John Deere is rolling out tech updates to its 7, 8 and 9 Series tractors for the 2024 model year that the company said will help farmers ensure their tractors are prepared to work autonomously in the coming years.
That starts with the StarFire 7000 integrated GPS position receiver and an all-new G5Plus CommandCenter Display both now being included as base equipment.
The StarFire 7000 GPS receiver — first introduced last year — offers the highest level of guidance and accuracy John Deere said it’s ever offered, promising five years of repeatability and 73% faster pull-in times. The receiver is 17% more accurate when using SF-RTK when compared to previous models using SF3 signal, all without the need for base stations.
Deere is also making the StarFire 7000 Universal receiver available as an aftermarket option.
Inside the cab, farmers will find the all-new G5Plus CommandCenter Display that features a larger screen, increased processing power and faster file transfer times compared to previous models. G5Plus features a 35% larger viewing area and 12.8-inch touchscreen display. AutoTrac guidance, and Section Control are also now included in base equipment.
Another feature John Deere is making available is a factory-installed implement ethernet, which enables future high-bandwidth communication between tractors and implements.
The company is also offering an Autonomy Prep package for 8 and 9 Series Tractors that ensures these machines have the known components needed to operate autonomously in the future.
“This includes the right transmission and visibility package, implement ethernet, a 330-amp alternator and other additional hardware,” said Ryan Jardon, marketing manager for John Deere.
Source: https://www.michiganfarmnews.com/
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