This is the semi-automatic potato planter from UM which in few minutes can be converted into a ridger. Thus – here are two quality implements in one.
Versatile
The planter is well-suited for chitted seed.
Capacity up to 3,3 acres (1,5 ha) a day at 70-80 cm. row width.
Row width adjustable from 65 to 85 cm. in steps of 5 cm.
Spacing stepless adjustable from 25 to 40 cm.
Applicable for planting og all shapes and sizes of seed.
Equipped with platform for boxes.
This potato planter is designed for those who:
grow potatoes on such a scale that purchase of an automatic planter cannot be justified.
have specialized in eraly production and use chitted seed only.
are responsible for the potato development on test farms and in agricultural institutes.
Ridger
In standard execution the planter includes ridger with 450 mm shares. The shares are individually adjustable and they are equipped with an automatic stone release system.
The planting aggregate
For each row the is a feeding rotor. This has got 6 cells into which the potatoes are placed manually. The rotors are worked by a chain connected to a stepwheel following behind the machine. By means of this stepwheel it is possible to adjust the planting distance from 25 to 40 cm. The planting aggregate is also available as a separate unit. Ordering number UM1550 Planting Aggregate.
Technical specifications:
Row width: - 65-85 cm
Spacings: - 25-40 cm
Width (70 cm row width): - 205 cm
Weight: - 250 kg