Cultivator discs
84,5 € rrp
CrossCutter Disc Ø450 For CR 300-400 s/n 15076-, CR 420-650 s/n 14972-, CR 925 s/n 14927-, CR 820 & 1225 s/n 15014-.Year model 2019. V-55 steel. Art. No: 208020.
98,5 € rrp
CrossCutter Disc Ø510 For Carrier XL 425–725 with 51cm - 61cm disc. Art. No: 208022.
92,9 € rrp
CrossCutter Disc Aggressive Ø450 For CR 300-400 s/n 15076-, CR 420-650 s/n 14972-, CR 925 s/n 14927-, CR 820 & 1225 s/n 15014-. Year model 2019. V-55 steel. Art. No: 243333.
108 € rrp
CrossCutter Disc Aggressive Ø510 For Carrier XL 425–725 with 51cm - 61cm disc. V-55 steel. Art. No: 231133.
CrossCutter Disc
- Complete cover crop elimination after one pass
- Shallow working depth – less fuel – higher speed
- Excellent in oilseed rape stubble
- Great in grain stubble, helps fight grass weed
- Ensures excellent seed-to-soil contact, promoting rapid germination and creating an effective stale seedbed
- Ploughed land seedbed preparation – creates fine tilth.
- Since the bolt holes are drilled instead of being punched, cracking is counteraced during the manufacturing process
- All discs are developed, tested and produced in our own factory
- Produced in high quality Swedish V-55-steel
- Lifetime warranty against cracks
CrossCutter Disc Aggressive
The newest addition to the CrossCutter Disc family, the CrossCutter Disc Aggressive is developed for challenging field conditions. With its unique shape and sharpened TrueCut cut outs, CrossCutter Disc Aggressive excels in hard soils and in heavy residues where soil penetration might otherwise be an issue. All while still working ultra-shallow and moving substantially less soil than a conventional disc.
CrossCutter Disc Aggressive
- Milled cutouts maintains shape longer
- More aggressive on heavy residues such as silage maize, heavy oil seed rape stalks or sunflower stubble
- Increased penetration capacity in heavy land or hard conditions
- All discs are developed, tested and produced in our own factory
- Produced in high quality Swedish V-55-steel
- Lifetime warranty against cracks
Cover crops boosts soil health and yield potential
In the case of cover crops an early establishment is crucial to maximize the potential of the crop in terms of contribution to soil health. A fully established cover crop returns more nutrients to the soil from nitrogen fixation, adds more organic matter, improves soil structure and stimulates greater microbial activity; these benefits are all carried forward into the next growing season and the following crops.
Make sure to benefit from the cover crops potential When breaking a fully grown cover crop, a full cut out at ultra-shallow tillage depth provides high capacity and great agronomic benefits. Working intensively at a depth of 0-3 cm crushes and mulches the cover crop without mixing the plant residues into an oxygen-free environment further down the soil profile. After the first pass, the stems of the cover crops are crushed and microorganisms get access to the biomass to do their work.
This breaks down the cover crop completely and gives the full potential to benefit the soil structure as well as minimize some risks in the following main crop.
Increase yield potential by maintaining good field hygiene
Field hygiene is centred around the management of waste seeds after harvesting maize, canola or cereals where the aim is to get the whole seed bank to germinate and the plant residues to start decomposing as soon as possible. A reduced seed bank improves the competitive advantage of the next crop and can reduce the cost of herbicides.
Many waste seeds and weeds are triggered to germinate by sunlight. If buried too deeply, they can remain in a dormant state for many years and then germinate and grow during tillage, requiring weed treatments. By giving the waste seeds and weeds good soil contact with good access to sunlight, an ultra-shallow tillage provides a certainty that they will all germinate in the false seedbed, when you want them to germinate, not years later. The emerged false seedbed can then be broken with a second tillage and give the next crop a clean top layer of soil.
Improve conditions for soil life The biological soil life such as earth worms, soil microbes are crucial in building soil health. Soil life helps out with everything from nutrient efficiency, building soil structure, keeping moisture, infiltration, protection against insects, diseases and stress. Ultra-shallow tillage in the dry topsoil layer leads to minimal losses of earthworms and the breaking of capillarity done with ultra-shallow tillage retains moisture in the lower soil layers making earthworms and other soil life more active. Leaving plant residues in the upper soil layers also favours earthworm activity, as it increases the rate of decomposition and at the same time gives the earthworms access to the plant residues on the surface, which in turn increases the organic content of the soil and provides the subsequent crop with a better environment and vegetation.
TrueCut – sharpened to perfection
The Väderstad TrueCut discs have milled cutouts, offering the exact same edge around the whole disc. This gives an extremely uniform cutting result around the entire disc.
