Lamma proved to be the industry refresh we desperately needed. While efforts continue to protect the industry from the worst impact of the Autumn Budget, the general mood at the premier machinery show was broadly positive.
The first day saw record numbers of visitors descend on the NEC, with the halls crammed from 8am through to late afternoon. To meet the masses of farmers and contractors working their way across the show, more than 600 exhibitors were on hand with new machines and updates to showcase.
Industry coming together
To say that 2024 brought some challenges to farmers and contractors would be an understatement. From the flooding and worry over crops that dominated the first part of the year, to the changes to Agricultural Property Relief (APR) and Business Property Relief (BPR) in the Autumn Budget.
It’s no surprise then that NFU president Tom Bradshaw was on hand to address attendees and promote the Union’s #StopTheFamilyFarmTax campaign; calling on businesses and adjacent industries to come together and fight the changes to inheritance tax. He was joined on stage by Jeff Claydon, CEO of Claydon Drills.
“For the future of our industry and for vital growth in the economy, I urge all businesses associated with agriculture to sign our pledge to show the Government it is not too late to review plans and consider the unintended consequences of changes to APR and BPR on our sector and the wider economy. Changes to inheritance tax must be paused and consulted on,” said Mr Bradshaw.
Elsewhere, the National Association of Agricultural Contractors (NAAC) announced its newly formed coalition with the Crown Estate, IOSH Rural Industries Group, Agrii and charities, Mates in Mind, the Farm Safety Foundation and Farming Community Network.
The AgriWellbeing Alliance aims to make farming a sector where mental health and wellbeing is prioritised, supported and openly discussed. It states that it will not only support those struggling with mental health but will provide support to those who cross the farmgate and become ‘accidental counsellors’.
Jill Hewitt, NAAC chief executive said: “Agricultural contractors can be under extreme pressure themselves but may also take on the concerns of their customers. Talking is a great healer and its fantastic if the industry can share its worries, but we also need to be certain that everyone is properly supported with help signposted.”
The Alliance launched its charter at Lamma and is asking landowners, farming families, contractors, advisors and mental health organisations to join to create positive change for the future.
Alpego – www.alpego.co.uk.
Joining the Opico stand at Lamma for the first time, Alpego showcased a range of products at the event.
Following its launch at EIMA International, the DMax 800 made its UK debut. A new flagship for the range, it features an additional rotor to provide a true working width of 8.03m. The central join of the bed has now been offset to the join at the two rear rollers, which is said to minimise ridging, while the newly updated side plates, with wear-proof skids, are said to improve soil flow through the machine.
Another key feature is the AI-Guard system, which enables the operator to monitor the driveline from the cabin, as well as alerting the owner of upcoming servicing.
In addition to the 8m model, three new power harrows have been introduced to suit the horticultural market. The BA, BV and BE models are said to be ideal for tractors between 35 and 140hp.
Apollo Vredestein – www.vredestein.co.uk
Following its launch at EIMA International, Lamma saw the UK debut of the Vredestein Traxion CropCare, Apollo Tyres’ first boot for the trailed and self-propelled sprayer market.
Available from early 2025, the Traxion CropCare will be initially sold in two sizes: VF 380/90 R46 and VF 380/105 R50. Using VF technology, the company notes that the tyres will be able to limit soil compaction and potentially extend application windows for some customers while enabling others to maximise the load on their sprayer.
It features a steel-belted radial carcass, with a stabiliser ring in the central portion of the tread and a bead stabiliser. The combination of these is said to increase lateral stiffness by 30% when compared with competitive models. It’s finished with the proven Traxion tread design, which is said to provide even wear across the tyre.
Avon Tuning – www.avontuning.co.uk.
Avon Tuning HD had an interactive display, enabling visitors to manually configure an ECU and use the Dimsport remapping equipment to mirror the process carried out on the farm.
According to the company, it highlighted the safe nature of remapping to prospective customers and agents. Using the display, users can see how straightforward it is to read an ECU file, upload it to the Avon Tuning portal, receive the file, and apply the upgrade.
