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John Deere is one of the biggest manufacturers of agricultural machinery, construction machinery and forestry machinery. John Deere is also known as a producer of diesel engines and drivetrains is constantly introducing new products into the market. Apart from different partnerships with companies like King Agro, Pessl Instruments GmbH, HCSS (Smart Construction Applikations) or BASF.
In January 2017 John Deere Construction Equipment introduced their new John Deere 450K crawler dozer and the updated versions of the 550K and 650K John Deere crawler dozers. In the following month, the US-american manufacturer released the 75G and 85G John Deere excavators, with operating weights between 8,1 t and 8,7 t. In April 2017 John Deere introduced their biggest air cart - the John Deere C850.
The John Deere Group issued a statement in June of 2017 that the company will be acquiring the german construction equipment manufacturer Wirtgen Group. The acquisition was final in December of 2017. Another addition to its farming equipment line followed in August with the release of the 260B backhoe and the John Deere 120R loader, which will complete John Deere’s utility tractor components. The following launch of the 9RX narrow track tractors, will complete the John Deere high horsepower tractor fleet. At the 2017 CONEXPO-CON/AGG in Las Vegas John Deere introduced the 950K PAT crawler dozer, which is ready to be shipped to customers starting at end of the year.
These machines only summarize the most important machine launches of 2017. Let’s take a look at this years John Deere Construction and Farming Machinery Highlights 2018.
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John Deere’s 9000 Series of Forage Harvesters Will Premiere at AgriScot
17.11.2018 09:00 John Deere is going to show the latest 5R and 5E Series tractors, F441R fixed chamber round baler and XUV 865M Gator crossover utility vehicle at AgriScot 2018 in November. John Deere 5E Series of Utility Tractors range from 50 to 100 hp of power... John Deere is going to show the latest 5R and 5E Series tractors, F441R fixed chamber round baler and XUV 865M Gator crossover utility vehicle at AgriScot 2018 in November. John Deere 5E Series of Utility Tractors range from 50 to 100 hp of power (37,4 to 74,6 kW), meeting Tier 4 Final standards. These tractors are suitable for heavier-duty applications and they are available in 3- or 4-cylinder models. The 5E Series of utility tractors comes with upgraded performance and operator’s experience compared to previous series. It features lowered hood slope for better visibility, increased fuel efficiency, redesigned controls for better operability, increased fuel tank capacity by almost 3.7 litres (2 gallons), tandem hydraulic gear pump and lower costs of maintenance. The smallest model is John Deere 5045E offering 50 hp of power, whereas the largest model is John Deere 5100E rated at 100 hp. The remaining models are the 5055E, the 5065E, the 5075E, the 5085E and the 5090E. The 5R Series of Utility Tractors features large row crop models, ranging from 90 to 125 hp (66 to 92 kW) of power. The series brings advantages such as better maneuverability (wheelbase of 2250 mm), 8% tighter turning radius than competitors in its class and enhanced operator’s environment (cab, seat, visibility). John Deere offers four models total in the 5R Series: the 5090R (90 hp), the 5100R (100 hp), the 5115R (115 hp) and the largest model - 5125R (125 hp). The F441R fixed chamber baler belongs to the F400 Series. It is built for high volume use and it is suitable for all kinds of crop. The dimensions of the F441R baler are 1.25-1.35 m in diameter and 1.21 m of width and its pickup width is 2 metres (optionally 2.2 metres). John Deere XUV 865M Gator crossover utility vehicle is equipped with powerful 4-cycle diesel engine rated at 17 kW (22,9 hp), weighs 1011 kg (with cab) and offers a payload of 680 kg and maximum travel speed of 50 km/h. Easier maneuverability of the XUV 865M is delivered through power steering and 4-wheel drive. John Deere will also introduce a whole new series of self-propelled forage harvesters at AgriScot — the 9000 Series. The series includes 4 models in total: the 9600, the 9700, the 9800 and the 9900, ranging from 625 to 970 hp. All four models are equipped with the latest forage harvesting technology, including new Harvest Motion Concept, characterized with better fuel economy and increased throughput, leading to 10% better overall performance. The series top model, and also John Deere’s biggest forager, is the 9900. It is equipped with new 24.2-litre V12 Liebherr engine rated at 970 hp (713 kW). The engine is designed to provide great torque capacity and built on the low speed concept. The 9900’s large crop channel width is 850 mm and it is designed to handle forager’s high throughput and to provide forage quality and efficient chopping. Moreover, John Deere is extending its range of high performance processors, launching the XStream KP model with increased processing intensity by 10% at all cutting lengths and being upgraded with new XCut design and Dura Line technology for extra durability. The new 9000 Series self-propelled forage harvesters are also fine-tuned with a range of AMS farming systems, designed to enhance the operator’s comfort and the quality of cutting. These systems are for example: AutoTrac for automatic steering, HarvestLab 3000 sensing system for auto length-of-cut settings, Active Fill Control for trailer auto-filling, RowSense feeler for maze rows auto-following and MyJohnDeere Operations Centre web portal, used for fleet data management and harvest data storing.Read full article
