Combine harvester S300 NOVA - a long-awaited replacement for Niva

Details Category: Combines Published: 10/20/2016
The S300 NOVA combine is the most long-awaited and currently most needed field harvesting machine from Rostselmash, and there is a very simple explanation for this. It’s funny to say, but still one of the most common in Russia is the old SK-5 Niva combine, the first prototype of which was born in 1967, and the Niva went into serial production back in 1973. Not only did this happen in the last century, but we lived in a completely different state. But time does not stand still, and if in the 70s the Niva was an excellent car, one of the market leaders, then in our time its role in agriculture has changed a little and the SK-5 is a real salvation for small farms. Of course, you will say that you can buy used equipment for the first time. But what is better, take used equipment and play roulette, because it can stop in the middle of harvesting, or lease or buy a new modern combine with a guarantee? Of course, the second option is preferable, and the same modified Niva Effect was produced until 2016, with steady demand.

S-300 series

The fact that the S300 Nova series is a replacement for the Niva is no secret. The main target segment will be small farms that simply do not need to buy expensive and productive combines. Even the name differs in just one letter, it was Niva, it became Nova. However, this is a completely different technique, modern and more productive. In the future, the S300 should give rise to a whole series of combines; plans for 5 models have already been announced after the Nova has been tested. S 400, S 500, S 550 and S 400 crawler, where the first digit is the class. Two models of the S300 series are also being tested at once, these are NOVA 320 and NOVA 340.

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The series will be maximally adapted to Russian conditions and have maximum localization. It is planned to produce about 500-600 cars per year, but if successful and recognized, this figure could increase significantly. The combine was officially presented quite recently at Agrosalon 2016, and the full characteristics of the new machine have not yet been revealed, because it will go into production only in 2017, and there will still be some improvements in the design, but some characteristics are already known.

Combine harvester Nova S300

The Nova s300 grain harvester has become a real breakthrough for modern manufacturers of agricultural machinery. For many, this long-awaited new product is an indispensable assistant for working in the fields. The S300 NOVA model was produced by Rostselmash, a manufacturer familiar to many, and there is no need to explain for a long time why the grain harvester quickly became popular.

It is worth remembering that for a long time the old SK-5 Niva combine harvester remained the running model in Russia. Not everyone knows, but the date of birth of its first prototype is the distant 1967. Niva began to be distributed in serial production in 1973. So it turns out that the popular domestic combine was not only produced in the last century, but also appeared within the framework of the existence of another state.

A lot of domestic specialists worked on the creation of new combines, but it was not easy to displace the Niva of the 70s from its leading position in the market. Of course, it is useless to deny the reliability of this grain harvesting machine. The Niva was a true salvation for small farmers. Many people started purchasing used equipment. But such an investment is like playing roulette, and farmers never knew whether the combine would work perfectly all season or stop in the middle of the harvesting process.

Purchasing a new modern combine harvester from a foreign manufacturer with a guarantee is a luxury that not everyone could afford. For many, the release of a combine like the S300 was a turning point, opening up new horizons and opportunities, giving them faith in the possibility of using a reliable and affordable combine on an ongoing basis. The price of the Nova s300 combine harvester is truly competitive and acceptable for many.

Features of the S-300 series

The S300 Nova grain harvester was released as a replacement for the old Nivas. This fact does not surprise anyone. The main target consumer is small farmland that does not require the use of powerful and expensive combines. Despite the fact that only one letter was changed in the name of the new equipment (Niva was replaced by Nova), it is worth digging deeper to understand that the S300 series is truly modern equipment, characterized by greater productivity.

The manufacturer has planned the release of the S300 as the basis for a new series of combines, which should be released in the near future. It is known that in the coming years the world will see 5 updated models, improved versions of the new tracked combines S 400, S 500, S 550 and S 400. They are the most long-awaited. A pair of 300 series models (320 and 340).

The manufacturer is going to adapt the new combines to modern operating conditions of Russian agricultural land. The new series, like the released S300 Nova, will be distinguished by maximum localization. There are plans to produce from 500 to 600 cars per year. It is possible that the release will be expanded if the new products are as popular as the S300.

The S300 Nova series itself was officially presented several years ago as part of the Agrosalon 2016. The combine was put into mass production a year later. During this time, manufacturers thought about and made new additions to the design that made the characteristics of the S300 Nova more interesting.

The S300 Nova represents the third class of combine harvesters. This does not make it outstanding compared to other foreign models. But the S300 managed to boast characteristics that manufacturers of similar models in this class had previously failed to achieve.

This combine harvester is ideal for working with the following crops:

1. row crop;
2. legume;
3. grain;
4. rapeseed

You can use different sizes of hanging adapter for this model. The minimum width is 3 meters, and the maximum is 6. This will largely depend on the specifics of the location and the type of crop that the equipment will harvest. This indicator in third grade is one of the best.

