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04/2021 The corporate journal of АgroCentre № 48
High power Tiger in its natural habitat
Horsch Tiger 4MT in Russian
and chic fields
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Massey Ferguson 8700S
Black Edition – elegant
design and excellent
performance
Time of the black and yellow
Technical revolution led by JCB
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Roman Maslov: We are city
farmers
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THE CORPORATE JOURNAL
№ 48 Аpril 2021
NEWS
Tractor
of the Year
The MF 8S.265 with Exclusive specification
package featuring Dyna E-Power
transmission has been recognised as
Tractor of the year 2021. The prestigious
annual award honors innovative solutions,
cutting‑edge technologies and outstanding
performance.
Massey Ferguson from 205 to 265 hp. The a considerable reduction of farmers throughout the
specialists are distinguished Dyna‑7 semi-powershift engine power loss, which in its country, including our region.
by their unfailing pursuit to gearbox has a total of turn saves fuel.’ We expect the first units to
facilitate the operator’s work, 28 forward and reverse gears The MF vDisplay arrive this year.’
among other things, through which are shifted under load. digital dashboard, where Tractor of the Year
smart farming approach. ‘The transmission is 10% all the information about awards will take its rightful
The MF 8S Series more economical compared the machine operation is place in the impressive list
comprises four brand new to the previous generation’, displayed, controls the tractor of top accolades received
models – the MF 8S.205, points out Viktor Ovsyannikov, systems. by the Massey Ferguson 8S.
MF 8S.225, MF 8S.245 and Head of Yaroslavl branch of ‘This MF tractor model The machine already has
MF 8S.265. They all boast AgroCentreZakharovo. ‘The is indeed packed with novel one silver and three gold
the unique Protect U engine Dyna E-Power Dual Clutch options’, continues Viktor medals of the Best Event
design. Built on a wheelbase option is an innovation that Ovsyannikov. ‘There will Award 2020 and Best Event
of 3.05 m, the units offer comes with Exclusive models. definitely be a high demand Award World 2020.
maximum power ranging At higher speeds, it allows for for the tractor among the By Tatyana IGNATENKO
Your ideal harvester
consumption. The PowerFlow harvesting strategies:
belts transport the crop minimising grain cracking,
directly under the auger, which losses and contamination of
guarantees uniform, heads-first the material. The Fendt IDEAL
feed for all types of crops. can be equipped with two types
‘Two Helix rotors are the of grain tanks. The first type
heart of the Fendt IDEAL 8 and is the Streamer 210 with a
9 performance class combine capacity of 17,100 l, which is
harvesters’, says Ali Umarov, discharged at a speed of up to
Head of Penza branch of 210 l/min. The second variant
AgroCentreZakharovo. ‘They is the Streamer 140, which
have an unparalleled length can be filled with 12,500 l of
of 4.85 m and a diameter of material at a speed of up to
600 mm – the dimensions 140 l/s. The standard-spec
which render them the largest version is fitted with a hydraulic
in the world. The processor straw distributor to change
requires much less power, the discharge rate right from
which substantially increases the cab.
The all-new Fendt IDEAL harvester — a Red Dot the efficiency of the machine ‘The Fendt IDEAL is surely
trade fair and Agritechnica prize winner — has helping to preserve the highest as efficient as two conventional
been unveiled to the Russian public. quality of straw and grain. combine harvesters. It can
Another advantage of the become a perfect helping hand
product is the potent MAN in the production process’,
Experience in the regions under the most extreme engine with a unique cooling continues Ali Umarov. ‘Two
development of cutting-edge operating conditions. The unit system. Depending on the air large farms in our region
technologies and feedback handled all the tasks well and temperature and time of the have already expressed a
from the clients all over already proved its worth in day, the fan can automatically considerable interest in this
the world were thoroughly European fields. reverse direction.’ product and are looking
studied to design the Fendt The model is equipped IDEALharvest™ system forward to the start of its
IDEAL combine harvester. The with the Dual Helix processor, is designed to automatically sale in Russia.’
