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In addition to the benefits described on the general off-highway benefits page the following additional benefits apply to agricultural vehicles.
Geared neutral feature - no separate creep transmission
The IVT has a feature termed 'geared neutral' where the engine can be connected to the road wheels whilst the vehicle is stationary. This eliminates the need for a separate creep transmission and can provide maximum wheel torque at zero speeds, or speeds close to zero, with a low power input.
Accurate planting and spreading
Accurate low speed control combined with vehicle position control enables accurate planting and spreading. In addition, the IVT allows an integrated powertrain and vehicle control to optimise vehicle operation and may be combined with precision farming systems.
Improved productivity
The torque control nature of the IVT means it can provide continuous torque at the wheels even when starting from rest. In addition, the IVT can maintain constant peak power levels to pull through tough spots in the field. If the need to stop the tractor arises there is no need to raise the implement when restarting.
