Farming Monthly National May 2016 | Page 58

| Machinery Kubota’s new M7001 tractor set to take market by storm Kubota’s most powerful and high-tech tractors have taken their first steps into the UK market this spring, as farmers begin to welcome the M7001 Series onto farms. he new higher horsepower agricultural tractor range was released at the end of 2015, following significant developments and an investment of £250 million, to position the new range into the mainstream agricultural market. Key to its strengths is its versatility; capable of carrying out a wide range of tasks from ploughing, cultivating and drilling, 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 largescale farming. It is available in three variants: Standard, Premium and Premium KVT. The Standard and Premium models feature a 24 or 40 speed powershift transmission whereas T the Premium KVT is a stepless CVT. The Premium models also feature an interactive touch-screen K-Monitor that manages all functionality intuitively, including headland management, ISO-BUS implement control, GPS-controlled auto-guidance and a camera function. Inside the cab, the M7001 is equally as impressive, with a clear ergonomic layout and high operator comfort ensuring maximum productivity. Available with a choice of cab suspension – mechanical or air operated - the user can choose which ever option that best suits their needs and work demands. The spacious cabin fitted on the M7001 has been designed to facilitate long hours in the seat. Built with just four corner posts and no centre pillars, operators can enjoy a virtually unobstructed 58 | Farming Monthly | May 2016 view from the front, rear and on both sides. The cabin has also been specifically engineered to minimise interior noise and provide a peaceful working environment. Built at Kubota’s new factory near Dunkirk in France, the M7001 range is fitted with a powerful V6108 engine with full stage IV compliance, including DPF and SCR technology to clean up emissions, resulting in a cleaner, more environmentally friendly tractor. The Kubota Care package is also available to all new buyers of M Series tractors, providing its customers with an essential fiveyear after sales service package. Customers can specify the service hour usage most appropriate to them across the five-year term, be it 2,000, 3,000, 4,000, or 5,000 hours. For more information on Kubota and its extensive range of solutions for the Agriculture sector visit www.kubota.co.uk or call 01844 268000. www.farmingmonthly.co.uk