manufacturer’s engineers which ensures supreme adjust the combine settings
tested the machine in different threshing quality and low power offering three basic crop By Tatyana IGNATENKO
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THE CORPORATE JOURNAL
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NEWS
Horsch wins new fans
Horsch boasts a The Horsch Pronto drill
comprehensive product line: is another efficient solution
from soil tillage solutions for trouble-free high-quality
to powerful seed drills. All sowing at a speed of up to
machines are fully automated, 20 km/h. This high-power
which allows real-time field machine is fitted with the
work monitoring with any PowerDisc seed coulters
gadget from anywhere. ensuring precise seed
The reliable brand placement even in heavy soils.
has been extremely popular ‘The compact Horsch
with European and Russian Joker disc harrow and
farmers for many years. One the Horsch Tiger stubble
of the top stars of the Horsch cultivator are currently
machinery lineup is the new among the most in-demand
generation Sprinter seed drill. machines’, explains Viktor
It is perfectly suited for large Ovchinnikov. ‘They are
farming operations and can be perfect fits for farms with
AgroCentreZakharovo has become an official used for both conventional and a mixed crop rotation.
no-till sowing. Impressive power and
dealer of Horsch in Yaroslavl oblast.
‘Before the start of the new unsurpassed off-road
agricultural season, the demand performance with low
Each farming enterprise of ultimate quality to for farm machines is growing’, horse-power requirement
aspires to boosting its yields, Yaroslavl farmers’, says comments Viktor Ovchinnikov. make them indispensable
improving its product quality Viktor Ovchinnikov, ‘The Horsch Maestro is for stubble cultivation after
and minimising its costs. Yaroslavl Branch Manager, becoming a best‑seller in maize, sunflower, lodged
Horsch is the best tool to AgroCentreZakharovo. ‘The Yaroslavl. This unique machine cereals of high-stalked green
achieve all these goals. new area of responsibility has is equipped with the innovative manure crops. You just can’t
‘Now we can offer strengthened our position as seed metering and placement beat Horsch!’
German machinery a dealer.’ control systems.’ By Tatyana IGNATENKO
Building
professional
excellence with
Massey Ferguson
AgroCentreZakharovo has held internal spring the market, ensure low grain overall weight require minimal
trainings on Massey Ferguson machinery. losses at high output and good power, consuming less fuel.
straw quality. Fitted with a large ‘It is a truly perfect
Massey Ferguson The MF IDEAL harvester 17,100-litre grain tank, the harvester’, declares Vyacheslav
tractors, balers, sprayers and that harnesses industry leading machine unloads at 210 l/min.’ Kalinin, Altai branch Manager.
combines have proved to be technology is one of the training The control system ‘A must-have for those who
indispensable assistants on programme highlights. The features the IDEALharvest strive for high harvesting
any farm. ‘clean-sheet’ design has been application to visualise and performance.’
‘The focus of this year’s developed over 6 years based adjust the performance if In the run-up to the
internal trainings for our on the input from producers needed and an operator display sowing season, Massey
sales reps is the Massey and operators worldwide and for real-time yield-mapping. Ferguson machines across
Ferguson lineup’, says Aleksey the most rigorous trials. At the heart of the the regions are all set and
Letyagin, Product Manager. ‘The IDEAL harvester power combines, is the unique ready for action, as well
‘The participants have a ranges from 451 to 647 hp’, DriveCenter engine manifold, as AgroCentreZakharovo
detailed overview of the key continues Aleksey Letyagin. which includes the drive for specialists are after the
features and benefits of the ‘The extra-long 4.84-metre the chopper, header, processor productive training and final
machinery and some operating rotor and the main threshing and hydraulic pumps. Its tests passed with flying colours.
experience.’ concave area, the largest on straightforward design and low By Darya DENISOVA
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NEWS
Barnaul branch
office of
AgroCentre has
hosted a three‑day
workshop on JCB
telehandlers for
the specialists
of engineering
and maintenance
departments.
