1.

Function

:

For sowing groundnut and other seeds

2.

Specification

:

i. Type

:

Tractor mounted 

ii. Overall dimensions

:

2500 x 1030 x 1240 mm

iii. Weight

:

410 kg

iv. No. of rows

:

9

v. Row spacing

:

Adjustable

vi.  Hill spacing

:

Adjustable

3.

General Information

:

Seed box along with cup feed type seed metering mechanism is mounted on the cultivator frame and the seeds are dropped in the furrows opened by the cultivator shovels. Side wings are provided to the shovels for proper placement of seeds at the required depth.  Power to operate the seed metering discs is taken from the ground wheel through a clutch.  A square bar is provided at the rear  to close the seeds in the furrows.  The seed to seed distance can be changed by changing the sprockets provided in the metering shaft.    The operator can stop seed dropping by disengaging the clutch provided. Highly suitable for sowing groundnut with out damage to kernels.  

4.

Cost of the unit

:

Rs. 45,000/- 

5.

Salient features

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