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71 series planter unit is the answer for low cost accurate
planting. Several unique features add real benefits from easy
depth control adjustments to setting seed population. Seed
plates are available for a wide variety of seed. Thousands
of rows of this style planter have earned their reputation
all across North America as a dependable accurate row unit.
The 71 series planter unit provides a greater degree of flexibility
allowing you to customize the specifications to best fit your
farming operation. You may opt to order 71 series row units
less the toolbar knowing they will fit most popular toolbar
sizes. Standard toolbar lengths are and 3 point hitches are
available. Also, you may special order toolbar lengths to complete
your planter customization.
71 series planters are built to last. Exclusive design features
maintain precision and accuracy for many years of profitable,
dependable performance. 12” heat-treated double disc
openers are particularly well suited for opening the furrow
and depositing seed in hard or higher residue soil conditions.
Sealed bearings keep dust out, reduce maintenance and last
longer.
Parallel linkages allow the 71 series planter unit to flex
over ground contours and provides for a more uniform planting
depth. Adjustable down pressure springs take the bounce out
of the row unit and can be helpful when extra down pressure
is needed for soil penetration in tough conditions. The real
benefit of this feature is being able to add up 80 pounds
of spring pressure in addition to the 115 pound weight of
the 71 series planter unit. This compact, light-draft planter
unit is ideal for fast, accurate planting.
Fewer stops to refill and more acres planted result from
a large capacity 1.3-bushel seed hopper. Each seed hopper
is conveniently located at a height to make filling easy
and fast. Evenly spaced seed is accomplished through precision
hopper parts and a positive ground drive. Heavy-duty hopper
support keeps the drive mechanism in accurate alignment.
Each ground drive is enclosed to protect its components from
the elements. Inside the enclosure a drive chain is utilized
to connect the drive wheel to the seed plate drive, which
makes for smooth running and accurate seeding rates. The
drive wheel plays three crucial roles in the planting process:
these being providing drive to the seed hopper, closing the
seed trench while simultaneously gauging the depth of the
seed. By being totally self-contained, this drive configuration
makes possible an endless selection of row spacings.
Setting the depth control on the 71 series planter unit
is quick and easy, plus done without tools. Simply pull a
spring-loaded stop and a numbered cam can be turned to obtain
a desired depth. Each number on the cam scale represents ¼” change
in depth providing ample settings for most types of seed.
The total range of depth settings is from 0 – 2.5”.
Wide selections of press wheels are available for various
soil types to ensure the seed trench is properly closed.
This assists in plant germination and uniform emergence to
get the seedlings off to the right start to provide a return
on your investment. Your choice of press wheels lets you
customize the 71 series planter unit to meet your soil conditions
and special planting needs.
Several options are available so you can fine tune the 71
series planter unit for maximum planting performance.
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