Tanker upgrade delivers more traction, driver comfort
Distributed in New Zealand by Norwood, Pichon has expanded its SV effluent tanker range with the addition of the new SV12R single-axle and SV15R tandem-axle models.
Designed for deep vertical tillage, the Great Plains inline sub-soiler, marketed by Norwood, shatters yield-robbing compaction layers created by horizontal tillage tools such as ploughs and discs.
With a working depth of 300 to 400mm, the autumn tillage tool resets the soil profile and maintains uniform soil density with minimal topsoil disturbance.
Its high-tensile frame has 9.5mm walled tubing for added strength and durability. Units are available in 700mm (6 shank) or 750mm (5 shank) spacings.
At the business end, a no-till, winged point 250mm wide is used ahead of a 19mm thick no-till shank. The no-till point minimises surface disturbance and the wings create lift and maximise shatter at the sub-surface levels.
Rearwards of the shanks, 25mm) solid rods carry 410mm diameter berm conditioners to help provide a level surface, enabling single-pass seedbed preparation.
Overload protection against sub-surface obstacles like large stone rocks or timber is ensured by auto-reset shanks with a trip force of 1360kgs.
Depth control is set by large diameter depth wheels with screw jacks for easy adjustment.
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