DRIVING development of Agrowplow’s new AD730 seed drill was a need to deal with tough local conditions.
Agrowplow, principal, Shannon McNab said his team began building the new model in 2017, targeting a more rugged design with increased accuracy in seed metering for medium and large-scale farms.
Mr McNab said the new drill was suitable for crop seeding and pasture renovation, resulting in efficient sowing and minimal topsoil disturbance.
“Early users have praised its accuracy, durability, and reliability, and are impressed with how easy it is to direct drill into hard dry soils,” he said.
Mr McNab said the AD730 was available in a number of configurations, with 18 and 22 run versions at 225 mm spacing, or 20, 24 or 28 runs at 175 mm spacing.
The drill also features four tool bars and a welded frame with a 550 mm underframe clearance and heavy duty spring release tynes to increase trash handling.
Mr McNab said the large capacity of the hoppers increased sowing efficiency, and a dog clutch system engages when lowered and disengages when raised.
A shaft rotator indicator is included to provide farmers with visual assurance the seed metering system is functioning, while windows in the front of the seed boxes help ensure simple cleaning and calibration, he said.
Mr McNab said to increase flexibility of use, optional features include a disc undercarriage, small seeds box, coulters, press wheels, spring harrows, rubber tyre rollers and trailing flexi-rollers.
“Farmers and contractors can benefit from Agrowplow’s proven track record in developing high quality equipment and ensure the drill performs to meet their specific requirements,” Mr McNab said.
