New HollandSelf-Propelled Forage HarvestersFX28 FX38 FX58

More power, capacity and convenience

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FX self-propelled forage harvestersfrom New Holland are the most power-ful, highest-capacity chopping machineswe’ve ever built.

Up to 525 horses strongThe FX58 is equipped with a

turbocharged, intercooled 525-horse-power Caterpillar diesel that deliversunmatched cutting power to harvest

crops faster than ever before. The FX38, equipped with a New Hollandsix-cylinder, turbocharged diesel, pro-duces 414 horsepower while the FX28puts 346 horsepower to work.

High-capacity cutterheadWith new beveled and reversible

knives, the extra-wide 30-inch FX cut-terhead is built for one thing: efficient,

high-capacity chopping. There’s simplyno better cutterhead... and sharpeninghas never been easier. New Holland’sAccucut™ knife-sharpening and shearbar-setting system not only improves choplength and quality by providing auto-matic in-field sharpening and adjustment,it also maximizes horsepower efficiency.

Harvest your crops faster than ever with FX self-propelled forage harvesters

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New Holland FX forage harvesters provide all thepower you need for high-capacity chopping.

Productivity is built inFX harvesters are designed with

many important productivity-boostingfeatures like Metalert III® metal detec-tion, optional 4WD, a spout that’s eveneasier to position and maneuver, andthree windrow pickup headers.

Add the optional CropPro™ Plus cropprocessor to produce better silage. Formaximum convenience and efficiency, it can be engaged with the push of a

button from inside the cab. Speaking ofcabs, they’re absolutely best-in-class —from their air-ride seat to lots of glare-free glass.

With a powerful FX self-propelledforage harvester, you’ll work faster, better and in more comfort than withany other harvester.

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One word describes this cutterhead: Massive

The 30-inch cutterhead features beveled, reversible knives for long-lasting performanceMeasuring 30-inches wide and weigh-

ing 750 lb., the rugged FX cutterhead isbuilt to cut more crop and chop it moreefficiently. In fact, everythingabout the cutterhead isdesigned for top produc-tion and durability.

The cutterhead featuresbeveled, reversible knivesthat span the full width ofthe cutterhead. These double-sided knives offer the best knife-to-shear-bar angle and maximize efficiency in corn,providing a consistently cleaner cut with

less power. The FX58 is available witheight knives and the FX28 and FX38 comewith 12 knives. For enhanced durability,the cutterhead drive features a water-

cooled gearbox.FX harvesters also operate

at higher feedroll andground speeds to maximizeyour production.

Better crop flowThe FX crop flow system features a

short, direct path from the wide throatopening through the feedrolls. Thisdesign allows direct crop transfer at

continuous speeds, reducing frictionand fuel consumption.

The reinforced blower features adeep-drawn blower cone and four fixed paddles to boost strength and crop flow.Powerful paddles direct the crop intothe spout, which rotates a full 210degrees—great for topping off trucksand wagons. The blower features astandard speed of 668 rpm. An optionaltwo-speed blower kit is available toobtain a blower speed of 760 rpm forthose hard-to-move crops.

FX harvesters are also equipped witha two-speed electric-over-hydraulic-con-trolled spout that’s designed for years oftrouble-free service. It’s easy to operateand control by using the multi-functionlever inside the cab.

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CropPro™ Plus productivityWhen it comes to producing bet-

ter silage for cattle rumen, theoptional CropPro™ Plus processordelivers the ultimate in push-buttonconvenience, performance and productivity. This innovative cropprocessor can be opened up to 7 inches wide, allowing crop to passthrough without being processed,and then closed back down to theprocessing position ... right from thecab with the simple touch of a but-ton. This allows you to move fromcorn silage to haylage to winter for-age —and back again — in seconds.

CropPro Plus shears cobs andstems while also cracking andcrushing kernels. The result is betterfermentation and more effectivefiber. And because the CropPro Plusis mounted close to the cutterheadand blower (the closest in the industry), it greatly reduces thechance of plugging. Another uniqueCropPro Plus feature: only the toproll is belt driven. The bottom roll is hydraulically driven. This elimi-nates the backwrap that’s commonon competitive units and improvesoverall processor performance andproductivity.