The company further states that the process typically takes less than two hours. There was also a freshly painted New Holland T5.110, which is used by the company for training. This was connected to a static Dimsport DF2TR dynamometer, enabling potential dealers and engineers to see the technology up close.
Bale Baron – www.balebaronuk.com
Importer and distributor Bale Baron highlighted the Agronic range of windrowers. A unique feature of the Finnish-built machines is the ability to mount them at the front or rear of the tractor. When mounted at the front, operators can reduce the number of passes by running a baler on the rear.
Three models are available with working widths of 5m, 6m or 7m, with the latter two featuring hydraulic variable width. All models are hydraulically driven, rather than via the PTO, reducing moving parts and minimising points where grass can wrap around the machine. Efforts have been made to limit the power requirements, with the 5m model weighing just 395kg and using just one double-acting and one single-acting spool, with a hydraulic requirement of 35 litres/min.
The straight tines are manufactured by polyamide and are angled in a way to lift the grass without soil contamination and eliminate the roping effect that traditional rakes can cause, according to the company.
Bauer – www.bauer-at.com.
Bauer has extended the range of mobile separators with a new Plug & Play Elevator, that can lift the separator 4.3m into the air to increase options for discharging. It shares many of the same components as the standard trailer-mounted model, including a galvanised steel frame housing a pump, all necessary pipework and an enclosed control panel, with a choice of screw press separators mounted on top.
However, it also incorporates a parallel lift structure with slurry intake and separated dirty water pipes, so that the separator can be positioned to discharge the solids into a trailer or spreader. Both the S655 and S855 screw-and-screen separators can be used with the new Elevator package, with the former achieving throughputs of 30cu m/hr and capable of handling dry matter levels up to 32%. The latter has the same dry matter performance but increases output to 40cu m.
Bourgault Tillage Tools – www.bttuk.com
Examples of Bourgault Tillage Tools (BTT) products were not only available to see on the stand, but also be exhibited across several other exhibits, including the Grange Machinery Tine-Drill Toolbar, Weaving Sabre Tine and the Kuhn Megant.
According to the company, it ensures that products are manufactured to the highest standards, with research and development focused on wear resistance, soil flow, seed placement, soil disturbance and ease of use.
BTT launched its Max Life Harrow Tine at the event, which is said to offer six times longer working life and can be used to create light surface tillage. The product has become a standard fitment on straw rakes in Canada.
BvL – www.bvl-technology.com
A new 25cu m version of the V-Mix Drive Maximus Plus self-propelled diet feeder was launched on the BvL stand. The twin-auger machine uses the proven BvL loading head, fitted with tines instead of knives to comb silage from the clamp face and preserve the structure. The driveline is also fitted with a creep function, enabling the operator to finely control the forward speed to suit their needs.
Once the hopper is filled, mixing can be activated at the push of a button, with settings for the auger speed and mixing time. When mixing is complete, the augers will automatically stop and the machine’s engine speed reduces to an idling speed.
Alongside the new feeder, BvL has announced updates to its Dairy Feeder feed management system, suitable for use with all BvL machines. Customers can enter their animal groups, feed components and rations, with target data displayed as needed during feeding. Once the task is completed, a variance comparison shows the accuracy of the feedout.
Claydon Drill – www.claydondrill.com
The Claydon Drill stand at Lamma saw the launch of the Nutriseeder, a new addition to its range of crop establishment tools. The NutriSeeder will be available in two versions, both to be fitted on the company’s 7.5m straw harrow.
A single-hopper, 200-litre variant comes with a single metering mechanism, while the dual-hopper version has dual metering for two types of seed to be applied at the same time or mixed in the distribution head.
Both models feature a hydraulic fan and electronic control with forward speed rate adjustment. On the headlands, the machine is stopped and started via a hydraulic cylinder, with best practice dictating that the harrow be left on the ground to avoid spreading weed seeds.
Eight spreader plates are fitted as standard, designed to distribute seed ahead of the harrow tines. A choice of metering wheels enables outputs of up to 30kg/ha for wheat, 15kg/ha for grass seed and 25kg/ha for cover crop mixes, at a forward speed of 15kph.