Cutting-edge knowledge such workshops regularly
for excellent service enables us to provide young
specialists with firsthand
information and experience
JCB equipment is well Barnaul to bring AgroCentre’s in the format of lectures and thus improve their
known for its dependability, technicians up to speed on and presentations and knowledge and skills.’
versatility and cost efficiency. the operation and servicing practical training’, comments AgroCentre’s mission
Bearing in mind that of JCB telescopic handlers. Viktor Lel, Manager of is to deliver high expertise
premium-quality machinery Along with the Barnaul office Technical Department of and flawless service to
requires high qualification specialists, the technicians AgroCentre Barnaul branch its customers; therefore,
of maintenance specialists, from Krasnoyarsk and office. ‘The participants continuous professional
AgroCentre holds training Omsk branches attended gained a detailed insight into development of its
sessions on a regular basis. the workshop. all assembly units of JCB technicians is the priority.
Oleg Zabluda, JCB Russia ‘The programme equipment and conducted
Product Manager, arrived in comprises both theory performance tests. Holding By Aleksandr KUTISHCHEV
Taking forage
production to the
next level
Kverneland, an international agricultural equipment
manufacturer, has introduced its novelties — the
Kverneland 9670 S Evo and the 9670 S Vario double back, larger areas can be raked tailored to individual rotor
into one row. Both of the units diameters for optimum raking
rotor rake — to Russian farmers. can collect the green mass at any working width and with
either into one large swath any model. The high‑tensile
The new Kverneland 9670 Kunitsyn, Sales Director of or two smaller ones, while tine arm holders and two
S Evo and the 9670 S Vario AgroCentreLiski. ‘Improved the Kverneland 9670 S Vario bearings on either side of the
are side delivery rakes with steering system ensures provides even more flexibility driveshaft provide the compact
working widths of 6.65 m and better manoeuvrability of as it can place two large swaths unit with ultimate strength and
6.65/7.85 m, respectively. the implements in the fields. into one — with a total of up dependability.
Equipped with the upgraded The rear carrier frame with to 13.0 m of the green mass ‘The new rake implements
TerraLink Plus cardanic rotor controlled steering facility gathered into one swath. will soon be available at
attachment, the units deliver enables the operator to make Along with the other AgroCentre branch offices’,
flexibility in raking, more tight turns on headlands, even models in the lineup, the concludes Nikolay Kunitsyn.
comfort in operating and higher in irregularly shaped fields, Kverneland 9670 S Evo ‘There is no doubt that the
forage quality. while the active wheel steering and the Kverneland 9670 S novelties will rank high in their
‘The Kverneland rakes enhances the ability to make of, Vario are equipped with the segment and take the forage
can be easily coupled with a sharp turns of up to 80°.’ CompactLine gearbox featuring production in our region to the
wide range of self-propelled With the special rotor setup Kverneland‑developed cam next level.’
machines’, states Nikolay having a smaller rotor in the tracks, which are specifically By Viktor BARGOTIN
THE CORPORATE JOURNAL
№ 48 Аpril 2021
NEWS
Despite the economic
fallout from the
coronavirus pandemic,
JCB Corporation
keeps on meeting the
needs of agricultural
producers offering
advanced solutions.
This year, the company
has extended its
range of telescopic
wheel loaders with the
all‑new JCB TM320.
JCB lineup extended
JCB engineers have A heavy-duty centre joint takes required to get to the battery. the loader can be easily used.
maximised the performance both vertical and horizontal The self‑lubricating boom Boom end damping on lift and
of the telescopic handler loadings for maximum wear pads provide virtually retract reduces shock to the
by means of load-sensing durability and rigidity. maintenance-free operation. cab. The operator presence
hydraulics and class-leading ‘The JCB TM320 is ‘JCB LiveLink ensures switch disables drive on
engine power and torque. extremely robust and reliable’, maintenance is kept up to leaving the seat preventing
The JCB TM320 delivers up says Vladimir Manukovskiy. date’, continues Vladimir accidental operation. In
to 12% fuel economy, a lifting ‘All key elements and Manukovskiy. ‘Accurate addition to this, the TM320
capacity increased to 3,200 kg mechanisms are safe and hours monitoring and service ensures complete control
and maximum hydraulic flow secure – the under-machine alerts improve maintenance with a high, centrally mounted
of up to 160 l/min (the TM protection plates shield the planning, and real-time driving position, a low boom
320S model). This series has engine and driveline from vehicle location data makes pivot and large glass areas
an excellent combination of impact damage. The fold-up it easy to manage the giving an unhampered
5.2 m lift height and 2.9 m rear hitch design prevents fleet efficiently. Thanks to 360° view.
