Vicon introduces its new flagship, the new plain disc mower butterfly. A combination that provides efficient performance with its 8.75m working width paired with a low weight design. The EXTR∆ 390 is purposely build for low operating costs in terms of power and fuel consumption, with power requirements starting at only 110 hp. In addition a front-mounted plain disc mower has been added to the Vicon EXTR∆ range. Called the 332F, this new model offers reduced fuel consumption from its low power requirement, while delivering exceptional ground following.
Designed to match the needs of large-scale mowing, the new EXTR∆ 390 butterfly combination, including the EXTR∆ 332F, is packed with features to meet these demands. The centre suspended rear mowing units in combination with the three-bladed discs offers an unmatched mowing performance. The Vicon BreakBack solution protects the cutterbar from foreign obstacles, and automatically returns the mowing unit to working position, while the EXTR∆ cutterbar offers smooth operation with very low noise, convenient during a long working day. The mowing units are centre suspended via a suspension spring, to give an even weight distribution across the complete mower width. Faster and more precise adaptation to ground contours is also achieved because of the centre suspended design. The benefit is less skid wear and optimum protection of the stubble.
The EXTR∆ 332F is a compact machine built for any terrain. This mower keeps its centre of gravity close to the tractor to allow a good view of the mower from the tractor cab, while maintaining excellent flotation characteristics and reduced ground pressure. The cutterbar moves independently from the front linkage, delivering a great range of movement with up to 17-degrees of lateral float, which sets the standard in this segment. Mower suspension allows the 332F to react instantly to changing ground contours. The Extra 332F also benefits from a two-speed driveline. Standard PTO speed is 1000rpm, but by simply switching the drive pulleys, a 750rpm operating speed is available, making it possible to maintain the correct PTO speed, but using reduced engine revs, creating an opportunity for lower fuel consumption. This is an innovative solution to the problem of front PTO systems not offering an Economy speed.
All this comes wrapped in a new modern exterior design. The new EXTR∆ 300 generation appears in the new Vicon design line, following the design of the mower conditioner range. The colours of the tarpaulins have been upgraded into a new attractive combination of red and black, giving a clear family identity throughout the range of disc mowers and mower conditioners.
The new EXTR∆ 390 combination is an eco-friendly, energy saving solution able to work on tractors with as little as 110hp. The low weight of only 1600kg together with the ideal weight distribution that butterfly combinations offer gives the optimum combination of low power requirements, low weight and high efficiency.
The Vicon feature of a BreakBack device protects the cutterbar from foreign obstacles. If hitting an obstacle, the Breakaway device will swing the machine backwards and over the obstacle and automatically return the mower to working position, when the obstacle has been passed.
For transport the mower folds into a compact position well behind the tractor, and below 4.00m height and 3.00m width.