Volvo Trucks introduces the new FH farm tractor series at AgroExpo-2017
Volvo Trucks introduced a new FH series of agricultural tractors at the exhibition AgroExpo-2017.
This is reported by Traktorist.ua.
The presented machine has a low sleeping cabin with two sleeping shelves. Due to the high chassis it is possible to drive into the field if necessary. Also, the unit has special protection, there is a front metal bumper, 8 mm frame and a reinforcing tab.
The tractor is equipped with a robotic I-Shift mechanical transmission and 420-strong 13-liter Euro-5 engine with Adblue. The new car is equipped with a reinforced rear axle, capable of withstanding a large traction force when driven externally from the field.
The complete set of Volvo Trucks vehicles depends on the wishes of each individual customer and the features of the farm on which the tractor will be used.
The company offers a choice of 4 tire brands from Bridgestone, Continental, Michelin and Goodyear.
The cost of the model presented at the exhibition, with installed hydraulics — €90 thousand, in addition the tractor is assembled with a tank, handle, pump.
"Volvo Trucks has this approach, we try not to impose on the customer. We always come, we learn about the nuances of exploitation, where the machine will go and build it specifically for the task of this client. Each specification is unique", the regional representative of Volvo Trucks Jury Antonjuk sayls.
This car was designed in Ukraine jointly with the employees of the company NIBULON specially for their tasks, and this year an agreement was concluded on the delivery of 30 cars to this company.
Next year, the company plans to develop a series of smaller tractors — FM, which will differ in the cabin and engine type (13 liters and 11 liters to choose from).