New Holland has launched a brand new vary of defensor self-propelled sprayers for 2026, obtainable in Ukraine and Moldova from early within the 12 months.
The up to date line retains two fashions. The entry-level defensor 2500 retains its 2,500-litre tank capability, whereas the bigger defensor 4000 sees its capability improve from 3,500 to 4,000 litres. Energy outputs are 215hp and 272hp respectively, each from tier 3 six-cylinder FPT NEF 6.7-litre engines. Gasoline tank capability is 450 litres throughout each fashions.
Cab entry has been revised, with a brand new prolonged entry platform and handrail, and steps that fold at nearly 90 levels to keep away from contact with taller crops. The rear bonnet encompasses a new aspect cowl with fuel struts to carry it open for engine servicing and radiator cleansing, whereas a brand new entrance bonnet gives entry to the gasoline tank. Inside, operators have a pressurised cab with activated-carbon filter, extra inside area and simpler entry to CAN ports and the fuse field. A brand new multifunction lever consolidates key controls within the operator’s proper hand, together with propulsion path choice, velocity management and sprayer capabilities.
All booms are actually constructed from stainless-steel, and the increase construction incorporates an built-in fence nozzle and end-of-bar valves. A brand new transmission with unbiased wheel motors gives particular person traction management to every wheel, with working speeds of as much as 30km/h and a transport velocity of 48km/h. The machines may climb gradients of as much as 30%.
An eco mode function routinely adjusts engine velocity based mostly on operational demand to handle gasoline consumption. The up to date filling station permits the tank to be stuffed from both the entrance or aspect of the machine, with a filling monitor displaying tank ranges. An non-obligatory filling pump permits a goal quantity to be set for automated filling.
On consolation, the defensor 4000 encompasses a new unique air suspension system, whereas the defensor 2500 makes use of energetic caliper suspension. Each fashions embrace LED work lights and customisable blue LED lighting throughout the complete increase width to help evening spraying. One-touch increase opening and shutting is supplied by way of auto fold on each fashions.
The Intelliview 12 monitor manages all utility methods and applied sciences, with a brand new interface and elevated processing energy. It additionally handles radio, lighting and telephone connectivity, and helps distant entry. Computerized increase top management is supplied by Intelliheight XRT, which makes use of 5 sensors to concurrently learn soil and crop cover distance. Intelliturn automates headland manoeuvres to scale back operator enter throughout turns. The non-obligatory Intellispray II system delivers PWM expertise with particular person nozzle part management, and features a increase recirculation function to keep up a constant spray combination when utility is paused. An non-obligatory direct injection system contains two further 100-litre tanks, from which merchandise are blended into the spray answer immediately on the increase, enabling regionalised utility with variable fee dosing.
Built-in telemetry connects to the New Holland FieldOps portal, permitting real-time monitoring, fleet administration, agronomic knowledge monitoring and customisable notifications.
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