SWIFTER SN Mounted Seedbed Cultivator

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A MOUNTED SEEDBED CULTIVATOR SUITABLE FOR SMALLHOLDERS

Thanks to its low traction requirements, the SWIFTER SN mounted seedbed cultivator is suitable for connection with lower-powered tractors, which are often used by private farmers. The working width of these compactors is 3 to 5 meters, depending on the model selected. The effective combination of working parts ensures intensive leveling, mixing, breaking up clods, and final smoothing of the worked land. With a single pass, you can perfectly prepare the seed bed and thus reduce overall costs.

2-12 cm

3-5 m

100-200 hp

Key properties

Mounted seedbed cultivator suitable for conventional pre-drilling soil preparation.

UP TO 7 OPERATIONS IN ONE PASS

Formation of a seedbed to ensure proper and uniform crop emergence.

Combining several operations into one means fewer passes through the field and lower costs of soil preparation. The front levelling bar perfectly levels any unevenness. The front roller crumbles the clods. The main working section undercuts, aerates and warms up the soil layer. The final clod crumbling is provided by various types of rollers in combination with other equipment behind the rollers.

EXCHANGEABLE WORKING SECTIONS

Adjusting soil cultivation to the needs of the crop.

Share section
SB share
Gamma point section

A share working section (summer and autumn soil cultivation – winter cereals, oilseed rape)

This working section is suitable for summer and autumn preparation, when the soil needs to be loosened, cut and mixed after the previous harvest. The 270 mm arrow-shaped shares in 2 rows with overlap ensure that the soil profile is cut across the entire working width of the machine, creating a firm bottom. At the same time, the working angle of the plow shares aggressively processes the soil, creating a loosened top layer. Each plow share is mounted on a flexible tine, which allows for a “3D effect” (horizontal and vertical movement) that protects the plow share from damage.

SB share section with spring shares

This section is particularly suitable for spring preparation in front of seeding sugar beet, when it is necessary to manage spring moisture adequately, but still create a precise seed bed. The angle of the share does not cause vertical mixing of the soil, but thanks to the use of overlapping shares with a width of 170 mm, the necessary full-area undercutting of the soil is achieved. Another benefit is the reduction in the power requirement of the towing vehicle.

Gamma-point working section (spring soil cultivation – spring cereals, corn)

This section is suitable for early spring operations, such as in front of seeding barley. Four rows of gamma points at a negative angle aerate and warm the soil without bringing wet particles to the surface, thus preserving winter moisture. This is important for the rapid start of spring growth. The suspension of each tine allows for high-speed operation. Gamma points for this section are also available in a LONG LIFE version.

WORKING DEPTH ADJUSTMENT

Mechanical or easy hydraulic adjustment.

Even the smallest models of the SWIFTER SN mounted seedbed cultivators are easily controllable. You can choose from mechanical adjustment of the working depth, or comfortable hydraulic adjustment.

FOLDING FRAME

For models with a width of 4 and 5 metres.

The width of the machine is a limiting factor for transportation on roads in the European Union. Therefore, the SWIFTER SN 4000 and 5000 are manufactured in the folding version to ensure safe transport. The centre of gravity of the cultivator is moved as close to the tractor hitch as possible, so the set is stable even at high transport speed.

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Machine description

A concise overview of the main working sections of the mounted seedbed cultivator.

SWIFTER SN Mounted Seedbed Cultivator

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Three-point hitch

Easy aggregation to the tractor three-point hitch, category II or III.

Front leveller

The mechanically controlled front levelling bar is used for levelling unevenness and breaking the rough furrow.

Front crumbling roller

Provides initial crumbling of larger soil particles and clods.

Working section

A selection of three different versions (2 rows of shares/ 4 rows of gamma points / 2 rows of SB shares) as needed for soil cultivation for the crop.

Rear rollers

The slatted roller contributes to perfect crumbling of clods created by the share or gamma point section.

Rear equipment

The levelling bar creates the final fine soil structure.

SWIFTER SN Mounted Seedbed Cultivator

Take a look at your future machine.

Three-point hitch

Easy aggregation to the tractor three-point hitch, category II or III.

Front leveller

The mechanically controlled front levelling bar is used for levelling unevenness and breaking the rough furrow.

Front crumbling roller

Provides initial crumbling of larger soil particles and clods.

Working section

A selection of three different versions (2 rows of shares/ 4 rows of gamma points / 2 rows of SB shares) as needed for soil cultivation for the crop.

Hydraulics of the side frames

The folding version of the machine is additionally equipped with hydraulic cylinders.

Rear rollers

The crosskill roller contributes to perfect crumbling of clods created by the share or gamma-point section.

Rear equipment

The finish roller creates the final fine soil structure.

