SPECIFICATIONS

Engine Choppers Cropdividers Dimensions

AHX1800
Engine model
Power
Cummins 6BTA 590
130 kW (174 hp)
@ 2,500 rpm
Drive type
Drum type
No. of blades
Hydraulic, reversible
Differential
2 blades per drum
Distance between points
Angle of spiral
1,100 mm (43 in.)
30 deg.
Height (elevator)
Width
Length
4,530 mm (178 in.)
2,230 mm (89 in.)
6,250 mm (246 in.)
SUGAR CANE HARVESTER
Displacement 5.9 L Billet length Approx. 250 mm (10 in.) Basecutters Weight 6.7 tonnes (14,770 lb.)
Alternator capacity 45 amps Distance between centres 495 mm (19 in.) Wheel track 1,360 mm (54 in.)
Fuel capacity 210 L (46 gal) Extractor No. of discs 2, demountable Min. row width 1 metre (3.3 ft)
Hydraulic oil capacity 130 L (29 gal) Drive type Hydraulic, variable speed No. of blades 8, replaceable Ground pressure 100 kpa (14.5 psi.)
Fan type 3 blade, replaceable
Transmission Topper
Fan opening 900 mm (35 in.)
Type Hydrostatic using two Type Single cut
variable pumps driving Elevator Standard equipment
Height adjustment 1,050 to 3,000 mm
two fixed motors Two door sound insulated air-conditioned cabin
Drive type Hydraulic, reversible (41 to 118 in.)
Hubs Double reduction Suspension operators seat
Width 575 mm (23 in.) Severing drum Bi-directional
epicyclic hubs 39:1 ratio
Hydraulic slewing 170 degrees No. of blades 4, replaceable Windscreen wiper
Speed 16 kph (10mph)
2 rearview mirrors
Brakes Wet disc type brakes
Individual pedal Instrument lighting
operated foot control Tachometer / hourmeter
Parking brake Automatic on engine Fuel level gauge
shutdown Engine oil pressure gauge
Wheels and tyres Engine water and hydraulic oil temperature gauges
Battery voltage gauge
Front 10.0 x 16 x 8 ply
4,210 mm
4210(166 in.) Basecutter and chopper hydraulic oil pressure gauges
Rear 14.9 x 28 x 10 ply 3,340
33 40 mm (131 in.)
Resettable electric safety relays
MAX: 3,000 mm (118
3 000 M AX in.)
Feedrollers MIN: 1,05010mm
5 0 (41
MINin.) Transmission isolation switch
Drive type Hydraulic, reversible Lockable cabin doors, fuel tank and hydraulic oil tank
No. of rollers 11 Failsafe parking brake
Finned roller Yes Safety rotating beacon
Width of rollers 9 x 600 mm (24 in.) 5 quartz halogen lights mounted on the cabin
2 x 777 mm (31 in.) 2,220 mm
2220(87 in.) Hydraulic elevator raise / lower
Power knock down roller Yes, adjustable 4,150 41
mm5 0(163 in.) Adjustable power knock down roller.

Case Corporation reserves the right to make improvements in design and changes in specifications at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation to install them on units previously sold.
Specifications, descriptions and illustrative material herein are as accurate as known at time of publication, but are subject to change without notice. SEE YOU LOCAL AUSTOFT DEALER
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AUSTRALIA: AUSTOFT INDUSTRIES LIMITED CUMMINS STREET BUNDABERG QLD 4670 AUSTRALIA TELEPHONE: (61) 7 4155 4500 FACSIMILE: (61) 7 4153 3001
NORTH AMERICA: CNH GLOBAL 3265 MERIDIAN PARKWAY SUITE 104 FT. LAUDERDALE FL. 33331 USA TELEPHONE: (1) 954 659 2415 FACSIMILE: (1) 954 659 2774
LATIN AMERICA: NEW HOLLAND AV. JUSCELINO KUBITSCEK DE OLIVEIRA N. 11825 CAIXA POSTAL 14040 CEP 81503 CURITIBA, PARANA, BRAZIL TELEPHONE: (55) 41 341 7136 FACSIMILE: (55) 41 341 7215
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ASIA: NEW HOLLAND 51 GOLDHILL PLAZA, #20-09/10 SINGAPORE 308900 REPUBLIC OF SINGAPORE TELEPHONE: (65) 355 6050 FACSIMILE: (65) 258 6371
INDIA: NEW HOLLAND USHA BUILDING, 210 OKHLA INDUSTRIAL AREA - III, NEW DELHI 110 020 INDIA TELEPHONE: (91) 11 632 2210 FACSIMILE: (91) 11 632 2208

