AIR-SEEDING equipment

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2 Air-Seeding Equipment Contents Now, more than ever, it pays to Seed Smart When it comes to seeding, you ve got one chance to get it right. And to make the most of that one chance, only the best will do. Today s extensive lineup of John Deere air seeding equipment is just that the best. Technology reliability productivity when your seeding window opens, these are the characteristics you want in your air-seeding equipment. Advanced technology, combined with the best brain-power in the industry, was put to use to develop tools that are more reliable, more timely, and above all, more productive than any other tools on the market today. If you are looking to get the most from your seed investment... John Deere is the place to start. John Deere is all about Seeding Smart! 1910 Commodity Air Cart 4 NEW 1870 Air-Hoe Drill 8 90 Series Openers No-Till Air Drill SFP Air Drill Air-Hoe Drill SFP Air-Hoe Drill Air-Disk Drill 22 Central Commodity System CCS No-Till Air Drill 28 Ag Management Solutions 30 Single-disk opener The smartest way to seed your crop is with John Deere.

3 1910 Commodity Air Cart 1910 Commodity Air Cart Customer-driven refinements customer-approved results At John Deere, we re always gathering customer feedback about our products. As a result, the popular 1910 Commodity Air Cart provides impressive capacity, unprecedented metering accuracy, easy adjustment, and thanks to input from customers like you an optional conveyor system, available dual front tires on tow-behind models, a highrate meter cartridge option, and optional fill lights for convenient evening work. These extras make a big difference in productivity, versatility, and reliability. The 1910 has another advantage: It is fully integrated with the SeedSmart map-based prescription with GreenStar Parallel Tracking and AutoTrac. These guidance products help boost efficiency when seeding both large and small fields. Read on to learn more about the particulars of the Then, talk with your John Deere dealer for more information. Conveyance Systems 7-inch 8-inch 12-inch Flighting Steel X X Cupped X Brush X Conveyor X Center support X Top shut off X X Fill time (bu/hour) 1,100 1,300 2,400 The left rear wheel of the 1910 drives the metering system, making this an in-line, ground-driven system. All drive lines are in-line and provide efficient transfer of power. Drive sprocket size is determined by tire size and the driven sprocket size is determined by the machine s row spacing. This catch bag makes it easy to collect a seed or fertilizer sample for calibration purposes. It fits snugly around the bottom of the manifold chamber, so you ll catch every seed. The bag stores conveniently in a durable storage container mounted securely on the frame. Open-lid indicators let you know with a glance whether tank lids are tightly closed. A colorcoded gauge for each tank provides a guideline for go/no-go metering. This hydraulic motor drives the big 17.6-inchdiameter fan. The fan moves up to 500 lb./ac. by using a high volume of air at slower speeds, minimizing seed damage. Two Tanks Bushels Litres Tonnes Bushels Litres Tonnes Bushels Litres 12, Tonnes Two Tanks Bushels Litres Tonnes Bushels Litres Tonnes Infinitely variable gearboxes transfer power to the meter. You can change rates with this crank adjustment or from the cab with optional variable-rate drive. Tow-Behind Capacity Three Tanks Bushels Litres Tonnes Bushels Litres 12, Tonnes Bushels Litres 15, Tonnes Tow-Between Capacity Three Tanks Bushels Litres Tonnes Assumptions: cubic metre (1000 litres) of: wheat (front tank) = 0.76 tonnes, urea (middle tank) = 0.73 tonnes, fertilizer (rear tank) = 1.10 tonnes, bushel = 35.3 litres Optional electrohydraulic system makes meter calibration fast and easy. Simply depress the switch and an electric valve diverts hydraulic flow to the motor to spin all the meters simultaneously. Includes multiple calibration catch bags. The conveyor system on the 1910 makes cracked and shattered seed a thing of the past. Compared to an auger, seed damage can drop anywhere from 2.8 to.02 percent. The 12-inch-wide belt cuts fill time literally in half when compared with an 8-inch auger. Risers are placed every six inches to better carry seed. Time-savings can be realized in other ways, too, particularly when it comes to clean-out as the conveyor system is much easier to clean than a system using brush augers. One more thing: these conveyors can carry fertilizer too. Optional front duals on tow-behind models improve in-field stability and flotation. Flotation on the front axle is boosted by at least 50 percent with these 16.5L x 16.1 I3 bar tires. Optional fill lights make filling at night an easy task. Two 35- watt halogen lamps provide ample light for filling, calibrating meters, or checking tanks after the sun has set. A telescoping spout on the conveyor and 8-inch auger let you fill tanks right to the top for maximum productivity. You also can adjust the spout to match each tank s height.

