Heavy duty

Tractors, loaders and skid steers are important tools to have around the nursery. They can help you move your plants or pallets around the nursery, deposit fertilizer or take care of weeds.

When you consider tread and attachment options, there are plenty of heavy machines to choose from. Here are some of the newest models.
 

KIOTI NX Series

The pitch: KIOTI’s new NX Series includes an updated design and features ready for the toughest of jobs.

• Designed for “4L” performance — lower vibration, lower noise, lower fuel consumption and longer lifetime — the NX Series tractors are built with customer needs and environmental standards in mind.
• Models are equipped with a Daedong Tier 4 ECO Diesel Engine, hydrostatic power steering, rear differential lock and wet multi disc brakes.
• NX Series tractors deliver mid PTO speeds of 2,000 rpm and rear PTO speeds of 540 rpm, as well as a 1,441-pound lift capacity.
   

For more: www.kioti.com

Kubota Grand L60 Series

The pitch: Kubota Tractor’s Grand L60 Series is equipped with advanced, yet user-friendly, computer controls.

• The six models, with choice of five clean-emission engines and three transmission options, include the L3560, L4060, L4760, L5060, L5460 and L6060.
• New styling, including a deluxe cab, and computer controls were included to enhance operator comfort and ease of use.
• The new LCD Intellipanel provides one-button adjustments for the HST PLUS transmission to maximize performance.
   

For more: www.kubota.com

Massey Ferguson GC1700 Series Sub-Compact Tractors

The pitch: Massey Ferguson’s GC1700 Series sub-compact tractors deliver hardworking performance, plus redesigned styling and functionality.

• Includes four models that replace the previous GC range.
• The GC1705 and GC1710 TLB are rated 22.5 gross engine horsepower and the GC1715 and GC1720 TLB are rated at 24.5 gross engine horsepower.
• All four models feature a low-rated engine rpm that reduces vibration and noise to improve engine life and decrease fuel consumption.
   

For more: www.masseyferguson.com

New Holland Workmaster 35 and 40

The pitch: The new Workmaster 35 and 40 compact tractor models are machines meant to get the job done without all the bells and whistles of a more expensive tractor.

• The 12x12 Synchronized Shuttle transmission makes change of direction easy because there’s no need to come to a complete stop when shuttling.
• A two-pedal HST transmission with cruise control allows the operator to adjust speed and change direction using two foot pedals: one to move forward and one to move backward.
• Powered by Tier 3-compliant, fuel-efficient three-cylinder engines available in 33- and 38-hp models.
   

For more: www.newholland.com

Boxer Equipment 300 and 500 Series

The pitch: Boxer Equipment, manufactured by Morbark, produces the lightweight yet heavy-duty 300 and 500 series of compact utility loaders.

• Both can handle more than 50 universal compact utility attachments.
• The 300 Series has a tip capacity as high as 1,325 pounds and an operating capacity as high as 663 pounds at 50 percent tip load.
• The 532DX offers rubber track undercarriage, which allows the units to enter through gates as narrow as 3 feet wide.
   

For more: www.boxerequipment.com

Bobcat 500 Frame-Size Compact Track Loaders

The pitch: The 500 frame-size compact track loaders are part of the new M-series line featuring enhancements that provide operators a variety of benefits.

• The cab-forward design moves the operator closer to the attachment and provides unmatched visibility in all directions with the largest cab door opening on the market.
• Offers a two-speed option which boosts the maximum travel speed from 7.4 mph in low range to 11 mph in high range.
• The hydraulic bucket positioning option keeps the loader bucket level as the lift arms travel upward.
   

For more: www.bobcat.com

Ditch Witch SK750/SK755 Mini Skid-Steer

The pitch: The Ditch Witch SK750 mini skid-steer features 70 attachment options.

• The design allows users to convert track stances between narrow (36 inches) and wide (42 inches).
• Operator areas are 50 percent larger and feature ergonomic controls with an optional single-level joystick.
• A two-way auxiliary control for the attachment frees up the user’s hands to control depth and ground speed.

For more: www.ditchwitch.com

John Deere 4 Family Compact Utility Tractor Line

The pitch: John Deere’s 4M and 4R Series compact utility tractors are made for those who need to do more than mow grass.

• The 4M and 4R models feature Final Tier 4 engines ranging from 43-66 hp.
• The machines are equipped with hydrostatic transmission with Twin Touch Pedals that provide operators with simple hydrostatic controls to change speeds.
• An optional PowerReverser transmission available on the 4R Series allows the operator to change directions using a hand lever and without clutching.
• Four-wheel drive comes standard on all 4M and 4R CUTs for tough applications and harsh ground conditions.
   

For more: www.deere.com

Toro Dingo Compact Utility Loader

The pitch: The Toro Dingo TX 427 Compact Utility Loader is available in narrow and wide track models.

• With a tip capacity of 1,530 pounds, both loaders feature a 27-hp Kohler engine.
• These models also come standard with a heavy-duty 2-stage air cleaner that offers dust and dirt filtration, even when the engine is working.
• Featuring four independent hydraulic pumps, TX 427 loaders deliver 16.9 gallons per minute (gpm) of flow to each track, 11.4 gpm to the auxiliary hydraulics and 6 gpm to the loader arm.
   

For more: www.toro.com/dingo