Dieci – www.dieci.com
Dieci Telehandlers returned to the event with an exclusive preview of the new Agri Pivot T80. The new model sits above the existing T70 and T60 models, with a maximum capacity of 3,500kg and a lift height of 5.2m. The FPT 153hp engine is longitudinally mounted at the rear, and the machine has a compact design to work in confined environments.
The cabin has been refreshed, with a 7in display; controls integrated into the armrest and improved climate control and soundproofing. For greater visibility around the centrally-mounted boom, the operator position has also been raised.
During operation, users can take advantage of several advanced boom functions, including bucket shake; a wall function which keeps the implement on a straight vertical line even when lifting or lowering; position memory; and floating, which is said to be particularly handy during earthworks.
Fendt – www.fendt.co.uk
Lamma 2025 saw a host of machines from Fendt making UK debuts, including the first showing of the 600 Vario tractor range. Visitors also saw the UK launch of the new generation of Fendt Former rakes, with a 920C model on the stand, alongside a further selection of tractors, including the Gen7 728 Vario.
Visitors got a first look at the Corus 5275C straw walker combine, with ParaLevel technology. It’s part of a two-model range, offering 306hp and 360hp from the AGCO Power engines. ParaLevel stabilises the machine on hilly ground, compensating for slopes of up to 20% to enable the machine to work at maximum output for longer.
Rounding out the exhibit was the 2025 Rotana combination balers, available with the options of moisture analysis and a weighing function. Profi models also include a link to Tractor Implement Management (TIM), which will automatically stop the tractor after the binding process and eject the bale.
Fentech Agri – www.fentechagri.com
UK crop establishment specialist Fentech Agri moved into the mechanical weeding sector with its Phoenix 6m tine harrow. Working down to 50mm, it is fitted with four banks of BTT Max Life tines which break up slug eggs and weeds, while also mixing the topsoil to create a tilth and encourage volunteers and weed seeds to germinate. The tines are followed by a tyre packer to encourage further germination.
Hydraulic depth control and tine angle adjustment are standard, and the wings of the machine can follow ground contours for a consistent finish across the full working width. Fentech recommends around 150hp up front to ensure a forward speed of 16kph, and the company is currently developing additional models up to 12m. The machine is currently being trailed, with examples expected to be on farm later this year.
Grange Machinery – www.grangemachinery.co.uk
A host of innovations were on show from Grange Machinery. One of these is the Front Mounted Disc Bar, designed to be fitted to the front linkage of a tractor to provide an additional pre-cultivation pass ahead of the drill, or to improve cultivation passes. It features a full-width set of wavy discs to cut through trash and cover crops to improve seed-to-soil contact and trash flow through the following machine.
The show also saw the launch of a newly designed Tine-Drill Toolbar, which can work with a number of third-party front tanks. It features individual ground contour following, hydraulic seed depth adjustment and the option of a hydraulic levelling board and rear double harrow.
Finally, the Top-Tilth Cultivator features a dual disc system that can be hydraulically lowered into work and lifted out independently of the frame. It is a three-in-one implement, with low-disturbance legs that can also be independently lifted out of work or fully engaged.
HE-VA – www.he-va.co.uk
HE-VA introduced a series of new options for its Top Strigle straw harrow range. Models from 3m to 9m, can now be fitted with Turbo Discs at the front, which increase the intensity of soil movement for an improved weed chit.
When working directly behind the combine, the combination of discs and five rows of heavy-duty harrow tines spread crop residue across the field evenly, disturb slug eggs and create a micro-tilth for weeds to germinate.
The Grass Combi multi-purpose harrow is now available with a Stocks Ag Turbo Jet 10 applicator, meeting increased demand for cover crop seeding. The seeder is available in 240-litre or 400-litre capacities, with up to 20 spreader-plate outlets, and options for increased seed rates, or a large seed metering block.
Three different control systems are available, including an Isobus system, and the applicator can be set to apply in bands or rows depending on the requirements.
