ON THE RIGHT TRACK

Kubota has joined with Camoplast, the industry leading provider of aftermarket rubber tracks for compact construction equipment, to create a means of lower operating costs for Kubota mini excavator and compact track loader owners.
     Camoplast’s rubber tracks set the industry standard for the lowest operating cost solution for compact construction equipment.  As one of the leading manufacturers in compact construction equipment, Kubota wanted to provide their loyal customers with a durable, yet affordable rubber track alternative that would be incomparable to any other aftermarket track.  Kubota Parts Merchandising and Training Manager, Marcos De Souza, commented on this partnership.
“Camoplast’s product engineering standards, financial strength, and distribution network is a perfect match to support Kubota’s continuous improvement replacement parts supply program.  To be certain these tracks met Kubota’s quality standards, Kubota Engineering required strenuous and comprehensive testing before approving these tracks for use,” said De Souza.
     Customers have six key factors to count on when purchasing Camoplast rubber tracks.
Durability
     The unbeatable durability of these tracks last up to 50 percent longer than regular replacement tracks.  This means operators can get more work done and increase their profits.
Reliability
     Backed by the best warranty in the industry, Camoplast rubber tracks give Kubota operators the peace of mind they need with a warranty program that lasts up to 18 months!
Pricing
     Price is an issue in any purchase.  Since tracks are shipped directly from their manufacturing plants at a reduced cost, Great Plains Kubota, and other participating Kubota dealers can offer these quality tracks at an affordable cost.
Availability
     The fast delivery through their global distribution network creates less downtime for dealer and customer.  Camoplast offers optimal availability so customers can keep a deadline.
Exclusive Technology
     The exclusive high-performance technologies behind Camoplast’s construction are the key to there success.  Premium quality rubber, and patented proven technology are combined with their state-of-the-art facilities to produce the best aftermarket track available.
OPTIMIZATION
     As the only track maker that designs and manufactures undercarriage systems for OEMs, Camoplast designs tracks that better fit your compact Kubota construction equipment.
     The extreme elements of a job site can wreak havoc on equipment tracks.  De-tracking, punctures, and cuts are all too familiar to any operator, but Camoplast SD tracks for Kubota mini-excavators and compact track loaders are designed to provide superior resistance against damages and catastrophic failure.  The unique external iron core eliminates de-tracking and greatly minimizes vibration for operator comfort.  The evenly placed high tensile steel cables prevent corrosion and improved rubber bond for ultimate stretch and resistance.  Finally, the step tread design keeps tracks free of mud to increase even more traction.
     The clear choice for operators looking to stay on the right track during their next job is Kubota and
  Camoplast, a win-win combination!
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Kubota Hay Equipment Now Available

    
     Kubota has introduced numerous new products this year, but perhaps the most surprising is the introduction of Kubota’s Hay Tool Implements.  Kubota now offers disc mowers, tedders, and rakes to their already impressive line of agriculture equipment. The disc mowers offer effective and reliable performance as well as easy operation for non-stop mowing productivity. Kubota tedders and rakes are the perfect combination to help speed up the drying process and ensure clean raking performance.
DISC MOWERS - Kubota is proud to introduce an extensive new range of side mounted disc mowers, specifically developed for the North American market.  The DM-series side mounted disc mowers offer a working width ranging from 5’6” up to 10’5”. The counter-rotating three blades per disc Kubota mowers are constantly cutting and offer no compromises in performance. This means a third less load per blade; an even load on the drive; and smoother power usage.  The result is neat, clean stubble.
     Being prepared when mowing season takes place is essential.  The new range of Kubota mowers is designed to offer maximum productivity.
     The Kubota DM2000 models are lightweight, simple mowers with a compact, but durable design for maximum output at a competitive price.  They are offered in working widths of 9’2” and 10’5”.  Featuring the Kubota cutterbar with triangular discs, continuous and excellent cutting performance, especially in difficult crop conditions, is ensured.
     The mowers are equipped with a powerful and flexible spring loaded V-Belt drive.  As the belt loosens, the spring pushes the drive wheel outwards, automatically tensioning the belt.  The DM2000 series is fitted with the Kubota Non-Stop BreakAway system to protect the cutterbar.  The integrated BreakAway system is designed to protect the cutterbar from foreign obstacles.  Upon striking an obstacle in the field the mowing unit swings backwards and up.  This provides maximum protection of the cutterbar.  What this means to the operator is effortless continuous protection for efficient cutting.
     The 2000 series is just as easy to operate as the small 1000 series disc mowers.  Adjustable suspension springs are easily set, to provide the ground pressure required.  Once the machines have been set correctly, all the operations can be done from inside the tractor.  No use of the three point hitch is needed when lifting on headlands or going into transport position.
     Having added hay tools to the line-up means that Kubota is expanding its footprint in the agricultural market.  Great Plains salesman, Brent Elliott, commented on the new products.
     “It is nice to see Kubota is making a quality effort in completing the line of farm and forage equipment.  The disc mowers especially will be a great added bonus for our Kubota customers.  The name Kubota is synonymous with quality and I expect nothing less with their hay tools,” said Elliott.
RAKES - Kubota is also offering it’s first pull-type rotary rake with a working width of 13’9” (4.2m). The Kubota RA1042T is fitted with 11 tangential tine arms and 4 double tines per arm. The high tine frequency ensures clean raking performance, even at reduced rpm and high travel speed.
     Infinitely variable cam track adjustment allows fine tuning to obtain optimum raking and swath formation according to crop conditions.
     The new Kubota RA1042T single rotary rake is designed for low power requirements, while still delivering considerable working width of 13’9”. Offering a pull-type design and linkage mounted drawbar, the Kubota RA1042T can be easily operated by low horsepower tractors.
TEDDERS - The new Kubota TE4052T is designed to optimize performance for producing dry hay. The four rotors, in combination with a wide overlap, ensure complete pick up of the hay and equal distribution over the entire working width. The Kubota TE4052T rotors are driven by a low maintenance gearbox with only one grease point. The bearings from the pinion and crown wheel ensure maximum longevity of the driveline. The low weight of 904 lbs is ideal for applications with small tractors, or on hilly terrain.
series has five tough and reliable models to choose from.  The DM1017, DM1022, DM1024, DM2028, and the DM2032 cutting widths range from 5’6” to 10’5”.
     The new Kubota DM1000 series cutters feature a new heavy-duty Kubota cutterbar, which is designed for low maintenance and quiet operation.  The fully welded cutter with overlapping C-channels has a rigid and sturdy construction, ensuring a very high level of durability.
     The Kubota cutterbar has a high oil capacity which ensures a low working temperature.  The long curved gear wheels run smoothly in oil and provide optimal power transmission with little slack.  Kubota disc mowers also feature a spring loaded break away.  When an obstacle is encountered, the mower swings backwards to protect the cutterbar.  By reversing, the mower is reset into working position.    
To learn more about Kubota hay tools or other Kubota equipment visit www.greatplainskubota.com