forward reach allowing the grounding when working electronic (fuel) injection, this ‘It is easy to promote
operator to tackle any task. on gradients or uneven system allows for tracking fuel the new model’, comments
‘The engine is the heart of surfaces. The loader’s cast consumption per hour, which Vladimir Manukovskiy. ‘The
any machine’, says Vladimir rear counterweight helps avert is not provided by machines demo shows produce great
Manukovskiy, JCB Product impact damage as well.’ with mechanical injection.’ impression. After seeing with
Manager of AgroCentreLiski. Additional benefits of Operators enjoy driving their own eyes what tasks
‘The JCB TM320 features the the JCB TM320 are low the new machine. The cab is the JCB TM320 can handle,
JCB EcoMAX T4i turbocharged maintenance and extended large and roomy with plenty farmers have all the answers
engine, which ensures service intervals. The design of storage for home comforts and want to see the novelty on
improved performance at does not feature a diesel and work essentials. Besides, their own farms.’
low rpms and guarantees particulate filter, which cuts the armrest console folds By Viktor BARGOTIN
high fuel efficiency. The JCB running costs. The wide-core back so the right-hand door of
EcoMAX T4i can be adapted single-faced cooling pack
to run on lower-grade fuels. lets small materials pass
Moreover, it does not require through for less cleaning.
costly heat-resistant lube A cyclonic air cleaner
oils and additional cleaning reduces debris build‑up in
agents for exhaust gases.’ the air filter. Moreover, the
The JCB TM320 combines TM320’s wide-opening rear
the articulated frame of wheel bonnet gives clear access to
loaders and the telescopic service points, no tools are
boom of telehandlers. So, it
is a hybrid of two machines.
The TM320’s tough, inverted
U-shaped boom pressing
features fully welded closing
plates for ultimate strength
and is mounted into a
heavy‑duty loader tower.
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AGROCENTRE RECOMMENDS
Horsch Tiger
in its natural
habitat
These ‘felines’ started to appear in the Russian
fields over ten years ago. First, local farmers
found the Tigers exotic and treated them with
caution, but as the time passed by, they got to
know and trust them.
The Tiger 4MT cultivators The cultivator is equipped different types of soil.’ an undeniable benefit for
by Horsch have proven to be with two rows of TerraGrip The Tiger 4MT cultivator Russian farmers.
ideal for processing maize and tines and MulchMix coulters with non-folding wing ‘We first heard about
sunflower stubble, working with a 45-cm spacing, which sections comes with a the Horsch Tiger 4MT from
fields with lodged crops and allows for deep loosening middle chassis, a double our fellow farmers’, says
tall-stalked green manure. and intensive mixing of soil. Doppel‑RollPack packer Dzhandarbek Aduyev, Manager
The machine successfully The important adds-on are and the system of precise of AST agricultural holding,
cultivates areas planted with the single row disc system in fertiliser application. Besides, Lipetsk oblast. ‘They spoke
rapeseed, cereals and catch front of the packer for levelling an optional 2,550-litre well of the machine, and we
crops as well as fallow and the working surface and the hopper with targeted solid contacted AgroCentre. The
grass lands. The Tiger crushes TopRing packer for optimum fertiliser placement is dealer’s sales representatives
large-stemmed crop residues, consolidation. available for this machine. immediately went from words
breaks down heavy clods and ‘The Horsch Tiger 4MT This innovative solution to actions and arranged
loosens soil to a depth of can be used as a replacement based on the metering unit a demo. We were really
35 cm. for a plough’, says Vladimir and the pneumatic system impressed by its performance.