- Keeps shape and aggressiveness throughout its entire lifetime
- Sharper edges in cutouts
- Efficient cutting and mixing over time
- Since the bolt holes are drilled instead of being punched, cracking is counteracted during the manufacturing process
- All discs are developed, tested and produced in our own factory
- Produced in high quality Swedish V-55-steel
- Lifetime warranty against cracks
56,5 € rrp
Disc Ø432 conical System Disc Aggressive. Year model 2001–2005. For Carrier and TopDown. V-55 steel. Art. No: 459608.
56,5 € rrp
Disc Ø450 conical System Disc Aggressive. Year model 2005–. For Rapid, Spirit, Carrier and TopDown. V-55 steel. Art. No: 466947.
64,9 € rrp
TrueCut Ø470, conical 20–30% longer life-time than a standard disc. Year model 2005–. For Carrier. V-55 steel. Art. No: 179857.
96,5 € rrp
TrueCut Ø510, conical System Disc Aggressive. For Carrier XL. V-55 steel. Art. No: 170097.
What is the benefit of disc cultivation?
The disc cultivator is an optimal tool for the first pass after the combine for stubble cultivation. It offers a high mixing rate and is a cost-effective cultivation, along with numerous agronomic benefits.
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Optimal reconsolidation
The aim of seedbed reconsolidation is to create good contact between seed and soil in order to provide an optimal supply of water, nutrients and oxygen to seeds and roots.
Too little reconsolidation results in loose soil around the seed and can lead to less capillary transport of water because the pores are too large. This means that the soil round the seed can become too dry resulting in uneven germination when seed dries or wilts. Too much reconsolidation means instead that the large pores are compressed and become less effective draining away excess water and transporting oxygen to and carbon dioxide from the seed. This can lead to oxygen deficiency which kills the roots.
Optimal reconsolidation for the seedbed results in a soil consisting of around 50% solid material, with 50% pores. In the ideal case, half the pores are filled with water, half with air. However this varies widely depending on how much rain has fallen, the structure of the soil and how it is tilled.
Seed discs - minimal maintenance
The seed discs are built from special hardened Swedish steel – V55. This delivers a robust construction, excellent performance and an extremely long working life in the field.
44,9 € rrp
Seed disc Ø410, flat System Disc. Year model 2015–. For Rapid s/n 16001- and Rapid A s/n 17000-. V-55 steel. Art. No: 159937.
42,5 € rrp
Seed disc Ø410, flat Year model 1996–2014. For Rapid s/n 1500-16000. V-55 steel. Art. No: 451371.
50,9 € rrp
Disc Ø410, conical System Disc. Year model 2015–. For Rapid s/n 16001- and Rapid A s/n 17000-. V-55 steel. Art. No: 156660.
44,5 € rrp
Disc Ø410, conical System Disc. Year model 1998–2014. For Rapid s/n 3040-16000. V-55 steel. Art. No: 451372.
51,5 € rrp
Seed disc Ø370, flat Year model 1994–1995. For Rapid s/n 703-1499. V-55 steel. Art. No: 451793.
51,5 € rrp
Seed disc Ø370, flat Year model 1991–1993. For Rapid s/n 100-702. V-55 steel. Art. No: 451792.
56,5 € rrp
Disc Ø450, conical System Disc Aggressive. Year model 2005–2017. For Rapid, Spirit, Carrier and TopDown. V-55 steel. Art. No: 466947.
82,9 € rrp
Disc Ø380 For Spirit s/n 1550-. V-55 steel. Art. No: 184452.
Optimized performance and economy
The V-55 mark on the genuine discs guarantees Väderstad’s high-quality Swedish steel. The number 55 represents the hardness measured in the unit Rockwell C HRC. This unique material structure makes it possible to push the hardness level from industry standard HRC 47-48 to HRC 55, while still preserving the toughness.
- V-55 has a perfect combination of hardness and toughness.
- This balance gives the disc a longer working life
- All Väderstad’s discs are developed, produced and tested by Väderstad
- Having our own production, we are the only manufacturer with 100 percent control of the final products
- Väderstad offers a lifetime warranty on all genuine discs. This provides a cost control where you only need to keep track of normal wear.
Why is residue management important?
Well-handled residues can be an important asset for farm management. If they are handled in the wrong way, they can cause challenges for subsequent field operations as well as for the upcoming crop.
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Starter phosphorus secures the harvest during dry and cold springs
Phosphorus in a plant-available form is crucial for crop development, especially during the early growth stages up to growth stage 30. The availability of phosphorus during this period affects both tillering and root development. Well-developed roots are vital for the plant's ability to withstand prolonged dry periods. These factors directly influence the yield level and indirectly affect the harvest timing, as phosphorus deficiency delays maturation.
