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  1. Renze

    news New Zetor importer for Denmark and Norway!

    Finally some good news for Zetor: Danatek, Zetor dealer since 2023, has now become importer for Denmark and Norway. HC Pedersen, also a Danish company, represented Zetor for decades, yet because Zetor could not offer a full portfolio in key market segments, has taken on Deutz about a decade...
  2. Renze

    news Ursus assets purchased by Ukrainian group, plans to restart production

    After two failed auctions, the price was reduced by 40% when a Kiyv businessman bought all Ursus assets. Intention is to continue production with all employees remaining...
  3. Renze

    news Update: Zetor UK bankrupt, succeeded by AxisPlus Ltd

    Zetors UK subsidiary is declared bankrupt on 15th of August. I was under the impression that only the Anglosaxon countries (UK, US) still sold quite some tractors in the West, but apparently not enough to keep Zetor UK afloat... Update 04-10-2024 While this is being sorted out, dealer LW...
    • Renze
    • Thread
    • zetor tractors a.s.
    • Replies: 19
    • Forum: Zetor News
  4. Zetor Proxima 85 wont reverse

    question Zetor Proxima 85 wont reverse

    I was asked if i could help with a problem: A local farm has a 2008 Proxima Power 85 which has an intermittent failure: It sometimes wont shift into reverse. The farmer switched the plugs in the F-N-R lever and then it reverses. They took it to the Dutch importer who replaced an oil pressure...
  5. Let's talk about Zetor prototypes and pre series models...

    question Let's talk about Zetor prototypes and pre series models...

    No, i am not talking about UR1 Super but JRL Proxima: there was mention of a three cylinder 3.1 liter UR3 engine as base model, in the first brochures. Konedata.net even mentions them, although they were never advertised nor built and only existed in early brochures printed before the Proxima...
  6. The Zetor Crystal, a milestone in Irish agriculture

    The Zetor Crystal, a milestone in Irish agriculture

    https://www.agriland.ie/farming-news/the-zetor-crystal-tractor-a-milestone-in-irish-agriculture
  7. Renze

    news Update: HCP looses Deutz Fahr per 2025- HCP Norge admits Zetor has no priority

    HCP Norge, the Zetor importer of Norway, which has taken on Deutz Fahr and is pushing them over Zetor to their dealers, has finally spoken straight out what they have been doing for 10 years: They will no longer prioritize Zetor...
  8. Renze

    news NEW: Denial from Zetor! Zetor sells real estate, rents it back, production moves to India or not?

    Zetor has sold the factory to a real estate company, rents it back on a 25 year contract. Production of engines and transmissions will move to India. Yes, youve read that right: i saw such news last month, but i didnt share it untill i saw it again. This can mean two things: A. Zetor will...
  9. Renze

    news NEW Zetor 6170 "Series 6" (former Forterra/Crystal) 130-171 hp

    On Zeme Zivitelka fair, Ceske Budejovice, CZ, Zetor has announced to introduce a new tractor model with 120-171hp. Zetor North America says it is the new Forterra, available from third quarter of 2024. What is clear is that it has a completely new cab, but we will follow what details will be...
    • Renze
    • Thread
    • cab forterra news
    • Replies: 113
    • Forum: Zetor News
  10. Converting a Zetor / ZTS UR2 Crystal to orbitrol steering

    info Converting a Zetor / ZTS UR2 Crystal to orbitrol steering

    Last year i converted my mates Ursus C-385A (same as Zetor 8045) to orbitrol steering with a kit from Hydrauliktop Slovakia The steering box going sour is a known issue with the Crystal. This tractor was bought brand new in 1982 and has served the farm up till 1993 as prime tractor, and then...
  11. Converting a Ursus C 385 to orbitrol steering

    info Converting a Ursus C 385 to orbitrol steering

    Last year i converted my mates Ursus C-385A (same as Zetor 8045) to orbitrol steering with a kit from Hydrauliktop Slovakia The steering box going sour is a known issue with the Crystal. This tractor was bought brand new in 1982 and has served the farm up till 1993 as prime tractor, and then...
  12. Cross reference list Zetor model - rebadged model

    Cross reference list Zetor model - rebadged model

    Agrale (Brazil) 5050 similar to Zetor 5213 5070 5075 Agripower: (USA) 5000 5011 7000 7211/7245 Agro-Zet 7340 920 Agtor (Australia) 2511, 3511, 4511 5911 7340 8245, 9245, 11245, 12245, 16245 9540 Ant (Russia) 50 HP Prototype from Zetor Proxima Forterra CL...
  13. Zetor Major 75E in Vietnam with UR1 engine ?

    question Zetor Major 75E in Vietnam with UR1 engine ?

    Are they testing a revised 7211 engine with 3.6 liter and 76hp with turbo ? I thought they would build a three cylinder in this power bracket, but a 5211 engine of 40 and 50hp, and 4 cylinder of 58-76hp would work too...
  14. Semi-powershift vs CVT

    info Semi-powershift vs CVT

    Valtra scored highest in a recent test of powershift tractors of around 210hp with their Versu automated 5 stage powershift. This test was done with powershift models because depending on country, 20 to 80% of tractors in this power bracket are sold with powershift, and per manufacturer, the...
  15. Renze

    solved Forum messed up by Russian spammers

    As you might have noticed, Russian spammers flooded the forum lately. By removing 7 !! pages of spam topics i accidentally removed an image file, which threw the time order of all posts in a mess. You can use the Google search feature to find your old posts, they will reappear on top. I hope i...
  16. Renze

    news Proxima 2018 line up...

