Tiger 5 - awards for setting new standards in soil protection
The ROPA Tiger 5 was awarded an innovation medal for soil protection by the Agritechnica new technology commission - for the R-Soil Protect chassis with MICHELIN CerexBib tire technology for soil protection.The advanced chassis system with roll stabilization and slope compensation has already been implemented in the 2-axle ROPA Panther. In the Tiger 5, this concept has been supplemented with a hydraulic chassis suspension for the rear axles, which was further developed and perfected on three drive axles!
R-SOIL PROTECT
Soil-protective hydraulic chassis system with new tire technology
ROPA R-Soil Protect is a soil-protective, hydraulic chassis system with MICHELIN CerexBib tire technology with just 1.4 bar tire inflation pressure for efficient harvesting of root crops. Thanks to networking of all three hydraulically supported axles, wheel load is balanced between all wheels and load peaks on a wheel are consistently excluded. The blend of the hydraulic chassis with the new generation MICHELIN IF1000/55 R32 CerexBib tires offers a larger contact surface with significantly reduced contact pressure.
Hydraulic chassis system - roll stabilization with load compensation
Especially for the Tiger, ROPA has developed an innovative chassis concept with an oscillating front axle in conjunction with 2 hydraulically supported rear axles. Compared to previous chassis of 3-axle beet harvesters (the central axle is fixed to the frame), this reduces the machine's sway by one third! The reason for this is the hydraulic connection of cylinders at the front and rear axles of the one side, so that the ground unevenness at the wheel in level difference affects the frame only to 33 per cent - roll stabilization of the chassis. Thanks to the reduction of the chassis swing, the row and depth control are improved simultaneously, as the frame is averaged to the position of three axles. The hydraulic connection of the axles always distributes the load equally.
Hydraulic chassis system
UP TO 10% SLOPE COMPENSATION
The automatic leveling system using six hydraulic cylinders and sensors is unique among 3-axle beet harvesters. The chassis is kept completely horizontally for up to 10 percent side slope. The center of gravity and thus the load on the wheels on the downhill side of the slope are shifted to the uphill side of the slope
CENTER OF GRAVITY AND SOIL PRESSURE COMPENSATION
The weight and track depth of the wheels on the lower side of the slope is substantially reduced, the infiltration capacity of the soil is retained, thus significantly reducing erosion risk during heavy rain. Slope stability and traction are greatly increased. The risk of tipping over is considerably reduced and driving comfort is increased. Soil-protective sugar beet harvesting also on the side slope without increasing tire pressure!
Automatic slope compensation
Stepless transmission for field and road
Direct power transmission with cardan shafts ensures even traction at all wheels with very high torque
As a unique selling proposition on the market of 3-axle sugar beet harvesters, the Tiger has a direct power transmission via directly linear situated cardan shafts from traction drive to both rear axles and front axle, which is a great advantage for better traction in changing or difficult soil and harvesting conditions. The hydraulic chassis always distributes the load evenly. Thus, lead or lag between the axles are consistently excluded.
Stepless CVR transmission for efficient power transfer
The new stepless traction drive was specifically developed by ROPA, Omsi and Bosch Rexroth for the ROPA Tiger with its high drive power. The "constant variable ROPA" transmission (CVR) consists of three hydraulic motors on a compound gearbox and is located between the engine compartment and the third axle.
CABIN AND OPERATING CONCEPT
The very spacious R-Cab driver's cabin has been significantly upgraded for the model year 2016. The focal point is on the driver, who can enjoy the best overview of the newly developed PR2 lifting unit from physiologically appropriate and comfortable seating position. The easy-care, pleasant and gorgeous interior of the new cabin guarantees the most comfortable operation. Generously dimensioned shelves, storage compartments and plenty of space surround the driver. A cooling box is even integrated under the passenger seat. Extremely powerful fully LED working lights turn night into day.
R-VIEW VIDEO SYSTEM (OPTIONAL)
ROPA unites its new intuitive operating philosophy under the name R-Concept. A large 12.1" touch screen serves as the machine's information and command center. From here the operator monitors the entire machine, receives information about operating conditions and performance data. The system can be operated either with a fingertip on the touch screen or by turning and pressing the "R-Select" and "R-Direct" rotary buttons, which are positioned in the ergonomically perfect position on the newly designed control panel and the handle of the multifunctional joystick. The back part of the machine is displayed on the monitor in the bird's eye view.