Valtra showed the first of its new A series tractors at SIMA 2017, but more recently it launched the whole range.

The release of the new range means that all Valtra tractors – the A,N,T and S Series – are now in their fourth iteration (this can be seen in the model numbers as they all end in four).

The range starts at 75hp and goes up to 135hp. The three smaller models in the seven-model range come with a gutsy three-cylinder engine.

Finnish flair

Having driven these tractors earlier in the year, I believe that the Irish farming public will warm to them with their sensible mechanical elements and a touch of Finnish flair.

The National Ploughing Championships 2017 will be the first time that these machines are on Irish soil.

Valtra will launch its new ‘‘Smart Touch’’ armrest in Ireland at Ploughing 2017 and the company claims that it is easier to use than a smartphone.

This is Valtra’s first foray into the world of serious on-board technology and its specific aim is to make it easier to use than some of the other technology in the market.

The armrest comes with a nine-inch touchscreen as standard and the possibility to upgrade to a second screen if the operator requires it. The nine-inch touchscreen terminal has been designed to allow easy customisation of the tractor controls and access advanced features, such as various counters and gauges, auto-guide and other precision farming options.

On the Valtra stand, there will be the possibility to see the Smart Touch controller (pictured) in use and decide if it is easier than a mobile phone to use.