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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Your benefits

Power savings

Offset tamping wheels for fuel savings

The tamping wheels of the ESPRO R 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.

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.

Universal multi-seed metering unit

The pneumatic circuit of the ESPRO (R) consists of a powerful blower and a metering system allowing seeds of different sizes and shapes to be distributed over an application rate range of 1 to 430 kg/ha. Rapeseed, wheat, beans… everything is possible with this universal metering unit. To start the calibration test, nothing could be simpler! An on/off button, positioned near the metering unit, allows starting or stopping the calibration test. The low noise blower is positioned high and protected from dust for an extended service life and reduced maintenance.

Universal tramlining and clogging monitoring

The ESPRO distribution head is equipped as standard with VISTAFLOW valves allowing the creation of 2x2 row tramlines. For clogging monitoring and universal tramlining, it can be optionally equipped with VISTAFLOW valves on all rows. When a row becomes clogged, the terminal screen automatically indicates this. On the distribution head, the LED for the row concerned turns red allowing the user to locate the problem in just a few seconds!

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. Their concave and notched shape makes them efficient in all types of soils, including heavy soils with a lot of residue.

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

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
Oil consumption (l/min)
Required electrical equipment
Tractor power requirement kW / hp
ESPRO 3002 WITH BRAKES ESPRO 3002 OPTISEED ESPRO 8000 R ESPRO 4002 R ESPRO 4002 R OPTISEED ESPRO 6002 R ESPRO 6002 R OPTISEED
3 3 8.00 4.00 4 6.00 6
3 3 3.00 3.00 3 3.00 3
8.30 8.3 9.50 8.50 8.5 9.00 9
3700 3700 10800 5500 5500 7300 7300
On cat. 3 lower link arms On cat. 3 lower links Depending on equipment On cat. 3 lower link arms On cat. 3 lower links On cat. 3 lower link arms On cat. 3 lower links
1 SA for the blower drive (except if VARIO drive)
1 SA for the hydraulic valve bank
1 free return (common to valve bank and blower)
1 DA to switch between work and transport position
1 SA for the blower drive (except if VARIO speed)
1 SA for the hydraulic valve bank
1 free return (common to the hydraulic valve bank and blower)
1 DA for switching between work and transport position
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 valve bank
1 free return (common to valve bank and blower)
1 SA for the blower drive (except if VARIO speed)
1 SA for the hydraulic valve bank
1 free return (common to the hydraulic valve bank and blower)
1 DA for switching between work and transport position
1 SA for the blower drive (except if VARIO drive)
1 SA for the hydraulic valve bank
1 free return (common to valve bank and blower)
1 SA for the blower drive (except if VARIO speed)
1 SA for the hydraulic valve bank
1 free return (common to the hydraulic valve bank and blower)
1 DA for switching between work and transport position
35 l / min. at 100 bar 35 l / min à 100 bars 35 l / min à 100 bars 35 l / min. at 100 bar 35 l / min à 100 bars 35 l / min. at 100 bar
1 prise ISOBUS
1 prise 7 plots
1 prise ISOBUS
1 prise 7 plots
1 prise ISOBUS
1 prise 7 plots
74/100 74/100 198/270 117/160 117/160 147/200 147/200
Hopper
 
Hopper capacity (l)
Loading height approx. (cm)
Opening dimensions approx. (cm)
Hopper sieve with locking
Roll-up cover
Fast emptying hatch
ESPRO 3002 WITH BRAKES ESPRO 3002 OPTISEED ESPRO 8000 R ESPRO 4002 R ESPRO 4002 R OPTISEED ESPRO 6002 R ESPRO 6002 R OPTISEED
2500 2500 5500 3500 3500 3500 3500
270 275 315 296 300 296 300
64 x 263 60 x 120 (2x) 88 x 359 64 x 263 60 x 120 (2x) 64 x 263 60 x 120 (x2)
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 As standard As standard As standard
Delivery
 
