TIGER 6S

TIGER 6S

ROPA Tiger 6S - still more efficiency paired with digital networking in the world's highest-performance sugar beet harvester from the world market leader

ROPA is expanding its self-driving sugar beet harvester segment to include the Tiger 6S model, which will be available in series production for the 2020 harvest.  A new generation of extremely high-performance on-board computers is the basis for telematics, predictive analytics, online diagnostics, and partially autonomous sugar beet harvesting. The Tiger 6S dominates the premium segment of the market and with its visionary computer architecture is much more than the technical and visual enhancement of the current Tiger 6.

HIGH TORQUE VOLVO ENGINE

The 796 HP Volvo-Penta engine of the ROPA Tiger 6S

Volvo Penta TWD1683VE with 796 HP

This engine was designed by Volvo Penta especially for use in the Tiger 6S. With a capacity of 16.12 liters, common rail injection, SCR catalytic converter, and AdBlue, this type of engine provides power more efficiently and "cleanly."
With twin turbochargers, this power package generates enormous maximum torque of 3,650 Nm. Starting at 1,000 rpm, it provides 3,550 Nm, which means that you can harvest longer in the lower speed range and therefore save more fuel. Thanks to the modern engine technology, this diesel engine also complies with the European exhaust stage V without exhaust gas recirculation.

The basis for greater daily output with less fuel consumption and even more power at lower speeds.

PANORAMA CABIN WITH IMPROVED 
COMFORTABLE OPERATION

Technology right at your fingertips

In comparison with its predecessors, the Tiger 6S has two 12.1-inch operating terminals with high pixel density resulting in even sharper resolution. Operation at the terminal with interactive buttons is even more intuitive and uses the same logic as tablets and smartphones.
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In addition to the machine functions, two separate video streams can also be shown on the R-Touch display on the left A-pillar.

The cabin of the ROPA Tiger 6S from the operator's perspective

R-CONNECT ONLINE PORTAL

A ROPA Tiger 6S unloading beets onto a field pile and connected via cell signal to R-Connect Telematics

R-Connect telematics module and remote diagnostics as standard equipment

The ROPA Tiger 6S comes with the efficient telematics hardware including SIM card for online access as standard equipment. The telematics module is thus the basis for proactive Service 4.0 with predictive analytics and fast assistance and diagnostics if service is required on any continent. When service is required, if desired the service technician can switch directly to the terminal and the machine control and assist the driver, e.g. with problem-solving.

R-TRIM

Automatic defoliator adjustment for precise beet topping no matter field conditions

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R-trim, an automatic defoliator height adjustment innovation from ROPA, is present exclusively on the Tiger 6S. By measuring the height of the beet crowns through the scalper, the Tiger 6S is able to automatically adjust the height of the defoliator allowing for precision topping without manual adjustment despite changing field conditions.

An illustration of the R-trim technology featured on the ROPA Tiger 6S

R-CONTOUR

The R-touch control terminal of the ROPA Tiger 6S

Automatic share depth adjustment of each individaul row - Get every bit of every beet without bringing in excess dirt

The driver uses the joystick on the operating console to set the lifting depth as required and thus defines how deep the lifter share will penetrate the soil. Ultrasonic sensors beside every beet row record the ground surface contour. A new, powerful on-board computer processes the measured values and ensures that the lifting depth is maintained in accordance with the ground contour. Compared to the previous systems for automatic adjustment of single rows, this system has many advantages, particularly with higher growth in beet rows beside roads.
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The RR-header of the ROPA Tiger 6S viewed from the left side of the machine
The sonar sensors located beside the micro-toppers on the RR header of the ROPA Tiger 6S.
An illustration of the individual row depth control of the Tiger 6S. The image features multiple sets of digging shares all at the optimal digging depth based on the ground profile.

R-BALANCE

Hydraulic Suspension and Chassis Control with Slope Compensation to Minimize Soil Compaction

An illustration of how not having R-Balance increases compaction on the soil when harvesting on slopes

Up to 10% slope compensation

The automatic slope compensation via six hydraulic cylinders and sensors is also unique among 3-axle sugar beet harvesters. The chassis is kept completely horizontally for up to 10 percent side slope. The gravity center and, thus, the load of the wheels on the slope bottom are shifted to the slope top.
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An illustration of how the R-Balance suspension of the Tiger 6S reduces compaction on the soil when harvesting on slopes

Focal point/soil pressure compensation

The track depth of the wheels on the slope bottom is substantially reduced, the infiltration capacity is retained, thus significantly reducing erosion risk during heavy rains.
The slope stability and traction increase greatly, the risk of tipping over is considerably reduced alongside with increased driving comfort.
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On slopes, the load and the center of gravity are shifted from the bottom of the slope to the top: sugar beet harvesting that minimizes compaction even on slopes!
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A rearview of the Tiger 6S with the machine leaning left demonstrating its active hydraulic suspension controlA diagram illustrating that the active hydraulic suspension of the Tiger 6S allows the machine to lean up to 10 degrees left and rightA rearview of the Tiger 6S with the machine leaning right demonstrating its active hydraulic suspension control