The Tiger 4MT combines Polozkov, Manager of of the Horsch Pronto can The daisy‑shaped discs till the
the features of a heavy disc the Lipetsk branch of significantly increase the soil effectively and the price is
harrow and a subsoiler. Its AgroCentreLiski. ‘Essentially, fertiliser efficiency and reduce quite affordable in comparison
four-bar frame, 85 cm in this machine is designed as the application cost, as it with other brands. All round,
height, ensures maximum a hybrid of a cultivator and offers deep loosening with the the Horsch Tiger 4MT is
flotation. The heavy, two-row a heavy disc harrow. It can simultaneous placement of packed with benefits and we
DiscSystem with a large disc be compared to a universal phosphorus and potassium do need it on our farm.’
diameter of 68 cm reliably soldier capable of various fertiliser for both pre-seeding By Viktor BARGOTIN
crumbles and incorporates farming operations and and basic tillage instead of
harvest residues. suitable for our fields with autumn ploughing, which is
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AGROCENTREРЕКОМЕНДУЕТ
«АГРОЦЕНТР» RECOMMENDS
High-powered and chic
hydraulic valves come everyday maintenance fast
While performance remains one of the key criteria standard. If necessary, four and easy. Regular check-ups
for choosing a tractor, modern farmers are more valves can be installed can be carried out by the
paying more and more attention to the exterior additionally. They are easily operator, which saves both
of machines. Style is becoming increasingly adjustable and ensure precise time and money increasing
significant in the agricultural world. and easy equipment control. service intervals by 25% (up
The 8700S series Massey to 500 hours) and reducing
Ferguson tractors offer maintenance costs.
Designing the new 8700S knows no limits. It guarantees superb operator comfort. The ‘AgroCentre has added the
series Massey Ferguson seamless shifting between immaculately thought-out cab new Massey Fergusson 8700S
tractors, AGCO Corporation gears when moving at the design combines electronic Black Edition to its portfolio’,
pursued an objective to speed range from 0.03 to control system, 360° visibility says Maksim Sidelnikov.
build high-capacity, robust 50 km/hour. The operator and the best ergonomics ‘Our customers are paying
and easy-to-use machines. can choose an optimal speed
This year, the manufacturer depending on the conditions
has set the bar even higher and the implements used. It is
combining elegance with power possible to sharply increase
and user friendliness in the or decrease the speed when
8700S Black Edition. operating at full capacity to
‘The new generation maximise performance and
AGCO Power 6-cylinder quality of work.
370 hp engines ensure ‘The CVT transmission and
maximum torque at low revs auxiliary hydraulic oil reservoirs
minimising fuel consumption’, are separated to eliminate the
says Maksim Sidelnikov, risk of cross contamination and
AgroCentreLiski Voronezh increase oil change intervals’,
Branch Manager. ‘They continues Maksim Sidelnikov.
provide an impressive lugging ‘The machines feature a three-
ability, the best in class point rear linkage with a lift in this power bracket. The more and more attention
power‑to‑weight ratio, a low capacity of 12 tonnes and a OptiRide Plus cab suspension to the exterior of machines.
ground pressure and enhanced 5-tonne front linkage with two can automatically register Now we have to offer elegant
operator comfort. One of the sets of hydraulic couplers and the degree of cab tilt and design along with excellent
most progressive features a free return coupler.’ raise the hydraulics to restore performance. In this regard,
of the Black Edition is the Fitted with the equilibrium. Along with the Massey Ferguson 8700S
Dyna‑VT transmission allowing 205 litre/ minute hydraulic air suspension driver seat, it Black Edition is a role‑model.
the machine to handle the pump and electronic linkage creates comfortable working Agriculture has its own fashion
most challenging tasks.’ control, the tractor can be conditions for the operator. icons and Black Edition is
The unique continuously coupled to any mounted Engineers have combined definitely one of them.’
variable Dyna-VT transmission or trailed implement. Four efficiency and style to make By Viktor BARGOTIN
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FEEDBACK
AgroCentre has
supplied a new Massey
Ferguson 7715 tractor
to Rodina production
cooperative in Tambov
oblast. Designed for
ultimate efficiency and
low cost of operation,
this machine is
compatible with almost
any trailed equipment.