New 8600 Self-Propelled Forage Harvester by John Deere
02.09.2018 08:00 As addition to the 8000 series John Deere introduced the 8600 model powered by John Deere’s PSX 13.5-litre 625 hp engine with Stage VI emission regulation. This engine is exactly the same as there is in the brand new 9600 model which has wider... As addition to the 8000 series John Deere introduced the 8600 model powered by John Deere’s PSX 13.5-litre 625 hp engine with Stage VI emission regulation. This engine is exactly the same as there is in the brand new 9600 model which has wider entry-level. All the models from 8100 to 8600 series has width of 3 metres which meet road parametres. All John Deere models from the 8300 to the 9900 self-propelled forage harvesters contains the new XStream KP kernel processor by US company Scherer which monitors the temperature and informs the operator about overheating, Active Fill Control for automatic filling the trailers, and RowSence system which tracks maize rows. Every self-propelled forage harvester in 8000 and 9000 series are available with John Deere’s complete range of AMS systems. The ProDrive hydrostatic transmission with engine speed management is also now optionally available on all John Deere Self-Propelled Forage Harvester.The 8600 also includes a DuraDrum cutterhead and it is equipped with 2.15-metre 710/75R42 front tyres.Read full article
John Deere presents the 9000 Series of forage harvesters
31.08.2018 08:58 John Deere introduces its new 9000 Series self-propelled forage harvester, which replaces the 8000 Series, with a performance from 625 to 970 hp. Their latest forage harvesting technology claims 10 percent better on returns and operating costs... John Deere introduces its new 9000 Series self-propelled forage harvester, which replaces the 8000 Series, with a performance from 625 to 970 hp. Their latest forage harvesting technology claims 10 percent better on returns and operating costs compared to John Deere last series. These results were confirmed by independent research institutes and many field tests. The biggest models the 9700, 9800, and 9900 are driven by 24.2-liter V12 Liebherr engine with torque capacity 1400rpm. The optimized component speed at low engine speeds, form the basis of John Deere’s HarvestMotion concept to significantly increase efficiency and optimize fuel consumption. The 9600, 9700, 9800 and 9900 forage harvester were given the whole new design with twin exhaust and they have improved mainframe and strengthened drivetrain. In addition, a new 772 12-Row, Big Drum Corn Header eats up to 7 tons of forage per minute. Every model in 9000 series is equipped with John Deere Connected Support that includes a five-year JDLink subscription and a year of JDLink Connect with wireless data transfer. The 9000 series contains new kernel processors XStream KP, created with cooperation with US company Scherer, with a big roll diameter of 250mm and 50 percent roll speed offers a 10 percent improvement in kernel processing. Kernel processor rolls are available on the Premium KP unit with a standard sawtooth or with an XCut design with a spiral cut cannelure over the roll superficies. The new 9000 series is also equipped with AMS precision farming system with AutoTrac automatic steering and HarvestLab 3000 which helps manufacturers measure forage nutrient values while harvesting and at feeding. The new John Deere 9800 forage harvester had been tested at DLG fields and earned Official DLG certification.Read full article
John Deere CommandPRO for all 6R Series tractors, not just 6230R and 6250R
23.08.2018 09:43 The CommandPRO by John Deere is now provided for all medium and small tractors 6R Series, include the 6110R, 6120R, 6130R, 6145R, 6155R, 6175R, 6195R and 6215R in two- and four-wheel drive configurations. Previously only available on the 6230R and... The CommandPRO by John Deere is now provided for all medium and small tractors 6R Series, include the 6110R, 6120R, 6130R, 6145R, 6155R, 6175R, 6195R and 6215R in two- and four-wheel drive configurations. Previously only available on the 6230R and 6250R models. The CommandPRO is the brand new drive strategy for John Deere Tractors that will be probably extended to other company machines. Actually with the joystick of the same name was equipped the John Deere combine harvester thresher S700 series. The CommandPRO joystick perfectly fits to hand and enable reach all the buttons without moving hand position. The joystick allows to accelerate or decelerate the John Deere tractor to faster. The CommandPRO have unique features which differ John Deere from other solutions on the machinery market. The