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FOUR CASE IH PRODUCTS WIN AE50 AWARDS

RACINE, Wis. (February 14, 2012)

Four Case IH products have been selected to receive the prestigious 2012 AE50 awards. Sponsored by the American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers (ASABE),the AE50 awards annually recognize the most innovative new agriculture equipment worldwide. This year’s Case IH award recipients include the independent grain tank cross auger control in Case IH Axial-Flow® 30 Series combines, the MagnaCut Fine Cut Chopper for Axial-Flow combines, the Robo-Sharpener and the Steiger® 600 tractor.

The award-winning products were announced in the January/February issue of ASABE’s Resource magazine. They also will be recognized at the Agricultural Equipment Technology Conference on February 14 in Louisville, Kentucky.

“ASABE has consistently recognized Case IH for developing innovative agricultural equipment that helps farmers Be Ready to tackle the challenges and opportunities of today’s agriculture industry,” says Kyle Russell, Senior Director of Marketing for Case IH. “With customers’ input, Case IH creates products that meet the demands of their business while maximizing profitability.”

For two decades, the AE50 awards have recognized the best products introduced in the agricultural, food and biological systems industries. An expert panel selectsup to 50 winnersbased on commercial impact, contributions to agriculture and

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engineering, and advancements in engineering and technological significance.To qualify for the distinct awards, each development must have been produced, advertized and made available for sale in the 2011 calendar year.

About the winning Case IH equipment:

Independent Grain Tank Cross Auger Control, Axial-Flow 30 Series Combines

The independent cross auger control increases efficiency contributing to higher unload rates and ultimately reduces wear and tear on auger systems and components. It does this by allowing operators to shut down cross augers while the vertical and horizontal augers continue movinggrain during unloading, helping to remove all the grain in the vertical and unload tubes. With larger, 17-inch augers and wider openings in the unload sump, the combinecan handle more grain, increasing efficiency in the field.The ability to shut off the cross augers and clean out the vertical and horizontal auger reduces weight and improves efficiency. These features allow load rates to increaseup to 4.5 bushels per second while maintaining the highest quality grain sample in the tank.

Standard on the Case IH Axial-Flow ®9230 combine, the cross-auger control is optional onthe Axial-Flow 7230 and 8230 models.

MagnaCut Extra Fine Cut Chopper for Axial-Flow Combine

With 120 rotating knives, the MagnaCut Extra Fine Cut Chopper is one of six residue management options for Case IH Axial-Flow combines.The fixed counter knivesare adjustable from the fully retracted position, with incremental settings up to the fully engaged position allowing the producer to select the proper chop quality to match his residue requirements. In addition, new slip joints protect the knife blades from foreign objects to prolong knife life.Spreading capabilities are also improved, making planting and tillage easier for farmers.

Ideal for fine residue chopping, especially in Western Canada, the MagnaCut Extra Fine Cut Chopper is available on the Case IH Axial-Flow 7230, 8230 and 9230 combinemodels.

Robo-Sharpenerfor True-Tandem 330 Turbo Blades

The newCase IH Robo-Sharpener™ is the only wavy blade sharpener in the

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world. Designed for sharpening the wavy or regular tillage blades on the Case IH True-Tandem™ 330 Turbo, it is the first manually supervised field-service robot that gives operators the flexibility to use it where they need it.

The Robo-Sharpener is equipped with a trolley system, allowing it to roll along a

rail from blade to blade. Agang driver rotates the blades at ideal speeds, sharpening edges in minutes. This balance also keeps heat away from the blade, sothe steel integrity is not compromised.

Because it is a mounted implement, there is no worry about finding level ground; sharpening can happen in the field, farm yard or service bay.

Whilelabor and travel costs vary by area, using the Robo-Sharpener from your local Case IH dealer can save operators up to 85 percent compared to the cost to re-blade an implement.

Steiger600 Tractor

Boasting 670 peak engine horsepower, the Case IH Steiger® 600 tractor delivers extra engine horsepower to navigate steep hillsides, tough residue conditions, or to meet the higher PTO and hydraulic power demands of today’s larger, more productive implements. The power-packed 12.9-liter engine is Tier 4A emissions compliant and equipped withSelective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) technology for up to 10 percent fuel savings.

The Steiger 600 is available in wheeled or the exclusive Case IH Quadtrac® configuration, which uses four independent tracks with a positive drive system, to minimize ground pressure, reduce compaction and improve traction.

Featuring one of the largest and quietest cabs in the industry,with exclusive four corner cab suspension,the Steiger 600 is designed for the ultimate in comfort during long days in the field. Steiger tractors feature an exclusive 40-degree, right-hand swivel seat that provides operators with a more ergonomic field of vision to see the front of the tractor, while also monitoring the implement behind. Cab controls have been relocated to the upper right-hand side of the cab within easy reach, while the most frequently used functions are contained in the new MultiControl Armrest console. The MultiControl Armrest can also accommodate the optional Pro 700 monitor, which is the largest touch screen monitor offered for easy tractor and implement control.Common to all Case IH high horsepower tractors, the console brings 85 percent of tractoroperations into one easy-to-operate controllerthat fits easily into the operators hand for ergonomic single point operation.

Case IH is a global leader in agricultural equipment, committed to collaborating with its customers to develop the most powerful, productive, reliable equipment – designed to meet today’s agricultural challenges. Challenges like feeding an expanding global population on less land, meeting ever-changing government regulations and managing input costs. With headquarters in the United States, Case IH has a network of dealers and distributors that operates in over 160 countries. Case IH provides agricultural equipment systems, flexible financial service offerings and parts and service support for professional farmers and commercial operators through a dedicated network of professional dealers and distributors. Productivity enhancing products include tractors; combines and harvesters; hay and forage equipment; tillage tools; planting and seeding systems; sprayers and applicators; site-specific farming tools and utility vehicles. CaseIH is a brand of CNH (NYSE: CNH), a majority-owned subsidiary of Fiat Industrial S.p.A. (FI.MI).

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The Independent Grain Tank Cross Auger Control found on the new Case IH Axial-Flow 30 Series combinesis one of four Case IH products to receive an AE50 award from the ASABE. This control helps speed up unload rates and ultimately extend the life of auger components.

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The Case IH MagnaCut Fine Cut Chopper is one of six residue management options for Case IH Axial-Flow combines. This chopper is ideal for fine residue chopping. The chopper has been selected to receive a 2012 AE50 award from the ASABE.

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The Case IHRobo-Sharpener is the world’s first field service robot for sharpening wavy tillage blades. The Robo-Sharpener was selected to receive a 2012 AE50 award from the ASABE.

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With peak 670 horsepower, the new Case IH Steiger 600 tractor blends technology with comfort. The exclusive Quadtrac configuration reduces compaction and improves traction, while thefour post cab suspension, 40-degree right-hand swivel seat and new MultiControl Armrest console make long days in the field easier. The Steiger 600 is a 2012 ASABE AE50 award recipient.

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