Trailed GD Drill
Trailed GD Drill
The GD drill is the outcome of continuous refinement and development, to create a simple yet precise seed drill. It features the patented and future proofed GD coulter, which provides remarkably low soil disturbance, has a very low draught requirement along with an excellent service life. The GD drill excels in its adaptability to satisfy all drilling systems, soil types and conditions. This provides users with the flexibility to approach zero-till alongside traditional crop establishment methods. Trailed models are available in 3 to 8 Metre working widths helping to satisfy the demands of large farmers and contractors. The 5,000 Litre hopper (4,000L for the GD3001T) users ample volume whilst being fitted with an easily accessible volumetric metering unit accompanied by RDS iSOCAN controls. The tank can be configured to include an integral micro granular hopper. A closed hydraulic suspension system provides individual coulter pressure of up to 300Kg helping to maintain consistent sowing depth across undulations. Fitted with a Cat III linkage mounted drawbar allowing for tight headland manoeuvres. The hydraulic folding coulter bar maintains transport widths of under 3 metres on all models.
HOW THE COULTER WORKS
The principal behind the GD coulter design is based on a double disc arrangement, mounted on a 22° angle off the vertical which is able to pivot around a central kingpin mounted within the coulter body. The larger leading outer disc cuts an opening slice in the soil whilst the smaller inner disc is in effect undermining the ‘upper’ side forming an opening for the seed to be placed precisely. This process removes side wall compression from the opening slot, making slot closing more effective and consistent. The lifted wall of the soil is firmed down onto the seed by a single press wheel ensuring good seed to soil contact. The press wheel also acts as a depth regulator for the disc coulters. Drilling depth is adjusted by moving a single pin through a bank of holes with a depth range of 16-144mm in 16mm increments. Coulters are individually pressurised by a hydraulic system providing up to 200kg of downwards pressure helping to maintain consistent contact with the ground and follow contours and undulations. This refined design aided by an inter-row clearance of 1 metre has resulted in a coulter that is able to work in extremely trashy conditions and cover crops minimising the opportunity for hair-pinning to arise.
Standard Specification
5,000L hopper (4,000L for the GD3001T), RDS iSOCAN controls with GPS forward speed monitoring, hydraulic fan & oil cooler, a 2-row coulter bar with a row spacing of 166mm, roll over hopper cover, CAT III Scharmüller hitch, Mitas floatation tyres, stone guards, stainless steel scrapers, work, tank & road lights, and a tank sieve.
The Grain & Fertiliser models are equipped with the same standard features as their grain only counterparts, but the tank has a 60/40 split. Individual metering units supply different products to the coulter where they are mixed in the seed tube as it enters the ground.
*GD3001T comes with a 4,000 litre Grain & Fertiliser split hopper as standard and the GD8001T is only available as a grain only model.
Includes 1 year warranty
Key Features
Seed Placement
The GD coulter can accurately place a wide variety of seed types and sizes whilst maintaining a consistent depth. Seed is delivered between the two discs of the coulter directly to the bottom of the soil opening. The disc coulter units of the GD Drill are independently mounted and hydraulically pressurised, allowing each coulter to maintain consistent contact with the ground. Contours, obstacles, and undulations are no challenge for accurate seed placement. A rubber exhaust boot at the top of the coulter diffuses 50% of the air allowing controlled seed delivery to the soil and preventing seed bounce.
Soil Disturbance
The GD coulter offers superior soil disturbance control compared to other no-till drills on the market. The coulter eliminates the opportunity for fresh soil to be brought to the surface whilst the surface layer is left intact and therefore prevents fresh and dormant weed seeds from germinating. The leading outer disc cuts through the soil whilst the smaller inner disc undermines the soil structure creating an opening for the seed to be placed, before swiftly being firmed back to its original state.
Simple calibration
Calibration is simple and quick using the single point discharge chute and screw adjustable Weaving volumetric metering unit. The corrosion-proof metering unit is maintenance free and will maintain its accuracy season after season. Complete discharge of the hopper is made quick and easy with the emptying hatch. The trailed GD is a two-piece toolbar fold (excluding GD3001T & GD8001T models), this makes access to the metering unit virtually unhindered and calibration fuss free.