    Only one classic model: Proxima 100 CL. And Proxima HS 100-110-120: Its in line with Deeres 6MC (compact 100-120hp models) The Proxima Plus is discontinued (it was as expensive as a Proxima Power and everybody chose a Power for the few Euros extra) The trend, due to the cost price difference...
  17. Renze

    news Upgraded Zetor Crystal 150 and 170 next week

    https://www.zetor.com/crystal-is-back-ready-for-work Zetor announces the updated Crystal 150 and 170 to be seen next week on a Czech exhibition. It will have the eco 40 transmission earlier introduced on the HSX as well as the new dashboard. Rumors say that it will have the Forterra HD side...
  18. Renze

    news Zetor engineering shows armoured personnel carrier

    ...so this is where Zetor applied al its smart guys and financial resources the past few years... They show more vision by this move (ZTS Martin is bankrupt now, but also produced a "Gator" APC. And the demand for vehicles that can patrol in IED ridden Middle East conflict areas without being...
  19. Renze

    news Crystal HD this autumn

    On Agriland.ie theres word about a Crystal HD coming this autumn. Will this be the answer to MF Dynashift, new Holland rangecommand and Deeres DirectDrive, the thing needed to keep dealers aboard ...
  20. Renze

    news Upgrades on Proxima and Forterra, but what about Crystal ?

    New Forterra on Techagro: The warmer shade of red, but luckily not the Pininfarina plastic look on the new Forterra !?! Now standard: power hydraulic brakes on HSX and smaller, air brakes on HD and Crystal. Overdrive transmission (40kmh at 1850rpm) on HSX and HD. Front axle suspension optional...
  21. Renze

    news Zetor global, Indian partner

    Zetor introduced the Zetor global range last year, for the non-regulated markets of Africa and Asia. I had an hour to spend, so i went googling: Zetor Global 1045 - 1075 range: https://docs.wixstatic.com/ugd/48b31f_f388409b81ff4096a415a0979bccd601.pdf https://www.zetor.in/zetor-global-range...
  22. Tool trac with Tatra chassis

    Tool trac with Tatra chassis

    This Austrian manufacturer will produce this prototype toolcarrier from 2020 onwards. It is based on the Tatra truck chassis with independent suspension, has a hydrostatic driveline and all wheel steer. https://www.youtube.com/embed/P-CGLN7S46c
  23. Renze

    news Prototype 150 on Agritechnica

    Not many people have noticed, but there was something interesting on Zetors Agritechnica stand: a Forterra 150 with a 50kmh (40kmh eco) transmission. In the cab, you can see that the 5 speed gearshift pattern is different, its like a car: that means it also has an overdrive, like a car. If...
  24. Renze

    news Zetor signs 6000 tractor deal with Russia

    https://www.zetor.com/news/detail/99 Zetor signed a contract with Kemp of Russia, to supply 6000 assembly kits for Russian assembly, of the Forterra 135, between 2018 to 2022. 1500 Forterras a year will mean doubling the production of the Forterra range. This is a big thing for Zetor: increase...
  25. Renze

    news Zetor Utilix 45 and 55, Hortus 65 on Agritechnica

    http://www.agroportal24h.cz/novinky/1235 Zetor will introduce four new models on Agritechnica: the Utilix range of 43 and 49hp (models 45 and 55) will have a hydrostatic gearbox with 3 ranges (if the word hydrostatic is translated correct) which will be very welcome in the USA where they are...
  26. Renze

    news Zetor new models...

    Zetor North America announced that Zetor is working on a new 45-80hp model line. We already knew this because they wrote it in their annual report, and we saw the "prototype 50" tractor on the Agritechnica. It will sit below the Major and have even smaller tires: So this will be, what America...
  27. Some Zetor gearbox ideas..

    info Some Zetor gearbox ideas..

    I have been thinking: I have been a firm believer of DSG technology because it needs only dual clutches (and two directional clutches) that cause drag loss, instead of 11 for an 18 speed full powershift. However, VW DSG transmissions dont quite have a good name after doing 200.000km... When...
  28. Renze

    news Zetor common rail bench test

    http://www.iae.fme.vutbr.cz/userfiles/uadi/files/2016_ZETOR-FV_motor_P2.pdf
  29. Renze

    news HMT tractor plant closing

    http://m.timesofindia.com/city/chandigarh/HMTs-tractor-unit-may-close-down/articleshow/50377217.cms This may explain why Zetor has opened a branch in India last year: even when they dont sell new tractors, there will be a huge potential for parts sale for those thousands of Zetor designs...
  30. Zetor engine displacement increase studies

    info Zetor engine displacement increase studies

    I am a fan of inline 5 cylinder engines, because they run so good in my Volvo (Volkswagen 2.5 TDI) and many other automotive applications like the legendary Audi Quattro, or the Mercedes diesels. I have expressed my preference for an inline five, over the 170hp four cylinder models sold by...
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