Väderstad International Tillage Drilling Planting Know How Service & Parts About us Find a dealer Collection shop Dealer/Partner login Rapid A 600-800C/J Back to top Product concept Gallery Technical data Downloads Find a dealer / Drilling / Rapid seed drills / Rapid A 600-800C/J Rapid A 600-800C/J 6-8m 125mm >240hp 6000 litre Rapid is a seed drill that carries out seedbed preparation, levelling, drilling and reconsolidation in one pass. It offers a reliable seeding result at high working speed. The simplicity in construction, paired with a high machine quality ensures a long working life and low operating costs. Direct drilling, reduced tillage or conventional tillage – Rapid creates perfect seeding results in all conditions. Learn more about the Rapid concept Extreme capacity The seed drills in the product family Rapid A 600-800C/J has pneumatic seed transport with a very high drilling capacity. The machine is available either as the combi-version Rapid A 600-800C, or as the seed-only version Rapid A 600-800J. All models have an extensive hopper capacity of 6000 litres. Rapid A 600-800C/J combine an impressive capacity with easy manoeuvring and great results. Designed for high output rates The high capacity hydraulically driven metering system Fenix is able to handle all seed sizes in application rates from 1.5kg/ha up to 500kg/ha, without having to change any parts. This means that the metering system will never be a limiting factor for high rates and high speed drilling on the field. Highly versatile hopper The big hopper has an adjustable dividing wall that separates its two sections. On the combi-version, Rapid A 600-800C, an integrated hydraulic auger meters the fertiliser from the back of the hopper, directly into the airflow of the fertiliser distributor head. On the seed-only version Rapid A 600-800J the auger is reversed so that all seeds are transported to the front of the hopper, where it is metered out by the Fenix metering system. To offer full versatility, the combi-version Rapid A 600-800C may use this technique to enable seed-only application. Adjust seeding depth on the move To be able to instantly adapt to varying soil structure or differing conditions in the field, Rapid A 600-800C/J can be equipped with the unique depth control system Interactive Depth Control (IDC). The system enables fine-tuning of the seeding depth with 1mm accuracy on the move. Combined with the possibility to alter the seed rate, the driver is constantly in full control of the seeding operation. Easy to manoeuvre The pivot packer carries part of the load, and thanks to the quick-turn linkage, the machine is incredibly responsive. Because of this design, the turning radius is impressively small despite the size of the machine. This allows for shorter headlands and maximised utilisation of the full potential of the field. The narrow transport width of 3m further allows fast and safe transport. Huge opening for fast filling For maximised uptime in the field, the hopper has a very big opening, resulting in fast filling. The large side-platform provides full access to the entire hopper. The hopper cover is quickly opened from the ground, thereby saving time in hectic periods on the farm. Save money on irregular fields As standard Rapid A 600-800C/J is equipped with half-machine shut-off. The system is activated from the cab. Using on irregular fields offers the potential for great savings. Farmers who regularly use half machine shut-off appreciate the fact that they can save up to 5% seed and fertiliser, whilst at the same time ensuring the crop get the best start possible. Modern control system The iPad-based control system Väderstad E-Control wirelessly delivers an extensive control and monitoring of the seeding process, while driving on the field. Additionally, you benefit from user-friendly remote set up and calibration With the iPad you can upload the most recent program software which allows you to benefit from future developments. Learn more about E-Control Multiple operations in one pass By equipping Rapid A 600-800C/J with the mountable small seeder BioDrill 360, a small seeded crop such as cover crops or ley, can be drilled together with the main crop. The spreader plates distribute the seed evenly in front of the packer wheels, thereby securing a good seed-to-soil contact. BioDrill provides an accurate seeding at the same time as saving passes on the field. Learn more about BioDrill Product concept Zone 1 2 3 4 5 Zone 1 - Consolidation Before drilling, the soil is consolidated by the tractor wheels. The pivot packer on Rapid ensures that the same reconsolidation is exerted on areas between tractor wheels. Wing packer Track eradicators Zone 2 - Seedbed preparation To fit different farming needs and tillage practices, Rapid comes with a wide choice of front tools.The intensity can be set hydraulically from the driving seat on the move, depending on what the conditions require. CrossBoard Heavy System Agrilla CrossBoard Heavy System Disc System Disc CrossBoard Heavy Zone 3 - Drilling Rapid has an amazing ability to keep the seed depth under the most difficult conditions. Each packer wheel controls the drilling depth of two coulters by a unique mechanical linkage. The coulters are rubber suspended which ensures a calm operation also at high speed. Depending on model, Rapid A 600-800C/J has a coulter pressure up to 195kg, thus enabling an exact seed depth also under the toughest conditions. Zone 4 - Consolidation Each packer wheel presses the soil down over two rows of seed and one row of fertiliser. This beds the seed in thoroughly and provides optimum conditions for germination. Zone 5 - Finishing The following harrow creats a loose evaporation barrier that prevents surface crusting after heavy rain. Slug pellet spreader plates Image gallery Technical data Rapid A 600C 800C 600J 800J Metering Hydraulic Hydraulic Hydraulic Hydraulic Working width (m) 6,0 8,0 6,0 8,0 Transport width (m) 3,0 3,0 3,0 3,0 Transport height (m) 3,5 4,0 3,5 4,0 Transport length (m) 9,6 10,3 9,6 10,3 Basic weight (kg) 7300 8700 6950 7600 Volume hopper (l) 6000 * 6000 * 6000 6000 Number of seed coulters 48 64 48 64 Row spacing seed (mm) 125 125 125 125 Number of fertiliser coulters 24 32 - - Row spacing fertiliser (mm) 250 250 - - Seed coulter pressure min/max (kg) 95/195 85/165 90/190 75/155 Disc diameter front tool SDA (mm) Seed disc diameter (mm) 410 410 410 410 Brakes P P P P Recommended working speed (km/h) 10-14 10-14 10-14 10-14 Wheel dimension (transport wheels) 190/95x15 190/95x15 190/95x15 190/95x15 Wheel dimension (support wheels) 195/95x15 195/95x15 - - Hydraulic requirement 5 DA + FR 5 DA + FR 5 DA + FR 5 DA + FR Draught requirement from (hp) 240 260 190 250 Oil capacity for hydraulic fan (l/min) 40 40 40 40 Väderstad has made every attempt to accurately portray our product lineup. However, due to our commitment to continually innovate our technologies to provide our customers the best possible products, some products may not be manufactured as shown on this site. Exact specifications for each product will be confirmed at the time of ordering. LS = Load sensing FR = Free return DA = Double acting H = Hydraulic P = Pneumatic SDA = System disc aggressive * The hopper can be divided 50/50% seed/fertiliser, 60/40% fertiliser/seed or 100% seed Accessories Rapid We offer many ways to accessorise and enhance your Rapid machine. This is also true for already owned equipment. 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