Hydraulic Fan Drive
The GD Drill is fitted with a hydraulic fan drive. This reduces the RPM on the tractor, which in turn reduces fuel costs, gives more flexibility with air flow, and helps prevent wear and tear.
RDS iSOCAN Controls
The Trailed GD Drill is equipped with RDS iSOCAN controls. The terminal from RDS uses a 7″ touchscreen (16 x 9 format) display and includes physical keys to provide a modern and ergonomic operator interface for a wide variety of applications. The system allows up to 4 metering units or applicators, enabling dual cropping, fertiliser and Avadex applications. The iSOCAN software monitors and controls tramlining, hopper level, fan speed alarms, variable rate controls, on the move seed rate adjustment and offers activity data (e.g., area worked and quantities applied). The iSOCAN software is ISOBUS compatible, allowing complete control via ISOBUS with the addition of an ISOBUS ready cable (see optional specification).
3m Trailed GD
The trailed GD is available as a 3m machine. This is grain & fertiliser specification however both metering units can apply seed only if required. Based on a smaller and more compact frame, the hopper is also slightly smaller at 4000L. The rest of the drill features the same specification as the other larger trailed GD models.
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Optional Specification
Select from the options below to add them to the final price
Hydraulic Markers
£2,600
Avadex Applicator (240L)
£8,800
OSR/Slug/Fert Applicator (130L)
£6,800
iSOBUS Ready Cable
£480
Variable Rate Unlock Code
£680
Wheel Scrapers
£35
Electric Half Shut Off
£1,400
Blockage Sensors (Grain only)
£880
Blockage Sensors (Grain & Fertiliser)
£1,760
Technical Specification
Model | GD4001T | GD4801T | GD6001T | GD8001T | GD3001T G&F |
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Working width (m) | 4 | 4.8 | 6 | 8 | 3 |
Hourly output (ha) | 4 | 5 | 7 | 9 | 3 |
Row spacing (mm) | 166 | 166 | 166 | 166 | 166 |
Minimum coulter pressure (kg) | 300 | 275 | 240 | 202 | 250 |
No. of coulters | 24 | 28 | 36 | 48 | 18 |
Minimum power requirement (hp) | 140 | 160 | 180 | 240 | 115 |
Frame type | Folding | Folding | Folding | Folding | Rigid |
Working speed (km) | 8-12 | 8-12 | 8-12 | 8-12 | 8-12 |
Road transport width (m) | 2.99 | 2.99 | 2.99 | 2.99 | 2.99 |
Weight - Grain Only (kg) | 7400 | 7800 | 8300 | 9700 | N/A |
Weight - Grain & Fertiliser (kg) | 7700 | 8000 | 8700 | N/A | 4550 |
Height (m) | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
Length (m) | 7.5 | 7.5 | 7.5 | 7.5 | 7.5 |
Hopper capacity (l) | 5000 | 5000 | 5000 | 5000 | 4000 |
Transport wheel size | 800 / 45R26.5 | 800 / 45R26.5 | 800 / 45R26.5 | 800 / 45R26.5 | 560 / 60 R22.5 |
Disc Diameter Ø (mm) | 405 | 405 | 405 | 405 | 405 |
Press wheel | 4.00-8 6 ply Kevlar belt | 4.00-8 6 ply Kevlar belt | 4.00-8 6 ply Kevlar belt | 4.00-8 6 ply Kevlar belt | 4.00-8 6 ply Kevlar belt |
Hydraulic spool requirement | 2 double acting + 1 single acting + free flow return | 2 double acting + 1 single acting + free flow return | 2 double acting + 1 single acting + free flow return | 2 double acting + 1 single acting + free flow return | 2 double acting + 1 single acting + free flow return |
Fan oil capacity (l/min) | 45 | 45 | 45 | 45 | 45 |
Brakes | Hydraulic | Hydraulic | Hydraulic | Hydraulic | Hydraulic |