Phosphorus availability is highly dependent on temperature. The relative availability of phosphorus at 12–14°C in the soil is only about one-third of what it is when the soil temperature rises above 20°C. This means phosphorus availability is reduced under cold and dry soil conditions when mineralization is weak. This is often the case with early spring drilling in cold soils.
Furthermore, phosphorus is not very mobile in the soil, meaning the plant's access to phosphorus is entirely dependent on its own root development. The roots must reach the phosphorus. However, under cold and dry conditions, root development is weak, and this difference is particularly noticeable in fields with naturally low phosphorus content.
There are, however, solutions to the phosphorus problem. It is advantageous to "precision-fertilize" phosphorus next to the seed using a BioDrill equipped with phosphorus kit. These tubes allow you to place the mineral fertilizer right next to the seed, ensuring that phosphorus is available at an early stage. It is during this early phase that phosphorus is most crucial for plant development and for securing a good quality harvest.
Another option with the BioDrill and phosphorus kit is to place all the phosphorus via the BioDrill and use an NKS product through the fertilizer hopper on the Rapid. This allows for even more precise application maps for mineral fertilizers without needing to switch between different fertilizers to achieve the correct phosphorus dosage in the right part of the field. The ISOBUS terminal can be used to control two products, phosphorus and nitrogen. This approach provides highly accurate fertilizer application, ensuring the right amount of the right product in the right place, even within the same field. Increased precision benefits both the environment and your wallet.
Oil seed rape seed drilling with phosphorus kit
Phosphorus kits, originally developed to direct a small amount of fertilizer from the seed hopper down through a connection at the metering unit to the coulter, have proven to be very user-friendly for drilling oil seed rape. They offer several advantages: it is easier to monitor and balance the small seed quantity in the small box, which is then at a good height and easy to manage. You can also take advantage of the option to apply two separate fertilizers, one side-banded in the fertilizer hopper and one in the seed hopper, which is then incorporated with the seed.
Consider the possibility of closing coulters to drill oil seed rape with wider row spacing, which might be of interest for a more open crop stand. This is easy to do on the BioDrill – simply close the slide on the coulters you wish.
Spirit gives conditions for perfect emergence
Spirit gives conditions for great precision in the field. The hydraulic system with active coulter pressure keeps constant pressure even on uneven ground for perfect emergence. It gives optimal seed distribution with its wide soft press wheel, keeping great depth and seed slot closing. The availability of moisture available for the seed determines the results of germination and nutrient efficiency to the seed development. Spirit can be part of a more water-efficient strategy. Dry conditions during drilling poses risks to plant development, why placing fertilizers gives the seed better conditions for an perfect emergence.
Effective fertilization is achieved by applying nutrients to the soil in such a way that it is present where there is moisture for root development and nutrient uptake. The lower the soil level of nutrients are, or the more retention we have by high or low pH values, the more important this becomes. This is particularly important for phosphorus that moves very slow in the soil.
Optimal small seed establishment
For those who have a BioDrill on their seed drill, there are many different options for establishing small seeds. In the image below, we describe the various methods we have offered to date. All options can be ordered through spare parts, either as individual components or as kits.
Some farmers have requested seed placement between the rear harrow and the press wheel of the coulter to achieve a more reliable establishment. This has led us to develop a new method. It can be altered with existing parts on the seed drill, along with some additional components.
A. Seeding of grain and oil seed rape (standard coulter) B. InLine incorporation of micro granulates or small seeds (max 50kg N/ha is recommended) C. Small seed establishment D. Distribution of slug pellets
Good to know!
Change bolts when you change discs!
The seal between the hub and the disc ensures that no moisture will enter the bearing. New bolts secures perfect tension offering a firm attachment for the disc’s entire lifetime. An additional benefit is that the bolts heads will stay in good shape making removal easier. Therefore it is recommended that you also change your bolts when you are changing the discs.
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Coulters – Guaranteed fit – perfect drilling result
Recurrent tests demonstrate that Väderstad’s specially hardened coulters with hard metal plates in wolfram carbide generate the best drilling precision and work results across their entire service life.
59,9 € rrp
Seed coulter, (RD, RDA) Rapid s/n 899-. Short slots. Art. No: 432118 LH/432119 RH.
65,9 € rrp
Fertiliser coulter, (RD) Rapid s/n 899-. Only available with long slots. Art. No: 432120 LH/432121 RH.
65,9 € rrp
Seed coulter Rapid s/n 899-. Long slots and wide slot for large seeds. Art. No: 191167 LH/191168 RH.
65,9€ rrp
Seed coulter/ Fertiliser coulter Rapid s/n 100-898. Long slots. Art. No: 307107 LH/307108 RH.
59,9 € rrp
Seed coulter, (RD, RDA) Rapid s/n 899-. Long slots. Fertiliser coulter, (RDAC). Art. No: 432116 LH/432117 RH.
