. The 1600XD-R's dashboard provides the operator a wealth of information at a glance, with a speedometer, fuel gauge, odometer, an engine-temperature gauge, and numerous information and caution lights. For more information on the Cushman line of light-transportation vehicles for commercial, industrial and turf applications, please visit www.cushman.co.uk

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