Fendt announces new greener tractors
Although we haven't spoken too much about tractors, I think it's good to know that green technologies are improving these vehicles. Take this example, German tractor manufacturer Fendt has announced that its new lineup of Vario tractors which reach the Com III emission standards which come in effect next year. Not only does it improve emissions, but consumption. Fendt has installed a system which makes exhaust gases recirculate back to the combustion chamber. A new CVT-like transmission system also allows its tractors to run in the [Source: Fendt via Agroinformacion]
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Karl-Uwe Strunzen 8:24PM (8/04/2008)
The Brazilian sugar-cane tractor seemed even greener though......
http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/News/International_Business/Fiat_to_launch_ethanol_truck_engine_in_Brazil/rssarticleshow/2996787.cms
http://www.autobloggreen.com/2008/04/30/fiat-to-launch-new-ethanol-diesel-engine-in-brazil/
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Dave 4:45AM (8/05/2008)
I think you meant highest gear possible, not lowest gear possible. Typically, low gears = high RPMs = low efficiency.
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