4 1910 Commodity Air Cart 1910 Commodity Air Cart Specifications Exceptional row-to-row accuracy saves on input costs Don t let escalating seed and fertilizer costs put a crimp in your cash flow. Let the 1910 Commodity Air Cart help you get the most from every dime you pay for inputs. Thanks to its unique metering system, the 1910 provides unmatched row-to-row accuracy. This can save you thousands in input costs. And along with accuracy, the 1910 offers exceptional capacity. Choose from tow-between or tow-behind configurations, 195 to 430 bushel capacities, and two or three tanks. Convenience is well thought out, too. All adjustments are made without tools from the left side of the cart. You can even change meters when tanks are full. Gears and an in-line drive shaft eliminate many of the chain drives found on other carts. There are just three drive chains, and the transmission clutches run in oil. All this contributes to greater reliability and easier maintenance. 1. A convenient staircase takes you up to a stable platform. From there you ll find 26.5-inch-diameter tank openings at arm s reach, giving you access to each internal ladder. And lids are just 5 feet apart from center to center, making it easy to reposition the auger or conveyor from the platform. 2. Fill tanks in 15 minutes with the 7-inchdiameter auger. The 20-percent-faster 8-inchdiameter auger features controls on both the top and bottom. Or, choose the conveyor system for maximum filling efficiency. 3. This simple, accurate volumetric metering system delivers unprecedented results. Simply choose the colorcoded cartridge that meets your needs: 1) applies rates from to 265 lb./acre. It s ideal for high rates of fertilizer or large seed. 2) applies 30 to 220 lb./acre; 3) applies 20 to 130 lb./acre; 4) applies 2 to 20 lb./acre. Then, use exclusive fine-tuning rings to tailor the meter cartridges to match the number of openers on the seeding tool. 4. A manual half-width disconnect is incorporated right into the meter housing. This lets you stop the flow of seed/fertilizer to half of the meter when seeding point rows, for example. It also allows you to remove the meter cartridge tanks are full. 5. Efficient straight-through airflow lets you single- or double-shoot with only one fan. The large 17.6-inch-diameter fan provides enough air volume to reach 500 lb./acre. This high-volume airflow at lower speeds minimizes seed damage for better germination rates. 6. Primary manifolds with 2.5-inch-diameter tubes distribute seed and fertilizer evenly to the secondary hoses on the seeding tool. Stationary single-shoot or stationary double-shoot primary manifolds are available. Amber lights serve two purposes. When the SeedStar system is set on Set Fan Speed, both lights turn on if the fan speed is within 5 percent of the target. If only the top or bottom light comes on, you re either too high or too low. When filling, alternate flashes indicate the tank is full A trouble-free drive system features in-line drives and infinitely variable gearboxes. Change rates with the simple crank adjustment, or from the cab using optional variable-rate drive. The left rear wheel serves as the 1910 s drive wheel. 8. Get the tire that matches your operation. Choose turf tires for varying soil and residue conditions, and minimal seedbed disturbance. For improved flotation, choose cane and rice tires (towbehind cart only) or 710 metric tires. Other options: dual rear tires, or large 42- or 46-inch single tires. On the tow-behind cart, select dual front tires for increased flotation Filling is a one-person job whether you re using bulk seed bags or filling from a wagon or truck. Auger or conveyor options are easy to maneuver, thanks to a hinged mounting. When seeding is complete, slide the auger or conveyer underneath the 1910 for fast unloading. 10. The tanks on the 1910 offer several advantages over other carts. First, textured polyethylene tanks resist scarring and won t rust. Second, because tanks are translucent, you can readily see the level of product in each tank. And third, the geometric shape of the tanks keeps product flowing downward for more complete clean-out. SeedStar variable-rate control lets you increase or decrease seed/fertilizer rates right from your tractor seat. Inside, three internal Sprague clutches provide constant power to the meters at any rate The 1910 gives you a choice of using single-shoot or doubleshoot primary manifolds. Opt for the single-shoot system for applying starter fertilizer with the seed. Go with the double-shoot air system (shown here) for applying higher levels of fertilizer. It allows simultaneous application of seed and fertilizer by placing them in two different locations in the seed row. The sliding handle on this double-shoot primary manifold lets you switch from single- to double-shoot in a matter of seconds. Product and Air Bottom Run Active Tow-behind Cart Top Run Active With the double-shoot distribution package, one primary manifold is set for delivering high-volume material or large-diameter crops into the top tubes. The second manifold is set for flowing small-diameter crops or lowvolume material to the bottom tubes. This approach is especially helpful when placing fertilizer because it allows for separate placement of seed and high volumes of fertilizer. A by-pass valve allows you to quickly and easily convert from single- to double-shooting. Air Get more value from a 1910 Commodity Cart SIZES Tow-behind, two tanks 195, 270, 350 bu. (6872, 9515, L) Tow-behind, three tanks 250, 340, 430 bu. (8060, 10961, L) Tow-between, two tanks 195, 270 bu. (6872, 9515 L) Tow-between, three tanks 250 bu. (8060 L) Compatible with all John Deere seeding tools: 1830 and 1835 Air Hoe Drills,1870 Air Hoe Drill, SEEDING TOOL COMPATIBILITY 1860 and 1890 No-till Air Drills, 1895 Separate Fertilizer Placement tool, 730 Air Disk Drill, and 1820 Air Hoe Dril. For John Deere tillage tools and all non-john Deere seeding equipment, see your John Deere dealer for compatibility. AUGER (DIAMETER) 195 to 340-bu. carts 7 in. (178 mm); 8 in. (203 mm) optional 350 to 430-bu. carts 8 in. (203 mm) Optional on all sizes 12-in. (305 mm) conveyor AIR SYSTEM Drive Hydraulic, 15 to 40 hp (4.5 to 10.4 kw) required Fan size (diameter) 17.6 in. (438 mm) Hoses 2.5-in. (63.5 mm) primary; 1-in. (25.4 mm) secondary METERING Number Two (three with optional middle tank) Drive Ground GROUND CLEARANCE (TO METERS) 23-in. (58.4-cm) empty, to 20-in. (50.8-cm) loaded TRACTOR HYDRAULIC REQ. One SCV up to 30 gpm (.93 L/s) hydraulic oil for fan, less than 100 psi (6.895 kpa) at fan case drain line, closed center or pressure-compensating. ELECTRONICS 2.5V system TIRES Turf tread* Front Rear 195-bu. Tow-behind Two 16.5L-16.1, 6PR (13) Two , 10PR (R3) 250-bu. Tow-behind Two 16.5L-16.1, 6PR (13) Two , 10PR (R3) 270-bu. Tow-behind Two 16.5L-16.1, 6PR (13) Two , 12PR (R3) 340-bu. Tow-behind Two 21.5L-16.1, 10PR (13) Two 28-26, 12PR (R3) 350-bu. Tow-behind Two 21.5L-16.1, 10PR (13) Two 28L-26, 12PR (R3) 430-bu. Tow-behind Two 21.5L-16.1, 10PR (13) Two 30.5L-26, 12PR (R3) 195-bu. Tow-between Two 23.1L-26, 102PR (R3) 250-bu. Tow-between Two 23.1L-26, 10PR (R3) 270-bu. Tow-between Two 28L-26, 12PR (R3) *Also available are 710 metric, R2 cane and rice, and dual rear tires. DIMENSIONS Height Length Width 195-bu. Tow-behind 12 ft. 5 in. (3.78 m) 25 ft. 3 in. (7.7 m) 13 ft. 8 in. (4.17 m) 250-bu. Tow-behind 12 ft. 5 in. (3.78 m) 27 ft. 1 in. (8.25 m) 13 ft. 8 in. (4.17 m) 270-bu. Tow-behind 12 ft. 9 in. (3.9 m) 25 ft. 7 in. (7.8 m) 14 ft. 2 in. (4.32 m) 340-bu. Tow-behind 12 ft. 9 in. (3.9 m) 27 ft. 5 in. (8.35 m) 14 ft. 2 in. (4.32 m) 350-bu. Tow-behind 13 ft. 6 in. (4.11 m) 25 ft. 11 in. (7.9 m) 14 ft. 3 in. (4.34 m) 430-bu. Tow-behind 13 ft. 6 in. (4.11 m) 27 ft. 9 in. (8.45 m) 14 ft. 3 in. (4.34 m) 195-bu. Tow-between 12 ft. 5 in. (3.78 m) 28 ft. 7 in. (8.7 m) 13 ft. 8 in. (4.17 m) 250-bu. Tow-between 12 ft. 5 in. (3.78 m) 30 ft. 4 in. (9.25 m) 13 ft. 8 in. (4.17 m) 270-bu. Tow-between 12 ft. 9 in. (3.9 m) 29 ft. 2 in. (8.9 m) 14 ft. 2 in. (4.32 m) Specifications and design subject to change without notice.

5 NEW 1870 Air-Hoe Drill 1870 Air-Hoe Drill Seed and fertilize with unrivaled precision Seed Smart with the precision performance of the all-new 1870 Air-Hoe Drill. Featuring the exclusive Conserva Pak opener, the 1870 gives you hydraulic precision depth control that senses and adapts to changing terrain and field conditions. Seed boots and fertilizer shanks maintain consistent depth for accurate seed and fertilizer placement row after row, pass after pass, acre after acre. The result is uniform emergence across the field and, ultimately, higher yields. Applying fertilizer while seeding? The 1870 utilizes two independent hydraulic accumulators which allow the seed and fertilizer openers to be set individually of each other. This design reduces heat build-up in the hydraulic oil; this eliminates the need for oil flow from the tractor, while assuring uncompromised depth control and consistent seed and fertilizer spacing. You can even feather the press-wheel down pressure as needed to match changing field conditions. Talk to your John Deere dealer to learn more about the new 1870 Air-Hoe Drill. The Conserva Pak s unique, compact design, 22.5 inches of under-rank clearance, plus the staggered mounting on the 1870 allow for the best residue flow of any hydraulic-tine opener on the market. Blockage sensors located on secondary seed hose instill confidence in the operator that product is being delivered. 2 3 The 1870 s unique Conserva Pak opener is unlike any other on the market. Designed to provide precise seed and fertilizer placement with low soil disturbance, it utilizes two independent hydraulic accumulators that allow press-wheel (1) and fertilizer-shank (2) down pressure to be set individually of each other. Operating depth of the seed boot (3) is set using a positive locking clamp system. Seedboot trip force is set with a shock-absorbing assembly, and downforce is maintained by the press wheel. This design reduces heat build-up in the hydraulic oil, while assuring uncompromised and unrivaled depth control with consistent seed and fertilizer spacing. You can even feather the press-wheel down pressure on the go to match changing field conditions. The hydraulic system uses nitrogen-charged accumulators to control the fertilizer-shank trip force and individual press-wheel packing pressure. This system operates independently of the tractor so continuous oil flow is not required, and tractor-horsepower requirements are reduced. 1 The Conserva Pak s compact rigid design does not deflect in turns so there s no need to worry about potential seed and fertilizer separation while turning left, or placement of seed directly over fertilizer while turning right. The wide dual-arm truss system provides lateral strength for the opener, keeping unnecessary stress off the frame. The V-shape press wheel has 3.5 inches of girth, which gives more definition to the 3-inch furrow and ensures 100-percent seed-to-soil contact. This helps protect the seed from strong winds and heavy rains. A mud scraper is standard on every press wheel. Two independent hydraulic accumulator force systems allow seed and fertilizer opener trip forces to be set separately. Fertilizer-shank trip force is set by adjusting the pressure on the large accumulator. The smaller accumulator controls downforce for press wheels and seed openers. Trip force for the seed opener is set by adjusting a spring shock attached to the seed openers. The use of independent hydraulic accumulator technology, combined with separate press-wheel downforce, allows the individual press wheels to gauge seed depth. Front castering wheels help stabilize the wing frames and allow the implement to float over uneven ground.

