First Drive: John Deere 340M self-propelled sprayer

Following the launch of the 300M series late last year at Agritechnica, the UK rollout of Deere’s new self-propelled sprayer has been long anticipated. James Huyton takes one of the first machines out to find out more.

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The John Deere 340M test sprayer boasts  4,000litre tank capacity.
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The John Deere 340M test sprayer boasts 4,000litre tank capacity.

John Deere is no newcomer to the sprayer market, with a range of both trailed and self-propelled sprayers including the larger R41 series. Although popular with some loyal customers and the claimed market...

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