- New Holland introduces a
new tractor class in the market, the Utility Electric, and paves a
new chapter in sustainable zero emission farming with its first
all-electric utility tractor with autonomous features.
- Better performance than diesel, the T4 Electric Power offers
powerful, emission-free and silent energy power with high torque
and fast response achieved at the lowest speeds, promoting a new
level of driving experience.
- The pioneering and innovative New
Holland tractor is launching for 2024 and will be on
display at the 2023 Farm Progress Show in Decatur, Illinois.
NEW
HOLLAND, Pa., Aug. 28,
2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The future is here, and it just
got more electric. For 2024, New Holland Agriculture is introducing
the first all-electric utility tractor with autonomous features:
the T4 Electric Power. This cutting-edge tractor opens a new class
in the market, the Utility Electric, focused on offering solutions
for more efficient field operations. The T4 Electric Power
addresses current farming challenges, such as increased total cost
ownership and labor shortage, while delivering upon New Holland's unwavering commitment to help
customers build more sustainable agriculture for this generation
and beyond.
The new T4 Electric Power from New Holland is the first all-electric utility
tractor with autonomous features.
The T4 Electric Power is a game-changing innovation that ushers
in a new era of modern agriculture. An ideal solution for lower
horsepower field operations, it is suitable for multiple
applications, such as mixed farm, hay and forage, dairy, livestock,
municipality, greenhouse and specialty crops (vegetable and
orchard). The tractor is the latest development in New Holland's strategic plan for
electrification and the newest addition to the brand's lineup of
alternative energy sources powered equipments, like the T7
Methane Power LNG (Liquified Natural Gas) and the T6.180 Methane
Power. Equipped with a state-of-the-art lithium-ion battery
pack, the T4 Electric Power delivers gradual power and continuous
torque achieved at the lowest speeds, ensuring a completely new
driving experience and seamless operation during loader work cycle
and daily farm routines.
"This tractor is a significant step forward for growers,
producers and municipalities. The T4 Electric Power addresses a
number of challenges they are facing everyday on their operations,"
states Lena Bioni, product marketing
manager for New Holland Agriculture North America. "What New
Holland is bringing to our farmers is a convergence of technology –
electric propulsion, autonomous features, better performance – in
the body of a utility tractor that's setting the stage for a more
efficient, sustainable and resilient future our customers are
striving for."
Performance and Battery Technology Redefined
Under the hood of the T4 Electric Power lies a state-of-the-art
battery system partnered with a fully electrified drivetrain that's
proven to deliver relentless power and productivity. Featuring a
110-kWh maximum energy storage capacity in a 400V nominal
high-voltage circuit, it provides 74 hp (55 kW) rated power and 65
hp (48 kW) PTO power. Using an efficient high voltage powertrain
with integrated cooling features in the single devices from
established mass production vendors, as well as material currently
in production, makes this tractor a pioneering and revolutionary
solution.
Compared to its diesel-powered counterparts, the T4 Electric
Power delivers superior performance. It offers 4-wheel drive, a
proven 12x12 transmission, clutch-less electronic power shuttle
reverser and all the regular power outputs of a traditional diesel
utility. This includes rear electro-hydraulic PTO, drawbar,
multiple rear remotes, mid-mount valves and a robust, and complete,
725LU mechanical self-leveling front loader with 3rd
function and 84'' bucket included. Due to the greater control,
enhanced precision and faster responsiveness, the tractor boosts
the field capacity by reducing the applications cycle time.
The tractor's electrified drivetrain promotes silent power with
high torque and fast response achieved at the lowest speeds. These
two intrinsic electric motor's characteristics, combined with the
12x12 electronic power shuttle transmission, means that even an
inexperienced operator can run the implements during the
applications without the need for precise gear selection and
throttle control. Meanwhile, experienced operators will have
infinite speed adjustments just by controlling motor RPM. Smooth
and gradual delivery of power at low speeds and constant delivery
in high speeds increase control and precision during field
operations.