66,9 € rrp
Sead coulter, (RDAS) Rapid s/n 899-. Only available with long slots. Art. No: 207710.
65,9 € rrp
Bean coulter, (RDAS) Rapid s/n 899-. Only available with long slots. Art. No: 236630.
Coulters
It is about precision and durability. Väderstad seed coulters are state-of-the-art in both cases.
- Perfect fit ensures that the seeding result is maintained
- Minimises wear and draw force requirement
- Material hardness optimised where it is needed for a maximum working life
- Wolfram carbide drastically extends the working life and lowers the maintenance costs
Moisture access for even germination A key for success lies in the fact that the seed coulter discs have a deeper working depth than the cultivating front tools. Thereby the seed furrow is cut as a narrow slot into a firmer uncultivated layer of soil.
When the seed is placed in the seed furrow, it is able to benefit from the surrounding uncultivated soils’ ability to transport moisture. This gives excellent opportunity for the seed to quickly start its growth process, giving it the upper hand on weeds and slugs.
Fine soil creates seed-to-soil contact The seed discs are mounted on rubber suspended disc arms, positioned in a slight angle to the driving direction. Because of this angle, the aggressive seed discs provide a cultivating action able to turn any leftover clods or aggregates into fine soil.
This ensures that the soil on top of the seed is aerated and delivers optimum seed-to-soil contact which is crucial for taking the next step in the germination process.
Clean seed furrow for undisturbed plant growth Thanks to its aggressive seed disc, Rapid is always able to create a hygienic, clean seed slot without straw incorporation through hairpinning. This means that the early stages of the plant growth will not be disturbed by crop residues close to the seed.
Maintenance free coulter suspension Each disc arm is fitted with its own rubber suspension. The absence of moving parts, ensures a problem free ownership and long working life.
Swedish steel - Swedish quality The Rapid seed discs are built from special hardened Swedish steel. This carefully selected raw material delivers a robust construction, excellent performance and extremely long working life in the field.
Heavy-duty seed coulter The seed coulter has a hardened steel tip and a sideplate of tungsten, providing superior resistance to wear.
Less downtime All bearings are grease free, maximising your time in field.
Combi-versions for Spirit
FIX The FIX-version places fertiliser in 5cm wide strips at 125mm row spacing, in front of every seed row. The fertiliser depth can be adjusted from the cab according to the soil condition.
Having the fertiliser coulters integrated in the front tool lowers the draught requirement, maintains penetration force and reduces wear part cost compared to having a separated fertiliser axle. The narrow fertiliser row spacing makes it insensitive to curves or shifting field terrain.
The FIX version places the fertiliser in 5cm wide strips at 125mm row spacing, in front of every seed row.
Nordic The Nordic-version places fertiliser between every second seed row at a row spacing of 250mm. This means that the fertiliser ends up 6.25cm from each row of seed.
It has aggressive disc fertiliser coulters that place fertiliser with a very high coulter pressure. This is a benefit in conventional tillage spring drilling in dry conditions, where working directly below the seedbed can cause the seed slot to dry out.
The Nordic version places the fertiliser at 250mm row spacing between two rows of seed, allowing full moisture access.
InLine The InLine-version places a low fertiliser rate together with the seed in the seed furrow, providing the plant quick nutrient uptake. By separating the seed and fertiliser transport, these two distribution systems do not interfere with each other. This enables separate high accuracy blockage monitoring.
To enable higher rates of nitrogen combined with a starter fertiliser, the InLine system can be utilized via BioDrill on a Spirit 400-600C equipped with the FIX- or Nordic system.
The InLine version places the fertiliser in a separate outlet together with seeds in the seed coulter.
Good to know!
Long or short slots and different widths?
Short slots increase the accuracy of seed placement, which is important in dry conditions during spring drilling. In very wet and tough conditions, short slots can be a bit more sensitive and may block more frequently.
16mm slot width works for most crops. When drilling large seeds such as beans the wider 19mm slot is a safer choice since it reduces the risk of blockages.
Good to know!
Coulter and disc one unit
The coulter should touch the disc in the lower part. The top should have a space of 0.5–2.5mm to the disc.
Note! The coulter must never reach below the disc level.
Always a perfect fit
By using genuine Väderstad hubs you are always guaranteed the same high quality and perfect fit as factory fitted.
- Optimal tightness
- Protects the bearings from moisture and dust
- Strength for tough conditions
- Developed by Väderstad
The disc and hub must be viewed as one unit. If the tolerances of each stretches too far, moisture and soil particles risk entering the bearing or tensions between bolts and disc can cause discs to crack between the holes.
74,7 € rrp
Rapid bearing –2014 Improved sealing with double greasing interval –200ha/ working metre. Art. No: 420832.
77,4 € rrp
Rapid bearing 2014– Maintenance free bearing. Art. No: 177483-SP.
