25 October 2015, 12:17
Seeding or planting with a front mounted hopper offers the advantage of an ideal front/rear load distribution. With the new PA1, the seeding is even smoother thanks to the packing action of the integrated rubber roller.
The new PA1 can hold up to 1.300-liter of seed or fertilizer. This means that a farmer can seed several hectares with a single load and save additional time during refilling, as the height of the hopper is comfortably low (1,53 m).
This front hopper is equipped with the proven Gaspardo metering system known for its simplicity and precision. The high-capacity volumetric metering system is used to seed all types of seeds and fertilizer from 1,5 to 550 kg/ha without the need for dismantling or tools. Reliable electric control of the metering system ensures drilling precision even at high speed. All components are made with corrosion-resistant materials.
The powerful blower could be driven by the tractor’s hydraulic circuit (ideal for tractors not equipped with a front PTO) or linked to an independent oil circuit (55 l of oil). The integrated packer roller features with four self-steering wheels. This roller consolidates the soil between the tractor wheels for better soil/ seed contact and limits compaction by the tractor front wheels. The wheels are incorporated under the hopper in order to provide a compact front tank stable and safe on the road. The special tank design ensures great visibility.
Source: MASCHIO DEUTSCHLAND GmbH; MASCHIO GASPARDO S.p.A.