New hopper-less rear mounted frame developed
6th March 2025
With wetter planting windows the new norm, a change in machinery can be the difference between getting seed in the ground or not.
Fentech Agri started working on a new product at the end of last year, with the aim of reducing the size/weight of the drill rig specifically for suboptimal conditions.
This led to the design of the TS-APL – a hopper-less rear mounted frame that has been designed for use with the existing Fentech Agri FH1800.
The absence of a hopper increases the visibility of the machine in work, reduces the weight and keeps the weight constant which allows the 30mm arable tines to be spread over four bars which greatly improves trash flow especially in chopped straw or cover crops.
Depth control is achieved by the hydraulic adjustment of four pneumatic wheels rather than the traditional spring flex roller, which brings a further weight reduction. This means a smaller drill tractor can be used – especially useful for wetter seasons.
The mounted frame is available in 4.8 or 6m working widths and can be equipped with two separate distribution heads for intercropping, an applicator for a second or third product as well as a choice of chain covering harrow or spring tines.
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