JCB today unveiled SISU as the company’s chosen supplier of Stage IIIB/ Tier 4i engines for its entire Fastrac tractor range. The announcement coincides with the preview in the UK of the brand new Fastrac 8280 and 8310 tractors at the Cereals 2011 show on June 15 and 16.
Sisu engines have been specially developed to give the sustained high power and torque levels demanded in a heavy draft tractor. The engines feature high efficiency combustion with after treatment limited to SCR, avoiding the need for particulate filters. This technology also adopts the efficient use of the cooling pack, ensuring visibility to the front is maximised and service access is maintained.
The most significant benefits for the end user are the improvements in fuel consumption and the reduced in-cab noise levels.
Richard Fox-Marrs, Managing Director of JCB Agriculture, said: ’Stricter engine legislation does not have to result in compromised performance; the key is choosing the right Stage IIIB/ Tier 4i solution to suit the product. With this in mind, JCB is delighted to announce its agreement with AGCO SISU POWER to supply engines for the JCB Fastrac range.
’Sisu engine technology is the right solution for the Fastrac range, which offers professional farmers and contractors the unique advantages of speed, comfort, safety and efficiency. The adoption of Stage IIIB/ Tier 4 engines from AGCO SISU POWER, utilising fuel efficient emissions technology, adds further distinct advantages for our customers and is a really exciting step forward for our business.’
Eero Tomi, Managing Director of AGCO SISU POWER, said: ’We are very excited about this opportunity to supply Sisu engines to JCB, combining our long time expertise on farm tractor engines with high speed vehicles experience of JCB.’
JCB tractors are becoming more and more sophisticated in order to deliver the productivity and efficiencies expected by the professional customer. There is greater demand on the relationship between the tractor, the transmission and the engine in order to optimise electronic communication and to ensure the tractor is working at its maximum potential every minute of the day.
