GPS TEST ▶▶▶ New Holland Intelliview IV
Advanced system with many func- tions
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Many options to adjust lines on the plot Ability to record two different lines simulta- neously
Same user lay-out as Case IH
The most advanced system in the test is New Holland’s. However, the terminal lacks a specific menu for automatic steering, and that is annoying sometimes. But you can create a programmable layout yourself to compile all data. New Holland has an action price till the end of this year; the gps system will cost € 9,000 ($ 9,900). During our test the price came at € 13,687 (€ 15,050) bringing the total up to € 194,312 ($ 213,600).
can plot a narrower headland around obsta- cles if necessary. Not forgetting that you can choose whether the lines are allowed to go through the obstacle or are interrupted by it, meaning you want to be alerted as you ap- proach it. Finally, you can also choose whether to allow the area around that telegraph pole to count towards the total surface area of the plot.
Significant price difference The additional (gross) costs of the various fac-
Valtra Smarttouch
Especially easy to use ‘Easy mode’ available to quickly cre- ate an A-B line
Easy to mark an obstacle Few menu layers
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Lacks any properly advanced functionality Only able to create three types of A-B lines Logging via hectare counter menu
It is easy to use Valtra’s auto steering – even in the ‘advanced’ menu (photo). You can also choose a Go function; using it is child’s play. On the other hand: this system is not as advanced as some others. Gross price € 12,435 ($ 13,666), bringing the Valtra’s total to € 204.126 ($ 224,400).
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tory-fitted GPS systems we tested range from € 7,020 (Massey Ferguson) to € 17,259 (on the John Deere). Our John Deere test model was the most comprehensively equipped, howev- er, with full-option and two screens. Those who are willing can drive away in a 6R with SF1 signal and 4200 display for € 7,390. What stood out in the user test was that while all six systems are great to work with, they differ primarily in terms of user-friendli- ness and the range of
No general menu for automatic guidance Difficult and sometimes confusing layout Requires some parameters to be entered before an A-B line is possible
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detailed functions. Which system you choose will therefore mainly depend on how you use the GPS system and how fanatical you are about drawing your own plots – and the trac- tor brand itself is irrelevant. If you have many different drivers using your tractor, it may be useful to go for convenience, which will save you many phone calls and long explanations. If you have a fixed team of drivers, you should opt for an advanced system from the start and then take the time to draw all of your plots in detail.
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