The grassland subsoiler removes soil compactions and pans, so that the crop roots are better able to reach water in the soil. The soil is more suitable for developing roots, while it allows rainwater to easily seep into the soil during springtime and autumn.
The unique design of the tines/legs of the grassland subsoiler prevents the mixing of upper and lower layers of soil. The 6 or 25 cm wide chisel/point attached to the tine loosens the soil by breaking up the compaction. After cultivation, the soil will soon return to the state where it can absorb a sufficient amount of water, while its permeability has been improved. Subsoiling has a positive effect on the oxygen content of the soil. Higher oxygen concentration makes for better root development and consequently improves the plants' ability to absorb water and nutrients.
The disc running in front of the tine makes a narrow cut in the sward, after which the tines/legs and the attached chisels/points can do their work. The grassland subsoilers come standard with an Orion roller segment behind each tine. The Orion roller closes the slot and makes sure that the sward is properly sealed. The working depth can also be adjusted via the roller (from 15 to 40 cm at the most).
In the standard version, a shear-bolt device protects the tines from overloading and damage as a result of stones. For use in soil containing many stones and obstacles, a hydraulic obstacle protection is available as an optional extra. Thanks to this effective protection, the grassland subsoiler works also in stony soils.
Size in cm
Type | No. of tines/legs | Working width | Tine spacing | Max. working depth | HP | Cat. | Hydr. folding frame | Transport width | Kg |
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WBG 3-270 | 3 | 270 | 90 | 45 | >90 | 3L | No | 250 | 1015 |
WBG 5-300 | 5 | 300 | 60 | 45 | >120 | 3L | No | 290 | 1280 |
WBG 5-450 | 5 | 450 | 90 | 45 | >170 | 3L | Yes | 300 | 1815 |
WBG 7-525 | 7 | 525 | 75 | 45 | >190 | 3 | Yes | 300 | 2780 |
WBG HS 3-270 | 3 | 270 | 90 | 45 | >110 | 3L | No | 250 | 1250 |
WBG HS 5-300 | 5 | 300 | 60 | 45 | >150 | 3L | No | 300 | 1980 |
WBG HS 5-450 | 5 | 450 | 90 | 45 | >170 | 3L | Yes | 300 | 2875 |
WBG HS 7-525 | 7 | 525 | 75 | 45 | >190 | 3 | Yes | 300 | 3210 |
WBG HS 7-630 | 7 | 630 | 90 | 45 | >210 | 3 | Yes | 300 | 3315 |
HS versions are provided with hydraulic obstacle protection