The FJD AS2 Steer Ready Autosteering System is a highly versatile autosteering solution that is compatible with both Non-CANBUS and CANBUS tractors. It has recently undergone extensive testing on various tractor models in different countries. The testing process evaluated the system's performance, accuracy, and compatibility with different tractor makes and models. Here are some quick takeaways from the testing results:
1. Kubota M7-173 Premium in UK
- Tractor Specs:
- Model: Kubota M7-173 Premium
- Type: Electro-hydraulic steering system
- Horsepower: 170 HP
- CANBUS Communication: Yes
- Installation:
- Setup Type: Plug-and-play
- Performance:
- Pass-to-pass accuracy: 2cm (RTK correction enabled).
- Guidance lines: Going 100% straight lines without deviation.
- Key Takeaway: Flawless integration with electro-hydraulic systems & zero lag in steering response.
2. Fendt 930 Vario in Netherlands
- Tractor Specs:
- Model: Fendt 930 Vario (Max)
- Type: Hydraulic steering
- Horsepower: 305 hp
- CANBUS Communication: No (Non-CANBUS)
- Installation:
- Required components: GNSS antenna, control box, pressure sensor, wiring harness (calibration with Trimble LS valve)
- Performance:
- Quick setup: Reduce troublesome wiring and finish installation in just 2 hours.
- Manual/Auto Switch: Seamlessly switch between manual steering and autopilot.
- Key Takeaway: Work perfectly with steer-ready tractors that communicate over the non-CANBUS protocol.
3. Kubota M7 Series in Spain
- Tractor Specs:
- Model: Kubota M7 (mid-range variant)
- Type: Mechanical-hydraulic steering
- Horsepower: 150–165 HP (estimated)
- CANBUS Communication: Yes
- Installation:
- Setup Type: Plug-and-play
- Performance:
- Positioning accuracy: 2.5cm (RTK enabled).
- Field efficiency: Reduce driving fatigue through auto-steering mode.
- Key Takeaway: Reliable autosteering performance in various terrains.
4. John Deere 6145 in France
- Tractor Specs:
- Model: John Deere 6145
- Type: Standard 21-GPM pressure-compensated hydraulics
- Horsepower: 145 HP
- CANBUS Communication: No (Non-CANBUS)
- Installation:
- Required components: GNSS antenna, control box, pressure sensor, wiring harness.
- Performance:
- No steering wheel replacement: Keeping the premium steering wheel of the John Deere tractor for an excellent driving experience.
- Seamless steering: Automatic U-turn at the end of the row.
- Key Takeaway: Work perfectly with John Deere's mid-/high-end tractors!
5. New Holland T7.270 in Bulgaria
- Tractor Specs:
- Model: New Holland T7.270
- Type: Advanced hydraulic steering
- Horsepower: 270 HP
- CANBUS Communication: Yes
- Installation:
- Setup mode: Plug-and-play
- Performance:
- Ease of use: Intuitive in-cab interface without the learning curve.
- Autosteering: One-click switch to autosteering mode.
- Key Takeaway: Quick setup, simple UI operation, and happy farmer!
6. FendtONE in Belgium
- Tractor Specs:
- Model: FendtONE Vario
- Type: Fully electric steering system
- Horsepower: 285 HP (for 728 Vario)
- CANBUS Communication: Yes (Proprietary Fendt CAN FD "Flexible Data-rate")
- Installation:
- Adaption: 3-daycommunication on successful deployment for Fendt's CANBUS architecture
- Performance:
- Steering smoothness: 100% auto-driving smoothness on the flat terrain.
- Easy of use: Seamless operation with FendtONE's versatile joystick
- Key Takeaway: Extended calibration period needed for proprietary electric steering systems.
7. Fendt 828 Vario in South Korea
- Tractor Specs:
- Model: Fendt 828 Vario
- Type: Hydraulic-mechanical hybrid steering
- Horsepower: 287 HP
- CANBUS Interface: Yes
- Installation:
- Setup mode: Plug-and-play
- Performance:
- Autoteering stability: Steering automatically and stably on the sandy land.
- Feature functioning:100% success rate in testing every feature
- Key Takeaway: Ideal for high-horsepower Asian market tractors & minimal setup time.
Conclusion
For Non-CANBUS tractors, the installation requires only the setup of a GNSS antenna, control box, pressure sensor, and wiring harness. Once these components are installed and connected, the system can be activated and ready for use. As to CANBUS tractors, the AS2 system is even more convenient, offering a plug-and-play setup to simplify the installation process and reduce the effort required for setup.The FJD AS2 Steer Ready Autosteering System demonstrates robust cross-brand compatibility with both electric and hydraulic tractors. It shows great performance on pass-to-pass accuracy, automatic U-turn, UI operation, terrain adaptation, and more! For interest in the FJD AS2, claim a no-purchase-obligation quote and we'll reach out to you for a free consultation: Free Quote