John Deere launches S7 Series harvesters with predictive technology

During the "John Deere Space" event, John Deere presented the new S7 combine harvester, one of the brand's most anticipated launches. The machine comes equipped with unprecedented predictive technology, advanced connectivity and a design that aims to optimize productivity and operational efficiency in the field.

The main innovation of the S7 combine harvester is harvesting automation, which is divided into two fundamental technologies.

The first is Predictive Speed ​​Automation, which uses two front-facing cameras installed in the cab to map the terrain up to 8,5 meters in front of the cutting deck. These images, combined with satellite information, allow crop yield prediction and harvest speed adjustments 3,6 seconds before cutting. This automatic adjustment ensures consistent and more efficient feeding.

The second technology is Harvest Settings Automation, which uses geographic location and crop type to make automatic adjustments to machine settings. It also takes operator preferences into account, providing up to 10% more grain quality and 10% reduction in losses.

Felipe Santos, marketing and business manager for production systems for Latin America, explained that the S7 harvester was developed to bring significant gains in productivity.

"Increasing operational capacity by up to 20% is a major differentiator," he said. He also highlighted the launch of a larger platform, with the possibility of cutting 50 feet, an innovation in Brazil.

In addition, John Deere introduced the JD14 engine in the S7 800 and S7 900 combines. This 13,6-liter engine, already used in other models of the brand, such as sugarcane and cotton harvesters, was integrated into the S7 line, ensuring greater efficiency and rapid support from dealers.

Another important point was the innovation in the straw cutting and distribution system. Felipe Santos highlighted that the new system ensures uniformity when chopping straw and its efficient distribution. This improvement helps maintain soil moisture and facilitates the application of agricultural pesticides, which contributes to better performance in the next planting cycle.

John Deere also announced a new licensing-based business model. Instead of paying a high cost when purchasing a machine, farmers will be able to spread that cost over time by paying for licenses that provide access to technology, GPS monitoring and JDLink Boost connectivity. Santos stressed that this approach aims to increase the adoption of cutting-edge technologies in the field, contributing to a leap in farmer productivity.

Other releases

Several other products were presented at the event: S5 harvesters, 9RX tractors and 1200 and 3100FT planters. The S5 harvesters, for example, have the Automatic Terrain Adjustment (ATA) System, which reduces losses by up to 50%.

The 9RX tractor promises up to 40 hectares more operational efficiency per day. Equipped with JD18 engines and technologies such as Efficiency Manager, it offers reduced operating costs and greater operator comfort with its CommandView 4 Plus cabin.

The 1200 planter stands out for its increased operational performance and fertilizer autonomy, in addition to reducing seed supply time. The 3100FT series features high technology with electric drive for greater planting precision. And the 230M sprayer, with individual nozzle control, offers savings of up to 5% on chemical products.

Additionally, John Deere has expanded its line of bioinput applicators with the FA 400, FA 600, FA 800 and FA 1300 models. These applicators help increase the productivity and quality of soybean and corn crops.

S7 Series Harvester Specifications