THE Case IH Axial-Flow 140 Series combine has scored the EquipmentWatch 2017 Highest Retained Value Award.
The acknowledgment comes in conjunction with Case IH's 175th anniversary, as well as the 40th anniversary of Case IH Axial-Flow single-rotor technology, which revolutionised combine harvesting with its simplicity, grain quality, grain savings, and crop adaptability.
Based in the US, EquipmentWatch is world leader in data, software and insights for the heavy equipment industry. The prize recognises manufacturers in 28 heavy equipment categories – spanning the construction, agriculture and lift/access manufacturing sectors – for products that show the highest retained value over the last five years.
It calculates residual values according to market depreciation standards and proprietary algorithms, as well as fair market value and forced liquidation value records. EquipmentWatch's analysts also examine year-over-year depreciation for more than 12,000 models and up to 20 model years of values.
According to EquipmentWatch, the Axial-Flow combines retain their value better than any combine available.
"The series boasts the brand's lauded residue management system, built to handle the tough residue associated with new crop genetics,” says EquipmentWatch's statement about the Case IH award. “With an engine that produces 348hp and a grain tank capacity of 300bu, this combine is an excellent choice for demanding farming needs."
Axial-Flow 140 Series combines, consisting of three current models from 312 to 449hp, are designed to meet the requirements of mid-sized broadacre operations.
The Axial-Flow 140 Series is said to be built to guarantee greater productivity and is designed to help farmers harvest more, higher-quality grain, while adjusting to different crops and field conditions.
The combines feature the two-speed electric shift ground drive transmission that provides easy gear and speed range selection and the high-capacity clean grain elevator. The Axial-Flow rotor provides smooth, consistent crop flow, while the Cross-Flow cleaning system helps eliminate side overload and reduces the need to slow down on uneven terrain.