first unbeatable one is the ability to reach the top speed with just one push of JD CommandPRO joystick, the same it goes for slowing down. Also, the creeper control function is pretty impressive and useful, for an example, if the tractor operator wants to hitch up to a trailer or an implement, hatching up a tree or to do it in the smooth and controlled way. With just an easy pulling the joystick to the left side and then backward in the additional axis we can reach between 0 and 2 kilometers an hour. Another great thing about the creeper control function is while you get where you want to be, you can just let go over the CommandPRO and they will go back to the center, so everything goes in a smooth, controlled and safe way. What is really cool and handy is the reconfigurability. All 11 joystick buttons are adjustable to suit customer needs. The main tractor functions can all be controlled and changed to fulfill different applications and operators requests. There is also the possibility to save setting and the command center display the way the user prefers and next day he can just reload it so there is no need to input all settings every time operator use the John Deere 6R series tractor. Thanks close cooperation with contractors and developers is the CommandPRO perfectly fits to needs of the customer. The CommandPRO will be available in the range of John Deere Series 6 in combination with the John Deere AutoPowr transmissions, and both features will be integrated as standard equipment in the 6R Ultimate Edition models. Great update is also the change from an old 4100 screen to the 4200 Generation 4 CommandCentre Display, which provides all six AEF certified ISObus functions and is 20% larger. There’s also still the option of upgrading to the larger 4600 version. Moreover while talking about John Deere 6R tractor series, there come also great boost for 6145R and 6155R that makes this machines even more powerful. The 6145R and 6155R are featured with a larger hydraulic pump that provides a 41-gal. (155 L) per minute. Tractors 6175R and 6215R are already equipped with this pump and the increase vs. the previous pump goes to 23%. Also notable is the fact that bigger 6R Series models topping 130 horsepower now meet Stage V emission standards, which will come into force 1 January 2019 for tractors above 170hp. All John Deere tractors from 6R tractor series, that are compatible with the CommandPRO John Deere 6110R John Deere 6120R John Deere 6130R John Deere 6145R John Deere 6155R John Deere 6175R John Deere 6195R John Deere 6215R John Deere 6230R John Deere 6250RRead full article
New cooperation between John Deere and Pessl Instruments
12.06.2018 13:44 John Deere announced a new partnership with Pessl Instruments GmbH, a leading contractor of a weather station for agriculture and devices for exactness farming. John Deere offers farming machinery equipped with AMS (Agricultural Management Solutions)... John Deere announced a new partnership with Pessl Instruments GmbH, a leading contractor of a weather station for agriculture and devices for exactness farming. John Deere offers farming machinery equipped with AMS (Agricultural Management Solutions) technics and has a solid system of European dealer connections. The dealers will have an entry to whole Pessl products with Pessl team support and integration Pessl components into John Deere’s online Operations Centre. Pessl has been manufacturing tools for plant protection for more than 30 years. Pessl uses METOS® monitoring system which collects, store, process and transfers the data to the platform www.fieldclimate.com. METOS® system contains irrigation automation, insect monitoring, and frost warning. Pessl's new product iMETOS AVA (Agronomic Virtual Assistant), which won the EIMA Innovation Award 2018, is very helpful in monitoring wetness in soil and irrigation scheduling. The iMETOS AVA compares different stations and field data and notifies about priority attention. There are other Pessl products which is very beneficial. For example iMETOS iSCOUT for insect detection and iMETOS CropVIEW for fruits growth monitoring. Pessl will be offering its product under Pessl brand and the dealers in the EU28+ countries will be taking profit from this new cooperation.Read full article
Silver medal for John Deere
07.06.2018 15:20 John Deere, celebrating 100 anniversary on the tractor market, got the Silver Gilt medal at RHS Chatsworth Flower Show. During all those years of development and research has the company become one of the world’s leading manufacturers in... John Deere, celebrating 100 anniversary on the tractor market, got the Silver Gilt medal at RHS Chatsworth Flower Show. During all those years of development and research has the company become one of the world’s leading manufacturers in agricultural, turf and lawn & garden equipment world. To celebrate this significant jubilee, Elspeth Stockwell, well-known horticulturist and Jo Fairfax, artist and sculptor, designed together breathtaking spectacle, containing 100 golden tractors rising above upright grasses that represent fields of crops and meadow style planting portraying the rural landscape, in John Deere garden.Read full article
