Kubota (UK) has boosted its range of guidance solutions with an entry-level auto-steer package called Value Line Steering. The new kit is said to bring affordable precision to any Kubota machine equipped with a steering wheel.
Sourced through Topcon, the kit includes the XR-1 GNSS receiver with built-in gyroscope and accelerometer, XW-1 electric steering wheel and 10in, XC1 in-cab touchscreen terminal. Integral software has eliminated the need for a mechanical wheel angle sensor, simplifying installation and set-up.
Operators can get access to any steering pattern required, including straight, centre pivot, curved and custom guidance lines. In addition, more advanced features such as Steer-to-Boundary, Guidelock and Headland Turns are also available, along with basic ISObus implement control. The wide choice of accuracy options extend from 15cm pass-to-pass accuracy down to 1cm when using an RTK signal.
The EGNOS Value Line Steering kit is priced at £5,520, while those seeking higher accuracy can opt for an RTK Value Line Steering kit, costing £7,545. The latter requires a 12-month RTK signal subscription costing £650.
“This new kit offers customers a price-sensitive package that delivers auto-steering functions to improve operational efficiency and reduce operator fatigue,” said Jonathan Rook, Kubota UK’s agricultural product manager.
The kit comes with two years warranty and two years customer support. It can be self-installed (optional installation service costs £695).
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