Farmers and contractors who seek out the McCormick tractor display at the Lamma Show at Peterborough this month (January 22/23) will see the new mid-range McCormick X6 Series for the first time.
Scheduled for production later this year, the second newcomer in the most comprehensive overhaul of the McCormick range in the famous marque’s history brings greater performance and sophistication to the company’s mid-range offering.
There will be two models initially – the X6.420 has 111hp output for draft work, while the X6.430 delivers 121hp. The 4.5-litre FPT engine, with SCR giving fuel-efficient emissions control, has Power Plus electronic engine management to release another 10hp for added performance when working with PTO-driven implements or running at speed on the road.
“These new models combine the best features of the McCormick X60 and MC tractors in a new package with more features and options than before,” product specialist Paul Wade said. “They will appeal to farmers wanting a relatively simple tractor as well as those who want added sophistication and the performance benefits that come with it.”
In addition to the standard 40km/hr transmission, with its 36×12 configuration and three-speed thumb-switch selected powershift, the McCormick X6 tractors will be available with new 40km/hr Eco and 50km/hr transmissions.
“The first of those options allows the tractor to run at top speed with a lot fewer revs on the clock,” Mr Wade added. “Significantly less fuel will be used, so the transmission is ideal for operators who anticipate a fair amount of road work.
“Alternatively, for operators wanting a higher-spec tractor, the 50km/hr option can deliver the same fuel saving and reduced in-cab noise at 40km/hr, or can be used to cut journey times over greater distances.”
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The X6’s new four-post cab has upmarket instruments and mechanical cab suspension.
To complement this new road performance, engineers at McCormick manufacturer Argo Tractors have developed a mechanical suspension system for the tractor’s new cab. It works with the optional front axle with independent wheel suspension, which is unique in this power class and is proven to give a more comfortable ride and reduce operator stress, even on everyday jobs.
A 90mm longer wheelbase compared to the X60 will also help ride quality without negatively impacting manoeuvrability, as well as adding stability with implements carried on the 5,000kg capacity three-point linkage. A new power take-off option with ‘economy’ as well as ‘power’ settings for both 540 and 1,000 rpm also features at the back end, with interchangeable shafts for implement and PTO speed flexibility.
A new hydraulic system also covers all bases: there’s a simple gear pump delivering up to 66 lit/min depending on engine speed or a pressure and flow compensating piston pump that delivers oil on demand at up to 110 lit/min.
Add in the new four-post cabin with its anti-drop door hinges and soft-shut latches, upmarket steering column-mounted instrument display, and easy to handle control layout, and it’s clear the new McCormick X6 Series tractors are worth more than a cursory glance.
For more information visit: www.mccormick.it/en/.