The optional CropPro™ Plus crop processor can beopened — allowing crop to pass through without beingprocessed — or closed down to the processing position,with the touch of a button.

The double spout flipper lets you direct crop into low, covered wagons and trucks or anywhere you want it.Maximum discharge height of the spout is more than 16 ft.

The location and positioning of the four-paddle blowermeans excellent performance and smooth crop flow inall crop conditions.

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Enjoy fast in-field sharpening and adjustment

Accucut™ system improves chopping quality and maximizes cutting capacityFrom the comfort of the cab, you can

control knife sharpening and shearbarsettings for optimum chopping qualityand cutting capacity.

Fully automated, the Accucut™ systemsharpens knives by running the cutter-head in reverse. It works so quickly, youcan sharpen knives frequently to increasechopping efficiency.

When you switch on the Accucutsystem, an improved, three-inch diametersharpening stone passes over the lengthof the knives, producing an evenlyground cutterhead. A built-in timingdevice on the control panel lets youselect the sharpening time. An automaticshut-off device stops the process.

For precise shearbar clearance, electricmotors on each side move the shearbarto the correct setting. A special solenoidand knock sensor systematically checkproper shearbar clearance and settingfunctions. Special shearbars improve performance in grass and corn.

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This chart illustrates the benefits of the exclusive New HollandAccucut™ system:

1. When chopping with sharp knives and a 0.01 mm knife-to-shearbar clearance (A), the available horsepower can be convert-ed into optimum chopping efficiency, both in terms of cropquantity and quality.

2. When operating with the often encountered combination ofsharpened knives but excessive knife-to-shearbar clearance (B),it requires twice as much power to achieve the same crop volume, and chop length quality will deteriorate.

3. In the case of blunt knives and excessive knife-to-shearbarclearance (C), the power requirement triples and chop lengthquality becomes unacceptable.

Sharpen knives often, automatically... ... and precisely adjust shearbar clearance for optimum chopping efficiency.

Sharp knives and propershearbar settings produce a uniform chop length.

blunt

sharp

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B

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0.01" 0.02" 0.03"

Clearance between knives and shearbar (mm)

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300

200

100

Energy required to chop

An electronic control panel monitors all sharpening and shearbar setting functions.

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Smooth crop flow meanspeak productivity

FX harvesters feature the widest feed opening in theindustry for maximum crop intake

Smooth, high-volume crop flow is an FX advantage. Four wide feedrollsmove the crop directly from the pickupto the cutterhead. Together, the widethroat opening, cutterhead and feedrollsmaximize crop harvesting. The FX systemoptimizes power, virtually eliminatesfeedroll blockage and delivers a precise,uniform chop.

Chopped material is fed directly intothe large, four-paddle blower, which ispositioned to enhance the smooth cropflow into the spout.

The upper feedrolls automaticallyadjust to the volume of the incomingcrop. The chopper body pivots aroundthe center shaft of the cutterhead tomaintain consistency between attach-ment and feedrolls.

To keep pace with high-capacitydemand, a heavy-duty Length of Cut(LOC) gearbox features a reinforcedgearbox driveshaft for greater durability.For convenience, you can select fromfour cut lengths. (See chart below.)

Top-capacity windrow pickup headsThree windrow pickup heads are

available to take advantage of FX chop-ping speed and capacity. Pickup widthsare 9’(2.7 m) on the 345W, 11’ 3 ” (3.4 m)on the 355W, and 15’ (4.57 m) on the 365W.

Large feed openings mean high-capacity chopping.

High-volume windrow pickup heads include the 365W, which provides a working width of 15 feet. Lateral flotation is standard on all windrow pickup heads. Chop length is easily changed right at the length-of-

cut gearbox.

