Ploughs

or slopes, can be responded to safely and quickly, thereby enabling perfect matching to the last furrow. The working depth is adjusted either mechanically or hydraulically via the substantially suspended support wheel that not only ensures precise depth control, but reduces soil compaction. In addition, the standard hydropneumatic suspension of the support wheel ensures maximum driver comfort and safety on the road. The easily adjustable pull line minimises side pull resulting savings in pulling power and in fuel consumption.

The Tyrok can also be optionally equipped with traction control for reduced slippage. In this case, a hydraulic cylinder transfers weight to the rear tractor axle to provide maximum pulling power and even higher fuel savings.

The new SpeedBlade plough body, with its patented extra-large front shin on the mouldboard, means minimal wear on the main mouldboard. With increasing forward speeds, the main wear point is automatically shifted further towards the centre of the plough body and, as a result, any wear on the body is taken by this enlarged front shin and not on the main part of the slatted or solid mouldboard meaning, therefore, even at those higher forward speeds, that only the front shin of the mouldboard has to be initially replaced on the Tyrok.

Kuhn extends Master plough range

The Multi-Master L extends KUHN’s Master mounted plough range, sitting between the Master 153 and 183 models. Available with 4, 5 or 6 bodies, there are both in-furrow and on-land formats suitable for tractors from 200 to 300 horsepower. On-land models can be set up to also work in-furrow. A new working width adjustment system allows furrow width to be set at 35, 40, 45 or 50cm without removing any bolts. Kuhn’s patented Pro Set system allows tool-free adjustment of levelling, offset, depth and

skimmers. Whilst saving time, the ability to quickly and simply maintain optimum confguration of the machine according to furrow width and conditions always ensures peak performance, thereby reducing fuel consumption and wear on the plough.

Also new on the Multi-Master L is an integrated adjustable press arm that enables simultaneous furrow pressing to conserve moisture and create optimum seedbed conditions. With a reinforced anchor, the press arm is designed for use with the heaviest rollers on the market and is adjustable either mechanically or hydraulically from the tractor cab (as an option). The press arm is designed to allow ploughing up to the edge of the feld and is suitably compact in transport to ft within the dimensions of the plough.

As with other ploughs in Kuhn’s Master range, the MultiMaster L is available with traction bolt or non-stop hydraulic safety. The optional Opti-Drive headstock suspension system provides additional protection of both plough and tractor when in work or in transport.

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Kverneland introduces 2300S mounted plough

The 2300S auto-reset plough is a new addition to the Kverneland range, replacing the popular EG200 model.

The lightweight, fullymounted reversible plough is available in three-, four-, four plus one, and fve-furrow builds, and can be specifed with 85cm or 100cm point-to-point clearance.

Underbeam clearance is increased from 70 to 80cm compared to its predecessor, creating more generous trash clearance, and all models are available as vari-width ploughs, offering hydraulic adjustment of furrow widths from 30-55cm.

Receiving features found on much larger ploughs such as the aero-profle plough leg assembly, the 2300S can be specifed with the optional trailer-transport headstock. This development, frst seen on the innovative i-Plough, allows the plough to be towed so it follows the tractor, just like any other trailed implement.

This eliminates the overhang usually associated with carrying a fully-mounted plough, and simultaneously improves road safety.

Skimmers offer a single point of adjustment, and a revised autoreset spring protection system sees pressure increased from 1200kg to 1700kg, keeping the plough working in tougher conditions. For extreme conditions, one additional spring can be easily added to the outside of the spring pack, lifting the pressure by a further 100kg.

A wide range of depth wheel options are available, including a hydraulically adjustable depth wheel.

Depth wheel design is one that uses a swivelling bracket, allowing the wheel to hang as the plough is turned over.

The 2300S is also available with XHD Carbide – Kverneland’s extra heavy-duty plough parts that use a new design of tungsten carbide tile that wraps around the leading edge of parts. This corner tile design prevents the hard-wearing elements from being damaged or knocked off by hidden obstructions, when leading edges are put to work.

Alongside the plough point, XHD is available for short and long landsides, shins and skimmer shares.