"The T4 Electric Power's quiet electric motor is definitely a
big advantage and important tool in noise sensitive areas," Bioni
explains. "Outside, the tractor omits less noise and vibrations
compared to diesel ones. Take for example, operating within
equestrian barns or on college campuses running mowers and plowing
snow alongside dorms."
The T4 Electric Power was designed by CNH Industrial engineering
in the United States (Burr Ridge, Ill., Detroit) and Italy (Modena) with state-of-the-art features and
components aimed at durability, long service life and improved
uptime. In general, considering light, medium and heavy-duty
applications over its daily task routines, it's estimated the
tractor can provide 4 hours of average runtime. However, this can
easily be extended up to 8 working hours for low energy demand
applications. In fact, its extended runtime empowers operators to
tackle a variety of jobs without the need for frequent recharging,
enhancing even more the overall productivity and reducing
operational downtime. The tractor can be recharged by multiple
energy sources such as regular grids, solar panels, biodigesters
and wind power in both Alternate Current (AC) and Direct Current
(DC). Operating in DC, it takes just one hour to reach 100% power
when using commercially available fast charging systems.
In addition, the T4 Electric Power can provide power
availability wherever and whenever a customer needs it. This is the
main goal of the practical and convenient Exportable Power feature.
Equipped with common 110V and 220V outlets used in workshops and
farmyard electrical installations, the tractor can serve as a power
source for electric power tools such as welding, drilling and
cutting machines.
Technology Drives Productivity
Smart autonomous features and creative driver assistance modes
are part of the T4 Electric Power tractor's innovative character to
improve daily farming operations with Precision Solutions &
Telematics (PS&T), safety, diagnostics and service. With the
design focused on addressing current farming challenges, such as
increased total cost ownership, these outstanding features make the
T4 Electric Power even more unique in the market.
Driver-assisted features – Follow Me Mode, the Invisible Bucket
and 360 Degree Awareness – are complemented by other fully digital
and connected functions like Over the Air Updates, Live View and
Map Maker, which make this tractor the first of its kind in the
world. The tractor utilizes cameras and sensors in the Smart Roof,
while modes are activated via a modern touchscreen display. The
result is improved performance and safety both inside and outside
of the cab full-time.
A Bold New Blue
A tractor as innovative as the T4 Electric Power requires its
styling to match. The new Clean Blue paint scheme denotes a
New Holland tractor that's powered
by an alternative fuel source. First debuted on the New Holland T7 Methane Power LNG tractor,
this head-turning shade of blue compliments the CNH grey decals,
while an all-new hood design sports powerful LED headlights and
worklights with illuminated accents.
"You're looking at the style of sustainability. Along with the
head-turning paint scheme, customers can expect the T4 Electric
Power tractor to redefine operating comfort with in-cab ergonomics,
a new digital instrument cluster and a color touchscreen additional
display," Bioni adds.
The T4 Electric Power Tractor Being Introduced at Farm
Progress Show
The T4 Electric Power tractor will make its public debut at the
2023 Farm Progress Show, August 29-31,
2023, in Decatur, Illinois.
It will be on display at the New
Holland booth #967 in the northwest quadrant of the show
grounds. The tractor is anticipated to be commercially available in
North America with select dealers
in early 2024.
To explore the T4 Electric Power tractor and learn more about
New Holland's Clean Energy Leader
strategy, visit agriculture.newholland.com.
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New Holland Agriculture's reputation is built on the success of
our customers, cash crop producers, livestock farmers, contractors,
vineyards, or grounds care professionals. They can count on the
widest offering of innovative products and services: a full line of
equipment, from tractors to harvesting, material handling
equipment, complemented by tailored financial services from a
specialist in agriculture. A highly professional global dealer
network and New Holland's
commitment to excellence guarantees the ultimate customer
experience for every customer. For more information on New Holland visit www.newholland.com
New Holland Agriculture is a brand of CNH Industrial N.V. (NYSE:
CNHI /MI: CNHI) a global leader in the capital goods sector with
established industrial experience, a wide range of products and a
worldwide presence. More information about CNH Industrial can be
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