March 21, 2018
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Tractors
Here you can find the archive of profi test reports on a wide range of tractors.
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March 21, 2018
Tractor test: Headland management systems in comparison
TRACTOR TEST: Headland management systems in comparison Let's get automatic with a slow down lift up tuck in turn over – and back again. That's what tractor headland management systems are about. Since our last…
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March 21, 2018
Electronic tractor linkages in comparison: Sense and sensitivity
PROFI TEST: Electronic linkage control (ELC) is standard spec on most current UK tractors of 100hp and above. Here, though, we specifically focus on the control systems fitted within the 140hp sector – on midsector…
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March 21, 2018
Gearboxes in comparison: Stepless – yes or no?
PROFI TEST: The infinitely variable gearbox is unquestionably the hot tractor topic of the moment. Manufacturers are selling and promoting an increasing number of these more sophisticated transmissions, yet the big farmer question remains: Is…
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March 21, 2018
Six tractor linkages in comparison
PROFI TEST: Running a mixed fleet of tractors? Yes. Then the following is almost certain to ring true: On one of the farm’s tractors the link arms always couple up at the first attempt, while…
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March 21, 2018
Headland management systems compared
PROFI TEST: Arrive at the headland, linkage up, pto and diff lock off, markers up, shuttle back and forth – today’s tractor drivers need hands and plenty of them. Most tractor makers now recognise the…
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March 21, 2018
Driving impression: Cab suspension concepts
PROFI TEST: Cab suspension may be all the rage among some of the world's tractor makers, but the 'Big Four', for the moment at least, seem content to maintain a form of splendid isolation. That…
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March 21, 2018
Suspension systems in comparison:
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March 21, 2018
Buying second-hand tractors: First the check, then the cheque
PROFI USED MACHINERY: For some businesses, the purchase of a used tractor may make more sense than buying a brand new one. profi looks at the various tractor componentry, and offers tips on how to…
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March 21, 2018
12 cabs in comparison: Tractor cabins in close-up
PROFI TEST: Our July issue gave a general assessment of the 12 tractor cabs selected for our comparative test. In this issue we continue the analysis of the various platforms’ individual strengths and weaknesses in…
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March 21, 2018
12 tractor cabs in comparison: Cabin comfort counts
PROFI TEST: During peak season, the tractor cab may be home for up to 14 hours/day, seven days/week. Manufacturers are well aware of this, and recognise that a farmer’s perception of their particular platform is…
