SWIFTER SO_F Seedbed Cultivator

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TRADITIONAL SEEDBED CULTIVATOR CONCEPT FOR SOIL PREPARATION

Soil preparation with pre-sowing compactors remains very popular. In the segment of pre-sowing seedbed cultivators with a working width of 4 to 8 meters, we offer the proven SWIFTER SO_F machine concept. Thanks to its lightweight but very durable construction, the SWIFTER SO_F has very low tractor traction requirements. In a single pass, it can prepare an even seed bed, which is important for uniform crop emergence, with a unique combination of up to 8 working operations. The SWIFTER SO_F is a compactor that can be used all year round, as it can be easily adapted to the given conditions using interchangeable working sections.

2-12 cm

4-8 m

120-230 hp

Key properties

Traditional-design seedbed cultivator suitable for conventional tillage and reduced/minimum-tillage systems.

UP TO 8 OPERATIONS IN ONE PASS

Creating a seedbed for proper and even crop emergence.

Combining several working operations into one means fewer passes and lower soil preparation costs. The front levelling bar or skid belt perfectly levels out unevenness. The front crumbling roller takes care of the initial breaking up of clods. The main working section ideally cuts, aerates, and warms the soil layer. The final breaking up of clods is performed by various types of rollers, which can be combined with other accessories behind the rollers.

INTERCHANGEABLE WORKING SECTIONS

Adjusting soil cultivation to the needs of the crop.

Share section
SB share section
Gamma-point section

A share working section

This working section is suitable for summer and autumn soil 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 shares aggressively processes the soil, creating a loosened top layer. Each share is mounted on a flexible tine, which allows for a “3D effect” (horizontal and vertical movement) that protects the share from damage.

SB section with spring shares

This section is particularly suitable for spring preparation before 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

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.

HYDRAULICALLY ADJUSTABLE DRAWBAR

Ensures precise ground contour following.

The SWIFTER SO_F is equipped with a hydraulically adjustable drawbar, which allows the machine to perfectly perform terrain contouring while working in a floating position. This ensures that the land is worked evenly, resulting in a precise finish.

SPACIOUS FRAME

Even weight distribution brings higher durability.

The side frames with individual working sections are suspended on a robust spatial frame. The supporting frame has higher resistance because the weight of the side frames is evenly distributed. This is also aided by a sufficiently dimensioned axle, ensuring safe transport of the machine.

CRUSHBAR LEVELLING BAR

A smooth adjustment of the working angle in relation to the conditions.

The front hydraulic Crushbar levelling bar allows the operator to ideally adjust its working angle according to the field conditions in the comfort of the cabin. When compared with a mechanically controlled leveller, it is possible to achieve savings of up to 1 litre of diesel per hectare.

PROVEN DESIGN

Do not lose time, work at headland without lifting the machine.

The design of the SWIFTER SO_F cultivator enables turning the machine at the headland without lifting the working sections. Even so, we recommend turning on the headland with slightly excavated working sections and a larger turning radius.

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Machine description

A concise summary of the main working parts of the seedbed cultivator.

SWIFTER SO_F Seedbed Cultivator

Take a look at your future machine.

Drawbar

A hydraulically adjustable drawbar contributes to perfect terrain contouring and levelling any unevenness.

Crushbar front levelling bar

The hydraulically controlled Crushbar is used for levelling unevenness and breaking the rough furrow.

Front crumbler 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 levelling bar

It levels off the soil surface after the share or gamma-point section.

Rear rollers

The double-row crosskill rollers contribute to perfect crumbling of clods created by the sweep or gamma-point section.

Rear equipment

The finish roller creates a fine soil structure and completes the entire operation.

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.

CRUSHBAR LEVELLING BAR

The front hydraulic Crushbar levelling bar allows the operator to ideally adjust the working angle of the leveller according to the field conditions, from the comfort of the cabin. When compared with a mechanically controlled levelling bar, it is possible to achieve savings of up to 1 litre of diesel per hectare.

COMPRESSING SPRING

Most seedbed cultivators equipped with crosskill rollers incur slackness between the individual crosskill segments after working for some number of hectares. We use a compressing spring in SWIFTER cultivators, mounted on the shaft where the crosskill rollers are as well. The spring continuously presses on the crosskill segments and eliminates slackness between the individual segments.

WHAT DO THE FARMERS HAVE TO SAY?

“We have been extremely satisfied with the SWIFTER compactor throughout its entire service life. When we purchased our first machine years ago, we were impressed by how well it prepared the soil in front of seeding. Comparing the previous and current machines, I must say that you have fine-tuned the machine down to the last detail and eliminated even minor flaws. The completely redesigned and improved frame, the improved design of the levelling bars in front of the rear rollers, and even small details such as the compression spring on the rear crosskill rollers are all noticeable on the machine.”

Lukáš Dosoudil, Agronomist, AGRA Chválkovice
Olomouc (Czech Republic)

Accessories

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

Front equipment

Telescopic track eradicators

A track eradicator with an adjustable width. It is used for loosening hardened tracks created by the tractor.

Track eradicators

The fixed track eradicator is used for loosening hardened tracks created by the tractor.

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

Hydraulic front levelling bar

It levels off rough unevenness before the follow-up working parts. The hydraulic control makes it possible to immediately respond to any terrain unevenness from the tractor cabin.

Mechanical front leveller

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

Drawbar

Hydraulic drawbar

The hydraulic version of the drawbar enables perfect terrain contouring, thus achieving excellent quality of work.

Rear rollers

Double-row adjustable crosskill rollers with a diameter of 350 mm

An ideal design for all types of soil. High-quality cast-iron rollers with a diameter of 350 mm for fine precision crumbling with a self-cleaning effect.

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.

Double-row slatted rollers with a diameter of 370 mm

Suitable for year-round intense cultivation of light soils. The rollers with a diameter of 370 mm create the effect of a “soil milling tool”.

Double-row adjustable crosskill rollers with a diameter of 440 mm

An ideal design for all types of soil with rocks. The large spacing between rows prevents rocks from getting stuck and blocking the rollers. The universal frame enables increasing the spacing between the rows of rollers – a smaller distance provides a self-cleaning effect even in wet conditions, a larger distance provides a sufficient space in rocky 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.

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SWIFTER SO_F Seedbed Cultivator

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You can try all the optional equipment in our configurator,
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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.

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Technical data

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SWIFTER SO_F		SO 4000 F	SO 5000 F	SO 6000 F	SO 7000 F	SO 8000 F
Working width	m	4	5	6	7	8
Transport width	m	3	3	3	3	3
Transport length	m	7,9	7,9	7,9	7,4	7,4
Transport height	m	3,8	3,8	3,8	3,7	4
Working depth*	cm	2 - 12	2 - 12	2 - 12	2 - 12	2 - 12
Number of tines	pcs	16	20	24	28	32
Number of tines (SB - section)	pcs	31	37	45	51	59
Number of tines (Gamma-point – section)	pcs	36	46	55	66	75
Hitch type		crossbar cat. III / towing eye 40, 51 / K80	crossbar cat. III / towing eye 40, 51 / K80	crossbar cat. III / towing eye 40, 51 / K80	crossbar cat. III / towing eye 40, 51 / K80	crossbar cat. III / towing eye 40, 51 / K80
Transport tyre dimensions		15/55-17, 500/50-17	15/55-17, 500/50-17	15/55-17, 500/50-17	500/50-17	500/50-17
Power demand	hp	120 - 150	140 - 180	160 - 200	180 - 220	190 - 230
Max. total weight**	kg	4 638	5 190	5786	6710	7404

* 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

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