6 10 NEW 1870 Air-Hoe Drill 1870 Specifications 11 Refined depth control for uniform emergence When seeding small grains and oil seeds, consistent seed and fertilizer depth are critical for even emergence. The John Deere Conserva Pak opener provides excellent depth control in paired-row and singlerow settings. Hydraulics keep the openers engaged, even in rocky and undulating field conditions. And since the press wheel is on a separate hydraulically charged accumulator, it will immediately bring the seedboot back into place after being tripped. This leads to less frame abuse and reduced horsepower requirements. What value is this to you? You can achieve accurate and consistent seed placement with less horsepower, less soil disturbance, and more moisture retention all for a quicker, more even emergence, plus the opportunity for bigger yields at harvest. Feed the crop, not the weeds. Easily place fertilizer in dry, liquid or gas forms from 2 to 6 inches deep. Independent opener downforce can be set from 100 to 800 pounds with a trip clearance of 12 inches. The standard dry knife (shown) features carbide tiles on the face for longer wear life; it works with the dry tip and dry tubes. Also available: dry hi-top knives for very abrasive soils, as well as a variety of knives, tips, and tubes made for use with specfic forms of fertilizer. 1. Seedling safety and stand establishment. The 1870 has independently controlled hydraulic-shank openers that place fertilizer up to four inches away from seed. This positive separation eliminates seedling damage caused by some fertilizer forms. In fact, Canadian researchers have observed stand reductions of 5 percent in wheat and 26 percent in canola (Prairie Agricultural Machinery Institute research update 738) when nitrogen was placed too close to the seed. 2. Fertilizer retention. With the 1870, one opener combines four key processes to place nutrients precisely at seeding. This helps minimize nutrient losses from gas escape, volatilization, or leaching. You get (1) simple, adjustable hydraulic accumulator force, (2) fertilizer placement down to six inches deep, (3) low soil and residue disturbance, and (4) a positive closing system. 3. Reduce nitrogen costs and seed more acres. The 1870 helps reduce fertilizer costs by applying nitrogen at seeding with minimal soil disturbance and nutrient losses. USDA research suggests spring-wheat producers who apply nitrogen at seeding typically cut application rates by 15 percent when compared with pre-seeding applications. With lower-cost, concentrated anhydrous ammonia (NH 3 ), there s about a 10-percent savings. Plus, using a 1,750-gallon ammonia wagon can increase seeding productivity by 10 percent an important gain, as yields can be cut by 1 percent per day when seeding after mid-may. 4. Conserve topsoil and build soil organic matter. University and government studies have shown that direct seeding with the Conserva Pak opener helps reduce erosion, builds soil organic matter, helps improve yield, and reduces fertilizer needs. 5. Increased water-usage efficiency. Direct seeding helps retain stubble and surface residue for improved moisture storage. The V-groove press wheel creates a furrow near the seed for water to collect, providing moisture to crops, not weeds. The Benefits of Using the Seed-depth consistency. In North America and Australia, studies show inaccurate seed depth placement can reduce yields from 5 to 25 percent. The 1870 has separate downforce control for the fertilizer shank and press wheel/seed opener. The Conserva Pak opener provides both consistent depth and a consistent amount of soil placed over the seed. 7. Residue flow. Direct-seeding systems and higher yields mean more residue. Oregon studies indicate that heavy residue clumps decrease wheat stands by 30 percent and yields by 7 percent. The 1870 has 22.5 inches of under-rank clearance and 36 inches between openers for excellent residue flow. The unique design of the hydraulic shank allows plenty of vertical clearance. The single and paired-row seed opener are both in line with the fertilizer shank and assist in clearing residue. 8. Soil nitrogen and carbon sequestration. The cost of nitrogen fertilizer is increasing, while the level of greenhouse gases, such as carbon dioxide (CO 2 ), in the atmosphere is rising. University studies show that no-till fields seeded with the Conserva Pak system have substantially increased soil organic matter and sequestered CO 2. This increases the nitrogen available in the soil and reduces the amount of CO 2 in the atmosphere. 9. Seedbed utilization. Twelve-inch-spaced openers with a paired-row seedboot yield as much as narrower rows. Seedbed utilization increases 25 to 30% with two rows at 3 inches. 10. Technology integration. John Deere has integrated Ag Management Solutions into the tractor, the 1910 Commodity Air Cart, and the 1870 Air-Hoe Drill. Map-based prescription seeding and fertilizing, guidance systems, and documentation allow you to Seed Smart and help control rising input costs. WORKING WIDTHS 3-section model 40 ft. (12.2 m) 5-section model 56 ft. (17.1 m) TRANSPORT WIDTH 20 ft. (6.1 m) TRANSPORT HEIGHT 18 ft. (5.5 m) ROAD CLEARANCE 5 1/10 in. (13 cm) with opener tip in field transport position; 10 3/5 in. (27 m) with sweep in road transport position MAINFRAME 3-bar, 3-row frame Hitch Rigid Length 22.1 ft. (6.7 m) from hitch pin to end of rear frame OPENERS AND SPACING Opener system Conserva Pak, featuring independent but linked fertilizer shank and seed opener Standard features Carbide on fertilizer knife and seed opener Number of openers Row spacing 12 in. (30 cm) Number of ranks 3 Space between ranks Minimum of 50 in. (127 m) Space between openers 36 in. (91 cm) Length of opener 48 in. (122 cm) front of beam to rear of packer FERTILIZER SHANK Vertical clearance 31 in. (79 cm) under frame Operating depth 0 to 6 in. (0 to 15 cm) Trip force Independent hydraulic accumulator, adjustable from 100 to 800 lb. (0.4 to 3.6 kn) Carbide facing on knife 5/8 x 3 1/2 x4 3/4 in. (1.6x8.9x12.1 cm) Optional features Ability to handle dry fertilizer; or dry, liquid, or anhydrous ammonia SEED OPENER Operating depth Adjustable from 0 to 3 in. (0 to 7.6 cm) Depth control Attached packer wheel Down force Adjustable from 50 to 120 lb. (0.2 to 0.5 kn) Carbide facing on opener 1 7/8 in. (4.8 cm) wide on single row; 3 in. (7.6 cm) wide on paired row Optional features Single or paired row PRESS WHEELS Independent mounting separate from the fertilizer shank; controls depth of seed opener; Standard features semi-pneumatic rubber V for seed zone packing and seed depth control; scraper for press wheel Down force Independent hydraulic accumulator, adjustable from 20 to 250 lb. (0.9 to 1.1 kn) Number Dimensions 3.5x16 in. (8.9x40.6 cm) TRACTOR REQUIREMENTS Hydraulics One selective control for frame lift; one selective control for wing fold; one selective control valve for setting accumulator pressures Horsepower 275 hp 350 hp WHEELS AND TIRES Wing frame 2 wheels; tires: 10Lx20SL, 12 ply rating 4 wheels; tires: 10Lx20SL, 12 ply rating Gauge wheels 2 wheels; tires: 11Lx15SL, 8 ply rating 4 wheels; tires: 11Lx15SL, 8 ply rating Center frame 10.00x20, 12 ply rating for 12-inch spacing Seeders on mainframe and wing frames APPROXIMATE WEIGHT 17,280 lb. (7 838 kg) 25,380 lb. ( kg) Specifications and design subject to change without notice. Accurate and consistent seed depth and fertilizer separation. That s just one benefit of the Get more out of your seed and fertilizer investment. The exclusive Conserva Pak opener minimizes nutrient losses by precisely placing seed and fertilizer in a paired-row (far left) or single-row (far right)) setting. It places nutrients down to six inches deep and up to four inches away from seed. This separation helps eliminates seedling damage. In addition, the fertilizer opener shatters the hard pan for improved root development and water infiltration. Setting seed depth is simple just slide the the seed opener up or down on each individual row to the preferred depth measurement. The opener s shank is held tight within the assembly, rather than being locked in place with a pin. Over time, pins wear and become loose causing inconsistent seed depth. This paired-row opener seeds paired rows on 9-inch spacing when the shanks are on 12-inch spacing. Total tillage in this zone is 3-inches wide with about 25 percent seedbed utilization (SBU). Also available is the side-band/ single-row opener. You get accurate 12-inch rows with positive separation between seed and fertilizer.