The thresher has a width of 1200 millimeters, and the drum has a diameter of 600 meters. The throughput rate remains at 6.2 kg/s, which ensures the high productivity of the S300 Nova with a maximum value of 9 tons per hour. Another important feature of the combine is the ability to work with wet grain.

Features of the S300 Nova engine

The first characteristic discussed during the official presentation of the new combine. The S300 Nova combine was presented with a domestic engine 53405 YaMZ, which Avtodiesel specialists developed specifically for the new product. The built-in control system ensures minimal fuel costs and allows for significant savings. The power of the in-line engine was 180 horsepower. It makes 2000 revolutions per minute. It has impressive torque and a displacement of 4.43 liters.

Chassis

The ground clearance of the new combine was as much as 0.5 meters. This indicator guarantees ideal work on fields with difficult terrain. This is also a guarantee of minimizing pressure on the soil, because it is always possible to install the widest tires possible. This interesting characteristic opens up the possibility of installing an all-wheel drive system and the ability to achieve a minimum turning radius, which averages 7 meters. The header can be transported using a special trolley. This does not affect mobility or the ability to use wide adapters.

Transmission

The S300 Nova is equipped with a three-speed hydrostatic transmission. And for a better balance between performance and efficiency, a special fuel control system is used.

Reaper

In the kit you can get a header, the best among all in PowerStream, whose width is 4.5 m. There is also an option of 6 m. The main advantage is the ability to follow the terrain and synchronize the power of the reels at the maximum power of the combine.

Separation

There have been major changes in the system. The straw walker was mainly modified, the scale of which was increased to 4.3 square meters. Four 3.7 meter keys make the system work as efficiently as possible, much better than systems from other third-class models. The S300 Nova can be used with a 9 cubic meter stacker.

Cabin features

Cabin comfort plays a huge role when an agricultural machine is viewed and evaluated in its entirety. The twenty-first century gave the world machines that destroy the myth of “dirty work.” These modern cars can compete with many typical cars in terms of convenience. Thanks to the automation of the workflow in the cabin of NOVA equipment, working is not only convenient, but also simple.

The ComfortCab in the S300 Nova features these features.

1. Possibility of accommodating two people.
2. Panoramic view.
3. Vibration and noise reduction system.
4. Air conditioner.
5. Heating system.
6. Cooling chamber.
7. Asdviser II voice system with situational framing function.

The RSM Nova grain harvester is excellent proof that a domestic manufacturer is capable of producing powerful modern equipment that is in no way inferior to its foreign “brothers”, but is more attractive due to its affordable price and the ability to quickly access original spare parts and additional components.

The combine harvester remains one of the most important machines in industrial agriculture. To be able to produce enough food sustainably, it is important to be able to harvest large quantities of all types of grains. The need for food is growing and there is a need to produce a huge number of better agricultural machines.

Harvesters must be more efficient, consume less energy, require less human effort, and cope with a specific task faster. And the S300 Nova is an example that Russian manufacturers of agricultural machinery have taken the right course of development. Just think about all the new developments in technology that have emerged in the last few decades. It was they who made it possible to create such a model as the S300 Nova.

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general description

As a representative of the 3rd class, the S300 Nova combine harvester should not have outstanding characteristics, but at a minimum it should not be inferior to foreign analogues in its class. The combine will be able to harvest all major crops: grains, row crops, legumes, rapeseed. The width of the mounted adapters will vary from 3 to 6 meters depending on the type of crops and terrain, which is quite good for this class. The declared width of the thresher is 1200 mm, and the diameter of the drum is 600 m. The throughput is 6.2 kg/s. All this will ensure maximum harvester productivity of up to 9 tons per hour. Another very important point is that the combine can operate on wet grain, and it is also possible to equip it with all-wheel drive.

Main nodes

Engine

One of the first elements open to the general public was the engine. The S300 Nova will be equipped with the Russian YaMZ-53405 engine, adapted specifically for this model at Yaroslavsky. Minimum fuel consumption is ensured by an electronic control system.

• Engine - YaMZ 534, in-line
• Power - 132 kW / 180 hp. at 2000 rpm
• Engine capacity - 4.43l
• Torque reserve - 20%
• Specific minimum fuel consumption – 193 g/kWh

Chassis

The new combine has a fairly high ground clearance of half a meter, which is excellent for fields with complex terrain, and wider tires can be installed to reduce the load on the soil. There is also the option of installing all-wheel drive. Small dimensions provide a small turning radius, only 7.5 meters. When transporting the header, a special trolley is provided, thanks to which you can use wide adapters and maintain mobility.

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Transmission

The gearbox is hydrostatic, three-speed. One of the main advantages over many of its classmates is the fuel consumption control system, which is very important for the maximum balance of economy and performance.

