Kuhn Farm Machinery has added a 4.0m version of its combination min-till seed drill to its growing range of Espro trailed machines. Called the 4000 RC, it uses the same two rows of cultivating discs followed by a single row of 900mm diameter offset press wheels as the existing models.
An additional row of single disc coulters behind the working discs delivers fertiliser or a second seed variety directly in front of the press wheels and equidistant from each of the two main rows of seed. Kuhn says placing fertiliser to this level of precision ensures the seed receives the necessary nutrients during the early stages of growth whilst also minimising the risk of the young plants being scorched by coming into direct contact with the fertiliser.
The 4,000-litre, twin-compartment hopper is divided on a 2400:1600 litre (fertiliser:seed) basis, two separate metering and distribution systems providing several potential modes of operation. These include the ability to sow one seed variety from both compartments; seed and fertiliser from the separate compartments; two main crop varieties; or a mixture of two seed varieties with each sown to a different depth.
An optional set of front press wheels with in-cab pressure adjustment can also be added to provide a level soil surface ahead of the working discs and to prevent the machine from sinking into lighter or wet soils.
The 4000 RC joins Kuhn’s existing trailed Espro line-up, which includes the 3.0m rigid 3000, the 4.0m and 6.0m foldable 4000 R and 6000 R, and the foldable combination 6000 RC. 4000 RC prices start at £97,124.
