General Information
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Air Seeder Construction
The RT model air seeders trail behind
the implement while the FT models are
towed in front of the implement. The basic
operation of both designs is the same other
than the location of the seeder.
The RT models are supplied with all
components to attach to the rear of the
implement. Some modifications may be
required
when
fitting
to
non-Gason
implements but in most cases fitment is a
straight forward operation. The rear tow
models are also available with a rear hitch
system that attaches to the rear of the
seeder, which will allow a set of harrows or
light prickle chain to be towed.
The FT models are fitted with a roller
style rear hitch with which to pull the
implement. This hitch, when left unpinned,
dramatically reduces the load on the seeder
during turning which will help extend the life
of the machine. The trailer has also been
designed to withstand the high loads exerted
on the frame while pulling the implement.
In both cases, the seeders have been
designed
to
allow
quick
and
easy
detachment from the implement and tractor.
The 1800 and 2000 air seeder range
has a folding ladder that is fitted to the left
hand side of the machine. The walkway is
set low and runs along the left side or
between the front and rear bins. This offers
a safe environment in which to fill the large
capacity machine.
The bins have been made from 2.5 and
3mm thick mild steel with folded corners,
which are fully welded, on both internal and
external joints.
The bins have been produced in two
halves and are painted using a high bake
enamel to reduce corrosion both inside and
out before joining. The bin halves are then
joined using structural quality rivets and
sealed with high-grade sealant. The sealant
Fig.G2 RT Model Air Seeder
shown fitted with
4 outlet meterboxes.