7 12 90 Series Openers 90 Series Openers 13 Accuracy. Versatility. Reliability. Durability. Conventional-till, min-till, no-till. Here s an opener that works effectively in all three types of conditions. It s the 90 Series Opener, and it s found only on the John Deere 1890 No-Till Air Drill, the 1990CCS, the 1895 Separate Fertilizer Placement Air Drill, and the 1590 No-Till Drill. Here s how we made it work: we started with a single-disk design that performs exceedingly well in heavy residue. The 18- inch disk blades are mounted at a 7-degree angle for aggressive action in high-residue fields. Up to 400 pounds of down-pressure provide consistent down force in tough fields. And patented active hydraulic down force maintains that penetration pressure by allowing the hydraulic cylinders to extend or retract in response to changing terrain. Location is everything, especially when it comes to seedboot placement. The seedboots on these new openers are situated at the centerline of the hub so that seeds are deposited right where they need to be for germination at the bottom of the furrow. The advantages to this alignment include better penetration and improved depth control. There s also increased clearance between the blade, the seed tube, and the arm for better residue flow. To boost germination, a 0.75x9-inch press wheel firms the seed into the bottom of the furrow. The rubber wheel resists picking up seeds. Plus, adjusting down-pressure from 5 to 45 pounds is easy no tools are needed. (Available on seed openers only.) Proven no-till openers provide excellent penetration with rugged durability. Since closing the furrow is essential, a 1x12-inch cast closing wheel trails behind the press wheel. The closing wheel can be adjusted to run on top of the furrow or parallel to its side. Three different settings let you add from 26 to 43 pounds of down-pressure. (Optional on fertilizer openers for 1895.) The depth-handle adjustment provides positive depth control. Standard residue shields improve depth control performance in corn stalks. A one-piece seedboot is made of cast iron for durability. It s spring-loaded against the disk blade to help ensure accurate seed placement. A nylon seed deflector keeps seed at the bottom of the furrow to enhance seed-to-soil contact. And, you can choose the optional chrome alloy for up to three times the life span. Consistent depth control is accomplished with low-disturbance 4.5x16- inch semi-pneumatic gauge wheels (3x16-inch semi-pneumatic wheels are available; not available on single-rank 1990CCS). Set depth with thirteen.25-inch adjustments, ranging from.25- to 3.5-inches. Choose either a smooth plastic hub for less soil disturbance, or steel-rim gauge wheels for no-till applications.

8 No-Till Air Drill 1890 Specifications 15 Seed more accurately into nasty conditions The 1890 No-Till Air Drill is an efficient no-till seeding tool. It features a John Deere-quality opener that was made to be a workhorse in tough no-till conditions. The one-piece seedboot stands up to acres of use, and it s positioned for consistent seed placement and residue flow. Just because the 1890 was designed for heavy residue, don t think that s the only use. Two inches of float in the opener system lets openers follow ground contours without extra downpressure. When combined with the exclusive active hydraulic downpressure, you ll get accurate depth control and all-till capability. As for efficiency, the 42- foot, 6-inch 1890 can cover a phenomenal 350 acres in a 10-hour day when paired with the 430-bushel 1910 Commodity Air Cart. Productivity doesn t get any better than that! GreenStar AutoTrac and Parallel Tracking put your focus on seeding, not on straight passes. Numbers on air towers simplify the task of checking plugged hoses in all-opener run blockage system. A primary blockage system also is available. Patented active hydraulic downpressure adds up to 400 pounds of pressure to openers for consistent performance in all conditions. You can seed wheat on 7.5-inch spacing or beans or milo on 15-inch spacing. MODELS 7.5-IN. (19 CM) SPACING 10-IN. (25 CM) SPACING Number of openers 30-ft. (9.1 m) model ft. (11 m) model ft. (12.2 m) model ft. 6-in. (13 m) model OVERALL LENGTH 24 ft. 7 in. (7.5 m) from hitch pin to rear of rear tires Frame 4x6-in. (102x152 mm) cross members and 2x6-in. (51x152 mm) end tubes; 3x6-in. (76x152 mm) hitch CENTER FRAME 30 and 36-ft. models 11 ft. 5 in. (3.5 m) 40-ft. model 15 ft. 2 in. (4.6 m) 42-ft. 6-in. model 15 ft. 2 in. (4.6 m) TIRES Center frame tires and wheels (8) 11L-15, 10PR Wing tires and wheels (4) 11L-15, 8PR TRANSPORT DIMENSIONS Height Width 30-ft. model 11 ft. 11 in (3.6 m) 14 ft. 4 in. (4.37 m) 36-ft. model 14 ft. 11 in. (4.55 m) 14 ft. 4 in. (4.37 m) 40-ft. model 14 ft. 7 in. (4.45 m) 18 ft. 4 in. (5.59 m) 42-ft. 6-in. model 15 ft. 10 in. (4.85 m) 18 ft. 4 in. (5.59 m) WEIGHT 30-ft. model 17,000 lb. (7727 kg) 14,900 lb. (6773 kg) 36-ft. model 20,514 lb. (9325 kg) 18,100 lb. (8227 kg) 40-ft. model 22,400 lb. (10161 kg) 19,600 lb. (8891 kg) 42-ft. 6-in. model 23,500 lb. (10682 kg) 20,350 lb. (9250 kg) OPENER ASSEMBLY Down-pressure Active hydraulic down-pressure, lb. ( kg) per opener Active hydraulic down-pressure, lb. ( kg) per opener Disk Beveled-edge 18-in. (46 cm) disk at 7-degree angle Gauge wheels 4.5x16 in. (11.4x41 cm), adjustable in. (0-9 cm) in.25-in. (0.6-cm) increments Press wheels.75x9-in. (2.54x25.4 cm) rubber wheels, adjustable down-pressure from 5 to 45 lb. (2.3 to 21 kg) Closing wheels 1x12-in. (2.5x30 cm) cast wheel at 20-degrees vertical angle, 7-degrees horizontal angle; 26 to 43 lb. (12 to 20 kg) down pressure CLEARANCE Underframe 22 in. (56 cm) Between ranks in. (134 cm) Between openers 15 in. (38.1 cm) 20 in. (50.8 cm) Road to opener 8.5 in. (21.6 cm) HYDRAULICS Active hydraulic down-pressure requires up to 10 gallon minimum, and closed center or pressure flow compensated Specifications and design subject to change without notice. Excellent emergence accuracy provides great stands and optimum yields A heavy-duty opener makes the 1890 shine in no-till conditions. It offers better penetration and durability than previous no-till openers, thanks in part to a onepiece seedboot that rides in the shadow of the furrow. For ample stability and flotation, the 1890 is equipped with four pairs of tires on the center frame and single tires on the wing frames (duals are optional). To make wheels easier to service, there s a new bolton spindle in the caster-wheel assembly. Transport the 1890 from field to field quickly and easily. Both the 30- and 36-foot sizes slim to just 14-feet, 4-inches wide. The 40- and 42-foot, 6-inch tools fold to a width of 18 feet, 4 inches.

