ESPRO R min-till seed drills

Higher work output, less power requirement.

Are you looking for an ergonomic seed drill with high work output and low pull power requirement? The seed drills of the ESPRO R range are made for you! They ensure high performance whether you have chosen to sow on ploughed or min-tilled land.

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Power savings

Offset tamping wheels for fuel savings

The tamping wheels of the ESPRO RC range seed drills are staggered in 2 rows offset by 200 mm to avoid the “bulldozer” effect. Dirt and residue do not accumulate at the front of the wheel assembly. Their large diameter (900 mm) limits rolling resistance and thus limits the required pull power. Their narrow profile facilitates the flow of soil and residue. Note that these wheels are not linked together, which avoids marking at the end of the field. Finally, the “square” tread pattern of the tyres ensures uniform tamping of the seeding lines. A unique concept combining seeding precision, power and fuel savings and high work output!

Levelling adapted to any conditions

ESPRO (R) seeders can be equipped with a set of front tamping wheels, track eradicators or a levelling blade. The objective? level the soil before passing the two rows of preparation discs. This configuration contributes to reducing fuel consumption and maintaining the seed drill in light soils. Hydraulic adjustment of the tamping wheel pressure from the cabin ensures optimal performance, whatever the type of soil.

A light machine reducing pull power requirement

The overall weight of the ESPRO 1002 (R) seed drills has been reduced thanks to the lighter chassis and the new plastic hopper. This new design limits pull power requirement and therefore fuel consumption. It also offers excellent manoeuvrability for transport and work.

Your comfort is our priority

ISOBUS management

The electric distribution drive, coupled with an ISOBUS terminal, offers many possibilities!

intuitive calibration test thanks to the calibration button and automatic engagement of the metering system,
simple and quick adjustments of the pressure and working depth of the working elements;
automated management of headland turns without using the tractor controls;
modulation of the seed application rate which can be done manually or automatically by GPS via an ISOBUS terminal with the TC-GEO function.

So many assets making the ESPRO a seed drill designed and appreciated for its ergonomics and comfort of use!

Clever headland turn management

The headland turn management is automated and does not require using the tractor controls. How does it work ? Select “go” or “end” on the CCI terminal screen. The working elements lower or raise and the metering unit automatically activates or stops in the pre-programmed order.

Automated headland turn of the ESPRO range seed drills

Easy and secure hopper access

Loading the ESPRO 1002 (R) hopper is quick and easy thanks to its secure, side access platform at mid-height. If you forget, the platform automatically folds when moving to the transport position. A half-opening mode is available with the advantage of loading as close as possible to the seed drill. The tarpaulin is equipped with an automatic winding system with central locking.

Precision at high speed

A versatile and universal seed drill

Thanks to the possible combination of six independent working sections, the ESPRO range seed drills ensure optimal performance whether on plowed or min-tilled land.

Levelling: set of front tamping wheels or levelling blade;
Soil cultivation: working discs distributed over 2 rows ;
Tamping upstream of the seeding units: narrow, large diameter tamping wheels with an exclusive tyre tread pattern;
Seeding: CROSSFLEX seeding bar equipped with double large diameter discs, beveled and offset;
Consolidation of each seeding line: press wheels for excellent soil/seed contact ;
Covering: universal covering harrow.

Working discs especially effective in min-till practices

The large diameter working discs (460 mm) are distributed over 2 rows and positioned in front of the seeding units. They cut crop residues, incorporate them into the soil and refine the soil to prepare the seedbed. In addition to the concave and notched discs, seed drills in the ESPRO 1002 (R) range can be equipped with “straight” working discs perfectly suited to min-till cultivation techniques. These limit the surface area worked and keep the soil moisture. The individual and independent attachment of each disc also ensures excellent ground following.

The precision of the CROSSFLEX seeding bar

The CROSSFLEX seeding bar is equipped with double large diameter discs (350 mm), beveled and offset by 41 mm. These characteristics ensure perfect V-shaped furrow opening and precise seed positioning even in dry conditions or in the presence of crop residue. The seeding units are mounted on a bar with an exclusive cross-shaped profile. Polyurethane blocks hold them securely in place for a regular seeding depth even at high speed. The maximum ground pressure is adjustable up to 120 kg. Finally, the press wheels ensure excellent soil/seed contact.

