Highly-efficient forage harvesting equipment forms the culmination of the full line strategy

All implement functions can be controlled via ISOBUS and the Varioteminal, meaning that all functions can be operated via the terminal or with the joystick. Both models also carry a parallel mode option using the separate forage wagon terminal. The chopping rotor on the Fendt Tigo which can be swivelled outwards has either 40 (PR) or 45 (XR) knives, and can be easily operated using the two buttons on the left side of the wagon, or from the cab.

The uncontrolled, quiet and low-maintenance pick-up with an operating width of up to 2 m, guarantees excellent output on both the Fendt Tigo XR and PR. 25 mm rotor tines ensure that the forage is picked up is such a way to preserve the crop’s essential quality. Fendt is currently the only manufacturer to have integrated the rotor drive gearbox into the chassis frame.

Filled wagons always tend to tilt downwards especially when used across a slope, therefore destabilising the entire combine. Fendt Stability Control (FSC), is the safe way of negotiating slopes, and guarantees perfect road handling. Another unique level control is installed in the wagon’s hydro-pneumatic suspension system. The full suspension travel is always available regardless of the load. Two hydraulic stabilisers on each axle ensure that the set level is always maintained, and that the wagon’s loading space is always parallel to the slope, meaning that it remains stable. The closed system also works on the roads to counter rolling when taking corners.

Fendt Tigo XR and PR are identical in design to the top-of-the-range forage wagons from Lely.

The Fendt 2125 F, Fendt 2125 F Profi equipped with a table, and the two variable balers have the unique HydroflexControl system. The system clears blockages in the feed channel quickly and easily. The flexible “Flex” floor in the feeding channel allows alternating quantities of forage to flow downwards, though there is still too much material in the feeding channel, the path can be cleared by swinging out the entire floor. The driver does not have to leave the cab, but can control the process conveniently from the cab, which increases operating efficiency and saves costs.

With an operating width of up to 14 m, the new Former 14055 PRO rake developed by the AGCO expertise centre for wet silage has a high acreage capacity, and is therefore great for use in large enterprises and by contractors. The challenge involved in developing a rake with such an operating width is to ensure that the implement is compact when in its transport position. Fendt has found the perfect solution.

The Fendt Slicer TLX disc mower range is a complete new venture, and will be unveiled to the public for the first time at Agritechnica 2017. The Fendt mower comes in a new diagonal transport position, which gives the series the huge advantage of being compact. Due to the cleverly-designed curved shape of the arm, the mower unit has a swing range of +28° to -20°, which is wide enough to ensure outstanding ground following even on difficult terrain. The standard hydro-pneumatic suspension optimises the bearing pressure of the mower in a wide range of conditions.

All other features, such as the huge cutting force, an exact cut and reliability are offered by the Fendt Slicer TLX mower series to the usual high Fendt quality standards.

These special alpine implements are newcomers to the Fendt silage equipment range: the Former 351 DS tedder, the 431 DM and 601 DN twister, as well as the Slicer 260 FP and FPS disc mowers. All implements feature weight-optimised designs, in other words they are lighter and more compact than conventional implements. In addition, their centre of gravity is close to the tractor, which means better stability on slopes.

An outstanding feature of the Former 351 DS tedder is the rigid headstock, therefore allowing a range of options on the front of the unit. The Fendt Twister also impresses with its drive, which includes robust double yokes and synchronous movement as standard, providing additional safety when working on slopes. The Slicer 260 FP and FPS models with swivel headstock complete the product range in the disc mower division. In addition, the Fendt Slicer 260 FPS also has an integrated hydraulic side shift, absolutely perfect for operating across slopes.

Software updates, which are available for all Fendt Katanas, continuously add functionality, and so increase the retention value. Practical trials have shown that the controls are now even better tailored to the driver’s needs, this year, for example, has seen the addition of an option to switch between full beam and low beam using the assignable buttons on the joystick.