All-terrain vehicle
Kawasaki Motors Inc. has introduced a new all-terrain vehicle for 2005. The Brute Force 750 4×4 ATV is powered by a liquid cooled, 749 cc, twin-V engine with SOHC four-valve heads and plated alloy cylinders.
The engine offers more torque and power than any other engine in its class.
The ATV also features a new independent, double wishbone, rear suspension and a double-A arm front suspension designed for better handling and driver comfort.
Other features include an automatic transmission with selectable four-wheel drive mode, variable front differential control, dual piston front disc brakes, an oil-bathed multi-disc rear brake system and a sturdy double cradle chassis design.
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The machine has a 20.4 litre gas tank for extended trips, front and rear cargo racks, a trailer hitch bracket, 12-volt accessory outlets at the front and rear fenders and space for an optional front winch. It weighs 274 kilograms and is available in a variety of colours.
For information, write to Canadian Kawasaki Motors Inc., 25 Lesmill Road, Toronto, Ont., M3B 2T3 or phone 416-445-7775.
Hopper cover
Signature Cover has a new combine hopper cover to fit New Holland CR and CX models. The cover has an improved bow system going from front to back and side to side for better drainage and protection.
The covers are available in yellow, black or white and feature light weight, corrosion-resistant aluminum bows and nylon fittings. The cover is designed to keep weather out of the grain tank and grain in.
For more information, write to Signature Cover, Box 10, 135 Elma Park Road, Elm Creek, Man., R0G 0N0, call 204-436-2335 or visit www.hoppercover.com.
Ideas for disabled
The Breaking New Ground resource centre at Purdue University has released a third edition of The Toolbox CD which provides information on agricultural tools, equipment, machinery and farm buildings. All the products could be used by farmers, ranchers and gardeners with physical disabilities. The CD includes descriptions and photos of more than 600 items as well as website links and e-mail addresses of suppliers.
The main topic areas on the third edition include tractors and self-propelled equipment, livestock handling and housing, crop materials, handling and storage, shop tools, trucks and off-road vehicles, outdoor mobility products, lawn and garden equipment, outdoor recreation, safety and health equipment and various other products.
For more information or to order, write to Breaking New Ground Resource Centre, ABE Building, Purdue University, 225 S. University Street, West Lafayette, Indiana, U.S.A., 47970 or call 800-825-4264.
Low-slip tires
Michelin has a new line of tires for high horsepower tractors and agricultural machines.
The Michelin MachXBib features a broad flat crown and deep lugs for minimal slippage and fuel efficiency. The treads are flat and stable, allowing for an even load distribution and reduced compaction. Rounded shoulders minimize soil disturbance and rutting and the swept-back 45 degree lug design provides a smooth ride on road speeds as high as 50 kilometres per hour.
The tire’s large air chamber, braced tread and reinforced radial casing are designed to carry heavy loads at low tire pressure. The tires are available for a variety of four wheel drive and front wheel drive assist tractors.
For more information visit www.michelinag.com or visit a Michelin tire dealer.
