Farm Machinery Locator Rural Crime Blog Archive

Rural Crime Figures Fall But Machinery Thefts Persist

Posted On: August 18, 2017

The cumulative cost of crimes committed in rural areas of the UK hit £39 million last year, according to the latest figures from NFU Mutual. ...

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Farm Machinery Thefts Result in Rising Insurance Claims

Posted On: May 30, 2017

In March this year the value of insurance claims made by farmers in the UK following the theft of machinery and equipment was twice as high as in previous years, hitting £1 million and raising the question of why more is not being done to tackle this issue. ...

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Kubota RTV Helps Bring Down Rural Crime Rate

Posted On: March 8, 2017

Thames Valley Police have set the trend for tackling rural crime following their adoption of a Kubota RTV-X900 back in 2015. ...

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New Volto Tedders From Claas With Working Widths From 6.6 - 10.8 Metres & HD Power Train

Posted 06/07/2026

Claas is expanding its range of tedders with seven new Volto and Volto T models, positioned below the Volto 1500 – 1300 TS series introduced in 2024. ...

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Vicon Introduces The New Bromex 400 Series Flail Choppers

Posted 30/06/2026

The Vicon Bromex range combines durability, reliability, and ease of use in a practical design that supports efficient day-to-day operation. ...

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Case IH Updates Axial-Flow 160 Series Combine Harvesters For 2027

Posted 29/06/2026

Case IH is updating its 2027 Axial-Flow 160 Series combine harvesters with precision farming upgrades, dual Pro 1200 displays, operator visibility and comfort improvements, and grain-handling enhancements. ...

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Case IH Announces Advanced Technology & Sustainability Baler Updates

Posted 26/06/2026

Case IH recently announced significant updates to its baler range for the 2027 model year to maximise productivity, maintain quality, and limit downtime. ...

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John Deere Enters 6,000-Litre Class With New 560R Self-Propelled Sprayer

Posted 15/06/2026

John Deere has updated its 500R self-propelled sprayer series for model year 2027 with the introduction of the new flagship 560R, which boasts a 6,000-litre spray tank. ...

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John Deere Gives 2027 6M Series Tractors New e19 Powershift Transmission

Posted 12/06/2026

John Deere has introduced key updates to its popular 17-model midsize 6M tractor series for 2027, starting with the new, intelligent e19 transmission available for most 6-cylinder 6M models up to the 6M 250. ...

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Updated John Deere 8R Tractors Improve Efficiency, Comfort & Precision Ag

Posted 10/06/2026

John Deere recently announced the next generation of its 8R, 8RT, and 8RX tractors with updates to improve efficiency, ease of operation, cab comfort, and enhanced precision ag capabilities. ...

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John Deere Refreshes 6R Tractors & Debuts New 665R & 685R Loaders

Posted 09/06/2026

John Deere improved its 6R Large and Xtra Large Frame tractors’ road performance, cabin, and precision farming features for 2027, and introduced the new 665R and 685R front loaders with greater visibility and easier coupling. ...

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JCB High Productivity Arable Machines At The Cereals Event

Posted 09/06/2026

JCB will showcase the new 335hp Fastrac 6300 at Cereals this month – with the tractor starring alongside the company’s most productive materials handling machines for efficient grain, bulk fertiliser and bale handling. ...

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Scot Agri Showcases New JCB Machines At Royal Highland Show

Posted 04/06/2026

The new 335hp, all-wheel steer JCB Fastrac 6300 will take centre stage at this year’s Royal Highland Show. ...

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