Amazone introduces new Catros compact disc harrow
The Amazone Catros+ 6003-2TS Special offers all the same advantages as the existing models in the Catros family. It is ideal for shallow soil tillage from a working depth of 5cm and can also be used at depths of up to 14cm to reliably incorporate larger quantities of organic matter. And operating speeds of up to 18km/h maximise efficiency, according to the company.
By dispensing with added equipment such as front tools, catch crop seeder boxes or the double disc roller, the Catros+ 6003-2TS Special is a simple yet robust frame concept. Thanks to this new weight optimisation the compact disc harrow achieves an axle load of less than 3.5t in every possible configuration. As a result, there is no need for a braking system. Even without a braking system, EU type approval is available for this model. The machine is offered in a fixed basic configuration with a Category 3 lower linkage, fully hydraulic working depth adjustment and 510mm coarse serrated discs. The roller can be individually selected from a specially compiled range of rollers to suit every type of soil. The Catros Special features the comfortable Smart Frame System. This frame concept allows the working depth to be adjusted hydraulically whilst on the move. This is done by simply rotating the disc carrier arms. When the working depth is increased, the discs are turned away from the main frame, which increases the distance between the rows of discs, the frame and the packer roller. While doing so, the main frame always remains parallel to the ground. A one-off alignment of the frame at the start is sufficient.
Furthermore, the swivelling bogey chassis can be used in two different positions while working. In position one, the bogey chassis is lifted right over the disc element. The resulting additional weight can be used to improve the penetration of the discs into the ground in especially heavy and hard conditions. In position two, the bogey chassis is positioned behind the machine at a height of approx. 50 cm above the ground. This ensures that the machine is optimally balanced and, together with the hydraulic shock absorption system, enables exceptionally smooth running under even the toughest conditions. The Catros+ 6003-2TS Special also features maintenance-free disc bearings. With no need for lubrication, this results in a significantly reduced overall maintenance time.
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