Born to farm
AGCO tractor population productivity and maintaining By calculating precise amount cooperative. ‘We have had
is expanding at Rodina constant speed whilst lowering of fuel required by the engine at a great partnership with
enterprise year by year. fuel consumption. A wide any given moment, the system AgroCentre for a few years
Recently, a high‑power MF range of gear shift options ensures optimum combustion already. Our joint work
7715 has become a welcome allows farmers to get the most in the cylinders providing has proven to be effective
addition to two mid-range out of the tractor in the fields.’ improved performance and thanks to their professional
Massey Fergusson 6713 The unrivalled hydraulic fuel efficiency. team and the dependable
tractors operating at the operation of the Massey Ultimate comfort for more equipment. Two Massey
enterprise. At the heart of the Ferguson 7715 is provided by productive operator work Ferguson 6713 units were
powerful 7 Series machine a 110 litre/min closed centre is provided by the coloured already running flawlessly at
lies the AGCO Power 6.6-litre load sensing system (CCLS) dashboard offering better our enterprise, when we opted
engine generating maximum delivering flow and pressure visibility and featuring the for a MF 7715 tractor. This
power of up to 150 hp. High on demand to help farmers Setup & Information Screen year, our new farmhand will
torque and low specific fuel tailor the machine to suit every with ergonomic navigation work from early spring through
consumption across a wide application. Equipped with method. The Datatronic control late autumn: applying mineral
speed range ensure top a hydraulic decompression centre display shows important fertiliser, sowing, cultivating
performance. system, rear couplers enable tractor information including the fields and handling the
‘The new Dyna-6 the operator to easily couple/ working area, distance grain. Over the last few
transmission comes with the uncouple the implements that data, fuel consumption and years, Rodina production
Engine Power Management are under pressure. transmission and engine cooperative has significantly
system’, comments Andrey To meet the specific needs temperatures. expanded, the renovation of
Korolkov, Sales Rep at of this purpose-built tractor ‘It is not by chance that the the machinery fleet is the next
AgroCentreLiski, ‘It provides model, the Massey Ferguson Massey Ferguson 7715 tractor step, and AgroCentre is the
continuous power delivery engineers have employed the has replenished our machinery reliable partner we address for
under various conditions Common Rail diesel engine fleet’, states Sergey Korolkov, support’.
and applications, increasing technology. Manager of Rodina production By Viktor BARGOTIN
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FEEDBACK
Scandinavian reliability
for tough conditions
160 l/min. With the high‑output yet it was sufficient to prove
Valtra tractor innovations are based on the feedback pump, the temperatures of the Valtra’s worth.’
transmission and hydraulic The tractor has been
from the customers. Therefore, the Valtra T234 was
oils are balanced by the heat improved in terms of both
designed to deliver power and efficiency. Operation design and functionality.
exchange system that not only
and maintenance of the T234 are hassle‑free, so cools the hydraulic oil but also The new model features
farmers can focus on getting the work done. redirects heat when needed to all‑new elegant exterior
ensure that the hydraulics do and a completely changed
Finnish Valtra tractors The machine caters for our not get too cold in winter. All cooling system. The front
keep winning the hearts needs in every respect: it is Valtra T Series models are fitted of the tractor is fitted with
of Russian farmers and productive, fuel‑efficient and with zero-leak hydraulic valves, a new radiator kit ensuring
expanding into new easy to service.’ which prevent internal leakage increased cooling capacity.
territories. A year ago, Under the bonnet of the and cylinder rod displacement. This enables operation at
AgroCentreZakharovo sold a Valtra T234 unit is the AGCO Designed for heavy lifting, extremely high temperatures
Valtra T234 unit to Ivanov&K POWER 6-cylinder engine the Valtra T234 provides with no additional engine
farm in Kurgan oblast. The fitted with the EcoPower the highest lifting capacity cooling required.
