DAIRY NEWS AUSTRALIA FEBRUARY 2013
MACHINERY & PRODUCTS // 33
New compact Mahindra tractors MAHINDRA, THE top selling tractor in the world based on volume, has launched three new tractors to its 10-series – the 4010 Gear ROPS; 5010 HST Cab; and 6110 Shuttle Cab. The 10-series tractors are a value line of compact economy machines designed for a multitude of uses. The new 10 series models are four-wheel drive and are available now. Sagar Bhadkamkar, national manager, Mahindra Ag & Auto, Australia, said the new tractors are economical, easy to operate, and ideal for general purpose farming and livestock operations. 4010 Gear ROPS The 4010 4WD Gear ROPS fea-
tures a 38hp, 3-cylinder naturally aspirated fuel-injected diesel engine. It includes 9F/3R Gear transmission and will be supplied with industrial tyres as standard fitment. Bhadkamkar said the 20-40 engine horsepower segment of the market is the fastest growing segment of the Australian tractor industry. “To reinforce our product stable of Max 25, Max 28, 4025 and 4035, the 4010 slots right into our range between the ever popular 4035 Power Shuttle and 4025 2WD,” he said. “The 4010 offers a nice point of difference to the solid and high spec 4035, while still out specifying many of the competitors at this price point.”
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the best in its class. Standard features on the new 10 series models include: ergonomic and spacious cabs and a flat operator’s platform for comfort. 6110 models include 1 remote valve,
tilt steering wheel, flat operator’s deck and a suspension seat. The 6110 Shuttle Cab features Synchro-shuttle with 12 forward and 12 reverse speeds, and a 1600kg hydraulic lift capacity.
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GAFFY’S TRACTOR Hire was on hand at Interna-
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tional Dairy Week, promoting the Seed & Forage Bagger produced by the SA-based company Seed & Forage Bags. Gaffy’s Tractor Hire, based in Ardmona, hires a range of tractors and agricultural equipment but is also a dealer for Seed & Forage Bags, selling both the grain handling equipment and the bags. Farmers can either hire or buy the machine through Gaffy’s. Through the bagger, farmers can store grains in a safe, economic, flexible and profitable way, by storing crops or pasture in grain bags on the fields from which they were harvested or any alternate area nearby. The harvest efficiency is also enhanced by high performance and low cost bagging and extraction processes, using inloader and extractor machines which are easily transportable. Tim Gaffy said they sold the inloader for $23,500 (plus GST and freight). For those wanting to hire the inloader to store grain, the cost works out to $10/tonne. For more details, contact Gaffy’s Tractor Hire on 0428 100 555, or Seed & Forage Bags on (08) 8352 4999.
Now’s the time to get a special price on mid-sized tractors from Case IH. And, with our 3.9% p.a. finance offer,* talking to your local Case IH dealer about a tractor to suit your needs could really pay off. Visit www.caseih.com for more information.
check out some of these special retail prices available before 31st May 2013:
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MaXXUM 6 cylindeR
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From $73,000* (plus GST)
From $80,100* (plus GST)
From $54,100* (plus GST)
• 117hp 6 cyl turbocharged/ intercooled engine • 16 x 16 semi powershift • 2 x remote valves • 3 speed soft start PTO • Heavy duty axles • Deluxe air conditioned cab with air suspension seat
• 86hp 4 cyl turbo/ intercooled engine • 12x12 clutchless power shuttle • 2 x remote valves • 3 speed PTO
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Tim and David Gaffy in front of the Seed and Forage Bagger at International Dairy Week.
5010 HST Cab The all-new 5010 4WD Cab Hydrostatic Drive tractor features a four-cylinder, 50hp engine. The new models continue the strength of the 10 series, with a 3-point lift capacity of 1503kg, which Mahindra says is the best in its class. Standard features on the new 5010 models include: 1 remote valve, tilt steering wheel, load sensing and cruise control, flat operator’s deck and a suspension seat. 6110 12F / 12R Shuttle Each 6010 tractor features a four-cylinder, 59hp, turbo-charged and indirect injection engine that Mahindra says is
101hp turbocharged engine 16 x 16 semi powershift 80 litre hydraulics 2 x remote valves 3 speed soft start PTO Heavy duty axles Deluxe air conditioned cab with air suspension seat
*Terms and conditions apply. Special retail prices at participating dealers on selected models until 31st May 2013 or while stocks last. Advertised prices do not include GST. Photographs are for illustrative purposes only and may show features or accessories not included in the advertised price. Tractor prices vary by model and specifications. Finance is provided by CNH Capital to approved business applicants only. Advertised finance rate based on 30% deposit, 36 months, annual or monthly repayments. Special prices and finance rate may be available on tractor models not specified in this advertisement. For more information talk to your local Case IH dealer.
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