Available cut lengthsLOC FX28 FX38 FX58gear 12-knife 12-knife 8-knife

L1 3⁄16” (4.9 mm) 5⁄32” (3.7 mm) 7⁄32” (5.2 mm)L2 5⁄16” (8.2 mm) 1⁄4” (6.2 mm) 5⁄16” (8.6 mm)H1 15⁄32” (11.8 mm) 11⁄32” (9 mm) 1⁄2” (12.5 mm)H2 25⁄32” (19.7 mm) 19⁄32” (15 mm) 13⁄16” (20.8 mm)

All with standard knife configuration.High-speed blower adds 10% to each length of chop.Knives can be removed for longer length of chop.

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Row-independent headersRow-independent corn headers offermaximum versatility at harvest timeand boost your productivity in smallfields:

• Harvest corn independent of rowdirection and spacing and move from one field to another withoutchanging headers

• Narrow transport width — less than 10 feet — makes it easy to gofrom field to field

• Choose two working widths — 14’9” or 19’8”. The RI450 and RI600 headers fit all New Holland self-propelled forage harvesters.

Windrow headersEach pickup features:

• Quick-attach PTO

• Open-end design for easy pick up of wide or wind-blown windrows

• Automatic ground-hugging flotation that allows the header to follow field contours without operator assistance

• Extra-rugged gauge wheels

• Closely spaced, rubber pickup tinesthat flex to gather all the crop

• 22-inch diameter floating auger with 20 retractable fingers that provideeven crop flow into the feedrolls for high-quality chopping

Corn headersNew Holland 360N 4-, 5- and 6-rowheaders are also available with featuresthat include:

• Floating points with adjustableskid shoes that eliminate bulldozing and maximize intake of cornstalks, even in lodged crop conditions

• Spring-loaded discs that cut corn to the soil without dragging theground

• Gathering chains that work awayfrom the mud

• Aggressive auger that delivers a smooth flow of material

Metalert III® metal detectorMetalert III® protects the cutterhead by stopping the harvester’s feedrolls and attachment drive the moment a piece of ferrous metal enters the feedrolls. Both front feedrolls

are made from stainless steel. A magnet and sensor are housed inside the lower feedroll. The magnet emits a constant magnetic field between the two front feedrolls. When metal enters the feedrolls, it sends a signal to a solenoid located on the reversing gearbox output drive. The solenoid releases a spring pawl into the ratchet wheel,

stopping the feedrolls. At the same time, it shuts off power to an electric clutch on the reversing gearbox, which shifts to neutral and stops power to the feedroll drive.

If a blockage occurs, the optional power reverse system clears crop from feedrolls and pickup. It then automaticallyrepositions the retractable fingers in the pickup auger for a positive grip while holding the windguard in a raisedposition.

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All the power you could ask for,and more

A 525-hp diesel redefines performance in harvestingYou’ll enjoy exceptional power and

performance from FX self-propelled forage harvesters. The engines aredesigned to deliver the best power-to-capacity performance while maximizingfuel efficiency. And all are turbochargedand intercooled.

The FX58 is powered by a Caterpillar six-cylinder diesel that produces 525 hp. The six-cylinderNew Holland diesels on the FX38 andFX28 produce 414 hp and 346 hp, respectively.

The FX58 features an electronically

controlled governor that provides fasterresponse and better torque backup with-out losing engine rpm. So, in the toughestterrain or heaviest crops, you won’t missa beat. FX harvesters are also availablewith a new, electronically controlled rotaryair screen brush. It clears away debris tokeep air flowing through the screens tothe radiator. The engine stays cooler andthe harvester performs at peak capacity.

Faster top speedDrivelines are designed to

deliver more efficiency.

Hydrostatic ground drive provides theprecise control, flexibility and maneuver-ability needed for harvesting operations.Speed is infinitely variable from 0 to 22mph — a faster top speed than competi-tive harvesters.

An efficient hydrostatic pump is drivendirectly off the engine. Oil flows from

the pump to a hydrostaticmotor mounted on the

four-range traction gearbox, which

provides three

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Optional mechanical 4WD improves traction andmaneuverability. You engage and disengage it fromthe cab.

One short multi-band belt transmits power to the cutterhead driveshaft. All other drives are either PTOdrivelines or gearboxes for optimum power efficiency.