machine showed flawless and SigmaPower systems. available — 51 kN in the front ‘We have had a
performance last season and The engine meets EU Stage and up to 95 kN in the rear. business partnership with
is now ready to take on new V regulations, it boosts the The lift height of 868 mm AgroCentreZakharovo for a
challenges. overall performance and makes it easy to work with a few years now’, concludes
‘We grow crops on reduces the fuel consumption wide range of implements. Roman Kuzin. ‘Besides the
19,000 hectares’, states and emissions. The hydrostatic The hallmark of all Valtra Valtra tractor, the dealer has
Roman Kuzin, Manager six-range 5-step powershift machinery is optimal weight delivered us two JCB loaders.
of Ivanov&K farm, ‘and transmission provides distribution. The rear linkage When it came to choosing a
replenish our machinery seamless power delivery at is designed to mount large dealer, professional service
fleet with cutting-edge units speeds of up to 40 km/h. implements. was what tipped the scales in
on a regular basis. When it The high-performance ‘The tractor is favour of AgroCentre. Efficient
came to purchasing a reliable hydraulic system is indispensable, first and and well-coordinated work of
tractor, we approached automatically adjusted foremost, in soil cultivation’, the service team eliminates
AgroCentreZakharovo with depending on the load. The continues Roman Kuzin. ‘Last the risk of machinery downtime
a request. The specialists pumps of the load-sensing season, the tractor’s operating and losses, which makes all
offered us the T234 tractor hydraulics are available with time was relatively short — the difference for us.’
of the Finnish brand Valtra. a capacity from 73 up to around 500 engine hours, By Viktor BARGOTIN
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AGROCENTRE RECOMMENDS
Time of the black and yellow
make the telehandler the
Until recently, farmers of Bolshevik Agricultural Cooperative in Belgorod oblast most manoeuvrable in its
preferred red loaders exclusively. They had been fully satisfied with the brand class. This is also ensured
until they got to know JCB machines. by the machine's compact
wheelbase, improved steering
system and a large viewing
At Bolshevik Cooperative, transmission and axles, it The machine with a robust angle from the operator's cab.
the year 2020 was marked ensures perfect operation of 9.5-metre boom and a lifting ‘The JCB 535-95’s cab
by local ‘technical revolution’ all machine components. The capacity of up to 3.5 tonnes is one of the largest around
— the red machines were engine power ranges from is built for heavy-duty boasting convenient access’,
replaced with powerful black 100 to 130 hp, and the torque applications. notes Aleksandr Zhukov. ‘A
and yellow JCB loaders. at low revs allows for running ‘Our former units lacked large glass window area is to
‘Two years ago, at less load. the boom reach’, continues help the driver manoeuvre and
AgroCentre held a demo ‘All daily checkups of the Igor Vasilchenko. ‘The stable work in tight spaces. Besides,
of the JCB 531-70 Loadall 531-70 Loadall are quick, boom and high lifting capacity the cab meets all safety
on our farm’, recalls Igor simple and safe and can be of the new telehandler allow standards and protects the
Vasilchenko, Chief Engineer carried out at ground level’, for piling and stacking grain, person in case of overturning
of Bolshevik Agricultural says Aleksandr Zhukov, tackling various tasks on and falling debris. The seat
Cooperative. ‘By that time, Sales Rep of Belgorod the farm and in the field just and the steering column
our machines had become branch of AgroCentreLiski. at the touch of a button. have several independent
outdated, and we decided ‘The one‑piece bonnet fixed In the run-up to the new adjustments, all controls and
to see a JCB all-rounder in with a gas strut is designed year, AgroCentre made us a instruments are located for
operation. The telehandler for convenient access. The great present — delivered quick and easy access.’
