Caterpillar has launched three new telehandlers into the agricultural market. The TH255 super compact is designed to work in tight areas and comes with a load capacity of 2500kg, a maximum lift height of 5.6m and a capacity at maximum reach of 839kg. Despite its compact dimensions - which include a width of 1.82m, cab height of 1.9m and turning radius of 3.2m - the TH255 is claimed to have a spacious cab and be easy to get in and out of.  

Kubota New Tractors M40 Series Japanese manufacturer Kubota is to launch a new series of tractors. The M40 series offers four models in the 60-95hp range with prices starting from ?23,000 and are available from the beginning of June. The new series, which supersedes the established ME range, is clearly aimed at the livestock or mixed farmer.  

New Holland 824hp FR9090 Self-Propelled Forage Harvester New Holland used the Grassland and Muck 2008 event to unveil its FR9090 self-propelled forage harvester with its 824hp engine and patented design. The forager boasts a 20.1-litre Iveco V6 engine and a patented Variflow system that enables the operator to switch between grass and maize crops in less than two minutes.  

Multi-Purpose Tractor PowerPlatform A monster multi-purpose tractor unit has been developed by US firm Custom Chassis. With full-suspension and a top-speed of 72kph (45mph), the 11.2t PowerPlatform is billed as a high-speed multi-application vehicle.  

More effective balers from Massey Ferguson Massey Ferguson (AGCO Corporation) has redesigned four models of the square baler range. The 2100-series balers are built on a new, heavier duty chassis for increased durability and with tandem suspension axles with lockable castor steering.