Farmet
Softer NS
Linkage Speed Disc
Compact + Easy to Use = The Feature Packed Softer N/NS
The entire Farmet SOFTER range is a true multi-purpose, high speed disc tillage implement that is the perfect fit for the Australian Farmer. Designed to be very low maintenance and requiring little adjustment, the SOFTER is the machine that gets the job done. The SOFTER N/NS linkage range offers the same performance and features as the bigger units but is a more compact 3PL unit.Â
The SOFTER range is very VERSATILE and can handle a wide variety of working conditions. It is very SIMPLE to setup and adjust so you can spend more time working and less time scratching you head whilst trying to work out how to adjust disc angles & roller positions. The SOFTER is built from extremely high quality “eXTRA STEEL Line” steel which has three times higher strength and high flexibility of construction compared to a standard steel components & it also uses zero maintenance Agri-Hubs and long life rubber disc arm mounts so you know it is RELIABLE.
FARMET – The New Force In Australian Tillage!
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FARMET SOFTER NS Specifications
| Softer 2.5N | Softer 3N | Softer 3.5N | Softer 4.5NS | Softer 5NS | Softer 6NS | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Working width | 2400mm | 2900mm | 3500mm | 4500mm | 5000mm | 6000mm |
| Transport width | 2500mm | 3000mm | 3500mm | 3000mm | 3000mm | 3000mm |
| Transport height | 1370mm | 1370mm | 1370mm | 2500mm | 3000mm | 3300mm |
| Total machine length | 2500mm | 2500mm | 2500mm | 2700mm | 2700mm | 2700mm |
| Working depth | 35 - 120mm | 35 - 120mm | 35 - 120mm | 35 - 120mm | 35 - 120mm | 35 - 120mm |
| Number of disks – Front row | 10 | 12 | 14 | 19 | 21 | 25 |
| Number of disks – rear row | 12 | 10 | 14 | 19 | 21 | 25 |
| Diameter of disks | 510 / 560mm (opt) | 510 / 560mm (opt) | 510 / 560mm (opt) | 510 / 560mm (opt) | 510 / 560mm (opt) | 510 / 560mm (opt) |
| Working Performance | 2.5 - 3.8 ha/h | 3 - 4.5 ha/h | 3 .5- 5.3 ha/h | 4.5 - 6.75 ha/h | 5 - 7.5 ha/h | 6 - 9 ha/h |
| Towing vehicle1 |
65 - 100 kW 90 - 140 HP |
80 - 120 kW 110 - 165 HP |
90 – 140 kW 120 – 190 HP |
120 - 180 kW 160 - 240 HP |
130 - 190 kW 175 - 255 HP |
150 - 225 kW 200 - 300 HP |
| Working speed | 10 - 15 km/h | 10 - 15 km/h | 10 - 15 km/h | 10 - 15 km/h | 10 - 15 km/h | 10 - 15 km/h |
| Maximum transport speed | 25 km/h | 25 km/h | 25 km/h | 25 km/h | 25 km/h | 25 km/h |
| Tractor hitch requirement | TPH cat. 2 and 3 | TPH cat. 2 and 3 | TPH cat. 2 and 3 | TPH cat. 3 | TPH cat. 3 | TPH cat. 3 |
| Machine Weight2 | 1740kg | 1,880kg | 2,290kg | 2,950kg | 3150kg | 3650kg |
| RRP ex GST3 | $27,700 | $31,050 | $36,550 | $62,000 | $69,250 | $75,250 |
1Â Recommended towing vehicle, the actual pulling force may significantly change according to the processing depth, soil conditions, inclination of land, wear of working members and their adjustment.
2 Machine weight with Standard Tube Roller.
3 Recommended Retail Price does not include GST, Delivery or Dealer Charges. RRP is based on a standard specified machine as per current Serafin-Farmet RRP Price Book Version 1.6. Different Optional Extra’s are available so please contact the Sales Team or your local dealer for more information.
N – carried machine
NS – carried foldable machine
FARMET SOFTER NS Features
- 510mm Scalloped Disc blades standard (560mm optional)
- Two rows of Discs with 750mm between rows that allows excellent trash flow
- 240mm Disc spacing that offers excellent full-width cut out of soil & plant residue
- Working Widths of 2.5m to 6m with both rigid and folding frame models
- Working Depths of 35mm to 120mm with very simple depth adjustment
- 250kg Breakout through Rubber Torsion Mounted Arm for Disc Protection
- Large Choice of Rear Roller Styles
Fitted standard with either a Category 2 / 3 or straight Category 3 hitchÂ
Frame is made from eXtra STEEL line steel which is three times stronger than standard steel & lighter too!
A completely forged arm allows for a more aggressive disc angle, more strength and less diameter than a standard style arm.
This means better trash flow, a better cut out of weeds and less downtime.
Simple to adjust depth settings on the hydraulic lift cylinders that makes operating easy. Quick to adjust, flip over style ram stops are going to be your new next best friend!
Disks with the diameter of 510 mm (optional 560mm) are located in two rows will undercut the soil. Working depth is 3.5 – 12 cm
Special Side Deflector Plates are fitted to help guide soil that is thrown by the outside disc to within the width of the machine. This helps give a consistent level finish
Clods are crumbled by the rear roller. Various roller types are available to ensure the best performance in different conditions and soil types.
Standard fitment is the Tube Style Crumble Roller.
Built Strong from the Best Materials to Last a Lifetime
Farmet’s special eXtra STEEL line steel is three (yes, 3) times the tensile strength of standard steel. This eXtra strength gives you a much longer life of the machine, less weight & lower fuel consumption.
Maintenance-Free Disc Hub Bearings
Maintenance-free disc hub bearings ensures Trouble-Free operation of the machine with no need of additional lubrication. This means you actually spend less time repairing or servicing your machine and more time being Productive.
Maintenance-Free Rubber Torsion Mounts of Disc Arm
Resistant and maintenance-free rubber torsion mounts that offer ground following adaptation to terrain whilst offering protection against overload or damage from hitting an object like a stump or large rock.
FARMET SOFTER Common Options
Upgrade to 560mm Disc Blade
Standard on the larger SOFTER models, the Softer N series is upgradable to 560mm (22″) Disc Blades from the 510mm.
Addition of a MicroDrill Seeder
The sophisticated design of the machine allows for an installation of the Micro Drill Seeding Unit for sowing catch crop or for planting grass directly.
SynCult Manure Applicator
Complete set of additional equipment for the Softer NS Disc Cultivator for all-area application of manure.
*Not common in Australia
Easy Operation
Due to minimum of adjusting and lubricating points the operation and subsequent maintenance are very easy steps that anybody can perform.
- Minimum number of adjustment points makes it easier to adjust to conditions
- Minimum number of Lubrication points makes servicing faster and easier
- No angle adjustment required for compensation of Disc Wear
Continuous Connection of Passes in the Field
The extreme disc is separately height-adjustable which allows continuous connection of runs by reducing the amount of soil thrown by the outside disc (Often referred to as a furrow filler)
Adjustable Deflector to direct Processed Soil
The height and longitudinally adjustable side deflector for ideal direction of the processed soil ensuring the operator that soil isn’t thrown outside of the machine width so that it offers a more consistent level finish
Manual adjustment of working depth
Easy and continuous adjustment of the working depth using the pins on the coupling bars of rollers in disc plough-harrows Softer 4,5 NS and Softer 6 NS. (substitutable by hydraulic control – optional).
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