Application rate
Number of metering units
Max. application rate
Hopper/metering unit separating sliding hatch
Number of distribution heads
Type of head
ESPRO 3002 WITH BRAKES ESPRO 3002 OPTISEED ESPRO 8000 R ESPRO 4002 R ESPRO 4002 R OPTISEED ESPRO 6002 R ESPRO 6002 R OPTISEED
Centralised volumetric metering unit with electric drive and disengageable agitator OPTISEED - Cassette metering unit Centralised volumetric metering unit with electric drive and disengageable agitator Centralised volumetric metering unit with electric drive and disengageable agitator OPTISEED - Cassette metering unit Centralised volumetric metering unit with electric drive and disengageable agitator OPTISEED - Casette metering unit
1 2 1 1
400 kg/ha at 15 kph 300 Kg/Ha à 15 km/h
450 Kg/Ha à 10 km/h
300 Kg/Ha à 15 km/h
450 Kg/Ha à 10 km/h
400 kg/ha at 15 kph 300 Kg/Ha à 15 km/h
450 Kg/Ha à 10 km/h
400 kg/ha at 15 kph
As standard As standard As standard As standard As standard As standard As standard
2 2 2
Tramlining 2x2 VISTAFLOW
Tramlining 2x2 VISTAFLOW + monitoring - available from 2027
Full VISTAFLOW head (universal tramlining)
Tramlining 2x2 VISTAFLOW
Tramlining 2x2 VISTAFLOW + monitoring - available from 2027
Full VISTAFLOW head (universal tramlining)
Tramlining 2x2 VISTAFLOW
Tramlining 2x2 VISTAFLOW + monitoring - available from 2027
Full VISTAFLOW head (universal tramlining)
Opener discs
 
Number of opener discs
Opener disc dimensions (mm)
ESPRO 3002 WITH BRAKES ESPRO 3002 OPTISEED ESPRO 8000 R ESPRO 4002 R ESPRO 4002 R OPTISEED ESPRO 6002 R ESPRO 6002 R OPTISEED
24 64 48
Diameter: 460 - Thickness : 5 Diameter 460 - thickness 5 Diameter: 460 - Thickness : 5 Diameter: 460 - Thickness: 5
Press wheels behind discs
 
Number of tyres
Tyre dimensions (mm)
Offset between tyres (mm)
ESPRO 3002 WITH BRAKES ESPRO 3002 OPTISEED ESPRO 8000 R ESPRO 4002 R ESPRO 4002 R OPTISEED ESPRO 6002 R ESPRO 6002 R OPTISEED
10 10 26 13 13 20 20
900 x 215 900 x 215 900 x 215 900 x 215 900 x 215 900 x 215 900 x 215
200 200 200 200 200 200 200
Seed placement / Seeding control
 
Number of seeding rows / Distance between rows (cm)
Number of rows
Spacing between rows (cm)
Type of seeding unit
Control terminal
Electronic monitoring
Electronic application rate adjustment
ESPRO 3002 WITH BRAKES ESPRO 3002 OPTISEED ESPRO 8000 R ESPRO 4002 R ESPRO 4002 R OPTISEED ESPRO 6002 R ESPRO 6002 R OPTISEED
20 / 15 26 / 15.38 40/15
20 52 26 40
15 15.38 15.38 15
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 unit with hydraulic ground pressure and 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 unit with hydraulic ground pressure and 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 unit with hydraulic ground pressure and 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
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
Equipment
 
Digital weighing scale + bag
Road light and signalling, LED working lights, metering unit and hopper lights
Rear and side lights
Speed radar
Working lights
ESPRO 3002 WITH BRAKES ESPRO 3002 OPTISEED ESPRO 8000 R ESPRO 4002 R ESPRO 4002 R OPTISEED ESPRO 6002 R ESPRO 6002 R OPTISEED
As standard As standard As standard As standard
As standard
As standard As standard As standard As standard As standard As standard
As option As standard As option As option
As option As option

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