John Deere supplies PGA Catalunya Resort, Spain
28.05.2018 09:17 The spanish golf resort PGA Catalunya Resort in Girona, Spain just announced their five year contract with the US agricultural, construction and forestry machinery manufacturer John Deere. The american manufacturer is a well known producer or golf... The spanish golf resort PGA Catalunya Resort in Girona, Spain just announced their five year contract with the US agricultural, construction and forestry machinery manufacturer John Deere. The american manufacturer is a well known producer or golf course friendly machines like the John Deere 6000A mower, the John Deere Gator or the John Deere 4066R compact tractor. The supplier agreement between PGA Catalunya Resort and John Deere includes the John Deere PowerGard maintenance. In the past, the PGA Catalunya Resort already used John Deere machines, like John Deere ProGator, John Deere rough mowers and John Deere compact tractors. The five year commitment is part of a redevelopment program, which will feature a wide range of services and and activities on the north-eastern golf course, on the spanish Balearic Coast. The partnership is officially between John Deere and PGA Catalunya Resort but the american manufacturer John Deere side if the agreement will be covered by the local John Deere dealer Ramon Font of Vernis & Taberner Equips, SL.Read full article
Non-standard sprayer for standard problems
11.05.2018 08:00 The R4050i, new self-propelled sprayer created by John Deere was presented for the first time at Cereals Event 2018 in the Sprays & Sprayers arena. The model is equipped with new PowrSpray solution system with 5000-liter capacity spray tank and an... The R4050i, new self-propelled sprayer created by John Deere was presented for the first time at Cereals Event 2018 in the Sprays & Sprayers arena. The model is equipped with new PowrSpray solution system with 5000-liter capacity spray tank and an ultra-lightweight boom. The machine is, as standard, delivered with a touchscreen display with full FieldDoc spray documentation and ISOBUS compatibility. Also with a Hydro Handle multi-functional control lever, Solution Command electronic sprayer control and a 50-litre PowrFill inductor. For the sprayer are designed two new boom control systems, TerrainControl Pro and TerrainCommand Pro, which make the machine handle any conditions. Besides that, input costs are reduced thanks John Deere’s automatic Section Control system switches individual boom sections on and off.Read full article
New machines for the agriculture zone
02.05.2018 11:10 The brand new generation of constituent/manure sensing system and variable chamber round baler series presented by John Deere at May’s grassland events are equipped with an extra heavy duty welded frame and a proven feeding system designed for... The brand new generation of constituent/manure sensing system and variable chamber round baler series presented by John Deere at May’s grassland events are equipped with an extra heavy duty welded frame and a proven feeding system designed for improved intake and crop flow, which makes the machine efficient and productive solution in all kinds of conditions. Updates come also in features part. We are talking about a full-width drop-floor unplugging system allowing remove blockages instantly from the tractor cab and about great BaleTrak monitors. The self-propelled forage harvesters are now available with the new sensing system that measure silage dry matter and enable an automatic length of cut adjustments. The machines have been already shown at Grassland UK, on the Royal Welsh Grassland Event in Powys and FTMTA Grass & Muck 2018, too.View V461M data & specifications Read full article
Quality meets reliability - 3038E by John Deere
27.03.2018 16:39 The 3038E represents a new generation of John Deere compact tractors. The John Deere compact tractor is characterized by high flexibility and minimal machine maintenance. According to the manufacturer, the 3038E offers high productivity, flexibility... The 3038E represents a new generation of John Deere compact tractors. The John Deere compact tractor is characterized by high flexibility and minimal machine maintenance. According to the manufacturer, the 3038E offers high productivity, flexibility and while having a low purchasing and operating price. The US-american agricultural machine manufacturer equipped the 3038E with an EU-Emission compliant Stage IV engine as well as hydrostatic transmission and John Deere’s Twin Touch Pedal System. The John Deere compact tractors versatility is ensured by featuring the 3038E with different accessories, like the John Deere front loader system or telescopic draft. The 3038E can be used for agriculture and material handling applications. The compact tractors four-wheel standard drive makes this suitable to various kinds of jobs in different environments, indoors and outdoors. According to Carlos Aragones, John Deere European Turf Segment Manager, the 3038E compact tractor is easy to handle, it is service and owner friendly and offered at a purchase friendly price.Read full article
Happy hundredth birthday, John Deere!
