There was plenty on display for farmers at Diesel Dirt & Turf
Thousands descend on the Sydney Dragway every April for the National Diesel Dirt & Turf Expo – Australia’s largest construction equipment exhibition.
Despite its construction focus, there was plenty of agricultural machinery and attachments on display at this year’s event, and the team at Farms & Farm Machinery magazine was on deck to recap the best pieces.
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ACES – 5.2k MultiOne mini loader
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Australian Construction Equipment Sales – 5.2k MultiOne mini loader
The MultiOne range is manufactured in Italy but since 2016, they have been distributed throughout Victoria by ACES.
In all, ACES offers nine mini loaders in the MultiOne range, including the 5.2k model which the brand says is the best value loader with telescopic boom in its size on the market.
The 5.2k mini loader is powered by a 25 horsepower Kubota diesel engine and boasts an 820kg lift capacity, meaning it provides great value for day-to-day duties around the farm including cartage, beekeeping, landscaping and general construction.
Capable of reaching a speed of 14km/h, the 5.2k is also packed with functions and features including 360-degree visibility, 800kg of breakout force and a maximum lift height of 2750mm.
The MultiOne range can also accommodate over 170 attachments which are available to fit the machines.
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Neilo – M7040 ROPS Grader
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Neilo – M7040 ROPS Grader
The Neilo M7040 is a powerful tractor-grader hybrid machine built around a Kubota M7040 tractor and is the mainstay of the brand’s grader range. Fitted with a 2.4m mid-mounting grading system, the M7040 designed for site works and roadworks.
To fit the grader blade, the tractor wheelbase has been lengthened and lifted for stability, better ground clearance and improved grading performance.
The blade can be reversible and has a replaceable cutting edge. In rolled back mode, the blade will slew on level plain at ground level.
Operators will have the option to fit a windscreen and plastic roof for better sun protection while still making the most of better visibility in the open-cab style. Other additional extras include a laser or GPS control system to ensure precise finishing.
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Kubota – M6040 tractor
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Kubota – M6040 tractor
Kubota had a full suite of tractors on deck at Diesel Dirt & Turf, including the M6040 with a cab and X36 loader attachment. Kubota says the M6040 is a simple machine to operate, yet with 68 horsepower, still packs a punch.
The tractor falls in Kubota’s M Series range which suits a variety of applications including property maintenance, commercial landscaping and typical farming requirements.
It is designed for heavy duty work such as cultivation, hay work and trailer applications, and is equipped with hydraulic shuttle, creep speed and auto-hitch functions to ensure uptime in the paddock.
The tractor is also fitted with hydraulic wet disc brakes as standard to decrease operator effort and increase tractor longevity.
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AgPride – Berti Dual Mulcher for tractors
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Ag-Pride – Berti Dual Mulcher for tractors
Designed for tractors of between 70 and 120 horsepower (kW), the dual mulcher from Ag-Pride can be mounted on either the front or rear of the machine and is available in a left-hand offset version – something which Ag-Pride Australia says is ideal for mulching against roads or other restrictive boundaries.
The dual mulcher is suited for mulching grass, vegetation, scrub and pruning – all of which can be done up to lengths of 60-80mm. It is ideal for the mulching of open field crops, green areas, gardens and for roadside applications.
The mulcher is manufactured in Italy with a rear adjustable discharge hood for easy maintenance, fully automatic belt tensioner, a heavy-duty rotor with a large diameter and mechanical side shaft.
The dual range is available in five different models from Ag-Pride Australia.
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Inlon – Civiline LT 9600i slope track mower
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Inlon – Civiline LT 9600i slope track mower
Civiline’s LT 9600i slope track mower is a remote-controlled and self-propelled machine which dominates on steep inclines, as well as roadside mulching applications.
The rotary mulching mower features low ground impact and a low centre of gravity, capable of cutting from 185mm down to 50mm.
The drive track system gives the LT 9600i enough stability and traction on rough and uneven ground where it can mulch across difficult terrain while still leaving minimal visual impact on grassed areas.
The LT 9600i is powered by a 25.5 horsepower (17.7kW) Kawasaki engine. Kawasaki EFI fuel management is also included and continually adjusts power to load to keep the blade tip speed constant and ground speed steady.
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FAE – BL3/EX/VT 150 Mulcher
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FAE – BL3/EX/VT 150 Mulcher
The BL3/EX/VT is designed for excavators of between 14 and 20 tonnes and is best suited for applications such as forestry maintenance and other environmental uses – such as habitat protection and food plots.
The mulcher features Bite Limiter technology in the machine’s rotor which results in better speeds with a lower power requirement that in turn means a better, more well-rounded mulching performance. Steel limit rings are also included and limit the depth of the cut.
Spike pro counter-blades ensure mulched materials reach a finer product size, while the 110/60 cc variable torque motor also improves performance and minimises the risk of the rotor stalling.