Equipment

A host of optional equipment are available on the trailed min-till seed drill range ESPRO

Terminal sterujący CCI 1200 z ekranem roboczym ESPRO

All your information displayed on the same screen!

The AEF-certified CCI 1200 ISOBUS terminal focuses on three priorities: performance, visibility and flexibility. It allows you to intuitively monitor your machines with its anti-glare 12.1"/30.5 cm large touchscreen. All essential information during work can be displayed in different formats (vertical, horizontal, maxi-view, mini-view, double UT,…). Among its most innovative applications, it performs Section Control, application rate modulation from maps or biomass sensors and guidance assistance, all using GPS data. For seed drills, it also manages tramlining automatically. Connecting one or two video cameras increases comfort of use.

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CCI 800 ISOBUS terminal with ESPRO seed drill work screen

The compact CCI 800 terminal!

The AEF-certified CCI 800 ISOBUS terminal features a 8"/20.3 cm screen. Essential information is displayed with a main view and mini-views on the side. Click on the mini-view to enlarge it. It can offer the same applications as the CCI 1200 terminal. Among its most innovative applications, it performs Section Control, application rate modulation from maps or biomass sensors and guidance assistance, all using GPS data. For seed drills, it also manages tramlining automatically. Connecting one or two video cameras increases comfort of use.

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Spulchniacz śladów na wyposażeniu siewnika rzędowego ESPRO w celu niwelowania śladów kół ciągnika

To loosen the soil at the rear of the tractor wheels

The height-adjustable track eradicators are designed to loosen the compacted soil in the trail of the tractor wheels. An intelligent fold system allows them to retract quickly from work during headland turns.

VISTAFLOW tramlining valve to monitor seed passage

Explore the intelligence of the VISTAFLOW valve!

VISTAFLOW is an intelligent tramlining valve that monitors seed passage inside seeding tubes. Fitted to the distribution head of each seeding row, the VISTAFLOW tramlining valve enables any tramlining rhythm and controls seed flow in each row.

A blower that can be driven by an independent hydraulic system

The hydraulic blower drive can be powered by the tractor's hydraulic system or by an independent system (called VARIO). Thanks to the independence of the VARIO hydraulic unit, the blower speed is not impacted by fluctuations in engine speed. This has many advantages: easier adjustment of the blower speed, a constant seed flow to the seeding units and fuel savings.

Specifications

Technical characteristics


Working width (m)
Transport width (m)
Transport length (m) - without equipment
Weight approx. (kg)
3-point hitch category
Required tractor hydraulic equipment
Tractor power requirement kW / hp

ESPRO 4000 R	ESPRO 4002 R	ESPRO 6000 R	ESPRO 6002 R	ESPRO 8000 R
4.00	4.00	6.00	6.00	8.00
3.00	3.00	3.00	3.00	3.00
8.20	8.50	8.90	9.00	9.50
5500	8.50	8000	7300	10800
On cat. 3 lower link arms	On cat. 3 lower link arms	Depending on equipment	On cat. 3 lower link arms	Depending on equipment
1 SA for the blower drive (except if VARIO drive) 1 SA for the hydraulic block 1 free return (common to block and blower)	1 SA for the blower drive (except if VARIO drive) 1 SA for the hydraulic block 1 free return (common to block and blower)	1 SA for the blower drive (except if VARIO drive) 1 SA for the hydraulic block 1 free return (common to block and blower)	1 SA for the blower drive (except if VARIO drive) 1 SA for the hydraulic block 1 free return (common to block and blower)	1 SA for the blower drive (except if VARIO drive) 1 SA for the hydraulic block 1 free return (common to block and blower)
117/160	117/160	147/200	147/200	198/270

Hopper


Hopper capacity (l)
Loading height approx. (cm)
Opening dimensions approx. (cm)
Hopper sieve with locking
Roll-up cover
Fast emptying hatch

