Case IH Goes Bold and Edgy With New 50 Series Patriot Sprayers
Three models are bringing a new look and level of performance standards to Case IH application equipment. The Patriot 50 series sprayers span three models (one with two product tank size options):
- 3250 800/1000 gal, 285 hp
- 4350 1200 gal, 335 hp
- 4450 1600 gal, 390 hp
As Mark Burns, Case IH application equipment marketing manager, explains the 50 series was selected to unveil Case IH’s new look with an edgy and bold design—led by the aggressively styled hood.
“The Patriot 50 series sprayers feature an enhanced operator experience and performance,” he says. “If I had to highlight just three things I’d say the styling, the suspension, and the spraying technologies.”
He also calls out a brand-new feature—a nozzle washing station, which is a Case IH-exclusive.
“That is really an “atta boy” for our engineers,” Burns says. “It’s a feature every operator can use daily. If they have a clogged nozzle, right on the machine there’s an air nozzle and water outlet in an easy to use and accessibly way.”
The cab features the MultiControl Armrest featured on Magnum and Steiger tractors with its buttons set for sprayer functions such as master apply, auto steer engage, and speed presets.
“One feature the operators using our pre-production units really appreciated was the forward/reverse quick shuttle at the push of a button,” Burns says.
Two customizable displays include the Advanced Farming Systems (AFS) Pro 1200 for chassis monitor and control and Viper 4+ for autoguidance and product control.
Ride comfort has been improved with a new seat design, seat suspension and chassis suspension.
The new Patriots reduce in-cab noise levels by two to three decibels.
“The shock absorbers provide a controlled ride during aggressive acceleration or deceleration,” Burns says.
Road speeds have been increased by 2 mph or more depending on the model.
And the plumbing has been improved with 21/32” outlet hole which gives a 21% increase in flow capability.
“Applicators can keep the same speed and put on more product or they can put on the same amount of product and drive faster,” Burns says.
Available boom widths include: 90’, 100’, 120’, 132’ and 135’.
Every machine has automatic section control and is guidance-ready. The machines come with a five-year subscription to AFS Connect farm management portal. Additionally, when equipped with RS1 or SC1 guidance options, owners can take advantage of a five-year Slingshot Gold Package subscription.
“Farmers and ag retailers need consistent, accurate and precise application,” Burns says. “And they need the ability to have timely application.”
The Patriot 50 series continues the cab-forward, rear-engine design.
“We have an advantage with the Agronomic Design and weight balance of the machine to get in the field when conditions may be marginal for others,” Burn says.
The lighting package is the last feature Burns is sure to highlight because even the base units are outfitted with lights on the front hood, cab, and tank as well as a center section beacon.
Factory-installed, blue-lens spray pattern lights are optional.
