Lubricant Pakelo: conciliatory balancing acts

An engine’s reliability depends largely on the quality of the lubricant working within it, particularly the viscosity level that develops when the unit operates for extended periods at full throttle and full load. However, viscosity also affects fuel consumption, so it’s essential to find the right balance between protecting the mechanics and reducing energy consumption The primary function of a lubricant within an engine is to separate the surfaces of interconnected mechanical components. Two examples of this are the pistons sliding within the cylinders and the bearings supporting the crankshafts,…

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Fpt Industrial: power you trust

The claim launched by Fpt Industrial at Agritechnica sums up the brand’s increasingly strong presence in agricultural mechanization. This is a result supported by an engine range that covers all sector requirements and is complemented by new and exclusive technological solutions “Power you trust” is the slogan under which FPT Industrial appeared at Agritechnica, showcasing products and technologies designed to meet the needs of end users. A successful design philosophy, as clearly confirmed by the Turin-based company’s current leadership position in the sector. In Europe, FPT Industrial powers one tractor…

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Agco Core 80 and new battery concept: the innovation by Agco Power

Agco Core 80

In Hanover, Agco Power presented a mix of solutions aimed at supporting the energy transition in the agricultural sector. Alongside the new Agco Core 80 diesel unit, the company introduced an innovative 150-kilowatt-hour battery concept, a new software tool for calculating carbon dioxide emissions, and relaunched its remanufacturing services. Agco Power appeared at Agritechnica with a broad range of solutions designed to meet the propulsion needs of the immediate present while anticipating the steps of the near future in a context of energy transition. A present in which, much to…

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When mechanics becomes art with Fpt

meccanica diventa arte

From the orthogonal views of some of the Fpt Industrial propulsion units, the Italian artists Van Orton have made a small revolution There’s something profoundly poetic about the gesture that transforms the forms of an engine into a work of art. Starting with orthogonal views of some of FPT Industrial’s propulsion units, the Italian artists Van Orton have accomplished a small revolution by extracting from the functional essence of mechanical assemblies a purely aesthetic component linked to the forms, remodeled in a play of multifaceted colors. Each section of the…

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Engines Horse: off-road debut

The Spanish engine manufacturer Horse made its debut at Agritechnica with its range of gasoline and diesel engines, also available in hybridized versions and always based on Renault mechanical platforms. The company aims to position itself as a new player in the agro-industrial sectors, offering rational and compact power units. Founded in 2024 as a spin-off of Renault Group and following a joint venture with the Chinese group Geely, Horse has entered the global scene as a new producer of powertrains for the industrial and agricultural mechanization segments, offering Otto-cycle…

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Volvo Penta D16: engine suitable for agricultural and industrial applications

Volvo Penta D16

Volvo Penta’s participation at Agritechnica 2025 placed its range of power units dedicated to off-road applications at the centre of the display Volvo Penta D16 Representing this offering was the “D16 Stage V”, a 16-litre inline six presented as the ultimate expression of the company’s heavy-duty platform, with power outputs reaching 796 horsepower at 1,900 rpm and peak torque of 3,650 newton metres available at 1,900 rpm. These performance figures are achieved through thermodynamic processes specifically optimised for agricultural and industrial applications. The engine is built around a cast-iron block…

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Agco Power 44Md: a tractor-sized engine

Agco Power 44Md

The Agco Power 44MD ranks fifth among the most widely used engines on low- and mid-power traditional tractors It powers Massey Ferguson and Valtra tractors, capturing a 6.5% share. Together with the three-cylinder 33MD, 49 LFTN-D5, and Core75 engines, Agco Power reaches a total market share of 13.5%, only one percentage point below JD Power Systems. Before the launch of the latest “Core” series, the 44MD represented the most advanced evolution of Finnish engine engineering, ensuring robustness, reliability, and strong performance in medium- and heavy-duty agricultural and industrial applications. This…

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Honda Bf 115 marine engine: a four-cylinder for sea lovers

honda bf 115

The Honda “BF 115” four-cylinder is part of a family of three engines built on a displacement of 2,354 cubic centimeters and delivering 115, 135, and 150 horsepower. The cylinders use a long-stroke configuration, with bore and stroke measuring 87 and 99 millimeters respectively, and they breathe through DOHC valvetrains with four valves per cylinder. On the “150” model, however, the valvetrain also incorporates the “VTEC” variable valve timing system, making the BF 150 mechanically quite different from both the BF 115 and the BF 135. The latter, in turn,…

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Eicma 2025, the two-wheeled show returns

eicma 2025

Rho Fiera Milano returns to being the world capital of two-wheeled vehicles with Eicma, an international exhibition boasting over a century of history. A hub for companies and industry professionals, it also attracts thousands of enthusiasts each year, reaching an increasingly diverse audience The motorcycle and bicycle industry exhibition, located at Rho Fiera, will be open to the public from November 6th to 9th. Since its first edition in 1914, EICMA has established itself as one of the most visited events in the world in terms of exhibitors, visitors, professionals,…

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Engines Liebherr: hydrogen and modularity

Liebherr idrogeno

Alongside its range of diesel engines, Liebherr is shining the spotlight at Bauma 2025 on alternative fuels by showcasing a working hydrogen unit and a modular injection system capable of accommodating a wide range of alternative fuels In the context of the energy transition applied to propulsion systems for industrial machinery, Liebherr is presenting two solutions at Bauma 2025 that, though different in nature, converge towards a common goal: drastically reducing environmental impact without compromising the reliability, durability, and performance required for off-highway applications. On one hand, the new “H9X6”…

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