Safety Never Hurts!™ Always read the Operator’s Manual before operating any
equipment. Inspect equipment before using it, and be sure it is operating properly.
Follow the product safety signs, and use any safety features provided.

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SPECIFICATIONS
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 Specifically designed for harvesting cane grown in narrow cultivation
Elevator
Cabin

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• Loads the cane into the transporter
ith over 50 years experience in the sugar industry, Austoft Industries Ltd The AHX1800 harvester has been
• Excellent all- round vision • Perforated floor removes dirt
(a CNH GLOBAL NV company) continues to enjoy an enviable reputation as an Extractor • Slews 170° to unload either side
designed for ease of maintenance and
• Air-conditioned and pressurised
industry leader, both in Australia and around the world. • 2 door access • Variable speed • Optional elevator length serviceability, has excellent access to the
As the company continues to invest in the future with research and development, product and • Ergonomic controls • Vertical rotating arm various components, thus assuring
Topper • Suspension seat • Replaceable blades effective cane harvesting and increased
engineering teams ensure customer input forms the cornerstone of the new product
• Cuts the tops from the cane stalks • Removes trash from the cane productivity.
development process. The resulting machinery meets customers needs, is capable of mastering • Hydraulic height adjustment
many different crops, field and weather conditions and maximises productivity in the field. • Replaceable blades
Ultimately, Austoft customers know they can rely on their machine to deliver superior
performance and maximise their return on investment. Maximum Cleaning
From these foundation principles, the new AHX1800 Sugar Cane Harvester has been The variable speed primary extractor fan
borne. mounted on a rotating vertical arm ensures
The new AHX1800 is the first cane harvester specifically designed for harvesting cane grown in efficient airflow and maximum cleaning
narrow cultivation, and can operate in rows spaced one metre and wider (1m -1.8m). Chopper with minimum cane loss.
• Cuts the cane into billets
The size of the machine is its forte - compact, light and manoeuvrable. With a weight of only
• Twin rotating drum system
6.7 tonnes (14,770 lb.), and narrow wheel track width, this machine minimises both • Differential chopping action
compaction and damage to the cane stool. • Replaceable blades
Cabin and Comfort
All these features make the new AHX1800 the economical choice for
Designed for maximum comfort, the
harvesting in small fields with narrow width row cultivation. cabin features a fully adjustable
There are no compromises in the design of the new AHX1800 harvester! Hydraulics
suspension seat, unobstructed front and
Cropdividers rear views, and conveniently placed
The operation of the new AHX1800 Sugar Cane harvester is similar to that of the popular Case • Full hydraulic drive
• Separates the rows of cane • Suction and return filters controls. All of these enable the
IH Austoft 7000 Series harvester with many of the components common to both machines.
• Lifts and picks up lodged cane • Hydrostatic transmission operator to be comfortable and in
The new AHX1800 will remove the tops from the erect cane, cut the cane at ground level, chop • Hydraulic height adjustment • Oil cooler complete control throughout the day.
the cane into billets, remove the trash and dirt, then load the cleaned cane into the transporter.
The machine is driven by state of the art hydraulics, eliminating unreliable belts, chains and
mechanical drives. Using
modern hydraulic components
sourced from the world’s
premier suppliers, the new Basecutter Feed rollers
AHX1800 harvester also • Severs the cane at ground level • Carry the cane to the choppers
features filtration and oil • Hydraulically driven, fully reversible • Remove dirt from the cane
temperature control to • Replaceable blades • Floating top rollers for even feed The new AHX1800 Sugar Cane Harvester
maintain reliability, even when is the latest addition to the world-
operating in the harshest renowned Austoft range of Sugar Cane
conditions. Equipment, designed specifically to meet
the needs of cane farmers worldwide.