Reaper

Depending on the customer’s wishes, the kit can include PowerStream series headers with a width of 4, 5 or 6 meters. Its features include a relief copying system and synchronization of the reel speed with the operating speed of the combine.

Separation system

The straw walker has also been seriously changed, the area of ​​which has increased and now amounts to 4.3 square meters. Thanks to 4 keys, the length of which is 3.6 meters, the system works much more efficiently than many of its classmates and is much more gentle on the straw itself. It is possible to order a stacker with a volume of 9 cubic meters.

Cabin

Cabin and comfort now play an equally important role in the overall assessment of agricultural machinery. Gone are the days when working on the land was a dirty job, and in the 21st century, modern agricultural machinery is as convenient as conventional cars. Here you have an air conditioner, a refrigerator, and maximum automation of the process.

The NOVA combine is equipped with a cabin in the ComfortCab configuration. Its features:

• Panoramic view
• Double
• Tightness, enhanced sound insulation
• Air conditioning, heating system, cooling chamber
• Asdviser II information system with voice notification and situational framing

Combine harvester (NOVA)

Designed for effective work on small, complex-contour fields of farms and small farms.

1. Universal header Power Stream.

Power Stream guarantees increased productivity by reducing losses and optimal supply of harvested material. Practice has proven that the use of this header, due to the original cutting device with a planetary drive, reduces grain losses due to shedding and ensures a confident, uniform feed, regardless of working conditions. The reel hydraulic drive with synchronous drive function automatically changes the reel speed depending on the speed of the combine. A single hydraulic connector is available as an option.

2. Improved visibility with new oblique camera.

The conveyor feeder chamber ensures fast and uniform movement of the mass to the threshing drum. There are special hatches for inspection of its condition and ease of maintenance. A stone catcher in front of the threshing drum prevents stones from entering the threshing zone. The reverse function will help in difficult working conditions.

3. Unique threshing and separating device.

The classic single-drum thresher performs threshing very carefully (up to thin layers) and at the same time has a fairly simple design. The unique design of the two-section deck, coupled with its large coverage, provides a concave area of ​​0.93 m², unattainable for other third-class combines, and ultimately creates high productivity of the machine.

4. Powerful and economical engine.

The combine is equipped with a modern turbo-diesel engine YaMZ 534 (Stage IIIa), in-line “four” with a volume of 4.43 l, 180 hp. (132 kW at 2,000 rpm). Torque reserve up to 20%. The engine electronics completely monitor its operation and supply exactly the amount of fuel required according to the current load. Thanks to this, minimal fuel consumption is achieved.

5. Effective cleaning system.

A two-sieve cleaning system is used to clean the heap. The high drop height and finger grid on the prep board significantly improve the cleaning process. The total area of ​​the sieves is 3.59 m², which is one of the best indicators in the third class of combines. The cleaning system uses a six-blade fan, the rotation speed of which is controlled from the cab and displayed on the control panel.

6. Productive straw walker with a large separation area.

The efficient 4-key straw walker and the optimal length of the keys ensure that the separation is thorough, down to the last grain. The vibration amplitude of the keys is selected in such a way as to ensure the maximum degree of separation of grain from the heap.

7. New opportunities.

To work in hilly areas or with uneven terrain, a high ground clearance of 50 cm is required. In conditions of high humidity, all-wheel drive is suitable. To reduce ground pressure, it is possible to install larger tires. The compact base of the combine provides high maneuverability in small fields. For those who travel long distances, the trolley can be equipped with a trailer hitch. The large standard size of adapters and devices will allow you to obtain maximum operating efficiency.

8. Comfort Cab with Adviser II information system.

NOVA combines are equipped with a Comfort Cab. Air conditioning and heating systems are included as standard. You'll enjoy the comfort that truly allows you to work efficiently, with less stress and fatigue until the end of your shift. The Adviser information and voice system continuously monitors the threshing process and the operation of the combine mechanisms, allowing you to control the stability of the technical process and prevent breakdowns of units.

9. Capacious hopper 4500 l.

The volume of the combine's bunker is the most optimal for this class of machines. The high-speed unloading device allows unloading to take place in no more than 2 minutes. Adjustable shutters inside the hopper adjust the unloading speed depending on the type and moisture content of the crops being harvested. The unloading height is 4 m, which allows you to unload grain into any vehicles. The removal of the unloading auger is hydraulic, activated from the cabin.

10. Reliable chopper-spreader.

The classic NOVA threshing and separation system practically does not damage the straw. Depending on the intended use, the straw can be chopped and scattered or placed in a windrow. The chopping drum drive is switched off in a matter of seconds. For farms that harvest straw in large quantities, it is possible to order a version of the combine with a stacker with a capacity of 9 m³.

11. Convenient maintenance.

An air compressor with a 110 liter receiver (included in the basic package of a combine with all-wheel drive) saves a lot of time on shift maintenance and is especially helpful in the field when there is no technical support vehicle nearby.
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