Case IH is introducing the WD5 series windrowers to its lineup of self-propelled harvesting equipment. These new models offer more consistent drydown and the fastest speeds in the industry, making them the most productive and efficient hay-harvesting solution on the market.

WD5 series windrowers were engineered to help growers take on harvest windows with faster, more consistent drydown. With transport speeds up to 30 mph, operators can travel efficiently from farm to field. Haying time and costs are also cut with field speeds up to 20 mph.

“Producers are looking for reliable harvesting equipment that consistently saves time without sacrificing quality. The WD5 series windrower does just that by allowing farmers to cover more acres per hour and harvest more high-quality hay in a day. With faster transport and field speeds, farmers can save valuable time and make the most of each harvest window,”

said Brian Spencer, Case IH hay and forage equipment marketing manager.

RD5 series windrower headers set the benchmark with cut quality conditioning, windrow formation to go along with the fastest cutting speeds in the industry. To further increase efficiency and maximize return on investment, the triple-windrow attachment saves time, fuel, and labor by combining up to three windrows.

Comfortable cab environment with exceptional operator control

To provide a premium operator experience and enhance productivity, WD5 series windrowers are designed with a quiet, comfortable cab environment, while an independent air-assisted rear-axle suspension provides a smoother ride. Plus, a tuned cab suspension means better fore/aft stabilization and ride cushioning. Designed to excel through hilly areas, a robust drivetrain design produces over 11,000 foot-pounds of torque, while a four-link rear suspension provides greater stability and reduces the need for added ballast.

The Case IH SurroundVision cab is packed with productivity-boosting features, including larger, easy-entry steps, a leather ventilated seat and additional window tinting for a cool and comfortable workday. Designed to function and feel similar to the Axial-Flow combine, the WD5 series windrower includes the MultiFunction Handle, which helps simplify operation.

“When our team was designing and engineering the new WD5 series windrower, one of our top priorities was to deliver a smooth ride and help make those long days in the field feel shorter. From the moment operators step in the cab, they’ll notice and appreciate the quiet atmosphere and luxury features we’ve incorporated to help them be more productive,”

Spencer said.

Integrated technology to achieve ultimate efficiency

For enhanced straight-line tracking, a redesigned precision-ground drive system monitors wheel speed differences and self-compensates by adjusting wheel speeds. Drive-by-wire ground propulsion and steering system help make road transport and fieldwork simple.

Every model is guidance-ready to provide cutting accuracy within 1½ inches, so technology is seamlessly integrated into the cab experience, along with the intuitive Advanced Farming Systems (AFS) Pro 700 display. Case IH guidance solutions help virtually eliminate pass-to-pass overlap, even at field speeds up to 20 mph. An automated headland management feature controls ground speed, header lift, and merger lift to make every headland turn effortless and accurate.

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Kinze’s 4905 True Speed planter will debut this spring in 16- and 24-row models, providing corn and soybean farmers with seed placement at speeds from 3 to 12 miles per hour. The high-speed technology, developed by Kinze, enables farmers to double the acres planted in a typical day while maintaining precise singulation and seed spacing. It accommodates various seed shapes and sizes with a quick seed type changeover.

The 2022 expanded True Speed lineup will include:

• A 4905 12R30 configuration, well-suited for smaller operations or as a second planter for smaller fields. All three 4905 planters will also offer increased fertilizer capacity for 2022.
• 31/32R15 split-row and 16R30 configurations of the Kinze 3665, a 15-inch soybean planter for high-residue conditions with the versatility to also plant crops in 30-inch rows.
• 24R30 and 36R20 configurations of the 4705 high-flotation planters for narrow width crops, while also carrying large amounts of seed and fertilizer.

In addition, new seed discs will be offered with the 2022 True Speed models for planting cotton, sugar beets, and milo. All Kinze planters for 2022, including the True Speed models, will also include upgrades being introduced this season that provide improved durability, longer wear life, and lower cost of ownership.

“Farmers who had the opportunity to preview or test our high-speed technology this season were highly impressed with its ability to maximize performance in a single pass. With an improving farm economy, many farmers are now ready to make investments

said Kinze president, Susanne Veatch.

to improve their productivity. Having sold out of our high-speed planter lineup for this season, we are excited to expand our True Speed offerings to make the benefits available to more farmers in 2022.”

Kinze will also offer farmers the opportunity to sign up for an online presentation to hear firsthand from company representatives about the True Speed planters and their many features.

Blue Vantage Enhancements

Kinze is also adding exciting new features next season to its Blue Vantage display that provides simple, accurate, and intuitive planter control for high-productivity planting.

Enhancements to the display, which is available with True Speed and the company’s other high-tech planters, will include:

• Shared coverage mapping: enabling two planters to be in the same field and work together to share coverage data.
• Up to four cameras on the display: one camera will be factory-installed for rear viewing when transporting the planter. Kinze customers can order up to three more cameras to install wherever they choose.
• Adding the Blue Vantage display to the 3505 8-row bulk fill planter model.

Veatch said:

“We’ve had great feedback from our customers about Blue Vantage, which is the industry’s easiest to use, dedicated planter display. We’re pleased to offer these upgrades for 2022 to enhance the user experience and overall planting performance.”

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