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The 4 models of the VKM series of shredders allow optimal management of fallow land, pastures and of grass regrowth with a working width comprised between 2.09 and 3.03 m.
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VKM shredders are designed primarily for managing your pastures, fallow land and scrub land. Nevertheless, they can also be used for shredding prunings thanks to their low construction with rounded edges and internal rotor bearings that facilitate shredding almost everywhere, including under trees and vines. They can also be equipped with optional raking tines for collecting residues. With an adjustable rear hood, the shredding degree can easily be adapted to the amount of residue.
The VKM is equipped with mechanical offset (hydraulic offset is an option).
This design allows the machine to remain compact with a centre of gravity close to the tractor.
Fine shredding and uniform distribution are the solutions to speed up the decomposition and transformation into humus of your pasture or fallow land residues. The helical arrangement of the tools on the rotors is optimal to ensure smooth rotation, good suction for a clean cut, as well as a good homogeneous distribution of the shredded material for improved decomposition. Optional semi-pivoting wheels offer another way to provide height control.
Among the possible assembly from the factory, you can choose between two tools. Hammer knives will be perfectly suited for shredding grass while Y knives will be effective in scrub land. On specific request, heavy hammer knives can be installed to work in woody residues (vine shoots and prunings) and straight Y knives will allow you to handle crop residues (stubble).
The double row of ball bearings ensures a longer shredder service life. Sealing is perfect through chicanes and the greasing system. The roller is fitted closest to the rotor for efficient ground following and a self-cleaning action from the flails.
| Models | 210 | 240 | 280 | 305 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Working width (m) | 2.09 | 2.37 | 2.79 | 3.03 |
| Transport width (m) | 2.25 | 2.55 | 2.98 | 3.21 |
| PTO speed (min) | ||||
| Minimum tractor power requirement (kW/hp) | 51/70 | 59/80 | 66/90 | 74/100 |
| Maximum authorized DIN motor power (kW/hp) at 1,000 min (or 540 if only version available) | 96/130 | 96/130 | 96/130 | 110/150 |
| Attachment | 3-point, cat 2 | 3-point, cat 2 | 3-point, cat 2 | 3-point, cat 2 |
| Lateral offset (mm/in) | 520 | 580 | 580 | 580 |
| Free wheel | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 |
| Rotor drive | 1,833 | 1,833 | 1,833 | 1,833 |
| Rotor diameter (mm/in) | 1,960 | 1,960 | 1,960 | 1,960 |
| Rotor Speed | 48 | |||
| Linear speed of tools (m/s) | 48 | 48 | ||
| Number of articulated scoop knives | 22 | 24 | 28 | 32 |
| Number of hammer knives | 44 | 48 | 56 | 64 |
| Number of long hammer knives | ||||
| Number of universal knives with stubble pallets | ||||
| Number of universal knives | ||||
| Counter blade | ||||
| Side skids | ||||
| Height adjustment | Semi-adjustment wheels or rollers with removable ends | Semi-adjustment wheels or rollers with removable ends | Semi-adjustment wheels or rollers with removable ends | Semi-adjustment wheels or rollers with removable ends |
| Roller diameter (mm/in) | 180 | |||
| Weight with equipment (kg/lbs) | 870 | 910 | 960 | 990 |
