1870 Air Hoe Drills introduced by John Deere
Feature Conserva Pak™ hydraulic shank openers for precise depth control

John Deere now provides customers an efficient, environmentally friendly seeding solution with hydraulic-tine technology on the new 1870 Air Hoe Drills. The 1870 Air Hoe Drill is available in two widths, the three-section 40-ft. model, and the five-section 56-ft. model. Transport width for both models is 20 feet. A rigid, three-rank frame provides strength and support for even and consistent depth and yet allows the openers to follow contours and flex with field conditions to deliver the seed at the prescribed depth. The new Conserva Pak shanks use simple and adjustable hydraulic accumulator force for accurate fertilizer placement down to six inches deep, even in variable field conditions. There is low soil and residue disturbance with a very positive closing system by the seed opener to ensure good seed to soil contact. This system also builds organic matter and sequesters CO2. This increases available nitrogen, allowing it to be mineralized into a form available to the crop, which means less run-off or leaching. Seed depth consistency is also improved on the 1870 Air Hoe Drills because the hydraulic accumulators permit separate control of down force of the fertilizer shank and the press wheel/seed opener. The Conserva Pak opener achieves consistent depth with an even amount of soil placed over the seed in a single or paired-row setting – even in variable seeding conditions. Another feature is that the easily adjustable openers, with independent downforce can be set between 100 – 800 pounds with a trip clearance to meet seeding conditions. The adjustable breakout force is ideal for rocky conditions.

For more information, visit our Web site at www.JohnDeere.com/Ag or contact your local John Deere dealer.

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