Hi-Spec Engineering – www.hispec.net
Hi-Spec Engineering introduced a new 20t-capacity Xcel 2050, which follows the 1250 model, using the patented chain and disc spreading system. The company states that this enables the machine to handle a wide variety of manures. Rotor-mounted chains and Hardox steel flails provide a shredding action to break down product before it is spread by the discs, which has the benefit of allowing foreign objects to pass through.
It features an angled side panel design that widens towards the rear to provide an increased capacity, while also reducing the risk of bridging. The standard specification includes a hydraulic drawbar and wide-angle PTO, as well as a tandem steering axle with 710/50 R26.5 tyres and air brakes to minimise compaction. Centralised greasing is also included in the base package.
Options include the Isobus-compatible RDS Apollo spreader control system, to maintain a preset application rate. This can link to weigh cells in the spreader as well as the speed of the chains.
Househam Sprayers – www.househamsprayers.co.uk
Househam showcased its automatic nozzle switching technology, developed alongside Altek. Unlike pulse width modulation, the company states that this system can work with any type of conventional nozzle, including flat fan and drift nozzles, and will be marketed at a lower price point.
Using a quad nozzle body, the system will automatically switch between nozzles, and combine nozzles, to provide instantaneous changeover across 16 different flow rates. This is based on application maps, as well as the forward speed of the sprayer. Using this system, the company states that it can offer pulse width modulation style switching, as well as turn compensation for even application.
The system monitors flow rate three times a second, enabling changes to be made quickly and accurately. For customers wanting to trial the system at a reduced cost, a dual-line system with twin nozzle bodies is also offered.
J Riley Beet Harvesters – www.jrileyagri.com
East Anglian importer J Riley showcased its expanded slurry portfolio with a brand new UK-compliant transport tanker from slurry specialists Kumm-Technik.
The new KTS 32 Light is an articulated lorry semi-trailer, said to be particularly well-suited to hauling digestate and slurry to applicators working in the field.
It has a 32cu m stainless-steel tank, which is fully welded and features internal baffles, as well as the option for agitation to keep slurry homogenous.
As standard, a Vogelsang VC186-260Q 6,000 litre/min slurry pump is fitted, with auto shut off when filling. A full-height sight glass is also mounted at the front for clear visibility from the cabin. For easy control of the machine, it also comes with the Profi touchscreen panel.
Running gear comprises a tri-axle chassis with air suspension and Wabco ABS/EBS braking and off-road covers. The first axle comes with hydraulic lifting, while the second axle is fixed and the third comes with a steering system that locks out above 30kph.
Joskin – www.joskin.com
The latest Penditwist Start dribble bars from Joskin have received an update, with the largest 12m model now equipped with two Joskin macerators to ensure consistent, even flow across the full working width. The introduction of an additional Joskin Scalper unit also provides customers with left and right shut-off to avoid overapplication.
To mount the second unit, the design of the dribble bar has been uprated, with a reinforced frame that increases the overall weight to 1,400kg. It has a dedicated hydraulic block with one-push folding and unfolding. The Hardox counter blades within the Scalper units can be adjusted to vary the flow rate, and the company’s integrated anti-drop lifting system is standard.
Like previous versions, it can be specified as either a dribble bar or a trailing shoe, depending on requirements, and the company is working on a bracket to make this unit suitable for umbilical applications.
Kioti – www.kioti-uk.com
A new flagship tractor was on the Kioti stand, topping out the HX range. The HX1402 is powered by a four-cylinder Kioti engine, producing 140hp and put to the ground through a 32×32 powershift transmission. Designed for mixed farming operations, the cabin features a front-loader joystick, with shuttle control, as standard with a choice of Quicke, Kioti or Tenias front loaders.
Three hydraulic spools make up the standard specification, with the option of a fourth, powered by a 121 litres/min hydraulic system. It can also be fitted with a Zuidberg front linkage and PTO system. At the rear, the link arms can handle up to 4,400kg.
The new five-pillar cabin provides excellent visibility, with the straight exhaust mounted in-line with the A pillar, and there are several automated features include automatic PTO engagement/disengagement as the link arms are activated, and auto shifting through the powershift gears.
