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Peat harvesting

Peat harvesting

  • Favourable power to weight ratio especially with Sigma Power
  • Excellent weight distribution, no need for extra weights
  • Ground speed PTO and extra heavy duty 1000 rpm PTO with a large multi-plate clutch
  • Enough weight on front wheels, better four-wheel traction
  • High air intake, extra filtration for the cabin air
  • No blocking parts before the cooling unit enable an even flow of cooling air
  • Overall dust neglecting design to avoid fire
  • High ground clearance and even bottom

Peat is an important source for energy in Northern countries, Baltics, South-East Asia and Ireland. It is also used in glasshouses and as litter for cattle. Finland has been the frontrunner in developing new harvesting methods. In co-operation with peat contractors, Valtra has developed a tractor and the necessary accessories to conquer the peat fields. Valtra´s market share in Finnish peat bogs is around 70 per cent.