ESPRO 4000 R	ESPRO 4002 R	ESPRO 6000 R	ESPRO 6002 R	ESPRO 8000 R
3500	3500	3500	3500	5500
265	296	265	296	315
88 x 324	64 x 263	88 x 324	64 x 263	88 x 359
As standard	As standard	As standard	As standard	As standard
As standard	As standard	As standard	As standard	As standard
As standard	As standard	As standard	As standard	As standard

Delivery


Application rate
Number of metering units
Hopper/metering unit separating sliding hatch

ESPRO 4000 R	ESPRO 4002 R	ESPRO 6000 R	ESPRO 6002 R	ESPRO 8000 R
Centralised volumetric metering unit with electric drive and disengageable agitator	Centralised volumetric metering unit with electric drive and disengageable agitator	Centralised volumetric metering unit with electric drive and disengageable agitator	Centralised volumetric metering unit with electric drive and disengageable agitator	Centralised volumetric metering unit with electric drive and disengageable agitator
1	1	1	1	2
As standard	As standard	As standard	As standard	As standard

Opener discs


Number of opener discs
Opener disc dimensions (mm)

ESPRO 4000 R	ESPRO 4002 R	ESPRO 6000 R	ESPRO 6002 R	ESPRO 8000 R
32		48		64
Diameter 460 - thickness 5		Diameter 460 - thickness 5		Diameter 460 - thickness 5

Press wheels behind discs


Number of tyres
Tyre dimensions (mm)
Spacing between tyres (mm)

ESPRO 4000 R	ESPRO 4002 R	ESPRO 6000 R	ESPRO 6002 R	ESPRO 8000 R
13	13	20	20	26
900 x 215	900 x 215	900 x 215	900 x 215	900 x 215
200	200	200	200	200

Seed placement / Seeding control


Number of rows
Spacing between rows (cm)
Type of seeding unit
Control terminal
Electronic monitoring
Electronic application rate adjustment

ESPRO 4000 R	ESPRO 4002 R	ESPRO 6000 R	ESPRO 6002 R	ESPRO 8000 R
26	26	40	40	52
15.38	15.38	15	15	15.38
CROSSFLEX single arm seeding unit with hydraulic ground pressure and seeding depth adjustment - Offset double discs with hard coated scrapers and covering harrow	CROSSFLEX single arm seeding unit with hydraulic ground pressure and seeding depth adjustment - Offset double discs with hard coated scrapers and covering harrow	CROSSFLEX single arm seeding unit with hydraulic ground pressure and seeding depth adjustment - Offset double discs with hard coated scrapers and covering harrow	CROSSFLEX single arm seeding unit with hydraulic ground pressure and seeding depth adjustment - Offset double discs with hard coated scrapers and covering harrow	CROSSFLEX single arm seeding unit with hydraulic ground pressure and seeding depth adjustment - Offset double discs with hard coated scrapers and covering harrow
ISOBUS Machine: use of a CCI or tractor ISOBUS terminal	ISOBUS Machine: use of a CCI or tractor ISOBUS terminal	ISOBUS Machine: use of a CCI or tractor ISOBUS terminal	ISOBUS Machine: use of a CCI or tractor ISOBUS terminal	ISOBUS Machine: use of a CCI or tractor ISOBUS terminal
Seed level - Blower speed - Metering unit hatch and rotation	Seed level - Blower speed - Metering unit hatch and rotation	Seed level - Blower speed - Metering unit hatch and rotation	Seed level - Blower speed - Metering unit hatch and rotation	Seed level - Blower speed - Metering unit hatch and rotation
As standard	As standard	As standard	As standard	As standard

Equipment


Digital weighing scale + bag
Road light and signalling, LED working lights, metering unit and hopper lights
Rear and side lights
Speed radar

ESPRO 4000 R	ESPRO 4002 R	ESPRO 6000 R	ESPRO 6002 R	ESPRO 8000 R
As standard	As standard	As standard	As standard	As standard
As standard		As standard		As standard
	As standard		As standard
As standard		As standard		As standard

Media

Min-till seed drill ESPRO 6002 R at work

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