Combi cultivator

Ruggedness and output are the main qualities of DRACULA HYDRO, MASCHIO's top-of-the-range cultivator for tillage. DRACULA HYDRO packs the advantages of efficiency, speed and quality work into a single implement: featuring a combination of discs and shafts, this combi cultivator handles crop residue, soil aeration, levelling and seedbed preparation in a singlepass.

Working widths are 4.3 and 6.3 m, while it is hooked up to the tractor in a trailed arrangement. DRACULA HYDRO is designed to work with high-powered tractors in the 280 to 550 hp range.

Three work sections

DRACULA HYDRO has two front disc gangs that rip into the ground and incorporate residue down to 15 cm in depth, speeding up the decomposition process. The three centrally located tine gangs penetrate the soil down to as deep as 30 cm, allowing for a constant flow of soil, even with large amounts of residue. Lastly, the combined action of a disc gang with 510mm discs cushioned with the SILENT BLOCK shock-absorbing system closes the furrows left by the tines, while the RING PACKER roller consolidates the soil. The combined action of the seel ements delivers unparalleled work quality in terms of crop residue management, soil aeration, levelling and seedbed preparation. 

HEAVY-DUTY construction

DRACULA HYDRO features a frame with a central beam on which the two sidewings carrying the various work sections are hinged. Its significant working widths do not compromise the implement's manoeuvrability thanks to the hydraulically operated sidewings, which fold up to a transport width of just 3 metres. Featuring discs (610 mm in diameter) mounted on independent «C-shaped» high-travel springs, DRACULA offers an amazing cutting and burial capacity, with the power to rip into even the toughest soils and handle large amounts of residue. To ensure plenty of operating time between maintenance, thet wodisc gangs are fitted with a special high-performance «CULTI-HUB» unit. The double row oil-immersed bearing is effectively protected by a series of seals, which protects the structure against the ingress of water, mud and dust. Oilbath lubrication ensures long service life and does not require regular greasing. The tines with vanadium steel tips measure 80 mm, while the wings measure 30 mm. The rear RING PACKER roller is 600 mm in diameter and has a roller scraper made of high-strength material. 

HYDRO: multi-tasking hydraulics

The impressive size of this implement calls for full hydraulic control, from controlling the drawbar to disc and tine working depth through to adjustment of the disc levelling bar. The fact that the tools are independent from each other means work can be fine-tuned to suit changing tillage requirements and agronomic conditions.

The new HYDRO version features hydraulic cylinders in place of the traditional twin-spring shock absorbers. This solution results in greater work efficiency on tough ground as the tines work stably with a force on the tip of up to 900 kg, compared to the 700 kg offered by the twin-spring version. This high pressure – a unique quality in the combi cultivator category - ensures consistent work in any condition, eliminating the risk of tilling area sat shallower than nominal depths. Working depth is hydraulically adjustable and can range from 8 to 30 cm.

This important technical feature proves invaluable when working on stony or very tough ground.

Whychoose DRACULA HYDRO

DRACULA HYDRO is the ideal machine for anyone seeking ultimate performance in the min-till sector.

DRACULA HYDRO

STANDARD DOTATION

Hydraulic folding frame

2 rows of independent Ø 610 mm discs, dampened on spring with Culti-hubs

Discs working depth up to 15 cm

Tines with hydraulic safety system (25 cm vertical excursion and 850 kg of release force) Anti-wear heavy duty tines W80mm

Disc leveling bar (Ø510 mm) dampened on silent block

Packer ring roller Ø600

Hydraulic adjustment of all devices

Hydropneumatic safety system with nitrogen accumulator

Hydraulic containment side deflectors

Parking stands

Lighting and warning board kit

High resistance hubs "Cultihubs"

- Double row angular contact ball bearings

- oil lubrication

- waterproof mechanical bearings