A new range of
McCormick four-cylinder tractors with a number of performance and driver
comfort advances will be launched at the LAMMA 2019 show as McCormick
manufacturer Argo Tractors aims to wow visitors with one of its most ambitious
stand presentations.
The McCormick X7.440
P6-Drive destined for the event will represent a three model line-up of
higher-spec four-cylinder tractors with maximum power outputs from 141hp to
176hp with ‘power boost’ on all models and a new slick-shifting powershift
transmission.
The tractor will be
displayed among a selection of models representing the mid- to high horsepower
span of the McCormick range, from the 119hp X6.45 to the 310hp X8.680 VT-Drive.
“Our stand at LAMMA
2019 will make a clear statement about how the McCormick range has developed
into a thoroughly modern line-up of products supported by independent dealers
who put customer service at the top of their priorities,” says Adrian Winnett, managing
director of UK operations.
The new Tier 4 Final
versions of the McCormick X7.4 tractors offer a well-equipped machine capable
of handling a wide range of tasks on livestock, arable and mixed enterprise
farms.
There is a choice of
simpler-spec Efficient and full-feature Premium semi-powershift models, and stepless
transmission models to the Premium
specification.
All versions are
powered by a 4.5-litre BetaPower engine from FPT Industrial, with an SCR plus
DOC emissions control package for Euro Stage IV / US Tier 4 Final compliance.
But there is no DPF soot filter, which on tractors with such a device requires
an occasional fuel burn to clear ash deposits.
Performance with
pto-driven implements and when pulling trailers, tankers and spreaders has been
given a lift now that boost power features on all models.
The X7.440 has a
maximum power output of 141hp for draft work, which automatically increases to
150hp under load in the upper gears – ie for transport applications – and when
a pto-driven field implement is being operated.
Similarly, the
X7.450’s 155hp output rises almost 6.5% or 10hp to 165hp for these non-draft
applications, while power for the X7.460 also goes up 10hp, from 166hp to
176hp.