Lemken Juwel 10 for large HP tractors well received in UK

The Juwel 10 plough from Lemken was introduced in 2020. It is Lemken’s most powerful reversible plough with up to seven furrows in shear bolt specifcation and six furrows with a full hydraulic auto reset system. With a performance spectrum of up to 450 hp depending on the number of furrows and equipment chosen, it can even replace a more expensive semi-mounted plough. The on-land version plough can operate with tractors up to four metres in width, with wide base tyres or for track laying tractors.

The 160 x 160 mm frame and 130 mm diameter turnover axle make the Juwel 10 a powerhouse, which can handle the most diffcult of conditions. A damping cylinder in the plough headstock reduces the load on the tractor and protects the unit components on the headland and in road transport. The transport function is convenient, as the upper linkage does not have to be uncoupled when travelling on roads, which

also contributes to operator safety since there is no longer a need to handle machinery between the tractor and the equipment.

The onland version of the Juwel 10 ‘really impresses’ comments Lemken UK General Manager Paul Creasy. ‘The adjustment is constructed in such a way that suffcient distance is always preserved to the edge of the furrow’ comments Paul. If, due to certain conditions, the soil surface should make transfer of traction impossible, the Juwel 10 can quickly be adjusted to ploughing in the furrow.

Like the Juwel 8, the Juwel 10 is available with hydraulic angle adjustment with memory option, from the tractor cab. For good reconsolidation the Juwel 10 can be used in conjunction with the Lemken range of VarioPak furrow presses.

For more info visit www. lemken.com

Maschio range of ploughs

Offering the latest technology Maschio ploughs are built for versatility and reliability. Mechanical variable width is standard across all Maschio ploughs ensuring the line-of-pull remains true, a hydraulic option can be specifed. Shearbolt or non-stop hydraulic (NSH) autoreset safety options are also available across the range and remove the challenges created by stony ground.

• UNICO M - mounted reversible range is available with 3 - 5 furrows, up to 200hp • UNICO L - mounted reversible range is available with 4 - 6 furrows, up to 300hp. Standard point to point clearance for the

UNICO range is 95cm with an under-beam clearance of 80cm. • MIRCO - semi-mounted reversible range is available with 6 - 9 furrows, up to 400hp. Standard point to point clearance is 105cm with an under-beam clearance of 80cm.

Introduced to the UK in 2020, The MIRCO semi-mounted is available as either ‘in furrow’ or ‘on land’. A simple adjustment of the offset ram and a positive mechanical stop means the ‘on land/in furrow’ model can be changed to suit wheeled tractors for ‘in furrow’ use or tracked machines for ‘on land’. The ability to turn the plough over without closing the offset, combined with the luxury of smooth turnover and a turning circle over 1000, means headland turns are quick effcient and effortless.

The beam alignment ram memory function on the UNICO (optional on 3 furrow models) makes turning the plough simple. The ram extends automatically to ensure nothing hits the ground and once back in its working position it returns to the preset position. This means less wear for the pins, bushes and link rods, resulting in less maintenance. The hydraulic alignment ram also doubles as a hillside function on the UNICO range to maintain true line on hillsides. Long style MP4WD bodies with wide shares enable larger tyres to be used in the furrow and the bodies ensure complete inversion from 10cm down to 35cm (4” - 14”).

Prices for the UNICO M start from £18,359 the UNICO L starts from £26,274 and the MIRCO starts from £49,295 depending on specifcation. All Maschio ploughs come with a 3 year manufacturer warranty. A full range of optional extras is also available.

PSX range of ploughs from New Holland

PSX-OL On Land/In Furrow plough - New Holland has designed the PSX range of ploughs for high capacity ploughing. The range is available in ultra-high capacity fve to eight furrow confgurations. All models beneft from robust frames that offer high ground clearance. The range of PSX ploughs incorporates heavy duty beam housing technology. All models feature high ground clearance and are ftted with one of the largest wheel dimensions available on the market – 15.5/80-24 – when ftted, this delivers low pull resistance during feld work, and high stability during road transport. The PSX range is compatible with tractors of up to 360hp.

Easy transport - The PSX range’s overall narrow transport width, low centre of gravity and ideal weight distribution make for easy and effcient transport, even when travelling over rough and uneven surfaces.

On-Land extension - A factory ftted On-Land extension can be specifed on 6, 7 and 8 furrow variants. This extension can also be retroftted on farm to enable fexibility for both onland and in-furrow ploughing. An optional front wheel delivers additional stability when ploughing.