Knight Farm Machinery – www.knight-ltd.co.uk
Winning a gold medal in the Lamma Innovation Awards, Knight’s Smart-Inject system will enable a second chemical to applied only where it is needed during whole field applications. It features a second spray line, running parallel to the main system, connected to a 20-litre tank. The additional product is circulated and fed into a pulse width modulation valve fitted to each nozzle body.
When an area that requires the second product is approached, the valve opens and injects the chemical into the diluted spray stream. As well as tackling resistance issues, the company also stated that it could benefit contractors hired to spray products that may be damaging to other crops within a rotation. As an example, the secondary system could be used to spray vegetables, with the main tank kept for cereal applications, limiting cleaning time.
Also notable is the fact that Knight claim the system can be retrofitted to almost any make or model of sprayer.
KRM – www.krm-ltd.co.uk
Several new machines were featured on the KRM stand, including the Bredal K110 trailed lime and fertiliser spreader, a tandem axle model that bridges the gap between the largest single-axle machine and the previous smallest tandem. It features the same floor belt design and spreading system as the rest of K range, enabling it to spread a wide variety of materials, including lime, fibrophos, chalk, sand and all grades of fertiliser.
The discs are hydraulically driven, running from a PTO pump pack and controlled via Isobus. KRM states that this provides high power even at low disc speeds for the application of high rates of lime. Conversely, it can also provide high disc speeds for wide-width fertiliser spreading.
The K110 has a 9cu m capacity, equating to around 9t of fertiliser or 14t of lime, and comes as standard with Isobus rate control and the lime spreading setup. Options include weigh cells, a fertiliser kit, hopper cover, extensions, various tyre options and a stainless steel hopper.
Kubota – www.kubota.com
A novelty on the Kubota stand was the new Pulverizadores Fede XTA33 trailed sprayer, available in tank capacities from 1,000 litres and aimed at both orchard and vineyard growers, as well as poultry farmers for the application of disinfectants.
A piston diaphragm pump, with a cast casing provides 160 litres per minute, while at the rear, the fan measures 36in in diameter and the distance from the nozzles can be adjusted to increase the spread of products. The spray ring has 12 nozzles, each of which can be angled into three positions or turned 90deg to be switched off. It is possible to control application to the left and right or equip a lance to the export tap to spot spray difficult patches in the field, or ensure corners are covered in poultry sheds.
To ensure that full coverage is achieved, a bar of additional nozzles is mounted at the rear of the machine, and deflector plates can be fitted at the top and bottom.
Kuhn Farm Machinery – www.kuhn.co.uk
For the first time in five years, Kuhn Farm Machinery exhibited at the Lamma Show, showcasing its broad range of products. Commenting on the decision, Kuhn UK managing director Sian Pritchard explained that the increased popularity of the show, and the wide-ranging audience it attracted were key to the company returning.
The stand included more than 20 products from the company’s portfolio, with a focus on crop protection and nutrition. The Aero 32.1 mounted boom fertiliser applicator, which was launched earlier this year, will be showcased, as well as the company’s largest Lexis 3800 trailed sprayer.
For livestock and grassland farmers, the company’s widest ever mounted tedder – the 13.4m GF 13003 was on the stand, alongside the GMD 3515 rear vertical folding mower. Another novelty was be the Kosma precision drill, designed for pumpkin growers.
Lynx Engineering – www.lynx-engineering.co.uk
Visitors to Lamma were able to see the brand new Stoll ProfiLine Isobus front loader fully installed and working on a new tractor. The hydraulically controlled unit requires no specific loader or mid-mount valves on the tractor and instead is integrated fully into the tractor joystick and Isobus terminal.
According to UK importer, Lynx Engineering, this means that fitting the loader will take substantially less time when compared to a standard machine. Once installed, as many as 12 additional features become available, selectable via the tractor’s display terminal and set according to operator parameters.
The company expects to take delivery of the first batch of units within the next month and states that Isobus models will only be marginally more expensive than a standard ProfiLine FZ loader with Pro Control electronic joystick.
