Seeding services
Two Bourgault FMS Series disc seeders are available for seeding services:
Bourgault CD872-8 with 8m working width, 25cm row spacing , MRB inter-row fertiliser system and LFC liquid fertiliser tank .
The Bourgault CD872-8 has an 8.4-meter working width and 17.5-cm row spacing for solid seeding. The system is equipped with the Air Planter precision seeding system for 70-cm row spacing for sunflowers and corn.
Learn more about the FMS series seeding systems
Options for sowing agricultural crops using the Bourgault CD872-8 seeding complex
General characteristics of the Bourgault CD-872
Three frame sections with disc coulters arranged in two rows.
Seeding rate from 1 kg to 500 kg per 1 ha.
3-compartment bin with KNEX™ section integration system, 7200 l capacity (Section 1 - 2150 l, Section 2 - 1350 l, Section 3 - 3700 l)
BulkBoom™ crane for easy and fast bin loading.
The complexes are equipped with TOPCON X35 monitors, which allow for real-time control of the seeding rate variable system, communication with other seeding complexes for synchronizing field maps, monitoring the operation of the automatic section shut-off system, as well as PackMaster functions (automatically maintains optimal downforce of the packing wheels depending on changes in the structure and hardness of the soil) and LiftMaster functions (ensures automatic raising and lowering of working parts when turning the unit and at the edges of the field).
Tractor
McCormick X8.680 agricultural tractor.
Poluzzi Rhino36-X track system.
Engine FPT Beta Power ISO-mounted T2 eVG TDCR, 6-cylinder turbocharged, maximum power 310 hp (228 kW), rated power 301 hp (221 kW).
Fuel tank capacity: 550 l.
VT-DRIVE transmission – continuously variable transmission (4-range CVT). ECO mode 40 km/h (at reduced engine speed). Reversing under load (Revers Power Shuttle). Electro-hydraulic rear axle differential lock.
Length (with counterweight) 5.15 m/width 3.00/height 3.40 m.
