Sulky has increased the capacity of its Xeos TF front hopper, improved pneumatic transport capability and launched a double-disc drilling toollbar to meet the needs of large-scale farmers and contractors.
A new frame offers greater capacity in the Xeos TF front hopper. Maximum load ballast on the front is now 1,500kg, without counting the hopper load. This capacity increase makes the TF an ideal drill for use with medium- to very high-powered tractors, and provides the flexibility to balance load according to drilling toolbar used. The new frame also improves accessibility for operators, allowing adjustments to be made more easily.
A special fertiliser performance kit for the injection system has increased the pneumatic transport capacity by 40 per cent.
A new folding double-disc drilling tool bar for the Xeos TF offers controlled drilling depth with good soil/seed contact at high forward speeds. The Twindisc sowing line is suitable for folding sowing bars from 4.0m to 6.0m wide, and is available with row spacing of 12.5cm or 15.0cm.
Each sowing unit is equipped with an independent parallelogram linkage and a press wheel. This allows the unit to follow the ground contours perfectly and ensure seeds are placed at a consistent depth. Sustained consolidation helps to ensure a rapid and even emergence.
Each sowing unit can be set to provide up to 50kg of pressure, and is easily adjusted without tools thanks to the carefully designed notched upper link that keeps the spring tensioned. A handle makes centralised depth adjustments, with a visual indicator allowing precise control of the settings. The sowing line is linked to the power harrow roller to its adjustment is completely independent of the soil tillage depth.
Each sowing line is mounted with an offset double-disc. This produces narrow furrows that minimise soil disturbance regardless of the sowing depth. Seed trajectory has been optimised, with seeds placed precisely at the bottom of the furrow by gravity with the aid of a vent to release air pressure between the two discs, reducing bounce. The depth control wheels are flanged to prevent soil overrunning onto the row, especially at high forward speeds.
The double-disc seed drill is designed for minimal maintenance. Improved integrity on moving parts comes courtesy of double lip V-ring seals, an absence of grease points and discs mounted on doable row ball bearings. The joint pin, made of Arcor treated steel, also offers excellent wear resistance.
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