McHale – www.mchale.net
McHale has refreshed its fixed chamber round baler lineup with the new four-model F5 range. The F5-540 is a semi-automatic baler, with no cutter system; while the 550 integrates a 15-knife chopper, with 25 knives available as an option, and replaces the centralised greasing blocks with an automatic lubrication system. The 560 standardises the 25-knife chopper and comes with Isobus compatibility as standard, and the flagship 560 Plus adds film-on-film binding.
All models come with the company’s Profi-Flo 2.1m pick-up as standard, with the option to swap to a camless system to reduce maintenance. Both 560 models are fully automatic, taking over the lifting and closing of the tailgate when a bale is completed. The flagship models can also integrate into the tractor’s Isobus terminal, or be specified with the Iso-Play console, with these available as an option on the 550. If a chopping unit is specified, selectable knives can also be optioned.
Maschio Gaspardo – www.maschiogaspardo.com
The Attila subsoiler was on the Maschio Gaspardo stand, said to provide good performance when used directly after vegetable harvests. Available in working widths from 2.5m to 4m, with five to nine 30mm-thick legs, the machine can work down to depths of 50cm. As standard the legs are fitted with reversible clod crushers, as well as quick-change tungsten-coated tips to minimise wear.
For tough ground conditions or when mixing in crop residue, twin spiked rollers can be mounted at the back. Depending on ground conditions, operators can specify either a shearbolt leg protection system, or a hydropneumatic setup which lifts the leg over obstacles in the soil before returning it back to work. Power requirements start at 110hp for the 2.5m model, with a minimum of 190hp required for the flagship, with Maschio stating that a forward speed of up to 10kph can be achieved.
New Holland – www.newholland.com
For the first time in the UK the T5 Dual Command was on display. Part of the new T5 series, which comprises five models from 80-117hp all powered by FPT F36 3.6-litre four-cylinder engines. Alongside fresh styling, the T5 Dual Command tractors benefit from mechanical Comfort Ride cab suspension, wet disc front PTO and a rear lift capacity boost of 7% to 4,700kg.
The range can now also be equipped with telematics previously only available on higher power models including autoguidance, the IntelliView 12 touchscreen terminal and Isobus Class 2. Also on display will be New Holland’s CR9.90 combine harvester, one of the brand’s flagship CR Revelation models. The range boasts the IntelliSense combine automation system, Dynamic Flow Control remotely adjustable rotor vanes, and the Opti-Spread Plus super wide residue management system.
The T7 Long Wheelbase series was also exhibited on the stand, with its PLM Intelligence, providing an integrated digital farming experience.
NRH Engineering – www.nrh-engineering.co.uk
Celebrating 20 years of manufacturing, NRH Engineering returned to Lamma with a new brand identity and a new cultivator.
The Tremor low-disturbance subsoiler has been developed in response to dealer and customer feedback. Available as a five, six or seven-leg machine, the Tremor is manufactured from SJ355 high-tensile box sections, with shearbolt or auto-reset leg protection.
A row of serrated cutting discs is mounted at the front, made from boron steel to a 450mm diameter. There is also a choice of three legs, all made from Hardox500 steel. The feet are high-chrome castings, with differing levels of solid tungsten or tungsten carbide protection.
Customers also have the choice of a 750mm toothed packer, which aerates the soil and enables water to penetrate the surface, or a 650mm pressed steel packer with castellated rings. As standard, the Tremor features hydraulic disc and packer depth adjustment.
Opico – www.opico.co.uk
Opico’s weeding and seeding robot, FarmDroid, has received a series of updates to bolster the unit’s versatility. New A- and L-share options have been added in place of the weeding wire, enabling the machine to handle a broader range of soil types of crop conditions. It also means that the unit can handle weeds which have grown beyond the emergence stage.
According to the company, the more aggressive action can also help to break up capping and surface compaction to aid rainfall penetration and provide a flush of mineralised nitrogen.
