Pasquali’s “Dionis 85” series of differentiated-wheel tractors introduces technical solutions designed to simplify work in ways that no other tractor of similar design currently offers. It is a concentrate of innovations that can be further enhanced by equipping the machine with the optional 4.0 kit made available by the manufacturer
While in the field-crop tractor segment digitalization has now become an almost indispensable feature for achieving maximum efficiency, the same cannot be said for specialty tractors. The technical characteristics and uses of these machines, the nature of the areas in which they operate and, often, the size of the farms—factors that do not always favor investment—have slowed adoption. Nevertheless, it is true that even in vineyards and orchards digitalization could bring real productive and economic benefits, especially when interpreted through the lens of precision agriculture, which aims to minimize the use of pesticides and fertilizers.
This is precisely the goal of the “4.0 kit” that Pasquali offers as an option for owners of its machines: a system that, in addition to geolocating the tractor to optimize distribution operations, also remotely monitors the tractor’s performance to ensure it is always operating at its full potential. In practice, these services are entirely similar to those offered by digital platforms supporting field-crop tractors, and they pair well with the functional advantages of the brand’s high-end models—first and foremost the ultra-low “Dionis 85,” now presented as the flagship product in Pasquali’s family of differentiated-wheel tractors.
Powered by a four-cylinder Rehlko “Kdi 2504 Tci” delivering 75 horsepower at 2,300 rpm and 300 Nm of torque at 1,500 rpm, the tractor features technical solutions that are currently unique in the sector—solutions which, when combined, enable the machine to operate in a semi-autonomous manner.
One example is the “Easy Plus” multi-disc oil-bath clutch, which filters driver inputs on the pedal to ensure smooth, progressive gear and range shifts free of jolts. This operating mode is replicated by the “Power Clutch System,” which allows clutch activation via button, eliminating the need for pedal use, and by “Smart Brake & Go,” which makes it possible to stop and restart using only the brake pedals.
In this context, the presence of the “EasyDrive” electro-hydraulic reverser proves strategic for prolonged maneuvering. Adjustable to five different responsiveness levels and operable under load, it is the only system of its kind available in the isodiametric tractor segment.
Thanks to these systems—along with a standard electronic engine-speed control system—the operator can focus mainly on managing implements and trajectories.
The latter can be further optimized during maneuvering phases using the “Dual Steer” steering system, which simultaneously and synchronously operates the tractor’s central articulation and the steering of the front wheels, providing a turning angle of up to 70 degrees. The system keeps the tractor’s center of gravity within the tire contact points at all times, ensuring maximum stability and safety even on slopes.
Among the other strengths of the “Dionis 85” are the dual-circuit hydraulic system capable of delivering up to 33.5 + 51 liters of oil per minute through dedicated service and implement pumps; the “Self Cleaning System” for automatic cleaning of the radiator and hood ventilation grilles; and the option of an electro-proportional joystick using CAN-bus technology to facilitate management of hydraulically operated implements.
With this configuration and its streamlined hood that enhances forward visibility, the “Dionis 85” can be considered a technological milestone within its category—the final evolutionary step for differentiated-wheel isodiametric tractors before the arrival of fully autonomous models.
Two versions and two cabs
Pasquali offers the “Dionis 85” in two versions: “SDT,” with traditional steering, and “DualSteer,” with combined chassis + front-wheel steering, and with two different cabs, one of which is certified to Class 4 standards. In both cases, the driver’s station is mounted on a platform isolated from the chassis to reduce vibration and noise.
Both cab types are ultra-low—approximately 179 centimeters—to allow the tractor to enter low-trained orchards and vineyards without damaging vegetation or, worse, the crop. The Class 4 cab is also ventilated, maintaining slight overpressure inside to prevent dust, vapors, or gases from entering. Ventilation air is filtered through activated-carbon systems, and an electronic unit automatically regulates interior temperature based on the operator’s settings.
Title: Pasquali Dionis 85 specialized tractors: exclusive innovations
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