A two-year warranty, an air-conditioned cab and an opening roof window all come as standard on the latest utility tractor from McCormick.
The 47hp, four-cylinder McCormick CT55U has been added to the range by distributor AgriArgo UK following a positive response to the launch of a 57hp version two years ago.
“The specification is pretty good for this size of tractor, not least the standard air conditioning in the roomy cab,” product specialist Paul Wade said. “The 57hp model has attracted a number of different users in farming, horticulture and groundscare; the sister machine has a little less power, a simpler transmission and slightly smaller tyres, but also a keener price tag.”
For £22,665, buyers of the McCormick CT55U get a four-cylinder Mitsubishi engine and a 16×16 synchro shuttle gearbox. There is a hydraulically-engaged three-speed PTO that provides an economy setting for 540rpm to save fuel, as well as 1,000rpm for more demanding implements. A durable wet clutch is fitted.
In other respects, the tractor has been kept nice and simple; there is mechanical engagement of the diff lock and front axle drive, for example, because they are less often used on a tractor of this size.
Two double-acting valves should be sufficient to operate most equipment thanks to a 31 lit/min oil supply from the gear pump. The three-point linkage capacity is 1,500kg.
The spacious cabin with its flat floor provides plenty of headroom, with a large door opening and side-mounted gear levers making it easy to get on and off. Good-size windows ensure the operator has clear all-round visibility.
As with all McCormick tractors, the new CT55U is delivered with the Cesar security identification system installed as standard to discourage theft.
For more information visit: www.argotractors.com.