impressed us and a few radiator chaff guard fan keeps the all-rounder to the farm. For Russian agricultural
months later, we bought debris out of the cooling In a few weeks, it will get into producers, JCB telehandlers
the first black and yellow package, and the flat floor top gear.’ have become virtually
helper from the dealer. By with drain channels makes for The undercarriage of indispensable over the last
now, it has already done easy cleaning of the cab.’ the JCB 535-95 is the main 25 years proving their ultimate
1,500 engine hours.’ JCB 531-70's excellent design benefit. The sturdy reliability, performance and
The best-selling JCB performance and reliability chassis provides stability with cost efficiency. So, the time of
531‑70 comes equipped with prompted Bolshevik farmers the maximum lifting capacity the black and yellow is gaining
a potent JCB Dieselmax Stage to purchase a second when working on any surface. momentum.
V engine. Together with the telehandler, a JCB 535‑95. All swivel wheels 4 x 4 x 4 By Viktor BARGOTIN
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GUEST OF THE ISSUE
Roman Maslov:
We are city farmers
always responds promptly,
Thirty years ago, a family farming business was started in Podgornoye village in even in high season.’
the vicinity of Voronezh. Over the years, the farmland has increased. At the same Due to modern machinery,
time, urban sprawl has gradually taken over the suburbs. Thus, at some point, high-quality seed material and
the enterprise ended up within the city territory. consistent crop protection
measures, the yields at
‘Today Podgornoye is a ‘Our priorities haven’t As time passed, the Maslovskoye are increasing
district of Voronezh’, says changed over the 30 years, farm area increased, and year by year. The farm keeps
Roman Maslov, Director of we continue growing potatoes on-site machinery could not abreast of modern solutions,
Maslovskoye enterprise. ‘It and cereals’, says Roman handle all the tasks anymore. so the self-propelled units
used to be a rural settlement Maslov. ‘The arable land In 2005, the farm started on the site are fitted with the
with meadows and fields, and has increased up to 700 upgrading the machinery fleet. Trimble navigation system.
local farmers here engaged hectares, which is worked by The managers got acquainted It increases sowing and soil
in arable and cattle farming. over 20 modern machinery with AgroCentre ten years ago tillage performance of the
The annexation by the city units today.’ at an agricultural trade fair, machines by 15%. Overlaps
caused intensive growth of Since his early childhood, where they came to look for are completely ruled out,
our district both outward and Roman Maslov was eager a reliable mid-power tractor. the operating speed of the
upward — modern residential to help his parents run the A sales rep of AgroCentre machinery has gone up;
developments and shopping household. Operation of recommended to take a closer material, fertiliser and fuel
centres started popping up tractors, their inner workings look at the Challenger 585D. consumption has dropped
everywhere. It was then that and repair specifics always ‘Having operated in considerably .
fellow farmers nicknamed us attracted the boy. When diverse conditions, the ‘To us, AgroCentre is not
“city farmers”.’ he was big enough, he machine hasn’t failed just a partner, but a good
The family business got behind the wheel of a us once’, says Roman friend’, sums up Roman
was launched in 1991 when self‑propelled machine for the Maslov. ‘The reliability and Maslov. ‘Everyone knows
Vyacheslav Maslov (Roman’s first time. performance are at their that a friend in need is a
father) together with his 'It was a dream come finest. Soon after the first friend indeed. I always rely
spouse Galina and parents true, an overwhelming unit, AgroCentre delivered on AgroCentre and know that
established Maslovskoye experience that determined two more — a Massey the dealer will come to our
enterprise. The main area of my career path’, recounts Ferguson 6713 and a MF rescue in any challenging
activity was potato, wheat and Roman Maslov. ‘In 2002, I 8737. The affordable price situation. I am positive that
barley production. The farm graduated from Voronezh and accessible servicing had our cooperation will only
had 56 hectares cultivated Agricultural Institute with a been important factors in strengthen in the future.’
with just a couple of tractors degree in Engineering and decision making. And we have
and a handful of Soviet trailed started working full-time at never regretted our choice.
implements. our family enterprise.’ AgroCentre’s on-site team By Viktor BARGOTIN
11THE CORPORATE JOURNAL
№ 48 Аpril 2021
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The offer is valid till 31 May 2021.
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