To broaden the appeal of the machine, it can now also be specified with a spot spraying system for in-row or inter-row crop protection chemical and nutrition applications. According to tests conducted in Denmark, the targeted dosing can reduce herbicide use by up to 94%. Opico also announced a three-year, 0% finance deal for the FarmDroid, recognising the financial pressure growers are currently under.
Quicke – www.quicke.com
Marking the first show since importer Alo UK was rebranded to Jost GB Ltd, the company highlighted the latest front loader from Quicke.
Available in both mechanical self-levelling and non-self-levelling variants, the N-series is suitable for tractors between 80 and 180hp, and is said to feature intuitive controls and a low-positioned parallel bar to maximise visibility.
It features forged and cast parts to offer greater strength and durability, as well as toolless implement attachment and detachment.
The N-series comes equipped with a variety of features, including a hydraulic multicoupler, SoftDrive suspension for smooth operation and a third function as standard, with the option of a fourth. Customers have the choice of the QM-Command or QE-Command control systems, as well as options of Live3, LoaderLight, Q-Lock and SelectoFix.
Ryetec – www.ryetec.co.uk
Yorkshire manufacturer Ryetec showed a new version of its Restorer subsoiler toolbar at the event, designed to be close coupled to a following power harrow or drill. Its design incorporates space for the PTO shaft to pass through and be connected to a powered implement at the rear.
Available in working widths from 3m up to 6m, it features a row of 450mm diameter cutting discs, followed by non-staggered 20mm Hardox subsoiler legs which can work down to a depth of 30cm. Both the discs and legs have a pivoting design, enabling them to be steered around obstacles in the field, and the legs can be specified with shearbolt protection or auto-reset depending on conditions. It’s also possible to specify the machine with a rear packer, enabling it to be used as a standalone unit.
Simon Richard Ltd – www.simon-richard.co.uk
Another returning company was Simon Richard Ltd. The importer shared a stand with Müthing GmbH, alongside European partner Goweil GmbH. Müthing flail mowers are said to help reduce soil erosion, retain organic matter, and improve structure.
Each model comes as standard with several features, including a patented shark fin shredding bar; a patented Starinth rear roller bearing with multiple adjustment options; and the Vario mulching system. Operators can divert biomass over the rear roller, or underneath depending on the crop and the desired outcome.
Visitors were able to see the MU-L Vario 280, designed for tractors up to 130hp and fitted with the DuraX hammer flails, as well as the larger MU-M 280 Vario for tractors up to 160hp.
More advanced is the MU-Pro 280, for tractors up to 250hp, and featuring a 465mm rotor and a 245mm rear roller. Finally, at the top of the range is the MU-M/F 600 Vario, with a 6m working width and the option of a rear roller and a seeding unit.
SIP – www.sip.si
Grassland specialist SIP brought products from its raking portfolio to Lamma 2025, including the latest generation of Star Robust machines. The Star R 870|26 TC (8.6m working width) and Star R 930|28 TC (9.25m) centre delivery rakes are said to be robust and powerful solutions, completing a range which also includes the 10m double-rotor Star 1000|30 T.
According to the company, the 930|28 TC offers an output of 13ha/hr, with the H-line specification adding Hydro Pneumatic Suspension (HPS) and hydraulic rotor adjustment. It also includes a central swath curtain to ensure uniform swaths.
The Star HG 1250|50 TC has a working width of 12.5m, thanks to its four-rotor design, and can offer outputs up to 18.5ha/hr. There is also the Air Pick-Up range, starting with a front-mounted Air 300 and moving up to the Air 900 Trailed, offering a working width from 7m up to 9m.
Solis – www.solisworld.com
Said to be the largest tractor exporter from India, Solis is hoping to make a substantial push into the UK market with its new Stage V, S-series tractors. Initial models run from 16hp up to 90hp, with the flagship model featuring a four-cylinder power unit, working through a 12×12 synchro gearbox with power shuttle.
At the rear, the hydraulic system provides 65 litres/min to a maximum of three spool valves, while the linkage can lift up to 3,000kg with the option to boost this to 3,500kg. Working down the range, a variety of transmissions are available, including the automatic HST gearbox. More powerful tractors are said to be in development and the company is working with 25 dealers across the UK, with spare parts delivery ensured from the company’s Netherlands facility.
