Friday, 06 December 2024 12:55

More front hoppers

Written by  Staff Reporters
Horsch front hopper. Horsch front hopper.

German seeding specialists Horsch have announced a new 1600- litre double-tank option that will join its current Partner FT single tank line-up.

In addition, there are also plans for new double-tank models for 2025, with 1700l (1.7 FT) and 2100l (2.1 FT) capacities, alongside a 2500l (2.5 FT) tripletank unit.

Said to provide greater flexibility when applying one or more components, the front tanks can be combined with seed drills or alternatively used to apply fertiliser at depth while cultivating. They can also be combined with the Transformer VF, Cura ST or Finer SL.

Like the Pronto, Versa and Avatar, the latest Partner FTs are equipped with the I-Manager operating system, with new packer options transferring the weight to the front of the tractor to optimise the weight distribution and minimise compaction.

Specifically designed support kits for the pneumatic piping for the existing front hoppers is also compatible with the new models. The kit consists of an adjustable attachment arm that can be positioned for height and attachment angle depending on the tractor. New quick couplers are said to provide a timesaving and toolfree method to connect the pneumatic hoses from mounted rear implements to the front mounted tank.

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