Sprayers on show at Agritechnica
With the Agritechnica show in Germany just weeks away, sprayer manufacturers are teasing out details of new and updated machines that will make their debut at the event.
Although previously announced in June, it will also be the first opportunity to see and find out more about the John Deere 500R self-propelled set to take over from its mid-cabbed R4140/4159. Similarly, it will for many, be the first chance to see the new high capacity Kuhn Karan trailed machines as well as updated Fendt Rogator Gen 2.
Three new self-propelleds
Agritechnica sees the introduction of three new self-propelleds from Agrifac. At the top of the list of changes is the latest Claas X11 cab for the new Endurance 80, Vanguard 67 and Vanguard 55 models.
All are controlled via the latest EcoTronicPlus 3 control integrated touchscreen, keypad, multi-function joystick and automated control.
New flagship of the fleet is the 8,000 litre capacity Endurance 80. Powered by an 405hp, 8.9-litre Cummins engine it can be equipped with booms up to 55m wide booms and can be fitted with up to 2.3m wide tyres providing a ground clearance of 1.54m.
Said by Agrifac to strike a balance between capacity and manoeuvrability, the 6,700 litre capacity Vanguard 67 is powered by a 325hp engine. Its 3.6m wheelbase and the ability to fit up to 2.2m wide tyres combine agility with power, says the firm.
For those requiring a smaller, more versatile sprayer is the 288hp, 5,500-litre Vanguard 55, which can also be equipped with 2.2m wide tyres.
All three new models are available with booms ranging from 24m to 55m wide, with options of 3-part to 4-part folding configurations, depending on the model. They can all be fitted with AirFlowPlus air assistance. This uses fans, spaced at 3m along the boom, to improve penetration and reduce drift, with hydraulic angle adjustment.
At Agritechnica they will be also introducing its latest spray technology including StrictSprayPlus PWFM and AICPlus spot-spray systems.
Hardi looks forward
A forward-mounted cab on the new Hardi Arex, which will be previewed at Agritechnica in November, is a radical departure from its existing self-propelleds.
Hardi is currently revealing scant details about the machine, but it does say it’s powered by a 310hp Cummins engine and has new independent, pneumatic suspension on each wheel.
While the cab supplier is not revealed, Hardi says it is equipped with its ISObus SmartCom platform, which as well as delivering the liquid regulation also offers online connectivity and telematics.
The machine will be available with 5,000- and 6,000-litre tanks and its latest Twin Force booms. It will also be equipped with GeoSelect Gen 2 and the PulseSystem, which is Hardi’s latest off-line spot spraying technology, which uses pre-loaded maps to target treatments.
A redesigned ‘WorkZone’ has SmartFiller and Fluidbox 8000 along with automatic agitation, filling and rinsing systems.
Set for sale in 2026, the Arex, like the existing Alpha models, is built in France by Everard, which is also part of Excel Industries group.
High capacity single axle trailed
Set to make its debut at the Agritechnica Show is the 9,000-litre Leeb 9 LT single axle, trailed sprayer.
The latest addition to the LT range, it was developed in response to demand for a high capacity, but manoeuvrable machine, and sits between the existing Leeb LT and GS models. While the plastic tank technology comes from the LT, the German maker’s GS design contributes the chassis, liquid circuit and centrifugal pump, which offers flowrates up to 1,000 litres/min.
In common with others in the LT Series, the new 9L is available with BoomControl active boom control, 25cm nozzle spacings and CCS – continuous cleaning system.
With its single axle the 9 LT, the manufacturer says it fills a gap in its range for customers who need more tank capacity but do not want to compromise on agility.
