NAV‑960 by PTx Trimble: A New Benchmark for Auto‑Guidance in Ukrainian Fields

Rising demands for field‑operation accuracy and fuel savings are pushing growers to adopt automatic steering ever faster. In early May, PTx Trimble unveiled the NAV‑960 controller—the successor to the legendary NAV‑900 line—raising GNSS precision and reliability to an entirely new level.

What’s Inside the Newcomer

Housed in a compact IP66‑rated aluminum shell, the upgraded GNSS chipset simultaneously tracks more satellites across all major constellations (GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou). Compared with its predecessor, line‑holding accuracy has improved by up to 50 percent—especially noticeable on first passes and on hilly terrain. A new quad‑core processor accelerates signal processing and leaves headroom for future features such as adaptive control algorithms or augmented‑reality overlays on in‑cab displays. An extended‑range inertial sensor keeps steering stable through sudden slope changes and implement draft, while IonoGuard technology shields positioning from ionospheric storms.

Seamless Integration into the Trimble Ecosystem

NAV‑960 is fully compatible with GFX displays and Trimble Autopilot electro‑hydraulic steering, delivering centimeter‑level accuracy on RTK or CenterPoint RTX corrections. Thanks to its open architecture, the controller suits everything from fully automated tractors to implement‑mounted guidance systems—seeders, sprayers and beyond.

Who Is PTx Trimble?

Formed after AGCO Precision Ag’s restructuring, the PTx Trimble brand focuses on “reliable, flexible and easy‑to‑use” electronics for farmers in 140 countries. Headquartered in Colorado, USA, the company runs a global dealer network that supports precision‑ag solutions throughout the season—from pre‑plant groundwork to harvest.

Where to Source Parts for Advanced Machinery

Rapid machinery upgrades pose a challenge: complex systems need quality service and quick part replacement. Bas‑Agro LLC (bas.ua), based in Cherkasy, answers the call with a wide range of genuine and in‑house‑made spare parts for tractors, tillage and seeding equipment from leading global brands. Local stock means Ukrainian farms can resume work fast—without waiting for costly imports.

Why It Matters for Ukraine

Large Ukrainian operations manage vast acreages where 5–10 cm guidance errors translate into tonnes of lost yield and hundreds of thousands of hryvnias in extra fuel. Pairing the NAV‑960 with existing RTK networks—and local dealer support—cuts overlaps and skips by up to 90 percent, boosts work rates and reduces operator fatigue. Add the ready availability of parts from Bas‑Agro, and you have a technology chain in which every link drives farm profitability.

Bottom line: NAV‑960 is more than a next‑gen receiver—it’s a strategic step toward fully automated machinery. For Ukrainian growers competing on the global grain market, today’s investment in precise steering defines tomorrow’s margins.