How a tractor with reverser benefits production

When we talk about modernizing the field, we inevitably refer to means and solutions that aim to optimize and streamline the operation, making it more sustainable and, consequently, increasing the profitability of the business. Tractors with reversers are examples of more sophisticated machines, aligned with this purpose and, increasingly, operators are seeing the benefits of this type of mechanism, which guarantees agility in maneuvers and contributes to an increase in production efficiency, compared to work carried out by common tractors (without the technology).

But, after all, what kind of device is this? There are essentially two types of reversers: mechanical and electro-hydraulic. Both have the same principle which is to change the direction of the tractor using a simple lever, generally located on the back of the steering wheel for ergonomic reasons and allow you to speed up the maneuver, saving fuel for the work you are doing, in addition to the possibility of a number greater forward-reverse gear ratio, which also increases operational performance.

The mechanical reverser, present in some Valtra tractors below 135 hp, features a simple movement of the lever back and forth, depending on the direction you want to follow. On a tractor without a reverser, the operator needs to perform a greater number of movements to reverse the machine's direction of travel and, in some cases, perform changes on more than one lever, demanding more time and causing more operational fatigue throughout the working day. .

The electro-hydraulic reverser is present on Valtra tractors from 79 hp onwards. Instead of the mechanical reverser disc clutch, the machines feature an electro-hydraulic package, a system that is less susceptible to operational failures which, in addition to providing more convenience and agility to the operator, does not need to use the clutch pedal and is able to shift forward and reverse simply by operating the lever.

That said, let's look at some practical demonstration examples. Valtra's A4S series tractors, from 79 to 99 hp, such as the 94 hp A99S model, stand out for containing three factors that allow the equipment to work with 5% more efficiency: the smaller turning radius category, capable of reducing the number of maneuvers; the Power Shuttle reverser, to change directions without pressing the clutch pedal; and the possibility of adjusting the sensitivity of the forward-reverse reversal to be faster or smoother, according to the operator's profile and needs. These are more versatile models, which can absorb any type of adversity in working conditions.

The A114, from the A4 series, for example, offers an even higher efficiency index, 10% on average, allowing the operator to perform even more optimized work. It also has sensitivity adjustment for the front-reverse reverser, which allows the operator to choose faster maneuvers in a planting situation or increase sensitivity by reducing the speed of the reverser and making it smoother for loading or fueling work. distribution trailer, for example, avoiding any fall of product (manure, limestone) and reducing the risk of accidents when work is being carried out close to another machine.

Despite the challenges of recent years, the agribusiness sector, the only one to show growth in Brazilian GDP in 2020 (2%), has been improving and becoming increasingly important for the Brazilian economy. The market within the sector follows this flow, working hard to provide a range of technological and innovative solutions that make farmers' work more profitable and sustainable, at the same time. And it was based on this logic that Valtra's tractors with reversers started to add value to the business and advantages for the farmer who wants to stay up to date and execute operations with the best possible performance.

 Juliano Roque Origuela, Tactical Marketing Specialist at AGCO South America