OUR INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGIES

MAINTENANCE-FREE BEARINGS

Roller bearings are adjusted to the high circumferential speed and are maintenance-free. The operator thus does not have to regularly lubricate each bearing, which there are many on a seedbed cultivator. Multiple gaskets prevent contamination of the bearing and the reinforced gasket design reduces its damage.

WHAT DO THE FARMERS HAVE TO SAY?

“In order to influence the subsequent yield of crops during the initial tillage, it is necessary to use high-quality machines that enable us to do so. That is why I decided to purchase the SWIFTER SN seedbed cultivator, so that I could prepare a high-quality seed bed in a single pass. Yes, some may argue that simple, inexpensive harrows are sufficient for those 45 hectares, but every good farmer knows that in order to ensure good seed germination, it is necessary to prepare a high-quality seed bed. I am also aware of this, which is why I chose the BEDNAR compactor.”

Karel Řehoř,
Private farmer, Farma na Rychtě, Gruna (district of Svitavy, CZ)

Accessories

We know requirements for specification and intended use differ. That’s why you can configure the SWIFTER SN seedbed cultivator exactly to your needs.

Front rollers

Tube roller

The screw-shaped cage packer formed by rods crumbles the clods on the field surface.

Slatted roller

The screw-shaped slatted roller formed by rods crumbles the clods on the field surface. Its design achieves an excellent crumbling effect, even in the rough furrow.

Front leveller

Mechanical front leveller

The mechanically adjustable front levelling bar levels off rough unevenness, which increases the work of the following working parts.

Rear rollers

A single-row crosskill roller with a diameter of 350 mm for rocky soils

A single-row crosskill roller is made of cast iron, suitable for quality clod crushing. An ideal design for all types of soil with rocks.

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A single-row crosskill roller with a diameter of 350 mm

A single-row crosskill roller with a system of scrapers is made of cast iron, suitable for quality clods crumbling.

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A single-row slatted roller with a diameter of 370 mm

A simple and cheap solution for spring cultivation of light soils.

Optional equipment to be attached behind the rear rollers

A single-row tine harrow

Used for even distribution of larger soil particles along the entire machine width.

Leveller mounted after the crosskill rollers

It creates an absolutely levelled field, 100% prepared for crop sowing even with the smallest seeds, such as spring barley, poppy, or mustard.

Leveller mounted after the slatted rollers

It creates an absolutely levelled field, 100% prepared for crop sowing even with the smallest seeds, such as spring barley, poppy, or mustard.

Finish roller 270 mm

It provides intense crushing thanks to the high circumferential speed, known as the effect of a soil milling tool. Achieve maximum clods crumbling in combination with the crosskill rollers.

CONFIGURE YOUR OWN
SWIFTER SN Mounted Seedbed Cultivator

You are one step closer to your new machine.
You can try all the optional equipment in our configurator,
or read more about it in the brochure.

Configure Brochure

AGRONOMICAL GUIDE

SEEDBED CULTIVATION
Soil preparation is a key operation for the formation of a uniform and even seedbed before crop establishment. Each crop and field requires different soil preparation based on the climate, or the chosen date of cultivation. The aim of the seedbed cultivation is to create an ideal soil structure in the field, with a firmer base and loose top soil layer, to level the field after previous operations, and to open, warm up and aerate the soil profile for even crop emergence.

Do you know how to prepare soil properly?

Technical data

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SWIFTER SN		SN 3000	SN 4000	SN 4000 R	SN 5000
Working width	m	3	4	4	5
Transport width	m	3	2,3	4	2,4
Transport length	m	2,8	3,1	2,9	3,1
Transport height	m	1,1	2,5	1,1	3
Working depth*	cm	2 -12	2 -12	2 -12	2 - 12
Number of tines	pcs	12	16	16	20
Number of tines (SB - section)	pcs	22	28	28	36
Number of tines (Gamma-point – section)	pcs	28	40	40	48
Power demand	hp	100 - 120	140 - 160	140 - 160	160 - 200
Frame type		rigid	folding	rigid	folding
Max. total weight**	kg	1410	2080	2120	3000

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

At BEDNAR we work continuously to keep the information on this website accurate, up-to-date and useful. As we are dedicated to improving your experience and best farming performance, some specifications may be enhanced beyond what is currently shown. Complete technical specifications will be confirmed with your authorized BEDNAR representative at the time of ordering.

Consumable parts

Spare parts configurator

Gallery / Media

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SWIFTER SN

A mounted seedbed cultivator for seedbed preparation in one pass

A MOUNTED SEEDBED CULTIVATOR SUITABLE FOR SMALLHOLDERS

Key properties

Formation of a seedbed to ensure proper and uniform crop emergence.