All new Axis VS PRO ISObus spreaders from Kuhn Farm Machinery are fitted with technology to improve spreading accuracy when the tractor turns onto the headland tramline.
Called Optipoint PRO, the spreading pattern and drop point of the headland pass are modified towards the centre of the field to cover a greater area. This increases the working width from the field-side disc while allowing the outer disc to operate the border spreading technology. A wider internal headland is created, allowing spreaders to switch-off earlier when applying the field passes. Said to be especially helpful for awkward shaped fields and short works, tailored settings can be used for different fertiliser characteristics, with an increase of up to a +4-drop point, or up to +60% application rate.
The technology also accounts for lateral distribution. “Lateral distribution of fertiliser granules should be adapted to the working width, product type and disc setup,” says Edd Fanshawe, Kuhn’s arable and connected services product specialist. “The Optipoint PRO system adjusts the drop point and rate to ensure accurate application over the increased width and maintain the spread pattern.”
Compatible with all ISObus terminals, a future product update will allow users to view accurate coverage maps using Optipoint PRO.
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