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1170G
Compared to the previous 6-wheeler equipped
with wide tracks, the width didn’t have to be
increased to boost the load rating; that makes
it easier to work and navigate over uneven
terrain
Jämsä, Finland.
“Even with 8 wheels, the
machine’s ability to turn isn’t
restricted, and the rear follows the
front well over the terrain.” Henri
Nieminen, who has split the test
hours so far with Soini, agrees.
He previously operated a bog-
equipped 6-wheeled harvester. The
operators have worked with the
harvester in two shifts throughout
the test period.
“The slope and soft-terrain
characteristics have been
clearly improved. Compared to the
previous 6-wheeler equipped with
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