Designed to undertake serious work in confined spaces such as orchards and vineyards, the new Rex 3 Series comprises three models powered by 55hp, 65hp and 75hp Kohler diesel engines.
Driving through a 16×16 creep mechanical transmission produced by Landini manufacturer Argo Tractors, with an overall length of 3.46m and a minimum width of 1.36m, the new range is similar in size to the 44hp to 51hp 2 Series compacts.
Main differences include stronger axles and a cast bolster where a 1.0t front linkage and pto assembly will be available. The heavier backend and overall build make the tractor capable of handling implements like a flail mulcher, weeding and cultivation machinery, and other implements needing more power and lift capacity.
A longer wheelbase and Cat 2 rear linkage with almost twice the lift capacity at 2.3t also help in that respect, as does the 50-lit/min open centre hydraulics system, which is supplemented by a 28-lit/min gear pump dedicated to steering.
Up to three remote hydraulic valves are available to operate rear and front-mounted equipment or a loader, and hydraulic adjustment of the right-hand lift arm and top link can be added for easier coupling and fine-tuning of implement set-up.
For pto-driven equipment, the new Rex 3 Series tractors provide either single- or two-speed configurations with ‘power’ and ‘economy’ settings to suit different implements.
Operators get to work on an open platform with ROPS roll-over protection or in an optional low-profile cab with heating, ventilation and air conditioning available.
“This is a welcome addition to the Landini tractor range that very effectively bridges the gap between the lighter 2 Series and the bigger, more powerful Rex 4 Series,” said Adrian Winnett, managing director of Argo Tractors.
