MACHINERY

John Deere's F8 and F9 forage harvesters deliver peak power of 750kW

New self-propelled forage harvesters from John Deere feature plenty of horsepower and technology.

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John Deere has announced a new lineup of self-propelled forage harvesters which peak at 750kW (1000hp).

John Deere has announced a new lineup of self-propelled forage harvesters which peak at 750kW (1000hp). | Credits: John Deere

JOHN Deere has launched its new F8 and F9 self-propelled forage harvester range, peaking at a capacity of the more than 750kW (1000hp). Available to order later this year, the F8 forage harvesters use...

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A growing series of reports, each focused on a key discussion point for the farming sector, brought to you by the Kondinin team.

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