Caliper disc brakes provide exceptional braking per-formance. Heavy-duty final drives are engineeredfor rough terrain and to withstand heavy shockloads.

A 210-gallon fuel tank on all harvesters lets you work all day without refueling.

working ranges and one range for roadtransport. To change speed within arange using the multi-function lever, justmove the lever from full speed to stop, orshift from forward to reverse in any ofthe four ranges.

Power passes through two high-speedshafts to final-reduction gearboxes, reduc-ing torque load on the transmission.

In muddy or slippery conditions or onslopes, the standard differential lockincreases traction. With 22.5 inches of

ground clearance, you’ll get through themost difficult harvesting conditions.

Reliable electronicsA state-of-the-art control system trans-

mits information through the ControllerArea Network (CAN). Data is transmit-ted between the cab and control box, andis available at all times. Safety warningsand diagnostic feedback appear on theInfoView monitor inside the cab.

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Exceptional on-the-job comfort

These cabs are full-featured for ultimate comfort and control, right down to the heated mirrors

Get ready to work in one of the mostcomfortable cabs you’ll find anywhere.

The roomy cab features an air-ridesuspension seat that provides firm sup-port and multi-position comfort. There’seven a fold-down buddy seat. The steeringcolumn adjusts to the most comfortableheight and tilt levels. Heating and airconditioning are standard.

For additional riding comfort, theentire cab is iso-mounted to dampenvibration.

A glare-free viewWith tinted glass and an expansive,

full-view design, the FX cab windshield

gives you outstanding visibility. The cabfloor in front of the steering columnslopes down for a perfect view of incom-ing crop. Electrically controlled, heatedmirrors increase your viewing area, whilethe heated rear window is helpful ondamp mornings.

You’re in controlNew Holland offers a new, simplified

way to operate your FX. Amulti-functionlever puts all the controls at your finger-tips. Two-speed spout rotation, doublespout deflector, attachment lift and lower,forward/reverse feedroll gearbox, auxil-iary hydraulic valves and emergency

stop are all grouped together. The selector panel lets you choose

transport mode, stubble height and auto-matic compensation. All controls for theAccucut™ system are neatly grouped onone control panel.

Electro-hydraulic remote controlsengage the cutterhead and blower, aswell as the optional four-wheel drive.The operator also has right-hand controlover the field function switch, metaldetector, work lights, shearbar/sharpeningengagement, cutterhead reverse driveand optional crop processor roll distancesetting.

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An InfoView monitor is your primary source of information. It provides constant

feedback to the operator on ground speed, cutterhead and engine rpm, metal detection and

crop processing. A self-diagnostic system is built in, and error messages are displayed

in levels of importance. A service mode alerts the operator when service is needed.

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Servicing is easy

New Holland FX harvesters can betaken apart by component, or opened upat critical spots to provide complete accessfor servicing. Wherever possible, greasepoints are banked together to cut down-time. An optional central lubricationsystem is available.

FX harvesters feature built-in serviceability

Bottom section of the chopper body can be folded open foraccess to blower and crop processor. The blower can beremoved as a component for servicing and for maximumaccess to all drivelines and gearboxes.

FX engines are positioned for easy servicing. Large,hinged shields, supported by gas struts, allow easyaccess to the engines from all sides.

The entire chopper body can be easily removed foraccess to the blower and crop processor. For periodicoverhauls, the entire feedroll and cutterhead assemblycan be removed using a tractor three-point hitch. Or,use the convenient, hydraulically powered stationarystand for field work.

Top feedrolls can be removed in the field, providing accessto the cutterhead, shearbar and lower feedrolls. Just leavethem assembled to the attachment and back the base unitaway. All feedroll and crop processor bearings are placedoutside the frame for convenient servicing.

