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SWIFTERDISC XE

Large-working-width high-speed compact disc for primary and secondary tillage

LARGE-WORKING-WIDTH HIGH-SPEED DISC

A proven design and maximum performance are the main advantages of the SWIFTERDISC XE large-working-width high-speed disc harrow. Its attributes make it suitable for both primary tillage with intense mixing of crop residue and shallow secondary tillage and seedbed preparation. Two SWIFTERDISC XE models available in 33- and 41-foot working widths, respectively. The unique design of the forward folding of the disc section enables achieving compact transport dimensions.

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1-5.5 in

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33-40.7 ft

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350-450 hp

Key properties

SWIFTERDISC XE disc harrows bring an array of designs making them suitable for both shallow stubble discing and seedbed preparation.

VERSATILITY

Its true name. See for yourself.

Stubble management is one of the most important farming procedures. According to the proper agricultural practices it should be done as soon after harvest as possible. For this operation the SWIFTERDISC XE can be equipped with notched or aggressive disc blades with 20.5- or 22-inch diameter providing excellent penetration, cutting, mixing of soil and incorporation of crop residue. Rear rollers reconsolidate the tilled soil profile to ensure even emergence and germination of weeds and volunteer grains.

The optimal diameter in combination with the high working speed provide a high circumferential velocity of the blades that guarantees an excellent crumbling and mixing effect of the disc section. For broader versatility, frequent secondary tillage and seedbed preparation, we suggest equipping your SWIFTERDISC XE with the front Crushbar leveler to break the plow furrow and level uneven field surface.

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HYDRAULIC SETTING

Fast and easy working depth setting

The required working depth is set precisely via hydraulics, simply with depth stop clips on the disc harrow’s hydraulic cylinders.

CRUSHBAR LEVELLER

Great for secondary tillage as well

To utilize the machine all year round, the SWIFTERDISC XE comes with an optional hydraulically controlled Crushbar leveler in front. This combination provides a perfect soil profile levelling, clod crumbling and soil preparation.

ADVANCE TRANSPORT AXLE

Contributes to ideal weight distribution

SWIFTERDISC XE large-working-width disc harrows have the transport axle pushed forward in front of the disc section. Such design contributes to ideal weight distribution and enables achieving higher working speed. The telescopic connecting rods help stabilizing the disc section frames.

EVEN WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION

Always the same downpressure on both wing frames

Maintaining the set working depth for even soil profile processing is the foundation of quality tillage. The SWIFTERDISC XE disc harrows apply the same downpressure on all discs across the entire machine width thanks to the transport axle position and the concept of two folding side frames. This arrangement of the machine lowers the number of hydraulic cylinders where the wing frame downpressure could drop. This design also reduces the number of necessary lubrication points, the overall wear of the machine and improves machine’s agility, both in the field and on the road.

FAST AND SMOOTH HEADLAND TURNS

Off front gauge wheels and rear rollers

SWIFTERDISC XE can be maneuvered on headlands with ease. It makes headlands turns off the rear rollers and front gauge wheels with just the disc section lifted without the need of lifting the entire frame. This design eliminates the negative load on the hitch and unweighting of the tractor rear during a headland turn.

FORWARD MACHINE FOLDING

Safe transport thanks to compact dimensions

Even with working width of 41 feet SWIFTERDISC XE is very compact in transport mode as it doesn’t exceed 10-foot transport width and the transport height stays just below 13.1 feet. This is achieved by forward folding of the wings toward the tongue.

ALFA DRILL SEEDING UNIT

Simple and easy cover crop establishment in combination with the air seeder unit

The SWIFTERDISC XE disc harrow can be equipped with the ALFA DRILL air seeder unit straight from the factory for seeding of cover crops and small grains in a single pass with considerable time and fuel saving benefits. The seeding unit hopper has a capacity of 23 bushels.

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THINK BIG

Do more for less with maximum daily output

The large-working-width SWIFTERDISC harrows are designed for connection with the most powerful tractors on the market. They offer maximum performance and daily outputs thanks to sophisticated design and high working speed.

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Machine description

A concise summary of the main working parts of the high-performance disc harrow

SWIFTERDISC XE Disc Cultivator

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Advance transport axle

Provides ideal weight distribution of the implement and contributes to precise maintenance of the set working depth thanks to even disc section downpressure.

Double front gauge wheels

Provide excellent terrain contouring and maintain the set working depth across the entire working width.

Crushbar leveler

The hydraulically operated Crushbar leveler is especially suitable for initial surface levelling and to break plow furrow before the disc section. The individual leveler tines are reinforced. The Crushbar leveler is easily controlled by a hydraulic circuit from the comfort of the operator’s seat.

Disc section

Notched or aggressive discs available in 20.5- or 22-inch diameter with 0.2-inch thickness deliver high throughput thanks to the TWIN-DISC system.

Extended tongue

Ensures safe turning on headlands and enables forward folding of the wings.

