Joystick operation of the rear lift is one of several digital technology improvements on Case IH’s three latest Optum tractors, with peak outputs of 288hp, 313hp and 340hp.

The armrest console mounted joystick can now be assigned the tractor’s rear linkage as well as the front lift to simplify control of dual implements, such as mowers front and back.

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And digital tech features are now available in tiers much as they already are on Quadtrac, Steiger, Magnum and the five most powerful Puma models, the 185 to 260.

All include the Pro 1200 monitor with 12in touchscreen, a ball mount and harness to add a second display, and Connectivity Included – a package encompassing things such as wireless file transfer and remote display access.

It also gives modem lifetime access to the new FieldOps cloud-based data and management platform and its various connected services.

Isobus control with TIM, which enables sensors on the implement to control certain functions on the tractor, is also standard, together with Accuguide satellite steering infrastructure.

Buyers then choose Accuguide activation to different definition levels from basic to high-level RTK.