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Chopping as short as necessary: A photo-optical sensor in the middle of the maize header measures the maturity of the plant and automatically adjusts the length of cut. Green maize is cut to longer chops to get more structure and reduce effluent in the clamp. By comparison, dry and brittle maize is cut to short chops to increase compaction. This way, AutoScan eases the load on the operator and reduces fuel consumption by optimizing the length of cut.

Lift speed: After the operator selects the desired engine load, ConstantPower automatically matches the forward speed to the current stand and yields, easing the strain on the operator and improving fuel economy at maximum throughput. In combination with AutoScan, this system takes the overall quality of chop and machine performance to a whole new level.

The EasyLoad auto loading system in combination with a camera-based 3D image analysis system allows operators to fill any type of trailer that is running alongside the harvester. The system controls the open/close spout and the rotate left/right functions and allows operators to select one of several filling strategies. Monitoring all functions from the in-cab screen, operators are more at ease.

Intelligent precaution: The optional RockProtect system provides intelligent protection from damage by stones as it fully automatically halts the pre-compression rollers within milliseconds after a stone is detected. The sensitivity of the system is set by the operator.

Auto guidance: Every BiG X machine is ready to accept various ISOBUS guidance system brands. On the move, the operator activates autoguidance from the KRONE joystick.

Measuring yields per field: The optional KRONE CropControl yield metering system measures the volume of crop harvested per field quickly and accurately at the touch of a button. The system allows operators to document meticulously all yield information in all fields harvested.

As an option it is possible to adjust the counterblade automatically and from the cab. Based on a knock sensor that measures the gap between the counterblade and the chopping blades and a rotary encoder that triggers two motors that adjust the counterblade, the system reduces operator stress as he or she can concentrate on the work at hand. At the same time, it is also possible to adjust the counterblade manually from the external control unit.

The optional AgriNIR online sensor supplies accurate data on moisture and nutrient levels on the move. This information (DM, starch, crude protein, crude ash, crude fat, ADF, NDF) is collected to and allocated to the harvested field by the KRONE operator terminal. The AgriNIR online sensor is easy to install on the BiG X spout where it is protected from damage by a cover.

Convenient weighing: AutoCalibrate is the remote calibration tool for the BiG X‘s yield metering system. It is based on a weighing system that is installed on one of the trailers in the harvest chain. Both the trailer and the forager are equipped with data loggers that communicate via a mobile network. Calibration takes place in real time as the ‘calibrating machine’ is being filled. The system is highly accurate and is the first system of its kind to eliminate the trip to the weighbridge.