New Holland's PowerStar Series: Power, utility and comfort

New Holland’s PowerStar Series tractors have always been synonymous with power, utility and comfort, with the next generation being no exception

This tractor series offers powerful utility along with sleek new styling outside, greater comfort inside and a wide array of productivity-enhancing features across all four PowerStar models—the 90, 100, 110 and 120. 

Adding power

Power is important for a utility tractor and, as the name implies, the PowerStar Series delivers. Underneath the new hood is a powerful, fuel-efficient FPT Industrial 3.6 l four-cylinder engine featured in all four models. This lineup complies with Stage V emissions standards, which reduces particulate matter by 40% compared to Tier 4B. Along with a 13 l DEF tank, these tractors utilise Compact HI-eSCR 2 technology, resulting in higher torque, an increase of up to five horsepower and greater efficiency. For maximum visibility and compact dimensions, which are critical during loader work, the Compact HI-eSCR 2 is neatly concealed under the tractor’s hood while a new U-shaped exhaust also has been incorporated. Combining this feature with a larger fuel tank and long 600-hour service intervals that maximize uptime, operators will find powerful operational advantages.

Greater utility 

While a 12x12 transmission with a column-mounted electronic power shuttle is available on the three largest models namely 100, 110 and 120), operators can gain an advantage in their day with the proven 24x24 Dual Command transmission available as an option on all four models. The Dual Command transmission features the same electronic power shuttle but provides a Hi-Lo speed in each of the four gears. For added convenience, the PowerClutch button that’s placed on the back of the handle lets operators shift the gearshift lever without having to use the clutch pedal. On 12x12 and 24x24 Dual Command transmission models, a new feature, Dynamic Start-Stop or 'brake-to-clutch,' is included to help reduce operator fatigue during jobs that require frequent stops, like round baling. When activated, operators will simply need to press the brake pedal to stop the tractor and then release it to start driving again.

Enhancing productivity

Another set of novel options designed specifically for the PowerStar Series are all-new, factory-installed LU Series front loaders. These loaders offer more lifting capacity, greater lifting height, faster cycle times, improved visibility, easier coupling and refined control. Among a number of interesting developments, a new joystick is also available on Dual Command models that is aimed at lifting productivity. This joystick provides control of more than just the loader, housing buttons to shuttle, shift between Hi and Lo and toggle between preset engine speeds. By enabling the ability to simultaneously lift and shuttle with the same hand during repetitive motions, operators can boost their efficiency.

Refined VisionView cab 

Along with a new air suspension seat, a new digital instrument cluster provides greater insight into operating parameters and settings. Directly overhead a new super-high visibility panel offers outstanding visibility when the loader is raised to full height, like when stacking bales. For unsurpassed ride smoothness, Comfort Ride cab suspension can be added to Dual Command models for a 25% reduction in shock loads that can reach the operator.

Q4 2025 will witness the arrival of new PowerStar Series tractors. A 12x12 PowerStar 120 is currently on display at the 2025 World Ag Expo Feb taking place from 11-13 February at the New Holland booth in Tulare, California. A 24x24 Dual Command PowerStar 120 is also on display at the 2025 National Farm Machinery Show from 12-15 February in Louisville, Kentucky.