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Amazone has added a new model to its Venterra mechanical hoe range.
With many European manufacturers releasing mechanical weeding systems to counter the backlash around the use and possible banning of agrochemicals, Amazone has added a new model to its Venterra mechanical hoe range.
Joining the existing 2K Series that offers working widths from 1-12 metres, the new 1K lightweight all-rounder is available in working widths up to 4.2m.
Designed for smaller operations and tractors from 60hp, the modular design allows the rearmounted hoe to be equipped with various parallelograms for row widths from 16cm to 90cm. Numerous tools can also be fitted, and the patented RapidoClip quick-change system allows blades to be changed without tools, while an optional kit also allows front mounting.
Easing the load on the operator, two row guidance options both control the side-shifting frame. The Horus camera system recognises the crop based on its position or, in 3D mode, on the height differences, while recognition can also be provided by colour selection.
No manual adjustments are needed with the in-house developed SmartVision camera system due to its automatic slope correction and the option of use with a row sensor.
The Venterra 1K can also be used with various Amazone machines to combine hoeing with other tasks, like the FTender front hopper that works in conjunction with a distribution head on the hoe, or the RowSpray band sprayer that can be used with the same front hopper. Other details include a GPS-Switch for automatic part-width section control, which raises and lowers the hoeing units hydraulically and individually.
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