9 SFP Air Drill 1895 Specifications 17 Give your crops the nutrients they need while you seed The 1895 Separate Fertilizer Placement (SFP) Air Drill. This tool puts down seed and starter fertilizer in one furrow and higher rates of another fertilizer in a separate furrow, saving you the cost of a separate fertilizer pass. The 1895 builds on the design of the 1890 No-Till Air Drill. Just like the 1890, the 1895 has two ranks on 10-inch spacing to drill seed. But unlike the 1890, the 1895 features a third rank placed at the front of the tool to put down fertilizer. To make sure fertilizer is in a separate band to keep seed safe, openers are on 20-inch spacing. Team the 1895 with a threetank 1910 Commodity Air Cart and you can seed and apply starter fertilizer through the back two ranks, while you simultaneously apply another fertilizer through the front rank. Low-disturbance, one-pass seeding and fertilizing saves time, labor, and fuel, as well as soil moisture The SFP disc opener features active hydraulic down-pressure, depth gauging at the opener, ultra-low soil and residue disturbance, and a positive closing system to lock-in dry, liquid, or gaseous fertilizer. Advantages of the 1895 You ll make fewer trips across the field, resulting in less compaction You ll eliminate a fertilizer application prior to seeding You ll save time, labor, fuel, and tractor hours by making one less pass You ll conserve moisture by not turning the soil a big benefit in dry areas Dual tires are standard on the mainframe and wings for conditions where additional flotation is needed. (Optional 31x13.5,15-inch tires shown.) Patented active hydraulic down-pressure is a standard feature you ll appreciate for the consistent penetration it provides. You can vary down-pressure from 165 pounds to 400 pounds per opener. Downforce for the fertilizer openers is set separately from the seed openers. The SFP is designed to place fertilizer separate from the seed. This positive separation of fertilizer and seed eliminates seedling damage caused by some fertilizer forms. Monitor the performance of every row with optional all-opener run blockage sensors. This addition will pay for itself by warning you immediately if plugging has occurred. Choose from steel (standard) or plastic gaugewheels on the Steel gauge wheels are ideal for conservation applications, while the smooth plastic gauge wheels are best for loose, tilled soil to minimize soil throw. Both styles are available in a 4 1/2-inch width; plastic also comes in a 3-inch size. You can road your 1895 with ease, thanks to its trim size when folded. The 30- and 36-foot models fold to 14 feet, 4 inches, and the 40- and 43-foot models shrink to less than half their working size at 18 feet, 4 inches. MAINFRAME Cross members 4x6 in. (102x152 mm) End tubes 2x6 in. (51x152 mm) Hitch 3x6 in. (76x15 mm) Centerframe width 30- and 36-ft. models 11 ft. 5 in. (3.5 m) 40- and 43-ft. models 15 ft. 2 in. (4.6 m) Fore-aft dimensions Overall length from hitch pin to rear of rear tires 28 ft. 11 in. (8.8 m) Lateral frame clearance, opener to opener 20 in. (50.8 cm) for 10-in. models Fore-aft frame clearance between ranks 52.8 in. (134 mm) TRANSPORTATION POSITION HEIGHT WIDTH 30-ft. model 12 ft. (3.6 m) 14 ft. 4 in. (4.37 m) 36-ft. model 15 ft. (4.55 m) 14 ft. 4 in. (4.37 m) 40-ft. model 14 ft. 7 in. (4.4 m) 18 ft. 4 in. (5.59 m) 43-ft. model 15 ft. 10 in. (4.85 m) 18 ft. 4 in. (5.59 m) Road clearance 8.5 in. (21.59 mm) TIRES Center frame tires and wheels (8) 11L-15, I-1 12PR Wing tires and wheels (8) 11L-15, 10PR FURROW OPENERS Hydraulic adjustable down-pressure lb./opener Note: Maximum down-pressure requires addition of tractor suitcase weights to centerframe (14) and wings (12). DISK 18-in. disk blade at 7-degree angle Gauge wheels 4.5x16 in. (11.4x41 cm), or 3x16 in. (7.6x41 cm) Gauge wheel adjustment 0.5 to 3.5 in. (1.3 to 8.9 cm) in.25-in. (.64 cm) increments Press wheels (avail. on seed openers only).75x9-in. (2.54x25.4 cm) rubber wheel; adj. down-pressure from 5 to 45 lb. (2.3 to 21 kg) Closing wheel (opt. on fertilizer openers) 1x12-in. (2.5x30 cm) cast closing wheel at 15-degrees vertical angle, with 26 to 43 lb. (12 to 20 kg) down pressure NUMBER OF OPENERS 10-in. (25.4 cm) Seed Spacing 20-in. (50.8 cm) Fertilizer Spacing 30-ft. model ft. model ft. model ft. model WEIGHT 30-ft. model 23,913 lb. (10847 kg) 36-ft. model 27,637 lb. (12537 kg) 40-ft. model 29,555 lb. (13406 kg) 43-ft. model 31,017 lb. (14069 kg) WHEEL SPACING Centerframe outside to outside (duals) 30- and 36-ft. models in. (3.34 m) 40- and 43-ft. models in. (3.98 m) Inside of duals 30- and 36-ft. models in. (2.45 m) 40- and 43-ft. models in. (1.81 m) Tire width 11 in. (279 mm) HYDRAULICS Active hydraulic down-pressure requires up to 10 gallon minimum and closed center or pressure flow compensated Specifications and design subject to change without notice.

10 and 1835 Air-Hoe Drills 1830 and 1835 Air-Hoe Drills 19 Great stands start with uniform depth control Nothing gives a small-grain or oil seed producer more satisfaction than seeing a newly seeded crop emerging uniformly. John Deere s 1830 and 1835 Air- Hoe Drills accomplish just that with their flex-frame design that encourages uniform seeding depth and a smooth field finish. This frame design also provides greater durability and reliability. Plus, optional convenience features increase productivity and enhance performance. If you re looking to earn more from your seed investment, talk to your John Deere dealer about the 1830 and 1835 Air-Hoe Drills. Uniform Seed Depth = Uniform Emergence = Great Stands. You re more attuned to the importance of seed depth than ever before. A uniform field isn t the only result you re after it s yield, too. Proven yield penalties across North America and Australia range from 5 to 25 percent depending on depth variance. So to reduce the variances in depth, the 1830 and 1835 frames feature plenty of diagonal flex. This helps openers maintain consistent depth over uneven terrain and terraces. What s the key? Robust ball joints connect strong fore/aft tubes to 4x4-inch rank tubes, which are joined to one another by pivoting rank connectors. Both the mainframe and wing sections share this durable construction that enables the frame to flex diagonally, relieve stress on solid frame members, and avoid frame failures. Side-to-side flexibility helps ensure uniform seed placement for more consistent stands. Robust ball-joints are key to exceptional flexibility. Now, there s a choice of three standards Value Statement with the new goes 1830 here and 1835 Air Hoe Drills. 550-lb. trip force TruPosition standard. When seed depth consistency and row spacing integrity are top concerns, this low-maintenance design won t compromise. By maintaining seed depth in tough ground conditions, this standard can deliver up to a 5 percent yield increase. The no-bolt design reduces both maintenance costs and downtime. 350-lb. trip force TruPosition standard When excess trip force means bringing troublesome rocks to the soil surface, the 350-lb. trip force TruPosition standard is the answer. Its combination of ruggedness and responsiveness will deliver years of maintenance-free service. Spring cushion standard When conditions call for light-duty standard capable of seeding through soil tilth into moisture, the spring cushion is the answer. Ground-engaging options: Retain soil moisture with low-disturbance knives (left). They re available with either 1-inch or 4-inch spread points that feature long-wearing carbide tips. Perma-Loc spoons and sweeps change out up to five-times faster than traditional bolt-on components for reduced maintenance and costs. For dependable, repeatable, easily adjustable depth control, John Deere provides a choice of two depth-control options on the 1830 and Mechanical depth shims are repeatable and reliable. The positive mechanical depth control, proven on the 1820 Air-Hoe Drill, is standard on the 1830 and Two indexed depth-shim packs on the mainframe are easy to set and reduce the number of adjustment points over previous designs by up to 60 percent. That means you ll spend more time seeding, less time adjusting. TouchSet depth control makes adjusting depth in response to changing field conditions easy. On 8000 and 9000 Series Tractors, the operator uses SCV #1 and the SCV TouchSet control panel to adjust depth right from the cab. Consider the yield penalties of seeding too deep or shallow, and the convenience of in-cab adjustment pays off quickly.