Rear packers

A wide range or rear packers make it possible to adjust the machine to the most various conditions.

OUR INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGIES

MAINTENANCE-FREE BEARINGS

Our oblique contact ball bearings are closed by two static and one dynamic cassette seal with four sealing ribs and run in a solid metal body. The hubs are attached to the blade with six bolts. They are oversized to ensure a trouble-free operation.

RUBBER TORSION PROTECTION

Two-disc-blades-per-arm design provides twice the space for rubber torsion protection. The rubber segments absorb shocks coming from the blades working the ground. The disc harrow works fast and without maintenance even in the most difficult conditions. The segments are made from high quality rubber with a long service life.

TWIN-DISC MOUNTING SYSTEM

One arm for two blades provides excellent trash flow. Crop residue such as huge amounts of straw or cornstalks can easily pass through the machine. Most high-speed discs have only one disc blade on each arm. Such design restricts the flow of the material namely in wet conditions or in heavy residue.

Accessories

We know that every farmer has different requirements for optional machine equipment and its intended use. That’s why we let you specify your own SWIFTERDISC XE to exactly match your needs.

Front equipment

Double front gauge wheels

Provide excellent terrain contouring and maintain the set working depth across the entire machine width.

Crushbar leveler

The hydraulically operated Crushbar leveler is especially suitable for initial surface levelling and to break plow furrow before the disc section. The individual leveler tines are reinforced. The Crushbar leveler is easily controlled by a hydraulic circuit from the comfort of the operator’s seat.

Disc section

Aggressive discs

The optional specifically shaped blades deliver a higher cutting and mixing effect together with better penetration in dry conditions. The aggressive discs have many sharp cutting edges along the circumference for efficient sizing and easy incorporation of large amounts of crop residue. Available in both 20.5- or 22-inch diameter with 0.2-inch thickness.

Notched discs

The disc section comes with 20.5- or 22-inch notched blades with 0.2-inch thickness as standard equipment.

Rollers and packers

SEGMENTED Packer with Scrapers

A heavy packer made of massive steel segments for perfect reconsolidation suitable for all soil types. Individual segments provide excellent clod crumbling. Diameter 21 inches, weight 136 lb/ft incl. scrapers.

CUTPACK Packer with Scrapers

A heavy steel packer with high cutting capability and excellent reconsolidation effect. Suitable for heavy soils and for use with Zero-mix tines. Diameter 24.8 inches, weight 148 lb/ft incl. scrapers.

RUBBERPACKER with Scrapers

A solid packer made of hard natural rubber suitable for all conditions with excellent levelling effect due to its weight. Very low adhesion thanks to the used rubber compound and scrapers. Diameter 23.2 inches, weight 146 lb/ft incl. scrapers.

V-RING Packer with Scrapers

A heavy steel packer for intense crumbling and soil profile reconsolidation suitable for all types of soil. Diameter 24.8 inches, weight 114 lb/ft incl. scrapers.

Double V-RING Packer

A packer made of individual V-shaped rings with low adhesion, outstanding trash flow and resistance to plugging in wet conditions. The offset layout provides an excellent self-cleaning effect and improves the machine stability at work. Diameter 24.8 inches, weight 110 lb/ft.

Double U-RING Packer (23.6-inch)

A two-row steel packer consisting of individual U-shaped rings. The offset layout provides an exceptional self-cleaning effect and improves the machine stability at work. The packer excels in crumbling and its resistance to plugging makes it well suitable for work in wet conditions. Diameter 23.6 inches, weight 155 lb/ft.

Other

ALFA-DRILL seeding unit

It is used for seeding catch crops, grasses, or for all-area fertiliser application. You can do two operations in one pass and reduce your costs.

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SWIFTERDISC XE Disc Cultivator

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AGRONOMICAL GUIDE

STUBBLE CULTIVATION
Fast and quality stubble cultivation is one of the most important tillage procedures. According to good agrotechnological practices it should be carried out as soon as possible after harvest. This will ensure the proper soil moisture management, a rapid emergence of weeds and so prevent a later weed infestation.

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Technical data

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SWIFTERDISC XEXE 10 000XE 12 400
Working widthft3340
Transport widthft1010
Transport lengthft2530.2
Transport heightft1313
Number of discspcs80100
Working depth of discs*in1 - 5.51 - 5.5
Working angle of discs° front 16 / rear 16front 16 / rear 16
Disc diameterin20,5 / 2220,5 / 22
Width of discsin3/163/16
Type of disc protectionrubber segmentsrubber segments
Disc spacingin1010
Distance between two rows of discsin3131
Frame clearancein2424
Power demandhp350 - 450350 - 450
Hitch typelug 51, 55, 62, 71, 73lug 51, 55, 62, 71, 73
Transport tyre dimensions600/40 R22,5600/40 R22,5
Total weight**lb24 25128 660

* depends on soil conditions ** according to the machine equipment

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