Valpadana will be exhibiting its entire tractor line-up at Agritechnica. The Italian brand will display a number of models offering a complete overview of its highly diversified product range and extensive customisation possibilities.
The VP 4600 is a family of ultra-compact, one-way, equal-wheel tractors that cover a power range from 23 to 48 hp. With a minimum width of 970 mm and a turning circle of only 2320 mm, this tractor is extremely manoeuvrable and versatile. Key features of the VP 4600 series include Yanmar 3 and 4 cylinder engines, powerful wet multi-disc braking system, a transmission with 8FWD+4REV speeds, synchro shuttle and a completely independent wet multi-disc PTO clutch. Other standard features include, power lift system with lowering speed adjustment, capable of lifting up to 1000 kg. For enhanced performance, optional equipment of upto 3 double-acting remote valves with raise/lower/float functions or 2 double-acting remote valves with draft control can be installed.
The VP 7000 Series comes with articulated steering and reversible driving positions (AR version). Power is supplied by FPT 3.2-liter, 4-cylinder turbo engines meeting Stage 3A emissions regulations. An Argo Tractors designed 16+16 transmission with synchro shuttle and creeper is standard (0.8 to 40 km/h). The open station platform offers a comfortable driving position for when operating in either forward or reverse modes.
At Agritechnica the spotlight will fall on the VP 9000 Series, a range of equal-wheeled tractors with cab and a reversible driving position as standard. Offering increasingly professional and specialized solutions, the VP 9000 series is specifically designed to meet the needs of the specialty tractor market and sets a benchmark in Valpdana’s equal-wheel tractors line-up. The two models in the range are powered by FPT 3.2-liter, 4-cylinder engines with 85 and 95 hp meeting Tier 3 emissions regulations. The iso-mounted platform is reversible and all tractor functions are easily operated via user-friendly, intuitive controls. An Argo Tractors designed transmission provides 16FWD+16REV speeds and comes standard with synchro shuttle and creeper (0.8 to 40 km/h). The conveniently positioned De-Clutch button on the shuttle lever allows the operator to shift forward to reverse without the use of the clutch pedal. An additional De-Clutch button is mounted on the gearshift lever to further enhance Operator driving comfort.
The VP 7000 and VP 9000 series tractors feature a new fully proportional joystick to control all hydraulic functions. These include continuous oil delivery with flow divider, electronic adjustment of sensitivity, shut-off valves on hydraulic taps and float functions on double-acting valves. Fitted with an electro-hydraulically engaged PTO, power lift with 2300 kg lifting capacity, hydraulic system with 50+31 l/min flow rate for excellent all round performance. With Reversible driving position, front axle with 4WD engagement and separate differential locks this range offers true versatility. Also available as an option is also a hydraulic implement suspension system. Cab versions offer a comfortable working environment and includes an air-suspended seat with a highly-efficient, easy to maintain heating and ventilation system.