11 SFP Air-Hoe Drill 1830, 1835 Specifications 21 Accurate, one-pass seeding and fertilizing The 1835 Separate Fertilizer Placement (SFP) Air-Hoe Drill has been designed to help you get the most out of your seed, fertilizer, and machinery investments. Now more than ever, it pays to Seed Smart! Acre after acre, year after year, you need a seeding solution that stands up to tough field conditions, while maintaining consistent seed depth in a variety of soils and residue levels. The 1835 has been built with enhanced durability, longevity, and your profitability in mind. When compared to earlier air hoe drill designs, both the new 1830 and 1835 provide a much more robust design. A rigorous field testing program has proven the durability enough that John Deere is proud to offer a full, 3-year frame warranty on each and every new 1830 and 1835 Air Hoe Drill. New flexible frame features unbeatable 3-year warranty; delivers unmatched seeding accuracy and fertilizer retention The new 1830 and 1835 Air Hoe Drills fold to a trim profile for transportation. The Separate Fertilzer Placement openers on the 1835 feature active hydraulic down-pressure and can be locked-up when not being used. Seed and fertilize smart with John Deere SFP openers. As the greatest input cost in small-grain and oil-seed production, the 1835 helps you Seed Smart and get the most out of your seed and fertilizer investment. The SFP system minimizes damage to the young plant, improves seed emergence, and reduces your number of passes through the field. The unique SFP opener combines four key functions to minimize fertilizer volatilization and immobilization of nitrogen placement, including active hydraulic down-pressure, depth gauging at the opener, low soil and residue disturbance, and a positive closing system to lock-in dry, liquid, or gaseous fertilizers. In addition to the multiple fertilizer capability, the SFP openers also feature depth gauging at the opener with 4.5- or 3-inch semi-pneumatic gauge wheels. Depth adjustments can be made in.25-inch increments from.5-inch to 3.5- inches deep. A narrow, 5-degree operating angle allows the SFP opener to create a narrow fertilizer trench while minimizing soil disturbance and helping to preserve valuable soil moisture. WORKING WIDTHS 3-section models 5-section models ft. 4 in. (10.2 m); 34 ft. 4.5 in. (10.5 m); 40 ft. (12.2 m); 41 ft. 8 in. (12.7 m) 50 ft. (15.2 m); 50 ft. 7.5 in. (15.4 m); 56 ft. 8 in. (17.3); 56 ft in. (17.3 m); 58 ft. 4 in. (17.8 m); 59 ft. 4.5 in. (18.1m); 61 ft. 8 in. (18.8 m); 62 ft. 6 in. (19.0 m) 33 ft. 4 in. (10.2 m), 40 ft. (12.2 m), 41 ft. 8 in. (12.7 m) 50.8 ft. (15.3 m); 58.4 ft. (17.7 m); 60 ft. (18.3 m) TRANSPORT WIDTH 20 ft. (6.1 m) TRANSPORT HEIGHT Varies by shank spacing and working width 3-section ft. (4.84 m) to ft. (5.99 m) 5-section ft. (4.97 m) to ft. (5.72 m) MAINFRAME Four-bar frame; 13 ft. 9 in. (4.19 m) center frame; 4x4-in. (102x102 mm) high-strength, box-beam cross members Floating hitch 4x4x3/8-in. (102x102x9.5 mm) Length (with hitch) 32 ft. 8 in. (9.95 m) Flexibility Unique ball-joint and pin connectors provide diagonal flexibility for mainframe and wing frames, plus 10-degrees up; 10-degrees down wing flexibility CLEARANCE Fore-and-aft 87 in. (2.21 m) Shank-to-shank 30 in. (76.2 cm) Between ranks 29 in. (73.5 cm) Underframe 28 in. (71 cm) Road clearance 15 in. (381 mm) with sweeps Temporary Height Reduction during transport 18 to 20 in. (45.72 to 50.8 cm) SEED OPENERS and SPACING Tru-Position Spacing 7.5*, 10, 12.5 in. (190.5, 254, mm) Dimensions 1.25x2x28 in. (31.75x50.8x711 mm) Trip force 350 lb. (1.5 kn) Tru-Position (heavy duty) Spacing 7.5*, 10, 12.5 in. (190.5, 254, mm) Dimensions 1.25x2x28 in. (31.75x50.8x711 mm) Trip force 550 lb. (2.5 kn) Spring Cushion Hoe Spacing 7.5*, 10, 12.5 in. (190.5, 254, mm) Dimensions.75x1.75x24 in. (19.05x44.45x610 mm) Trip force 80 to 250 lb. (0.5 to 1.1 kn) SPOONS and SWEEPS Tru-Position 3, 4, or 12-inch Perma-Loc sweeps. A standard hole spacing allows a variety of alternative tools to be used for single- or double-shooting Spring cushion hoe Penetrator spearpoint DEPTH CONTROL Standard: Mechanical depth shims and stops Optional: TouchSet hydraulic (John Deere 8000 and 9000 Series Tractors) 6 to 9 hp/ft. (4.4 to 6.7 kw); closed-center hydraulics (or similar); one SCV for frame lift; TRACTOR REQUIREMENTS one SCV for wing fold and transport wheels. 1 SCV required for SFP; Hydraulic pressure: 2000 psi min. (34 to 41 ft.); 2200 psi min. (50 ft.); 2500 psi min. (57 to 62 ft.) WHEELS AND TIRES Standard: 11L-15 Transport wheels Optional: 12L-15, 31x , 33x Specifications and design subject to change without notice. * 7.5-in. (190.5 mm) shank spacing on 1830 models only Standard: 12L-15 Optional: 31x , 33x

12 Air-Disk Drill 730 Specifications 23 The one and only till-and-drill tool One trip for secondary tillage and seeding? It s possible with the 730 Air-Disk Drill. From soybeans to small grains and grasses, you can prepare the seedbed while seeding quickly and accurately on 6- or 7.5-inch row spacings. This unique tool is part field cultivator and part double-disk drill. Four rugged cultivator ranks are followed by a rank of doubledisk openers. This makes the 730 ideal for seeding fields with up to 45 percent residue cover. To ensure a consistent working depth, even in rolling terrain, the 730 s wings have plenty of flex. Double-disk openers put seed in touch with moist soil for quick germination. Opener blades are offset a quarter-inch to better penetrate soil and slice residue. Depth-gauging press wheels follow, controlling furrow depth and delivering excellent seed-to-soil contact. John Deere double-disk openers give excellent depth control and seed-to-soil contact in fields with 40 percent residue cover or less, yet provide minimal soil throw. Disk blades are offset for better penetration and improved residue slicing. A narrow, 9-degree angle between blades delivers a consistent seed trench. Exclusive depth-gauging press wheels firm seed into the furrow. A choice of four press wheels lets you match your conditions and seeding objectives. Double-disk openers are staggered in a long/short pattern for better residue flow, and alternating offset blades prevent side drafting. Plus, each opener has a full 15 inches of spring flexibility to handle rocks and clumps. With patented active hydraulics, (below) just dial in the downpressure (up to 105 pounds per opener) to create a furrow and get the desired amount of soil packing over seed. TruPosition standards are optional on the 730. They require 150 pounds of trip force and have a 10-inch trip height to get you up and over obstructions. These standards eliminate side-to-side movement, which gives improved seedbed leveling. This air-design scraper provides aggressive cleaning action between disk opener blades. Non-corrosive galvanized steel and tungsten-carbide wear strips deliver longer life. MODELS 28 FT. (8.5 M) 36 FT. (11 M) 44 FT. (13.4 M) MAINFRAME Type 3-section, 5-bar design with over-center fold Cross members 3x4 in. (75x102 mm) End tubes 2x5 in. (54x127 mm) Hitch 3x6-in. (76x152 mm) tubular rigid hitch Rockshaft 5.5x.375 in. (140x10 mm) 5.5x.5 in. (140x13 mm) Center-frame width 11 ft. 9 in. (3.6 m) 11 ft. 9 in. (3.6 m) 14 ft. 9 in. (4.5 m) FORE-AFT CLEARANCE 10 ft. 3 in. (3.1 m) OVERALL LENGTH 23 ft. 4 in. (7.1 m) from hitch pin to rear of depth-gauging press wheels HYDRAULICS Parallel series; single-point depth control for C-shanks; active, adjustable hydraulic down-pressure at openers CULTIVATOR C-shanks.625x1.75x24 in. (16x4x610 mm) with 135-lb. (61.2 kg) trip force; 9-in. (229 mm) spacing with 10-in. (254 mm) sweeps Number of shanks FINISHING TOOLS Double-bar harrow or single-bar harrow with rolling basket FURROW OPENERS Disk opener 13.5-in. (343 mm) double-disk with.25-in. (6 mm) offset and aluminum boot on 6- or 7.5-in. spacing (152 or 191 mm) spacing Number of openers 6-in. spacing in. spacing Press wheels 2x13 in. (51x330 mm) rubber depth-gauging wheels standard TIRES Walk-over wheels (4) 11x15, 10 PR (4) 11x15, 12 PR (4) 11Lx15 FI load range F Castering gauge 7.6x15, 8 PR TRANSPORT Width 16 ft. (4.9 m) 19 ft. (5.8) Height 11 ft. 3 in. (3.4 m) 15 ft. 4 in. (4.7 m) 17 ft. 6 in. (5.3 m) WEIGHT 10,900 lb. (4944 kg) 13,900 lb. (6305 kg) 17,000 lb. (7711 kg) HYDRAULICS Active hydraulic down-pressure requires up to 10 gallon minimum, and closed center or pressure flow compensated Specifications and design subject to change without notice. Move quickly from field to field. Wings hydraulically fold 110 degrees over-center so the 30- and 36-foot models transport at just 16-feet wide. The big 44-foot size transports at 19-feet wide. One-pass tilling, fertilizing, and seeding make this proven tool a favorite choice for producers looking to increase efficiency For stability in the field, front-mounted castering wheels are standard. To make fore/aft leveling simple, a ratchet-jack is provided. Get accurate, repeatable tillage depth with singlepoint depth control. Crumble clods with this optional harrow and rolling basket team. Or, use a twobar harrow to create a level seedbed. Need more penetration for openers running in wheel tracks? Just finetune individual opener down-pressure with this simple adjustment. To catch plugs early when seeding, add seed-blockage sensors. For a primary blockage system, a sensor is spliced into one seed tube on each tower. With an all-run blockage system, a sensor is spliced into every secondary hose. A convenient T-handle lets you quickly adjust the depth-gauging press wheels to one of 12 settings in quarter-inch increments from 0 to 3.5 inches.

