Tractor-mounted row crop cultivator METIS 500

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Description
The AGRIVAUX METIS 500 inter-row cultivator, managed by the detachable SS500 side-shift, is a versatile solution for precision field work. It is designed for inter-row hoeing, soil preparation, strip-till, seeding, planting and band spraying. Multiple guidance options and an ISOBUS-compatible CCI terminal provide accurate, user-friendly control to optimise performance in diverse conditions.

Key Features

• SS500 side-shift frame:
  • Detachable from the cultivator for use in other operations (soil preparation, strip-till, seeding, band spraying).
  • Compact width: 320 mm.
• Stabilising discs: manual or hydraulic adjustment; positive toe-in to maintain course on slopes.
• Compatibility with row spacings from 12.5 to 150 cm for flexible crop layouts.
• Hydraulic weight transfer: parallelogram on each unit with hydraulic cylinder; interconnected oil flow ensures equal ground pressure on all gauge wheels.
• Trailing gauge wheels: minimal influence on steering and reduced pull resistance.
• Hoeing units: can be lifted to 45° while gauge wheels remain in contact with the ground, keeping the unit assembly parallel so guidance remains effective.
• Tool springs mounted in graduated brackets for simple positioning and secure retention.
• Multiple tool mounting positions to accommodate a variety of implements.
• Flat sweeps for consistent working depth across the inter-row.
• Rotary finger weeders designed with flexibility to operate among very young seedlings.
• Tine harrows to level soil and clear soil from weed roots.
• Automatic guidance options: manual joystick, camera, standalone RTK, RTK linked to tractor RTK, mechanical feelers, ultrasonic sensors.
• ISOBUS CCI-compatible terminal for intuitive full-machine control.
• CAN bus network for simple and reliable communication.
• Adaptable spraying system allowing application on the crop row or between rows.
• Lighting and road transport equipment fitted and CE-compliant.

Available Options

• Hydraulic stabilising discs for precise terrain adjustment.
• Preparation for variable row spacings to allow easy repositioning of individual units.
• Spraying system for crop-row or between-row application.
• Treated (powder-coated) sweeps to preserve cutting performance and extend service life.
• Flexible rotary finger weeders to work inside the crop row without damaging plants.
• Cutting discs to prevent crop uprooting from soil displacement.
• Flanged gauge wheels to reduce clogging when closing rows.
• Two gauge wheels per row on each unit to improve working accuracy.
• Individual 45° unit lift (manual or automatic) while keeping gauge wheels on the ground.
• Preparation for RTK antenna.

Tractor Requirements

• Hydraulic supply: continuous-flow hydraulic circuit or load-sensing system.
• Double-acting hydraulic connection for folding.
• Single-acting hydraulic connection for adjustment of hydraulic stabilisers.
• Single-acting hydraulic connection for the hydraulic weight-transfer system.

Technical specifications

• Brand: AGRIVAUX
• Model: METIS 500
• Controlled by: SS500 side-shift (detachable)
• SS500 compact dimension: 320 mm
• Compatible row spacings: 12.5 cm to 150 cm
• Unit lift: up to 45° while gauge wheels remain in contact with the ground
• Hydraulic weight transfer with interconnected flow between units for equal gauge wheel pressure
• Trailing gauge wheels to reduce steering influence and pull resistance
• ISOBUS terminal: CCI-compatible for full machine control
• CAN bus network for communication
• Automatic guidance options: manual joystick, camera, standalone RTK, RTK linked to tractor RTK, mechanical feelers, ultrasonic sensors
• Available tools: flat sweeps, rotary finger weeders, tine harrows, treated sweeps, cutting discs
• Optional features: hydraulic stabilising discs, variable row spacing preparation, flanged gauge wheels, two gauge wheels per row, RTK antenna preparation
• Lighting and road transport equipment compliant with CE requirements