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Tue November 12, 2019 - National Edition
Perkins offers a comprehensive range of overhaul solutions for agricultural engines, all of which are designed to deliver maximum performance from the engine and machine and reduce the risk of disruptive downtime.
For farmers, having a machine out of service can mean lost productivity, revenue and profits. Farmers need to know their equipment is powered by an engine that can be trusted — and that support is in place to keep it operating reliably, whatever its age or condition.
Perkins engines have a long-standing reputation for delivering the high performance, durability and longevity that farmers need but after many years of trusted service, they might show some signs of deterioration, such as slow starting in cold weather, excessive oil consumption or lack of power. When this happens, customers have easy access to a broad range of overhaul options to return their engines running to optimum performance.
Overhauling an engine involves replacing key components, while retaining core elements such as the main engine block. The benefits are significant, as it allows farmers to substantially extend the working life of the engine, increase the return on investment, and minimize the potential for downtime.
"No single option fits all situations when it comes to overhaul," Perkins aftermarket general manager Matt O'Sullivan said. "A brand-new drop-in replacement engine might be right for contractors' machines with a high capital value and where uptime is at a premium. Other applications that are used less frequently might be better served by an engine rebuild, upgrade with remanufactured parts, or repair with a genuine overhaul kit. The local Perkins distributor is best placed to help determine the best option."
Perkins aftermarket product manager Ian Bradford said, "Using genuine parts allows the engine to be returned to its original performance— or better — after an overhaul. Customers will be putting parts in the engine that have been fitted to tens of thousands of Perkins engines. This maintains confidence in the engine and machine, maximizes its life, and continues to reduce the customer's running costs long into the future."
Perkins offers a wide range of overhaul options including:
For more information about Perkins overhaul options, visit www.perkins.com/overhaul.
This story also appears on Agricultural Equipment Guide.