13 24 CCS SeedMetering 25 Central Commodity System: Central to Your Productivity Big yellow seed tanks, sitting atop an air seeder. Maybe you ve seen something like this in a field and wondered what kind of tool you were looking at. You caught a glimpse of a 1990CCS the Central Commodity System (CCS) SeedMetering. CCS SeedMetering uses large bulk-fill tanks to provide extra seed-carrying capacity. Smaller models of the 1990CCS feature a single 70-bushel tank. The wider models of the tools carry one 100-bushel seed tank. The CCS features a fieldproven metering approach that s accurate, exceedingly simple and highly efficient. The information and illustrations at right give you a bird s-eye view of how the system works. Your John Deere dealer can give you more information. The CCS SeedMetering is unique to the new 1990CCS. Here s how the system functions: A meter manifold mounted underneath the seed tank(s) accurately meters seed into a seed cup, where a venturi pulls the seed into an air stream and delivers it to an opener. For durability, CCS tanks are made of the same translucent plastic used on the 1910 Commodity Air Cart. Their specially designed shape ensures good clean-out, as there s no place for seed to lodge. A hydraulically driven fan creates the airflow that moves seed from the central hoppers to the openers. The airflow is divided evenly for each row by a plenum. Airflow enters the plenum and is distributed to individual venturis. Air is funneled into the venturi through a narrow opening. This creates lower pressure inside the venturi than in the seed inlet. This pressure differential pulls air and accompanying seed through the seed inlet into the venturi. Once seed is inside the venturi, the airstream carries it to the opener. How do you know when tanks need to be refilled? This adjustable bin-level sensor sends you a warning inside the tractor cab. Getting to the bulk-fill tanks is easy. Just climb the sturdy steel ladder to the platform. Tank lids are set at waist height, so they re readily accessible. A 14-foot auger is recommended for use when filling. The meter drive system on dual rank 1990CCS models features an optional, factory-installed dual-range sprocket for additional crop flexibility and higher metering rates. This single drive tire runs the metering system. The tire engages when you lower the rockshaft. A 17.6-inch diameter hydraulically driven fan provides more air flow at lower fan speeds than earlier CCS air seeders. Dual-rank 1990CCS models use a larger 1.25-inch diameter flow splitter with optional shut-off gates to evenly divide seed flow between the front and rear ranks. Setting the seeding rate involves just one adjustment, which can be made manually to the transmission or remotely from inside the tractor. Rates are infinitely variable within the selected seeding range.

14 26 CCS Productivity CCS SeedMetering: Here s why it pays Central Commodity System 27 How much was your soybean seed bill this year? Likely higher a whole lot higher than just 10 years ago, when herbicideresistant varieties weren t available. But what if there were a way to reduce your seed costs, possibly by as much as 10 percent? Or almost completely eliminate maintenance charges? Even gain more time to seed? With a Central Commodity System SeedMetering tool, you really can do all these things. Read on to learn how, and then talk with your John Deere dealer to get these benefits paying dividends on your operation. 1990CCS Capacity (based on width) 30 ft. 35/36 ft. 40 ft. 42 ft. 70 bu. 70 bu. 100 bu. 100 bu. Exceptional population rate control results in lower amounts of population variance from meter to meter Better metering performance. The CCS delivers better population control than a box drill or an air seeder, despite the fact that all three are volumetric systems. Here s why: Box drills adjust the seeding rate by sliding the shutoff, which changes the amount of flute exposed to seed. The ability to control this opening at each feedcup across the entire machine is limited, which reduces the ability to carefully control populations. Air seeders also use a volumetric meter on the commodity cart. Unlike a drill, the length and width of flutes exposed to seed are always constant. Instead, rate changes are achieved by turning the meter wheel faster. Accuracy at this point is good; it s not until seed is distributed to the manifolds that population accuracy starts to diminish. The CCS always exposes the same length and width of the meter wheel to the seed, so you get better population control than a drill. However, because there is no secondary air tower on CCS tools, population remains consistent as seed is metered into hoses that deliver product right to the openers. Better monitor performance. Improved population control deserves a monitoring system that works equally well. That s why we developed the SeedStar system. The system uses four sensors or optional all-run sensing on the tool to ensure accurate monitoring. An included original GreenStar display allows the operator to monitor population rates, average population, population at-a-glace, acre counters, and tractor speed. Another advantage of the SeedStar system: it s compatible with AMS applications such as Field Doc and parallel tracking. It also works with GreenStar 2 Pro applications, but dual displays are recommended. Dual-rank 1990CCS machines can instead be equipped with the SM500 monitoring system. The SM500 comes with four counting sensors and an easy-to-read in-cab monitor. This system is also compatible with the optional all-opener seed blockage warning system. When paired, both seed flow and population information will be displayed on the SM500 console. Increased productivity. If you ve been using a drill to seed soybeans, the CCS will offer you some real time savings in terms of filling and clean-out. With the central tanks, a hydraulic 6-inch brush auger can fill one 100-bushel tank from start to finish in 5 minutes. And that s with just one person doing everything. Clean-out is just as fast only 15 minutes! Open the clean-out door on the tanks to allow seed to empy. Once most seed is gone, remove the front meter door to finish the job. Reduced maintenance. No daily maintenance. Those are powerful words. But with the CCS, that pretty much sums up the situation. The meter feed wheels, venturis, meter cups, agitator, delivery fan, and delivery hoses have no daily maintenance requirements and aren t high-wear parts. Better yet, you can skip the frustration and expense of rebuilding meters yearly like with some planters. Utimately, there s less cost involved, not to mention less time required. Three meter-roller choices are available. The narrow black roller works with lowapplication rate crops; the medium black roller is suited for application rates up to 80 pounds per acre; the white roller is for larger seeds and high application rates. The SM500 Monitor lets you monitor both seed flow and population rates from a single, easy-to-use console, eliminating the need to purchase additional monitors. It features four highly accurate opticaltype counting sensors located after the seed-metering wheels. The SM500 also provides an hour counter, ground speed, area, as well as minimum, maximum, and average population. Compatible with the optional all-opener seed blockage warning system.