Through the UK dealer network, Solis will also offer the Japanese-built Yanmar tractors, with both brands said to offer competitively priced alternatives for compact tractors.
Tramspread – www.tramspread.co.uk
Slurry specialists Tramspread announced a new 1,400m hose reeler at the event.
To accommodate the larger spools, the main frame of the reeler has been strengthened, with a heavier three-point linkage frame and lower linkage brackets to provide additional lift height. The company states that the new reeler can handle up to 1,400m of 5in piping, or 1,200m of 6in. The heavy-duty twin hydraulic drive system featured on the 1,000m model has been retained. As an option, customers can fit a new light bar above the reel, which encompasses side lights which are linked to the tractor’s lighting rig. A remote control fob can be used to switch between the main beam and the dipped beam.
The bar also serves as a safety device to stop couplings from damaging the tractor if the reel is operated too quickly. This light bar will also be offered on the 1,000m model.
UTV Products – www.utvproducts.co.uk
Several products made their UK debut on the UTV Products stand. The company will showcase many newly redesigned versions of popular lights, including the UTV359 John Deere R Series work lights and the UTV3012. Each product is specifically designed to suit the make and model of machine it is fitted to, and can be easily installed by the dealer, or the customer.
The company also unveiled the UTV3023, which is said to be the first-ever 120W square work light, delivering an impressive 9,600 actual lumens. The UTV3023 has been completely redesigned to offer a more OEM-style appearance for your machine while benefitting from standard features, including zero-radio interference and plug-and-play installation system.
The redesign of the UTV3023 is exclusive to UTV Products, featuring the signature embossed UTV logo and X-shaped heat sink fins. These design elements are not only functional but are sure to make an impact on the way you work at night.
Weaving Machinery – www.weaving-machinery.com
Weaving updated its combination drill, with a new design said to offer greater efficiency for growers in conventional systems. It’s available in working widths of 3m, 4m and 6m, with a key addition being hydraulic depth control, enabling operational adjustments to be made from the cabin.
The hopper has also been enlarged, with electronic metering and a hydraulic fan for a consistent seed rate. Soil engaging components include three rows of auto-reset tines and a double harrow at the rear. The headstock has been redesigned to enable coupling with a range of Weaving or Kuhn power harrows.
The launch rounds out a very successful Lamma for the Worcestershire-based company, which was awarded Gold in the event’s British and Irish Manufacturer of the Year category during the Innovation Awards.
Weighay – www.weighay.com
Sharing a stand with Bale Baron, Weighay has designed a software system for conventional balers which enables operators to set a target weight. One of the drivers for the system is the fact that conventional bales – especially when they are collected with an accumulator – are only handled by the end user, where fluctuations in weight could be an issue.
Integrated into the Isobus system of the tractor, Weighay uses the target weight and a weigh scale on the machine to automatically adjust the bale chamber pressure via a bespoke control valve. This will reportedly compensate for changes in grass quality, temperature and moisture. The in-cab display also provides information on bales produced, flakes per bale (which can be adjusted) and strokes per minute.
A wireless version is also available, ideal for non-ISOBUS tractors or for fitment on an inline bale accumulator.
Wox Agri Services – www.woxagriservices.co.uk
Wox has extended its Greenmaster grassland rejuvenator with a new 6m model, based on the popular 3m version. It can be fitted with a full width levelling board or ripper tines at the front, both of which can be fully adjusted for depth and angle. Following this, two rows of 12mm nonstop tines, spaced at 75cm, rake the pasture and rip out old growth. These have an integrated protection system to minimise the loss of tines.
As standard, pressure compensation ensures good contour following and performance across the full working width. At the rear, a Mediana roller, in either 33cm or 38cm diameter, is fitted for consolidation. The hopper can be either hydraulically or PTO-driven and comes in a choice of two capacities (410 or 640 litres). It’s completed with Isobus functionality as standard and a hydraulic fan.