Product Spotlight: Massey Ferguson 1600 Series Tractors
After five years of research into the needs and wants of compact tractor owners, and millions of dollars in development, Massey Ferguson® is introducing the 1600 Series compact tractor. With bold new styling and the most comprehensive offering of power, comfort and operator conveniences on the market, these robust new models bring consumers everything they've been waiting for in a compact tractor. Operator-inspired ergonomics, easy access for service, all-steel construction and high-capacity performance top the list.
The MF1600 Series offers six models from 35 to 60 gross engine horsepower, all featuring steel and cast iron construction, 4-wheel drive, a choice of four transmissions, plus rear and mid PTOs. With sleek new styling and 22 different configurations, all with a factory-installed cab option, the 1600 Series will meet the most discriminating personal taste and has the ability to handle any job.
"The MF1600 Series compact tractor was designed to raise the bar across the entire product class," says Steve Barcuch, Product Marketing Manager for compact tractors. "The MF1600 Series has been five years in the making, with that time dedicated to research and development efforts that incorporate the features and conveniences our small property and contractor customers are asking for. Our owners are increasingly spending more and more time on their tractors, so operator comfort and ergonomics are more important than ever before. We've focused our engineering and design efforts specifically to address these needs, and the result is something that consumers recognize the moment they sit on the tractor."
Power under the hood of the MF1600 Series is delivered by an efficient Iseki 3- or 4-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine with clean-air technology that meets Tier IV interim emission standards. Four easy-as-driving-your-car transmission choices include the 8 x 8 SynchroShuttle, the 12 x 12 SynchroShuttle, 12 x 12 DynaQPS™ and a three-range hydrostatic transmission to match the customer’s needs for economy, durability, power and agility. Heavy-duty cast-iron housings and oil-encased bevel gears mean smoother operation and longer life.
Not only does the MF1600 Series have great ability to do more work, the tractors have been carefully designed with innovative and almost luxurious features that make them easier to operate. "The attention to the details was primary in this series", says Barcuch.
Making the tractor the most comfortable in its class are a noticeably larger operator's area; form-hugging, standard deluxe spring-suspension seat; standard large armrests; and a platform which rests on rubber isolation mounts to minimize vibration at the operator's level. The molded rubber floor mat is even thicker than before and covers the entire platform, even under the seat, which provides additional cushioning. Redesigned, right-hand fender-mounted implement controls reduce operator back and arm fatigue by having the controls right where operators need them. Owners will enjoy the uncluttered layout, color-coded controls and easy-to-read gauges. And the wide-open platform makes getting on and off the tractor a breeze.
"The MF1600 Series is a total redesign of our most popular compact series, the MF1500," says Barcuch. "Every nut, every bolt, every nuance of this new generation compact is the result of one pivotal factor — our relentless dedication to understanding what our customers want. That's consistent with Massey Ferguson's 160-year tradition of delivering unprecedented innovations."
Sleek new styling includes four powerful headlights, a contoured hood, generous operator platform, scooped rear fenders and a streamlined profile for the perfect blend of style and function. Standard cab features include front and rear work lights and wipers, dual mirrors and rear auxiliary remote – items that competitive brands frequently offer as optional.
The MF1600 Series also delivers the ultimate in versatility to meet the needs of any job with its convenient joystick control and quick, easy attachment and removal of Massey Ferguson's full line of loaders, backhoes, landscape tools, mowers, tillers, brooms, snow blowers and box blades.
Designed to be the easiest to operate among compacts, these tractors also feature left-side turning brake pedals and right side forward/reverse pedals on the hydrostatic models – allowing smooth tight turns. Independent, push-button PTO also means the rear and mid PTO may be engaged with no clutching or reaching for levers.
Rather than cutting corners, the tractors are built with all-steel hood and fenders instead of plastic, increasing strength, durability and long-term value. Quick access to key service points combined with a gas-lift-assist cylinder to raise the one-piece EZlift hood inevitably leads to more consistent maintenance and longer tractor life.
"In creating this new tractor, we've listened to our customers to create a compact tractor that is the ultimate combination of function and fun – a tractor that puts 'joy' in the work," Barcuch adds. "The MF1600 Series truly delivers an experience like no other."
You can get your new Massey Ferguson 1500 Series compact tractor or GC Series subcompact tractor with 0% financing for 72 months. That's six years no interest! Just think of how much you’ll save. Call 518-438-4444 or stop by 72 Everett Road in Albany, New York today.
Product Spotlight: All-New Honda EU3000i Handi Generator
Honda Power Equipment introduces the all-new EU3000i Handi, an addition to the popular Honda Super Quiet Series of portable generators. The new EU3000i Handi adds increased portability to the fuel efficiency and reliability of Honda's existing EU3000i generator. The lightweight and extremely user-friendly EU3000i Handi provides customers with dependable, portable power for use at home or at remote recreational sites.
The EU3000i Handi increases the breadth of the Honda EU generator Super Quiet Series lineup through enhancements in the areas of noise, size, usability and fuel consumption. Producing 3,000 volt amperes (VA) - or watts - of power, the EU3000i Handi meets a variety of power needs. The new model's ample power output, exceptional fuel efficiency and super quiet operation make it well suited to provide limited home back-up power during a blackout or other power emergency, while its easy operation and extreme portability suit it equally well for a campsite, RV camping and tailgating activities.
Compared to the equally reliable and powerful Honda EU3000i generator, the EU3000i Handi is approximately 45 percent lighter with a dry weight of only 77.6 pounds, a significant reduction in weight for a unit producing the same power output. This weight reduction lends itself to a recoil start system as opposed to a recoil electric start system. A lighter generator is a more portable generator, and the EU3000i Handi now allows customers to more easily take their generator anywhere they need portable power.
In an all-new design for Honda, the EU3000i Handi features built-in wheels, two fixed handles and a folding handle to allow for easy movement of the generator from place to place and from job to job. When one person uses the foldable handle to wheel the generator, its total towing weight is a slight 17.6 pounds - easily manageable by people of all statures. Two people can conveniently carry the EU3000i Handi with the unit's fixed handles, or one person can more easily load and unload the unit from a storage spot using both handles for optimal leverage.
In relation to generator innovation, Honda engineers have employed the latest in Eco-ThrottleTM technology and a high efficiency inverter design in the EU3000i Handi, resulting in very low fuel consumption for a generator of its power output. The EU3000i Handi can operate on one tank of fuel for more than 4 hours, saving owners time and money.
At the heart of the new EU3000i Handi is the reliable and powerful Honda GX160 engine. With the GX160, the Honda EU3000i Handi provides an economical, quiet and efficient powerplant to complement the generator's technology and advanced design. As is the case with all Honda power equipment engines, the GX160 provides reliable, 4-cycle power to the unit. An overhead valve (OHV) system in the GX160 incorporates advanced engine technologies in a compact package. Coupled with the EU3000i Handi's specially designed housing, the generator is able to produce ample power for the job at hand with very little noise. In fact, the EU3000i Handi is the quietest generator in its market segment, producing a mere 56-65 dB of sound while in operation.
"The all-new EU3000i Handi offers our customers more of what they have come to value in all of Honda's portable generators - durability, ease of operation and fuel efficiency," said Honda Power Equipment vice president, Steve Bailey. "In today's unusual economic environment, consumers want products that serve multiple purposes in their busy lives, and the EU3000i Handi meets those needs."
