Ptx Trimble’s Nav-960 Sets New Standard for Precision Farming

When farmers look for technology to make their lives easier, reliability and precision are top of mind and anything that helps farmers work smarter, faster and with less stress is worth a closer look.

The new Nav-960 guidance controller from Ptx Trimble offers farmers improved accuracy, better vehicle positioning and less downtime in the field.

The new Nav-960 guidance controller from Ptx Trimble, launched recently at Agrishow in São Paulo Brazil, promises to do exactly that - bringing better accuracy, more power and greater durability to farms around the world.

Formed in 2024 as a joint venture between Agco and Trimble, Ptx Trimble has been quick to deliver on its goal of making precision agriculture easier and more profitable. The Nav-960 is the latest step forward, replacing the popular Nav-900 and raising the bar for what farmers can expect from their guidance systems.

Andrew Sunderman, Vice President of Product and Customer Experience at Ptx Trimble, said the company is committed to making life easier in the field.

“As the precision ag industry evolves, we are focused on innovative solutions that make it easier for farmers to tackle the critical challenges they face and to do so in a way that creates added value,” Andrew said.

“With the new Nav-960 guidance controller, farmers have access to some of the most advanced technical capabilities for GNSS positioning in the market, which ultimately helps to get the job done in less time and with more profitability.”

There is plenty under the bonnet to back up those words. The Nav-960 comes with a new cast aluminium base that is tough enough to handle extreme heat, freezing cold, heavy rain and thick dust. It also houses a powerful quad-core processor for faster calculations and quicker data delivery, making it ready not just for today’s demands but for the future as well.

One of the big improvements is how well the system holds its line. Thanks to a new GNSS engine and better inertial sensors, farmers can expect up to fifty percent better vehicle positioning and line following compared to the previous model. Andrew said this is all about helping farmers work more efficiently.

“Farmers who implement the technology can realise a myriad of benefits, including saving on inputs from reduced overlap and less downtime that decreases operational delays and improves machine utilisation,” he explained.

“It is all aimed at reducing operator fatigue during long planting days and improving overall productivity.”

Technology like Trimble ProPoint and Trimble IonoGuard also make a difference, helping the system resist issues caused by solar events that might otherwise interrupt work. This extra resilience means more hours in the field and fewer unexpected stops, something every farmer can appreciate when weather windows are tight.

Ptx Trimble has not forgotten about practicalities either. The Nav-960 is compatible with all Gfx series displays including the Gfx-350, 1060 and 1260, and uses the same cables as the Nav-900. Built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth mean easier support and room for future updates. Farmers can slot it into their existing setups without missing a beat.

There are plenty of reasons to take a close look. Farmers who make the move can expect better uptime, reduced input and labour costs and less stress in the cab. Spending long days in the tractor is always going to be part of farming, but technology like this helps make those hours more productive and less draining.

The Nav-960 is available now worldwide, both for aftermarket and OEM installations. For farmers looking to future-proof their operations while making everyday tasks easier, it looks like a very solid option.

As Andrew put it, “This is about giving farmers the tools they need to get more done with less effort, and to keep moving forward with confidence.”

When the pressure is on to plant, spray or harvest, having a guidance system that can be trusted to perform could make all the difference. With the Nav-960, Ptx Trimble is giving farmers one less thing to worry about.