AGCO IDEAL Combine for North America

• The European introduction and public debut at AgriTechnica is the first step in a multi-year global roll-out. 
   
• AGCO’s plans for introduction and sales of the new IDEAL combine in North America are not yet final, pending completion of ongoing field tests and validation in the USA and Canada.
   
• Prototype machines are being tested throughout North America during fall harvest 2017.
   
• AGCO’s number one priority is ensuring the IDEAL combine is of the highest quality and will deliver the performance and reliability our customers demand.
   
• An update about product availability in North America is expected in 2018.
   
• Beginning November 12, 2017, growers interested in learning more about the IDEAL combine may visit IDEALHarvesting.com for more information and to sign-up for progress updates available throughout the coming year.
   
• AGCO Harvesting dealers remain stocked and prepared to fully support the harvesting needs of customers with quality combines and service for many years into the future.

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