Valtra N123, N143 and N163 Direct - Articulated Tractor - Model Information

Valtra N123, N143 and N163 Direct models can be fitted as option at the Valtra Unlimited Studio with Articulated steering

An articulated Valtra tractor can do everything a traditional articulated implement can do but with much higher levels of comfort and lower fuel consumption – while at the same time it is also a full-blooded agricultural tractor.

The tractors can be fitted with standard Valtra front loaders or heavy-duty solid beam loader loaders. The same options are available with the articulated steering than with other Valtra tractors, including a steel fuel tank for forestry tasks and an SVC cab with enhanced side visibility for municipal tasks.

The articulated steering is fitted to the tractor at the Valtra Unlimited Studio, where many additional items can be specified to fully customise your Valtra tractor so it is ideal for any application.

Valtra Articulated Tractors have the following features :
All the comforts of a standard N Series tractor
Excellent manoeuvrability for increased safety
Increased agility saves time and fuel
40% time savings on front loading tasks
Standard 160l hydraulic pump
No additional hydraulics required
Standard 4WD HD HILOCK front axle with steering angle sensors
ISOBUS available only at the rear of the tractor

Automatic Steering Control System :
Combining articulated steering with turning front wheels makes the tractor extremely agile which is useful when operating in tight spaces. The tractor can even be driven sideways which eliminates soil compaction on fields and allows streets to be ploughed or swept safely along the sides.

The articulated steering and rotating front axle are automated, so the amount of articulated steering reduces as the speed increases. At high speeds the tractor is steered normally through the front wheels. The driver can also adjust the ratio of articulated steering to front axle steering according to the situation.

Alternative steering modes :
(1) Front wheel steering only
The articulated tractor can be set to operates as a standard tractor at the switch of a button.
(2) Combined front wheel and chassis angle steering
This driving mode allows for excellent maneuverability even with front and rear mounted implement combinations, saving time and fuel in headland turns. In front loader operations this mode will save up to 40% time compared to performing the same task with a standard tractor. When turning on the road, this mode increases safety as the tractor does not need to cross lanes.

(3) Parallel track
Parallel track is excellent for drilling tasks, reducing soil compaction significantly. When performing road maintenance tasks, this mode increases the working width saving you time and fuel. This operates in the field in a mode similar to a modern 6 row sugar beet harvester, reducing compaction and leaving an even pressed finish in front of the working implement

(4) Chassis angle steering only – manual adjustment
The angle of the chassis steering can be adjusted steplessly. Even stationary adjustment is possible.

(5) Chassis angle steering & steering wheel control
In this mode the front wheels are turned after the chassis movement, making it ideal for front loader work in narrow conditions