A new version of the Landini 5-H-series tractor has been launched by the Italian maker.

It has a more fuel-efficient engine, new power options and a refreshed cabin interior with extra information provided by the new instrument panel. The tractor also introduces a new family look for the Landini range.

The current Landini 5-H line-up has five models from 74hp to 110hp; these are being replaced by four models with power outputs from 85-113hp.

Buyers can have the Techno version with a dry clutch, 24×12 transmission and manual three-point linkage operation, or the Top Dual Power version, which comes with the T-Tronic wet clutch power shuttle transmission, more equipment and extra power for selected operations.

The Dual Power feature has been developed using the electronic high pressure fuel injection system of the new Perkins 854E-E34TA four-cylinder diesel engine.

At 3.4 litres displacement, it is a more compact engine but is said to serve up better power delivery and increased torque.

Peak torque of 450Nm from the 113hp version in the 5-115H is 9% more than from the previous engine and is developed at lower revs, says the company.

On Techno models, power goes through a simple 24×12 gearbox and dry clutch, but 5-H ToP Dual Power models have the T-Tronic 36×12 power shuttle transmission with three powershift steps forwards.

Both transmissions can be upgraded by adding a creep gearbox for operations requiring extra-slow working speeds, says the company.

The responsiveness of the T-Tronic transmission and power shuttle clutch can be fine-tuned using a dial alongside the new instrument pod and the Top Dual Power specification also includes an air suspension seat and push-back pick-up hitch.

All transmissions can be had with two-speed (540/1,000rpm) or three-speed economy (540/ 540E/1,000rpm) power take-off, with ground-drive pto also available. Swapping the six- and 21-spline stub shafts incurs no oil loss, says the company.

Rear hydraulic lift is rated at 4,750kg and an integrated front linkage and pto combination can be added.

For the auxiliary hydraulics, two lever-operated spool valves are installed as standard, with another two optional. Buyers can have kick-out and float/motor valves if they wish, operated by a joystick.

A refreshed cab interior for this latest version of the Landini 5-H-series tractor has lighter trim materials, a new air suspension seat on Top Dual Power models and easier-to-use hydraulic valve levers.

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