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Hillco Leveling Systems Are Now Available in Farming Simulator!

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We have exciting news!

Hillco Technologies, a leader in cutting-edge agricultural equipment, is now available as a mod in Farming Simulator, allowing players to experience the power of Hillco’s innovative products right in the virtual world. Known for our advanced combine leveling systems and airflow technology, Hillco products are designed to enhance efficiency and productivity—both on real farms and in the game.

Here’s a quick update on how Hillco’s products can change the way you play the game and how you can integrate them into your virtual farming operations.

What Hillco Products Are Available in Farming Simulator?

Hillco Combine Leveling System:
Just like with the hands-on application, the Hillco combine leveling system keeps your combine level when working on slopes, ensuring a smoother, more efficient harvest. For Farming Simulator players, this means better control on hilly terrain, reduced grain loss, and faster harvest speeds—making it easier to manage uneven land.

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Why This Update is a Game-Changer

Hillco Technologies has long been a trusted name in agricultural innovation, helping farmers tackle some of their toughest challenges with efficiency. Bringing these products to Farming Simulator allows gamers to experience the same benefits—efficient harvesting on challenging terrain and reduced maintenance downtime—adding a new level of realism to the game.

Whether you’re managing a massive operation or expanding a small farm, Hillco products can help you boost productivity, maximize crop yields, and manage equipment more effectively. The availability of Hillco’s tools in Farming Simulator bridges the gap between real-world farming and virtual farming, giving players a taste of how modern technology can transform agricultural operations.

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How to Get Hillco Products in Farming Simulator

Available for download in the farming simulation mods section. Equip your combine with the Hillco Combine Leveling System to manage hills like a true pro.

PRO TIP:

To fully utilize the Hillco Leveling System, download the Palouse map in-game to farm some of the gnarliest ground in the country!

Stay Tuned for More Updates!

This update is just the beginning. Hillco Technologies’ products in Farming Simulator reflect our company’s commitment to bringing innovative solutions to the agricultural community. Whether you’re a Farming Simulator fan or a real-time farmer interested in the latest tech, stay tuned for more news and updates on how Hillco continues to revolutionize both farming and gaming.

Keep an eye out for additional features, product enhancements, and more as Hillco and Farming Simulator work together to offer the best virtual farming experience possible!

Key Takeaways:

  • Hillco’s Combine Leveling System is now available in Farming Simulator.
  • Players can experience superior harvesting on hills and reduced combine maintenance in the game.
  • Hillco continues to bring cutting-edge farming solutions to both virtual and real-world agriculture.

Stay tuned for more updates from Hillco Technologies!

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Return on Investment Calculator

This calculator is designed to determine the return on investment for a Hillco leveling system equipped combine versus a non-leveling combine operating in sloping conditions.

Crop Type
Wheat       Corn and Soybean
Acreage Information

Crop Information

Enter your operation's statistics and estimates.
Wheat
Corn
Soybeans

Acreage / Slope Information

Estimate the percentage of total harvested acres that lay within the various slope ranges in your farming operation.
For all Wheat Acreage
See Slope reference chart
Percentage slope values must equal 100%
100%
Your Harvest Speeds and Machine Harvested Yield (MHY)

Non-Leveling Ground Speed in MPH

Enter the average harvesting speed for your non-leveling combine in the various slope ranges at the average yield entered in the Crop Information section above.

Slope Reference Graph
Wheat
Corn
Soy

Reduction in Machine Harvested Yield (bu/acre)

Estimate the reduction of Machine Harvested Yield (MHY) for each slope range if you were harvesting at the speed you entered for 0-3% slopes. (The calcultor will then project expected reductions in MHY for each slope range at your previously estimated ground speeds.)

You may opt to enter the test data which was determined by actual field testing by Hillco (based on 5 mph harvesting speed).

Reduction in MHY is used in these calculations rather than field loss. Reduction in MHY is a more accurate guage of combine harvesting efficiency because it can be determined by actually weighing the harvested yield rather than estimating the amount of yield lost to the ground.

Use test data or your own
Corn
Soy
Your Combine and Header Information
Enter your expected combine harvesting efficiency. Typically a combine operates at approximately 70% efficiency. If the Total Annual Separator Hours calculated below look too small you may want to decrease the combine efficiency. If the Total Annual Separator Hours calculated below look too large you may want to increase the combine efficiency.
Wheat head width in feet
Corn head width in feet
Flex header width in feet
Combine Field Efficiency (Typically 70%)
(Must enter value other than 0%)
Your Operational Costs
This total should include additional cost of benefits and taxes. If you wish to include the grain cart operator's cost add the hourly wage to the combine operator hourly labor costs.
Combine Operator Labor Cost (per hour, including taxes and benefits)
Combine Fuel Cost

If you wish to include added grain cart fuel add hourly grain cart fuel usage to the combine fuel usage.

Combine Fuel Consumption (Hourly - Typically 11-13 gph)

Cost per added separator hour usually runs approximately $180 per hour for new combines to $30 per hour for older used combines. If you don't want to consider the added benefit of lower separator hours enter $0.

Cost Per Separator Hour
(How much does your combine devalue for each added separator hour of use?)

Use example prices below or obtain a quote from your local dealership.

List price examples for leveling systems used on John Deere combines:
Leveling System Model 2955S for -- 9560-70 STS combine dual tire, w/ Hillco Leveler Installed = $42,960.00 List Price

Leveling System Model 2970S for -- 96-97-9860-70 STS combine,dual tire w/ Hillco Leveler Installed = $42,085.00 List Price

List price examples for leveling systems used on Case-IH combines:
Leveling System Model 2800 for -- 2577-88 combine, dual tire w/Hillco Leveler, Installed = $42,210.00 List Price


See examples or call your local dealership for a quote.
(On Leveling System Financing)

Enter the number of years (from 1 to 5, whole number) for the desired calculation period.

Market value at the end of 5 years regardless of the length of the calculation period.

Used in net present value calculation

Cash Flows (Totals for Calculation Period)
Positive Cash Flows
Labor Savings
0
Fuel and Lubcriation Savings
0
Increased Income from Machine Harvested Yield
0
Residual Value of Leveling System (At end of Calculation Period)
0
Increased Combine Value Due to Reduced Separator Hours
0
Total Positive Cash Flows
0
Negative Cash Flows
Leveling System Cost (Total Principle & Interest Payments)
-0
Remaining Principle Balance On 5 Year Note
-0
Leveling System Maintenance Cost (Annual 2% of Purchase Price)
-0
Total Negative Cash Flows
-0
Total Net Cash Flow (Positive - Negative)
0
Investment Analysis
Total Average Annual Separator Hours (without leveling system)
0
Total Average Annual Separator Hours (with leveling system)
0
Average Annual Separator Hour Savings
0
Total Separator Hour Savings as % of Total Separator Hours
0
Average Payback Period (in years)
The length of time it takes for an investment to recover its initial cost.
0
Total Net Present Value of Cash Flows
NPV compares the value of a dollar today to the value of that same dollar in the future, taking inflation and returns into account.
0
Internal Rate of Return
The internal rate of return (IRR) method allows you to consider the time value of money. It is the interest rate that is equivalent to the dollar returns you expect from your project. Once you know the rate, you can compare it to the rates you could earn by investing your money in other projects or investments. Usually a business owner will insist that in order to be acceptable, a project must be expected to earn an IRR that is at least several percentage points higher than the cost of borrowing, to compensate the company for its risk, time, and trouble associated with the project.
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