15 CCS No-Till Air Drill 1990CCS Specifications 29 Multi-crop capable and cost-effective The 1990CCS No-Till Drill is designed for increased productivity and multi-crop seeding capabilities. To meet a wider range of seeding requirements, the 1990CCS is available in three different row-spacings. The 15- inch spacing model is available as a single rank design, while the 7.5- and 10-inch row spacing versions are dual rank machines. The dual rank models can also be equipped with an optional dual row spacing kit to allow you to seed on alternate row spacings. Available in 30-, 35/36-, 40-, and 42-foot frame widths, the 1990CCS uses proven 90 Series single disk no-till openers to provide consistent seed placement with minimal soil disturbance. Thanks to a high-performance air system, an oscillating agitation system that provides greater agitation for crops that are prone to bridging, and larger venturi cups, the dual rank 1990CCS can seed rice, oats, barley, wheat, milo, and soybeans. Proven no-till opener design more than 1 million have been built since first introduced Available on all dual-rank models, the SM500 blockage system uses a dedicated console that provides an easy-to-read numeric display. It can be equipped with optical blockage sensors on every seed opener. The meter drive system on dual-rank 1990CCS models features an optional, factory installed dual-range sprocket for additional crop flexibility and higher metering rates. A 17.6-inch diameter hydraulically driven fan provides more air flow at lower fan speeds than earlier CCS air seeders. Dual-rank 1990CCS models use a large 1.25-inch diameter flow splitter with optional shut-off gates to evenly divide seed flow between the front and rear ranks. The SeedMetering System on the 1990CCS is available in two configurations. Models up to 36-feet wide use a single, 70-bushel hopper. The 40- and 42-foot models use a single, 100-bushel hopper. Both feature a single, larger lid that makes filling tanks easier. Large venturi cups and large 1.25-inch diameter primary hoses are designed for higher seeding rates. The feed wheels are incredibly accurate the amount of seed going to any one meter at any time varies from its neighbors by only 2 percent. Load Cells mounted on the 1990CCS make monitoring population rates for small grains a snap. Available from Scale-Tec, this system allows you to see at a glance how many pounds of product remain in your CCS tanks. MODELS 30 FT. (9.1 M) 36 FT. (11 M) 40 FT. (12.2 M) 42.5 FT. (13 M) MAINFRAME Cross members 4x6 in. (102x152 mm) End tubes 2x6 in. (51x152 mm) Hitch 3x6 in. (76x152 mm) Center frame width 11 ft. 5 in. (3.5 m) 11 ft. 5 in. (3.5 m) 15 ft. 2 in. (4.6 m) 15 ft. 2 in. (4.6 m) Centerline from mainframe wheel support tube to centerline of wing 94.2 in. (2.4 m) 94.2 in. (2.4 m) in. (3.2 m) in. (3.2 m) wheel support tubes FORE-AFT DIMENSIONS Overall length 24 ft. 7 in. (7.5 m) from hitch pin to rear of rear tires Lateral frame clearance, opener to opener Frame clearance between ranks TRANSPORT POSITION 15 in. (38.1 mm) for 7.5-in. (19.1 cm) models 20 in. (50.8 mm) for 10-in. (25.4 cm) models 52.8 in. (134 mm) Height (without markers) 11 ft. 11 in. (3.6 m) 14 ft. 11 in. (4.55 m) 14 ft. 7 in. (4.4 m) 15 ft. 10 in. (4.85 m) Width 14 ft. 4 in. (4.37 m) 14 ft. 4 in. (4.37 m) 18 ft. 4 in. (5.59 m) 18 ft. 4 in. (5.59 m) Road clearance 8.5 in. (21.59 mm) FURROW OPENERS 7.5-in. (19.1 cm) models: lb./opener ( kg) Hydraulic adjustable down-pressure* 10-in. (25.4 cm) models: lb./opener ( kg) 15-in. (38.1 cm) models: lb./opener ( kg) Disk 18-in. (45.7 cm) disk blade at 7-degree angle Gauge wheels 4.5x16 in. (11.4x40.6 cm) Gauge wheel adjustment in. ( cm) in 0.25-in. (.635 cm) increments Press wheels 1x10-in. (2.54x25.4 cm) rubber wheel; adjustable down-pressure from 5-45 lb. ( kg) Closing wheel 1x12-in. (2.54x30.5 cm) cast wheel at 15-degree verticle angle, with lb. ( kg) of down-pressure *Maximum down-pressure requires addition of tractor suitcase weights to rear of centerframe (14) and wings (12) NUMBER OF OPENERS Dual rank 7.5-in. (19.1 cm) spacing in. (25.4 cm) spacing Single rank 15-in. (38.1 cm) spacing WEIGHT (Empty) Dual rank 7.5-in. (19.1 cm) spacing 18,800 lb. (8528 kg) 22,300 lb. (10115 kg) 24,700 lb. (11204 kg) 25,700 lb. (12474 kg) 10-in. (25.4 cm) spacing 16,700 lb. (7575 kg) 19,900 lb. (9026 kg) 21,900 lb. (9934 kg) 22,600 lb. (10251 kg) Single rank 15-in. (38.1 cm) spacing 11,200 lb. (5080 kg) 12,900 lb. (5851 kg) 14,360 lb. (6514 kg) 14,900 lb. (6759 kg) DIMENSIONS From ground to top of lid 93 in. (2.4 m) From ground to platform 58 in. (1.5 m) From ground to top of safety rail 100 in. (2.5 m) From ground to top of lights 104 in. (2.6 m) TIRES Centerframe tires and wheels (8) 11L-15, 12 PR Wing tires and wheels (4) 11L-15, 8PR Specifications and design subject to change without notice.

16 30 Ag Management Systems Seed smarter with the most advanced monitoring systems Ag Management Systems 31 John Deere air-seeding equipment is designed to provide you with better productivity and efficiency. To ratchet your efficiency up even further, turn to John Deere GreenStar systems. To use most GreenStar products, you need only three common components: the mobile processor, StarFire position receiver, and GreenStar display. They work in tandem to create a fully integrated system that can be customized for your operation. These same three components can be moved easily from a tractor to a combine, so one set is all you need. The other key ingredient for the system is a GPS signal. John Deere offers four signal options: WAAS, a free differential correction signal; SF1, a free signal providing +/- 13-inch pass-to-pass accuracy; SF2, the most accurate satellitebased correction signal with +/- 4-inch accuracy; and RTK, a ground-based reference station for speciality crops and repeatable reference points, virtually no GPS drift, and one-inch accuracy perfect for precision farming and controlled traffic operations. Your AMS-Ready John Deere dealer has all the details about each signal and all the latest AMS applications. Apex Map-Based Prescriptions Variety Locator Feature Field Doc AutoTrac Assisted Steering GreenStar Apex software gives you the ultimate data management tool, regardless of your cropping practices. Apex works with data and applications from both the Original GreenStar System and the GreenStar 2 System. Standardized set-up lists, automated unloading processes, plus integrated guidance features reduce the amount of time required to manage data, giving you more time to manage the rest of your operation. Apex goes beyond downloading GreenStar data: it also lets you unload data from thirdparty systems and has the ability to import data, like soil maps, from third-party software packages. Apex is easy-to-use and gives you the ability to obtain immediate results from your field data. Map-Based Prescriptions is a precision ag approach that allows you to manage your operation with field-specific data. Take information such as soil analysis data, moisture levels, elevation maps, and yield summaries, and turn it into a detailed prescription for your operation, acre by acre, field by field, and farm by farm. Once in the field, your GreenStar system with Field Doc and properly equipped airseeding equipment do the rest. Seeding rates change automatically based on the seeding plan you ve developed for that specific field. You ll optimize inputs and make the most of every field s true yield potential. Record hybrid or variety information with Field Doc during seeding operations. Once all of the seeding data have been collected and downloaded into Apex, you can create Variety Locator files and save them to your PC data card. At harvest, Harvest Doc will use the variety locator files to automatically locate and display the hybrid Field Doc Create seeding maps Apex Create Variety Locator files from seeding maps or variety on the GreenStar display as you travel through the field. If there are multiple varieties or hybrids in a field, Harvest Doc automatically changes to the new variety or hybrid and notifies you of the change with a message on the display and an audible alert. Harvest Doc Use Variety Locator files to automatically locate multiple varieties in the same field during harvest Field Doc helps you implement seeding plans while recording and storing valuable seeding-time data. We all know how busy seeding time can be. Field Doc is a highly-flexible application that allows you to vary seeding rates on-the-go, while recording valuable information for use over the course of the entire growing season and beyond. When combined with the Map Based Prescription software and a 1910 Commodity Air Cart equipped with the SeedStar variable-rate drive, Field Doc automatically adjusts seeding rates according to your prescription to better match the yield potential of that specific area. As you move across the field, the StarFire receiver sends position information to the processor, which instructs the variable rate drive system to adjust the seeding rate to match your prescription. Field Doc works with the SeedStar variablerate drive to collect and store valuable data, including seeding rates and varieties. Return on investment, or ROI. Those are critical numbers for anyone running a business. And the goal for these figures is always the same: make them better so you can recoup your initial investment faster. To get all of the productivity advantages your John Deere equipment offers, you have to look beyond the iron. Making the operator more effective and efficient when in the cab is a must. This is how AutoTrac can help you. Reduce operator fatigue. Feel better at the end of the day, after the long hours spent in the cab. More efficient use of inputs. Increase yields and reduce costs through more accurate placement of seed and fertilizer. Higher operating speeds. AutoTrac allows you to maintain superior pass-to-pass accuracy even at higher speeds so you get more done in a day. Seed without marker arms. AutoTrac eliminates the need for markers on air-seeding equipment. Reduced fuel use. With less pass-to-pass overlap, you ll use less fuel. From planning through harvest, and from agronomic information GreenStar 2600 Display management to guidance systems, John Deere has a wide range of precision farming applications that can help you get the most out of your investments in time, fuel, labor, and farming inputs, and maximize your return on investment. These are critical numbers for anyone running a business. And the goal for these figures is always the same: make them better so you can recoup your initial investment fast. Your John Deere AMS-Ready dealer has the information management, agronomic management, and guidance system solutions you re looking for as well as the expertise to help you find the right combination of precision ag solutions to help you maximize your farming inputs and efficiency.