High forage quality and high performance are claimed for Pöttinger’s new Faro loader wagon, which is also said to boast a smooth-running rotor for up to 50 per cent lower diesel consumption than other harvesting processes.
The new machine is designed for tractors between 90 and 150hp and is equipped with PTO shaft protection of 1,600Nm. The 750mm diameter rotor has seven rows of tines with 7mm double tines and 31 knives. With a chopping length of 45mm, the new Faro chops even shorter and offers higher performance as a result. The scraper floor is 150mm lower. This enables optimum unloading and space for 17 or 22.5 inch tyres. The concept is rounded off by the new look.
To meet a wide range of individual customer’s requirements, Pöttinger offers the Faro 4010 L / D Combiline and 5010 L / D. The Faro 5010 L / D features an all-steel body with 700 mm top panels and extension bars that can be adjusted in three positions (-0 mm/-120 mm/-210 mm) and now has a capacity of 31 cubic metres. The Faro 4010 L / D Combiline features the Combiline body.
The proven six-row floating pick-up with cam track at both ends ensures perfect ground tracking and clean forage as a result. A wind guard with swath roller are now available on the Faro for optimised forage flow, as is an additional tracking roller. This is positioned behind the pick-up to improve pick-up guidance. The parallelogram tracking roller mounting can be adjusted independently of the front jockey wheels, which is a a unique feature that guarantees a 100 per-cent float function.
The tracking roller can be set up to 50mm higher. This system excels in very wet operating conditions with deep tractor wheel marks; there’s no sinking into wheel marks and precise height control in all situations. The raw ash content of the forage is greatly reduced as a result. Consequently, clean forage promotes higher milk yield to increase success. This unique technology (available as an option) is now successfully in action on all Pöttinger rotor-type loader wagons.
The rotor is driven by a high-strength simplex roller chain. On loader wagons fitted with discharge beaters, only the pick-up switches off. Power is supplied by a wide-angle PTO shaft protected to 1,600 Nm. This means that the new Faro has about 14 per cent more drive power with a corresponding increase in capacity. The automatic chain lubrication system minimises maintenance requirements.
The chopping system has also been revised. A total of 31 knives provide a theoretical chopped length of 45 mm so that the new Faro chops up to 11 per cent shorter. For the Faro 5010 L/D, there’s also a bolt-in frame available with six or 11 knives. The new Faro features the proven Easy Move swing-out knife bank that was invented by Pöttinger to make servicing the knives as convenient and safe as possible.
The scraper floor has been lowered by 150 mm at the front end. This allows for tyres up to 710/35R22.5 to be fitted. The forage is conveyed upwards to the rear, leading to uniform and smooth unloading. In addition, noticeably less power is required. A two-speed motor is also available. The Faro 5010 L D can be fitted with the automatic loading system as an option.
The dual-function front flap enables a rapid change between loading mode and transport mode. The forage compression flap is controlled electro-hydraulically from the terminal to bring it into the desired position. The front panel of the wagon has been redesigned to provide a good view into the loading chamber from the tractor. The automatic loading system has two measuring points. Unique to Pöttinger, compression is adjustable via pressure springs to ideally match the power of the tractor.
The Combiline bodywork features high-strength, full-length panels without extension bars. Roof ropes with rear tarpaulin are available as an option for optimum crop containment. This increases loader wagon capacity by up to three cubic metres for loading hay and straw. With new slanted mudguards, there’s no chance of any crop material getting caught.
The D wagon tailgate is implemented as a multifunctional rear flap. Three positions are possible: normal unloading with tailgate wide open; fine discharge for controlled unloading; and cross-conveyor mode. The D version is equipped with a straight driveshaft powering two beater rotors. The tailgate is fitted with an adjustable flow control board, which pivots upwards when the tailgate opens to prevent crop losses.
The Faro 4010 L / D Combiline is equipped as standard with a 15t parabolic spring chassis and 560/45R22.5 tyres.
The FARO 5010 L / D, meanwhile, also features a 15t parabolic spring chassis and 500/50-17 tyres. An 18t parabolic spring chassis with longitudinal linkage and 560/45R22.5 tyres is also available as an option. Both types of chassis can also be supplied with a steered trailing axle. Tyres up to 710/35R22.5 are available as an option.
The L version is operated as standard using the Direct Control terminal; the D version uses Powetr Control. Both versions are also available with Power Control Wireless or the CCI terminal.
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