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AgriCulture MAChiNery

leMKeN introduces new subsoiler
The Onyx subsoiler completes the It lifts the soil, creating cracks due to the
LEMKEN range of tillage implements, of- lifting action and the weight of the soil
fering farmers a professional solution for itself. This breaks up compacted layers
working depths of up to 60 cm. Designed such as plough pans and improves wa-
to meet the highest demands, this tined ter infiltration through the resulting mi-
implement provides impressive versatil- cro-cracks.
ity. The Onyx is available in two rigid ver- Both share variants can also be equipped
sions: the Onyx MR/300 with a 3.0 metre with wings. These ensure a wider and
working width and the Onyx MR/400 with more homogeneous loosening of the soil,
a 4.0 metre working width. as well as a better mixing in of organic
Mixing share) or the OL (Onyx Loosen-
This subsoiler stands out thanks to its ing share). Both shares are hard-faced as matter.
simple and exceptionally robust design. standard and optionally available with Well thought-out roller technology
The frame structure is not assembled, but carbide coating to withstand wear-inten- For levelling and reconsolidation of the
carefully welded together to ensure sta- sive operating conditions. loosened soil, LEMKEN recommends two
bility and durability. A notable feature is The OM share, which is designed to rollers specially adapted to the Onyx: the
the 90 cm underframe clearance, which move and intensively mix the soil, is DSW 580 double spiked roller and the
provides ample space to the base frame RSW 600 tube bar roller. A quick-change
even at the maximum working depth. mounted on a curved stalk with a guide roller system enables the rollers to be
plate. With a working depth of 25 to 40
The frame also features a very clear de- cm, it is ideal for improving the soil struc- changed quickly, providing maximum
sign with two beams spaced 84 cm apart, flexibility in variable soil conditions.
ensuring easy access for inspection and ture through medium-depth loosening The Onyx will be available in limited
and subsequent levelling. Thanks to the
maintenance. hydraulic depth adjustment, the Onyx can numbers from 2026. As a result, the ag-
Share technology for various tillage be operated conveniently directly from ricultural technology specialist LEMKEN
effects the tractor, making it ideal for variable will offer a comprehensive range of
The centrepiece of the Onyx subsoiler operating conditions. The OL share, on products for the various arable farming
is its sophisticated share system, which the other hand, is mounted on a straight methods, from conventional tillage with
comes in two variants with a 42.5 cm line stalk and is designed for deep loosening ploughing to minimum tillage or strip till.
spacing. It can be used with the OM (Onyx at working depths between 40 and 60 cm. Circle 24 on enquiry card

KroNe is expanding its extensive Big X series

with the Big X 860 forage harvester
The BiG X 860 is the latest addition to ensuring environmentally friendly oper-
the KRONE forage harvester range. This ation of the forage harvester.
843 hp machine complements the large Like the other models in the power-
BiG X series with the BiG X 680 to 1180 ful series, the BiG X 860 comes with the
models, featuring power outputs of 687 PowerSplit feature. This allows engine
to 1156 hp. While the previous models performance to be adjusted as required
in this power class are equipped with V8 at the touch of a button: If full power is neath the chopping drum and behind the
and V12 engines, KRONE has opted for a not needed, you can simply work in the discharge accelerator always ensures
newly developed, extremely robust and economical Eco-Power mode. Various blockage-free work. This allows the ma-
fuel-efficient 6-cylinder in-line engine power ranges can be selected to ensure chine to be optimally utilised at the limit
for the BiG X 860. Furthermore, this for- that forage harvester drivers can react and helps reduce diesel consumption.
age harvester is also equipped with nu- individually to respective operating con- Perfect data management
merous KRONE features that ensure max- ditions. However, if full power is needed,
imum comfort and top performance. drivers can simply switch to X-Power Thanks to the various KRONE harvest-
Powerful and economical engine mode. Depending on the actual setting, ing headers – EasyCollect or XCollect for
the machine can also toggle automati- maize, EasyFlow for grass and XDisc for
The 6-cylinder in-line engine devel- whole crops – the BiG X forage harvester
oped by Liebherr is designed for the cally and infinitely between the various is a real all-rounder. The DLG-approved
harshest operating conditions. The 843 engine performances. This technology NIR Control dual sensor has proven to
hp diesel engine, with an 18-litre en- represents fuel savings and increased be extremely useful for measuring and
gine displacement, stands out due to its efficiency. documenting the nutrient levels of plants
high power density and delivers a peak Excellent performance thanks to
torque of 4,000 Nm at only 1,300 rpm. innovative features when harvesting. Not only these values
but also other important machine data
Alongside its high power, the engine also The innovative crop flow concept of
convinces with its low fuel consumption the BiG X 860 is also exemplary: The can be recorded and transmitted in real
and oil change intervals of every 1,000 six pre-compression rollers, the large time using the KRONE SmartConnect te-
engine hours or every two years. This chopping drum and the OptiMaxx 305 lemetry unit. This data can be displayed
contributes to a significant reduction in corn conditioner guarantee intensive in KRONE SmartTelematics and/or trans-
overall running costs. Needless to say, the grain and stalk conditioning. Even with mitted to various farm management sys-
diesel engine meets the requirements of uneven crop feed, the VariStream con- tems via the agrirouter.
exhaust emission stage V or Tier 4f, thus cept with spring-loaded floors under- Circle 25 on enquiry card
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