Suffolk-based Claydon Drills will exhibit the production version of its Hybrid T drill at LAMMA. A trailed version of the company’s linkage-mounted hybrid seed/fertiliser unit, the Hybrid T is suitable for sowing directly into stubbles, in min-till situations or on ploughed land. The 6m model on display is expected to account for the majority of sales, although an 8m version is currently being developed and due to go into production sometime soon. Based on a concept which has been proven for 12 years, the Hybrid T incorporates leading tines which break through compacted land, drain and aerate the soil, creating an ideal tilth in which to place the seed. A key design feature of the new model is the use of separate hopper and seeding frames for a constant drilling depth. The weight of the drilling chassis is carried on five centrally-mounted depth wheels which run on 10.0/75 15.3 tyres, the seed hopper being supported by four transport wheels (380/55-17 tyres). Weighing 6.75 tonnes un-laden, the Hybrid T has an overall length of 8.75m. Both models fold to under 3m for transport. Both drills incorporate a 5500-litre hopper, giving a combined seed and fertiliser capacity of approximately four tonnes, with a 60:40 split, but removing a separator plate in the hopper enables the drill to be used for seed only. With an output of up to 10 acres per hour in 6m form, 12.5 acres per hour for the 8m version, the Hybrid T requires 50hp to 60hp per metre to pull it. The company suggests the 6m version with 19 seeding tines needs a 300hp-350hp tractor. 400hp-450hp is needed for the 8m 25-tine unit. A choice of rear toolbar options are available, and the Hybrid T can be fitted with a slug pellet applicator.