| Machinery
Kubota UK launches L1361 Utility Tractor
Kubota UK, leading agricultural machinery specialist, has launched its latest high performance L1361 Compact Utility
Tractor, which provides unrivaled versatility, productivity and efficiency.
or those looking to
complete a wide
range of
maintenances task
with ease, the 36.6
HP machine is a
flexible choice, featuring a powerful
three cylinder Kubota D1803-M-E2
engine, manual or three range
speed hydrostatic transmission and
a 38 litre capacity fuel tank for
extended periods of use.
The new L1361 also includes
4WD and live, continuous-running
rear PTO exclusively available on the
HST model. The frequent and
alternating use of various
implements are supported by the
machine’s three-point hitch and
impressive lifting capacity, for easier
and flexible use.
By featuring a quick detach front
loader, the model allows for easier
and quicker use of implements,
including the new Kubota LA525
front loader with a curved boom
design, for easy completion of the
biggest of tasks.
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The bevel gear front axle has
been designed to deliver an
extremely tight turning radius, with
full power transfer to the wheels at
every steering angle. This enables
greater traction across all terrains for
secure high performance.
However, productivity and
performance aren’t the only key
benefits of the machine. Ergonomics
have also played a significant part in
the L1361’s refreshed design, with a
spacious operator deck and slanted
front bonnet for greater field of vision
when handling front loader
operations to ensure maximum
safety.
Speaking of the latest L1361
tractor, Adrian Langmead, Business
Development Manager for
Groundcare, said: “As a market
leader in the manufacture of high
performance solutions, Kubota is
dedicated to developing machines
that combine innovation and
technology together to constantly
improve the way in which the
industry works.
“Regardless of terrain or job
requirement, the L1361 allows
operators to get the job done better
and faster, all with greater comfort,
performance and ease.”
Addition of COATEX film to CLAAS product range
With the introduction of the new net and film wrapping
system in the ROLLANT 400 UNIWRAP range, CLAAS now
also offers the COATEX film material needed for the new
bale wrapping process.
ess film, easier
disposal
The workflow for
the new film
wrapping process
is exactly the same
as for the normal net wrapping
operation, except for the material.
Once the bale in the bale chamber
has reached the required size, it is
automatically wrapped in up to eight
layers of COATEX film. In contrast to
the net wrapping process, the film
layers extend a few centimetres over
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the lateral edges of the bale. This
saves on the number of layers
required later on the wrapping table,
and also provides optimum
protection for the bale edges. The
new system also does away with the
laborious process of separating net
and film when the bale is later
opened. It all adds up to easier
handling, and the tidy and efficient
disposal of bale wrapping materials.
Improved bale shape, better silage
quality
The practical benefits of COATEX
include an ultra-reliable wrapping
process. The bales are densely
packed, resulting in a significantly
improved bale shape. These are
major advantages for transport and
storage. The rapid and more
effective air seal also ensures an
optimum ensilage process, with
outstanding stock feed quality.
The right product for every baler
CLAAS COATEX is available in
two versions, both of which are
1,400 mm wide, for reliable
coverage around the bale edges.
According to the baler model and
operating conditions, for example
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haylage as opposed to moist silage,
the customer can choose between
film thicknesses of 20 μm (1,750 m
roller length) or 17 μm (2,000 m
roller length).
CLAAS will also continue to
supply the proven ROLLATEX
product range, and WRAPEX
wrapping films.
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