THE INGLISTON showground will be packed to the gunwales with millions of pounds-worth of everything from spare parts to the biggest combine harvesters and tractors. It has also become established as a launch pad for new machinery, so here’s a few of the highlights:

Landini’s new 7-series Robo-six

Italian manufacturer, Landini, will formally launch its 7 Series Robo-Six tractors to Scottish farmers.

These six-cylinder tractors replaces a current line-up and come with an all-new semi-powershift transmission, upgraded cab, increased hydraulic performance and higher power outputs from latest-spec’ engines.

Starting at 151hp with the Landini 7-160, there are five models up to the 206hp for draft work offered by the new flagship 7-230 Robo-Six. All in the range have Dual Power ‘boost’ for pto and transport operations, which takes peak power to 225hp on the biggest model.

Unusually, this automatically-engaged extra power feature on the top three models can work for pto applications when the tractor is stationary, as well as when working in the field. This makes them ideal mates for feed mixers, powering a big slurry lagoon stirrer or irrigation pump.

The ZF-built Robo-Six transmission increases the number of gear ratios available from 40x40 with the current Roboshift creep set-up to 54 x 27 with Robo-Six.

This is achieved via five fully auto ranges and six powershift steps, all controlled either manually using buttons on the control ‘joystick’ or via an automatic shifting system.

A new ‘stop and action’ feature makes life easier for the operator, who can bring the tractor to a halt on just the brake pedals before moving off again by releasing the brakes and applying revs.

Under the hood, is the latest ‘green’ version of the 7.6-litre engine built by FPT Industrial, which uses a diesel oxidising catalyst (DOC) and uprated selective catalytic reduction (SCR) AdBlue injection system to further clean up exhaust emissions.

A 160-litre pump option in place of the standard 123-litre/min unit is available for operating high-demand implements such as air seeders, and a separate 44-litre/min pump ensures there is always plenty of oil for the steering and the pto and four-wheel drive clutches.

They are available in Active and Dynamic versions – the latter being the package with electronic spool valves controlled by paddle switches on a seat-mounted console.

UK distributor AgriArgo also plans to exhibit the new Landini 4-D basic-spec’ tractor and the three-model 6-H mid-range series for their first-time in Scotland.

Size matters for Can-Am!

According to statistics from the Agricultural Engineers Association, quad bikes are getting bigger.

In the past 10 years there has been a 33% increase in the number of 400cc to 499cc utility all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) sold in the UK. This reflects the fact that users now require vehicles that are more versatile and capable of handling the increasing weights that are being towed and moved around farms.

Therefore, at the show, BRP will be showcasing its Can-Am Outlander 450 Base and Can-Am Outlander 450 PRO models. The focus will be on highlighting the benefits of these, including fuel efficiency, towing and carrying capacities, power and performance.

Both Outlanders are powered by a 38hp single-cylinder, liquid-cooled Rotax 450 four-stroke engine and will form the centre piece of the workhorse agricultural ATVs and side by side vehicles on display.

Others will include the Can-Am Outlander 6x6 650 and a selection of vehicles from the Traxter range.

Paul Wood, BRP commercial and network development manager UK and ROI, told The SF: “We consider the Royal Highland Show to be a key event within our calendar, as it attracts a wide-ranging selection of consumers. It also provides us with the opportunity to meet with new and existing customers to find out their requirements, which are constantly evolving year on year, and to see how we can assist them with the quads we have available within the Can-Am off-road line-up.

“This year, we have decided that the focus for our stand will be the 400cc to 499cc models within our range, as it is a market segment that has seen continued growth within the UK and we believe that we have the vehicles and expertise available to capitalise on this and increase our overall market share within it.”

Reasons to go Sulky

Visitors to the Sulky-Burel stand will see the curved distribution pattern of the 24m spreader displayed before their feet to demonstrate the uniquely-curved pattern its GPS Econov spreaders produce for even and consistent fertiliser distribution.

All disc applicators spread in a crescent shaped curve, not a straight line and Sulky said it is the only manufacturer that manages this shape from its ISOBUS (Quartz 800) and non-ISOBUS (Matrix 840 GS) terminals.

This technology, developed by Sulky, avoids over and under-application of fertiliser on headlands and in triangular shaped fields.

On stand F, in the Agricultural Avenue, this will be seen on the Sulky X40+ Econov which has a working width that can be varied from 12 to 44m wide and options for payloads up to three tonnes.

“We have used digital technology to enhance the accuracy of our spreading patterns,” said Robert Thurkettle, MD of Sulky-Burel UK. “By working with the natural shape of spreading ‘crescents’, savings can be achieved in fertiliser costs and with more even distribution across a field, areas of over/under application are removed.

Also on show will be the DX20 spreader, which is able to spread 900-1500 litres of fertiliser from 9-19m.

From its seed drilling, inventory Sulky will show off its Xeos Evo combination – a 3m drill capable of drilling 20 or 24 rows. These can be combined a variety of cultivators and presses for putting seeds firmly in place at consistent depth.

New kit from Kongskilde

KONGSKILDE has been a committed Highland Show exhibitor for 25 years and this year’s highlights on its stand at Avenue S, 265, includes new ploughs, cultivation equipment and green harvesting machinery.

Its latest HRWT five-furrow hydraulic vari-width plough is for tractors up to 220hp, and has a stepless variable working width from 12-20 inches, with hydraulic auto-reset stone protection, hydraulic front furrow width adjustment, discs on the rear furrow and EG grass skimmers.

Further down the scale will be the MRT four-furrow manual vari-width plough which has working width adjustable from 14, 16 and 18 inches, and shown with the new XSD slatted body, hydraulic auto-reset stone protection, hydraulic front furrow width adjustment, discs on the rear furrow and EG skimmers.

These will sit alongside the latest 3m Power till Harrow, with max pack, the R600 2.55 m rotavator and the Front terra C 3m front press with hydraulic levelling board.

Grassland machinery includes the new R655 S/SL trailed twin rotor rake and GXS 3205P mower conditioner.

A show discount of an extra 5% off retail will be available during the show.

Quicke goes heavy duty

The loader manufacturer, will launch its latest heavy-duty attachments for telehandlers and wheeled loaders.

Quicke account manager, Murray Thomson, said though this range was officially launched at LAMMA earlier this year, the Highland will be the first opportunity for farmers to see the latest additions face to face.

“The newest Silograb will be at the show and is designed for heavy duty work, with different tine options to suit specific farm needs.

“Forged tines can be replaced when worn and can penetrate dense silage, whereas the profile-cut tines are welded onto the body of the implement for increased strength and prolonged lifespan,” he said.

The innovative bolt-on-rail system also allows for simple installation of a variety of hooks, making for quick changeovers.

The high-volume XV bucket is for shifting grain, woodchip, soil or gravel. Its high stress locations are reinforced and the bolt-on cutting edge can be easily reversed or replaced.