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New and improved contenders in the mid-range tractor markets

Jun 10, 2022
Jun 10, 2022

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As the big row-crop tractors take a breather from planter duties, utility and mid-range tractors start to swarm.

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New PowrQuad transmission configurations expand the capabilities of John Deere’s 5M Series utility tractors.
Photo courtesy John Deere

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Massey-Ferguson broadens its line-up of mid-range tractors with the new 115- to 145-hp 5S Series.
Photo courtesy Massey-Ferguson

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