Wow! When John Deere comes out with some new equipment they don’t mess around. I have about 16 news releases on new products introduced at the just-completed product launch in Ft. Worth, TX. In the interest of time we’ll kind of provide an overview. Remember each of these has it’s own release and you can find out more on their website. First we have the Frontier Equipment announcements.
Frontier Equipment introduces Carted Wheel Rakes
Introducing the new 10 Series Carted Wheel Rakes, available with eight, 10 or 12 raking wheels. These models work with tractors of at least 20 horsepower and let you easily adjust windrow width, ground pressure, and raking angle.
Frontier Equipment expands Core Aerator line
Frontier Equipment expands its core aerator line with the introduction of the new Economy and Standard-Duty 20 Series Core Aerators. The economy line is designed for the property owner with a large yard needing revitalization, and the standard line is for the commercial landscaper or municipal groundskeeper.
Frontier Equipment introduces economically priced Medium-Duty and Medium-Duty Plus Disc Mowers
Frontier Equipment introduces new economically priced medium-duty and medium-duty plus models ranging in cutting widths from four to nine feet that are perfect for your acreage and haymaking demands. These disc mowers will be compatible with tractors ranging in horsepower from 19 to 50 hp.
Frontier Equipment introduces Heavy-Duty Box Blades
Frontier Equipment expands its box blade lineup with the addition of the new Heavy-Duty and Construction-Grade 32 and 33 Series Box Blades. These box blades come in working widths of six to eight feet and are compatible with all tractors ranging in horsepower from 40 to 90 hp.
Frontier Equipment introduces the new L Series Implements
Frontier Equipment introduces a new line of attachments, the L Series, designed for the 2210 John Deere Tractor and other small competitive tractors. The L Series includes a box blade, rear blade, and landscape rake designed to fit the needs of the small property owner.
Frontier 20 and 21 Series Landscape Rakes added to lineup
Frontier Equipment continues to expand its extensive line of landscape rakes with the addition of the new 20 and 21 Series Landscape Rakes. These rakes are ideal for removing debris, rocks, and brush; smoothing gravel driveways or service areas; and for finishing dirt for planting seed or sod. They’re perfect for precision grading and leveling.
Frontier Equipment introduces a new line of Medium-Duty Box Blades
Frontier Equipment continues to expand their lineup of box blades with the new 21 Series Medium-Duty Box Blades. They come in six- and seven-foot working widths and are compatible with all tractors ranging up to 70 hp.
Frontier Equipment introduces new Rotary Rake
Frontier Equipment introduces the 1012 Economy Rotary Rake. This nine-arm rotary rake is designed for larger hay operations and is compatible with any tractor that has a minimum of 20 horsepower.
Frontier Equipment expands line of Soil Pulverizers
Frontier Equipment is expanding its soil pulverizer line, with the new 20 and 22 Series Soil Pulverizers, to the already proven line of 10 and 12 Series Soil Pulverizers. These new machines are designed for the customer who wants to break hard clods of clay or any hard-packed ground.
Frontier Equipment introduces Tedders
Frontier Equipment introduces new tedders to help farmers put their hay up faster. The tedder tines skim the surface, lift the crop, and distribute it over the field for faster drying. Frontier tedders are compatible with any tractor ranging in horsepower from 15 to 30 hp, and have a working width from nine to 23 feet.
Frontier Equipment introduces new line of Utility Disc Harrows
Frontier Equipment introduces 11 models of utility disc harrows, ranging in working widths of four to eight feet. The complete line of 10, 11, 12, and 13 Series Utility Disc Harrows are designed to work with all tractors ranging in horsepower from 25 to 75 hp.
As if that didn’t wear you out there’s more:
Exceptional power and performance with John Deere 8030 Series Tractors
Unmatched power, performance, and fuel economy are the hallmarks of the new 8030 Series Tractors from John Deere.
John Deere introduces new AutoTrac Universal Steering Kit
AutoTrac and GreenStar guidance systems bring more accuracy, reduce passes in the field, and reduce operator fatigue when operating John Deere tractors, combines, and sprayers.
Central Commodity System now available on all DB Planters
John Deere enhances its line of seeding products by offering Central Commodity System (CCS) as an option on all Deere/Bauer Built planters ranging in size from 44 to 90 feet.
John Deere launches the GreenStar 2™ system
John Deere Ag Management Solutions (AMS) is pleased to announce the GreenStar 2 (GS2) system, to assist growers in becoming even more efficient in their farm operations.
John Deere offers new farm management software: GreenStar™ Apex
John Deere introduces GreenStar Apex to help producers simplify their precision agriculture management.
PowerTech Plus™ 9.0L Engines: The most powerful row-crop tractor engines ever produced by John Deere
John Deere introduces the new PowerTech Plus 9.0L Engine for use in the new 8030 Series Tractors.
New Refuge Plus option available for Central Commodity System (CCS) Planters
For those Bt corn growers who are looking to plant refuges with an efficient seeding system, John Deere now offers a Refuge Plus option for all Central Commodity System planters.
StalkMaster chopping system available on John Deere Corn Heads
John Deere introduces the new StalkMaster corn head chopping system to efficiently size and chop cornstalks while harvesting grain.
New Triple Mower Conditioner, TMC-190, offered by John Deere
The new TMC-190 Mower Conditioner with a large 30-foot cutting width converts John Deere Self-Propelled Forage Harvesters into a whole new class of economical mower conditioners.
New updates enhance 60 Series STS Combine performance
John Deere announces significant updates to the 60 Series STS Combines, including a new “bullet” rotor for increased threshing performance, a new design for improved engine air flow, a higher torque feederhouse drive for improved feeding, and other enhancements to bring more productivity to these industry-leading machines.
John Deere adds 1990 CCS No-Till Air Drill to seeding line-up
Building on the tradition of offering the most productive and extensive line of seeding equipment in the industry, John Deere introduces the 1990 CCS No-Till Air Drill.
For more information on all these new products feel free to visit the John Deere website or contac Barry Nelson, 913-310-8324.
This might be my last post before heading to the airport on the way to the IFAJ Congress. To get you in the mood I’ve got my interview in the form of a special ZimmCast with Greg Lamp, editor of Corn & Soybean Digest. Greg will be on the trip and is on the IFAJ executive committee, representing the United States.
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