14.03.2018 09:07 The story begins in Illinois in 1837 by a blacksmith named John Deere, who created a new type of plow. In 1918 by the acquisition of the Waterloo Gasoline Engine Company John Deere has entered into the tractor business. Today, with their 12 factories... The story begins in Illinois in 1837 by a blacksmith named John Deere, who created a new type of plow. In 1918 by the acquisition of the Waterloo Gasoline Engine Company John Deere has entered into the tractor business. Today, with their 12 factories worldwide, is John Deere one of the world’s leading manufacturer of agricultural machinery. John Deere’s 100 years of success and innovations were celebrated in company tractor factories, where the guests had a chance to take look behind the scenes of John Deere production. Also as a part of the celebration, all the tractors purchased this year will have 100 years anniversary badge, and dealers will provide a range of special offers.Read full article
King Agro is now part of the John Deere family
08.03.2018 08:52 Family company King Agro, the manufacturer of carbon fibre technology products, has became the part of Deere & Company. The cooperation has started in 2015 with an agreement about development and distribution of carbon fibre booms for agriculture... Family company King Agro, the manufacturer of carbon fibre technology products, has became the part of Deere & Company. The cooperation has started in 2015 with an agreement about development and distribution of carbon fibre booms for agriculture spray application equipment. King Agro, headquartered in Valencia, has a 30-year history of developing carbon fibre products. The company provides improved productivity and lower costs thank its innovative designs. This contract brings benefits in sharing best practices in product development, manufacturing, technology, scale and also allows King Agro to keep its brand name trademark and commercial relationships.Read full article
A new generation of the 1200A - John Deere 1200H
22.02.2018 16:21 John Deere presents brand new version of its popular 1200A model. The 1200H has become an excellent provider of pulling and pushing power that brings a premium, trouble-free finish whatever the use. Updates like hydrostatic transmission, adjustable... John Deere presents brand new version of its popular 1200A model. The 1200H has become an excellent provider of pulling and pushing power that brings a premium, trouble-free finish whatever the use. Updates like hydrostatic transmission, adjustable seat and wide running boards or electronic controls makes this machine even friendlier. Another undeniable plus is that is able to handle extremely tight turns and easy handling. What is really stunning on this model is probably the coverage of every work conditions, no matter if we speak about courses, sports arenas or construction work, the new 1200H always guarantees great output.Read full article
The proof of successful relationship
25.01.2018 09:26 At the beginning of the year 2018, John Deere and the Ladies European renewed their partnership agreement about providing golf course maintenance equipment for the next two years. All LET tournaments, inclusive of The Solheim Cup at Gleneagles in... At the beginning of the year 2018, John Deere and the Ladies European renewed their partnership agreement about providing golf course maintenance equipment for the next two years. All LET tournaments, inclusive of The Solheim Cup at Gleneagles in September 2019, will be supported by John Deere through the company’s European golf dealer network supplying mowers, tractors and Gator utility vehicles. Mark Lichtenhein, Ladies European Tour chairman made the announcement together with Manny Gan, global turf marketing director of John Deere and Carlos Aragones, European turf sales & marketing manager on Tuesday 23.January 2018 on the John Deere stand at BTME 2018 in Harrogate. The cooperation between Deere and LET company enduring since 2006.Read full article
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