.......................................................................... FX28 ................................. FX38.................................FX58EngineType..................................................................New Holland 6-cylinder..................New Holland 6-cylinder ................Caterpillar 6-cylinder

turbocharged, intercooled..............turbocharged, intercooled ............turbocharged, intercooledDisplacement...................................................13.8L ...............................................13.8L ............................................ 14.6LRPM.................................................................1800 ................................................1800 ..............................................1875Power-hp (kW)................................................346 (258) ........................................414 (309) ......................................525 (391)Rotary dust screen ...................................................................................................Standard........................................................................................Fuel Tank-gal. (L)......................................................................................................210 (790) ......................................................................................Torque backup.................................................25%.................................................25%...............................................30%

FeedingNumber of feedrolls..................................................................................................4.....................................................................................................Maximum feedroll opening-in2 (cm2) ......................................................................285 (1840) ....................................................................................Number of speeds....................................................................................................4.....................................................................................................Reversing ..................................................................................................................Electromagnetic clutch.................................................................Metal detection system ............................................................................................Metalert® III ...................................................................................

CutterheadWidth-in (cm) ...........................................................................................................30 (76)...........................................................................................Diameter-in (cm) ......................................................................................................24 (61)...........................................................................................Weight-lbs (kg).........................................................................................................750 (340) ......................................................................................Number of knives............................................12 ....................................................12...................................................8RPM ................................................................867 ..................................................1141 ..............................................1229Cuts/min...........................................................13,692.............................................13,692 ...........................................9,832Sharpening system...................................................................................................Accucut™ system...........................Minimum chop length.....................................3⁄16”(4.9 mm)....................................5⁄32” (3.7 mm).................................7⁄32” (5.2 mm)Maximum chop length....................................25⁄32”(19.7 mm).................................19⁄32”(15 mm)..................................13⁄16”(20.8 mm)

(With standard knife configuration. Add 10% increase in chop length with a high-speed blower.)Crop ProcessorWeight-lbs (kg).........................................................................................................954 (433) ......................................................................................Roll width-in (cm).....................................................................................................30 (76)...........................................................................................Roll diameter-in (cm) ...............................................................................................77⁄8” (20).........................................................................................Roll gap-in (cm)........................................................................................................1⁄16”- 5⁄8” (2-20)................................................................................Roll speed-rpm.........................................................................................................3,360 upper roll ............................................................................

3,780 lower rollBlowerType...............................................................................................4-paddle cone, close-coupled to cutterhead ...........................................................Diameter....................................................................................................................40” (101.6 cm)..............................................................................Standard speed ...............................................686 rpm ..........................................686 rpm.........................................738 rpmHigh speed.......................................................760 rpm ..........................................760 rpm.........................................818 rpm

TransmissionType...........................................................................................................................Hydrostatic....................................................................................Number of forward gears.........................................................................................4.....................................................................................................Differential lock .........................................................................................................Standard........................................................................................

DimensionsHeight (to top of cab)-in (m) ...................................................................................145 (3.68) .....................................................................................Length (without attachment)-in (m)........................................................................171 (4.34) .....................................................................................Width (varies with tire selection)-in (m) .................................................................121 (3.18) .....................................................................................Weight (without attachment)-lbs (kg).....................................................................25,088 (11,380)............................................................................

AttachmentsWindrow pickups ............................................345W—working width 9’ (2.7 m); overall width 9’ 81⁄2 ” (2.96 m)

355W—working width 11’ 3” (3.4 m); overall width 11’ 113⁄4 ” (3.65 m)365W—working width 15’ (4.57 m); overall width 15’ 81⁄2 ’’ (4.79 m)

Row-crop units ...............................................360N4—4-row, narrow 360W5—5-row, wide 360N6—6-row, narrowRow independent ............................................RI450—working width 14’ 9” (4.5 m) RI600—working width 19’ 8” (6.0 m)

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Specifications

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Safety begins with a thorough understanding ofthe equipment. Always make sure you and

your operators read the Operator’s Manualbefore using the equipment. Pay close

attention to all safety and operatingdecals and never operate machinery

without all shields, protective devicesand structures in place.

Design, materials and/or specifications are subject tochange without notice and without liability therefor.Specifications are applicable to units sold in Canada, theUnited States, its territories and possessions, and mayvary outside these areas.

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