Krone Australia product manager, Nathan Thomas, said the two machines improve on many aspects, bringing powerful and effective tools to Australian farmers.

"We've always believed in continuous improvement and these new models are no exception," Thomas said.

"The EasyCut ECB1000 replaces the ECB970 as the mower of choice, while the Swadro TC 1250 is a new entry-level addition to the four-rotor rake line up," he said.

"The Swadro TC 1250 is offered along side the already proven Swadro TC 1370 and offers a budget solution to the broadacre market and farmers."

The rake features a variable hydraulic work width adjustment as standard, varying between 9.8m and 12.5m wide with telescoping arms, allowing for fast adaption to varying working conditions.

"It's manoeuvrable, and it's convenient. The two-point headstock pivots in the lower link for smooth and stable rides on roads and in the field. When turning at a tight angle, the headstock makes for tight headland turns and effectively rakes in corners, saving valuable time in harvest windows."

Other standard features include hydraulic front rotor suspension and mechanical back rotor spring suspension, allowing the machine to handle any terrain.

The independent rotor lift-out can be selected electronically from the cab and sequence-controlled lift-out, meaning you can raise and lower the rotors in sequence or in front/rear, or in pairs.

The TC 1250 has a trapezium frame and tube steel arms that ensure high stability and longevity.

"Our new ECB1000 builds on the intelligent design of the ECB970 and brings a host of changes that will improve performance," Thomas said.

"The high-capacity non-conditioner butterfly mower features leading edge technology including a variable working width from 9.28-10m, hydraulic ground pressure and a weight optimised headstock."

Krone has also announced the appointment of Lars Pasedag as sales manager Australia, New Zealand and southeast Asia.

The newly created role supports Krone's distributor network in partnership with Kubota in Australia, Tulloch Farm Machines in New Zealand and their respective dealer networks.

Pasedag said has was excited to join the Krone team and looked forward to expanding the footprint of the brand.

"Krone is going through a time of innovation with many impressive products and technology features in the pipeline," Pasedag said.

As part of the Krone team in various capacities over the years, Pasedag worked in the Krone headquarters in Germany before moving to Australia where he joined the Kubota Australia team in 2005.

For more details, visit: www.kroneaustralia.com.au