Tier 3 compliant

Apr 6, 2009 1:55 PM

AGCO Corporation will equip its 4000 and 7000 series Spra-Coupe machines with new Tier 3-compliant Perkins diesel engines with the Caterpillar Acert technology.

On the 7000 series sprayers, boom suspensions are also improved, with better boom flotation in all field conditions and the ability to tilt below horizontal. Four assisted steering options are now available as factory-installed options. Three are Auto-Guide from AGCO’s Advanced Technology Solutions, and one is the Raven SmarTrax.

Prices of the 7000 series sprayers range from $155,676 to $226,527. Contact AGCO Corp., Dept. FIN, 4205 River Green Pkwy., Duluth, GA 30096, 770/813-9200.

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