| LAMMA
Kubota targets new market with
launch of landmark M7001 model
Japanese manufacturer, Kubota, is set to exhibit its new M7001 tractor at
LAMMA 2015 in January, kicking off what’s set to be a busy year of new
product launches for the company.
he new higher horsepower agricultural
tractor will to be released to market in
June 2015, following significant
developments to place this tractor into
the mainstream agricultural market, with
the strength and ability to carry out a
wide range of tasks from ploughing,
cultivating and drilling duties, on both mixed
and arable farms.
The M7001 is Kubota’s most powerful and
high-tech tractor manufactured to date, fulfilling
the stringent requirements of large-scale
upland farming across the European and North
American agricultural markets.
Available in three models - 130, 150 and
170hp - the series will be available in a choice
of a 24x24 powershift or full CVT transmission,
suitable for use across a diverse variety of
agricultural applications.
Other options include a 24-speed semipowershift or the Kubota K-VT transmissions; an
auto function and custom setting for fieldwork;
as well as the incorporation of a 12” touchscreen, specially programmed to handle the
tractor’s main functions including transmission,
linkage and hydraulic settings.
The M7001’s four-pillar design provides
excellent driver visibility and the opening roof
window allows the operator a full view of
loader attachments when at full height.
Built at Kubota’s new factory near Dunkirk
in France, the M7001 range integrates a fourcylinder engine with full tier 4 compliance,
including DPF and SCR Technology to clean
up emissions - the result being a more
environmentally friendly tractor.
Kubota is targeting sales
figures of 3,000 by 2017
as part of its plan to
strengthen its position
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within the agricultural tractor market. Plans are
also afoot to develop and extend its existing
range of agricultural tractors.
Two new models have also been announced
in the M-GX range – the M100GX-II and
M128GX-II - joining the current line up to
increase the range to four models: the
M100GX, M110GX, M128GX and the M135GX.
Adrian Langmead, Kubota Tractor and
Groundcare Business Development Manager,
commented on plans for the year ahead: “We
have some really exciting launches in the
pipeline for 2015 and it’s fantastic to finally be
able to reveal the new M7001 tractor, a model
which is set to be a game changer for Kubota.
“We have always excelled in developing new
machinery, and our commitment to extend our
offering into areas that we have not always
specialised in is paramount to our progress as
a company.”
Kubota’s Kubota Care package will also be
another top priority for 2015. The extended
warranty package was first launched in
2014 to provide its
customers with a vital five-year after sales
service package and it remains a key focus for
the company this year.
The scheme is eligible to all new buyers of
our M Series range of tractors, and customers
can specify the service hour usage most
appropriate to them across the 5-year term,
whether that be 2000, 3000, 4000, or 5000
hours.
LAMMA 2015 is also being used as a
platform to showcase the latest addition to
Kubota’s much praised utility vehicle range –
the RTV-X900. Featuring a powerful 21.6HP 3,
cylinder liquid cooled diesel engine, the new
larger model improves on the reliable and
robust performance of its predecessors.
Fitted with a high rigidity frame to help
isolate passengers from noise and vibrations,
the RTV-X900 is capable of handing loads of up
to 500kgs in the cargo bed and a further towing
capacity of 1000kgs. Its advanced additional
breaking power ensures controlled driving on
steep descents and across challenging terrain.
Some of the most significant changes have
been made inside of the cab, where 60:40 split
bench seating, power steering, under seat
storage compartments and a digital metre
cluster have all been incorporated, alongside a
horizontal opening front window.
Another key improvement on the RTV-X900
over its predecessor model, the RTV900, is its
fully independent suspension system. Height
adjustable front and rear suspension ensures
the correct vehicle height is maintained,
depending on load, allowing for a safe and
comfortable ride.
Compact tractors will be another subject
focus at LAMMA, with two new ranges
showcased – STW and B50. The Kubota
team will be on hand to discuss the
recently launched (December 2014) STW
Series, comprising of the STW34, STW37
and STW40 models along with an insight
into Kubota’s 21-31HP B50 compact
series, launched summer 2014.
For more information on
Kubota and its extensive
range of solutions for the
groundcare and agriculture
sectors visit
www.kubota.co.uk or call
01844 268000.
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