Case IH updates Farmlift telehandlers

There are no changes to the 4.5l engine, transmission and model numbers, but next year’s seven-model range of Case IH Farmlift handers are all packaged with the 6F/3R PowerDrive powershift.The Farmlift 633 (max. lift capacity/lift height 3.3t/6.0m), 737 (3.7t/7.0m) and 935 (3.5t/9.0m) models continue with the 140l/min hydraulic system. However, the new high-flow 160l/min pump on the 636 (3.6t/6.0m) and 742 (4.2t/7.0m) results in faster cycle times.The electro-hydraulic self-levelling system replaces the conventional compensation cylinder with two angle sensors. Providing real-time position information to an ECU, software calculates the tilt cylinder’s exact oil flow requirement.New decals on the revised hood design improve operator visibility to the right, but the main updates are found inside the cab. These include the new adjustable seat-mounted operating armrest. This incorporates an integrated keypad for easy access to key functions, plus there is a new joystick with integral hydraulic, transmission and shuttle controls and a new digital dashboard.The revised control layout includes a new 7in colour LCD screen. On machines with the new rear-view camera, the LCD screen can also display its images when reverse is engaged. Adjacent to the screen, a new LED-based Load Moment Indicator with stable risk level warns if maximum load capability is approaching and hydraulic lock-out imminent.Functions include an Active Bucket Shake/back to position button. Via the Farmlift operating terminal and the joystick, crowd/dump speed and shaking frequency can be adjusted to suit.A new semi-automatic back-to-position feature allows operators to set two pre-determined boom target positions for raising/lowering, dumping/crowding and boom extension/retraction cycles.A new membrane keypad includes screen display buttons, and new features include an improved continuous flow function that allows fine adjustment of engine speed or auxiliary flow rate, which is then operated via a joystick button to power an attachment.An engine speed control button allows a set engine speed to be stored for operating a specific attachment, while a power shuttle sensitivity button allows adjustment of acceleration after a direction change. Further buttons can be selected to manage the steering, transmission and handling/loading/road modes.Other keypad features include rear camera activation, auxiliary service pressure release, boom ride control engagement, transmission de-clutch, boom reactivity, rear auxiliary services activation, and boom level lift with synchronised boom extension/retraction.An engine auto-boost feature automatically increases engine speed to high-idle if in loader function and operating at low speed with hydraulics in operation and boom fully retracted.De-clutch is temporarily activated to transfer maximum engine power to the hydraulics and then released for uninterrupted pushing. The Farmlift recognises more power is required, and engine speed increases automatically for faster loading.In transport mode, boom hydraulics are disabled, smooth power shuttling enabled and two-wheel steer engaged, while in loading mode fast shuttling and rapid boom movement are prioritised.In handling mode, suited to precision handling applications such as unloading trucks or stacking bales, default settings are resumed, for smooth shuttling and boom operation, while the combination of synchronised automatic boom extension/retraction alongside vertical lift provides improved cycle times and eases operation.Available now, all models are AFS Connect-ready and supplied with a one-year AFS Connect telematics subscription, for machine data monitoring and alert provision.For more up-to-date farming news click here and subscribe now to profi for just £3.99 an issue.Share this:TwitterFacebookRedditWhatsApp by Steven Vale More From This Author