Disc harrows
This high-speed disk is a true dual-season tool that cuts, sizes and incorporates high levels of crop residue, improving soil quality and maximizing crop yields. Available in a rigid mounted or trailing configuration. HIGH-SPEED DISK.
mounted disc harrow True-Tandem™ series
Width: 22’00 ft. 46’00
tools. Case IH True-Tandem disk harrows lead the industry in ruggedness and reliability so you can manage heavy crop residue with ease. TRUE-TANDEM™ FAMILY True-Tandem disk harrows.
mounted disc harrow CombiDisc 3000
The mounted CombiDisc compact disc harrow in its 3 m working width is ideally suited to high forward speeds, especially when sowing with a harrow-mounted seed drill. With working depths.
trailed disc harrow Catros⁺ 02-2TS
Width: 6, 4, 5 m
The Catros⁺-2TS compact disc harrows are perfect for the shallow and intensive mixing of stubbles and soil. Exceptionally high speeds with high surface area coverage are possible thanks to their extremely.
mounted disc harrow Joker CT series
Width: 3.5, 4, 5, 6, 7 m
Strengths of the Joker ■ With 3-point linkage the working widths range from 3 to 7 m ■ Produces high quantifies of fine soil within the germination zone ■ Efficient consolidation in the germination zone ■ No problems with long residues.
trailed disc harrow Joker RT series
Width: 5.15 m. 12.25 m
working performance with little draft requirement High working speed in general Good penetration with aggressive, serrated discs and maximum machine weight All-over cutting at low working depth
trailed disc harrow Joker HD series
Width: 5, 6, 7 m
Strengths of the Joker ■Produces high quantities of fine soil within the germination zone ■ Efficient consolidation due to the double RollPack packer with high load-bearing capacity and excellent levelling effect for strip-consolidation ■.
mounted disc harrow TERRADISC series
Width: 3, 3.5, 4 m
Compact design is a key feature of PÖTTINGER disc harrows. Working depths between 3 and 12 cm are possible. The offset configuration of the aggressively set discs mixes the harvest residues.
mounted disc harrow TERRADISC T series
Width: 10, 8 m
penetration angle of the discs. The result: low draft, perfect penetration, the best tilth and mixing effect, even in dry soil. The high tare weight of the TERRADISC also ensures the dependable performance of this disc.
trailed disc harrow ESREMATVDIC01Z
Width: 838 mm
ATV disc harrow 355 mm toothed discs Robust frame Square tube 1110x740x430 mm Working width 838 mm Tyres 12”. 5” / 500-6
disc harrow ESGRADAROT135ZR
Width: 1,300 mm
ROTATING HARROW 1300 Mm GRID STACKER 280 kg 12 knives Working width 1300 mm Working depth 200 mm 25-35 HP
mounted disc harrow ESGRADARAP140Z
Width: 1,400 mm
Fast harrows from 10 to 24 discs of 560 mm diameter (thickness 4 mm). INCREASED DISC ANGLE, GREATER ANGLE OF ATTACK. INTEGRATED MAINTENANCE-FREE REINFORCED BEARINGS Double row of.
mounted disc cultivator ALEK
Width: 750 mm. 1,500 mm
Orchard Disc Hiller Machine ALEK Orchard Disc Hiller machine Orchard disc Hiller machine ALEK is adapted to attached on the front and on the rear of the tractor. it is used for backfilling.
mounted disc harrow GR series
Width: 3, 4, 4.5, 5, 6 m
Fast harrow from 3 to 6 meters with 22 or 24 inch discs. Machine suspended to the tractor’s three-point linkage. Lightweight and very robust, ideal for all types of terrain. With the option of hoop roller or bars.
mounted disc harrow TANOS
Width: 2.4 m. 3.2 m
of the machine: 1. Heavy duty disc harrow machine TANOS max working width of 2,4 m HVCDH 2,4 2. Heavy duty disc harrow machine TANOS max working width of.
trailed disc harrow TAVUC HVPDH 3,0
of exploitation. plain blade discs with diameter of 710 mm. adjustable deflection angle of discs. machines is made as V.offset disc harrow Working.
mounted disc harrow FOC-S series
Width: 1.62 m. 6.12 m
51 CM DISC HARROWS WITH SPRING DAMPER Clearance height of the frame: 60 cm. Working depth with 51 cm disc: 10/15, and with 56 cm disc: 10/18.
trailed disc harrow HERCULES
Width: 2.05 m. 3.3 m
section opening, hydraulic lifting of wheels with front and rear balancing, adjustable mud scrapers. The HER series of drag harrows is produced with double-bearing cast supports and a cast spacer equal to the axle.
trailed disc harrow HERCULES
Width: 2.77 m. 4.8 m
section opening, hydraulic lifting of wheels with front and rear balancing, adjustable mud flaps. The HER series of drag harrows, with hydraulic section folding, is produced with double-bearing cast supports and a.
crust-breaker disc harrow RS1sx,RS1dx
Width: 45 cm
Discs brake soil plate to work in the immediate proximity of the row in a fast and precise way to limit the growth of weeds and break the ground.
trailed disc harrow Disc Harrow series
TURF TILLING WITH THE VERSATILE TOWABLE DISC HARROW The Kivi-Pekka disc harrow is suitable for tilling, light tillage and seedbed preparation. It is designed to deliver.
trailed disc harrow FVPT series
Width: 185 cm. 320 cm
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION // TYPE MOUNTED – TRAINED DISC HARROW Sturdy tubular steel frame – Hydraulic gang angling – Plain and scalloped disc – Adjustable drawbar – Swinging supports on.
trailed disc harrow FCIMV series
Width: 320 cm. 456 cm
FCIMV (80-200 HP) #fcimv_disc_harrows #nardigroup PRODUCT DESCRIPTION // TYPE “OFFSET” DISC HARROW
trailed disc harrow FCIM/G series
Width: 230 cm. 410 cm
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION // TYPE “OFFSET” DISC HARROW Discs are available either plain or scalloped and set in two adjustable «V» offset gangs. Adjustable distance of scrapers from discs. Lifting.
mounted disc harrow
Discs harrow Discs 56 cm diameter N. discs 10 12
mounted disc harrow RAGNO
Width: 2.5 m
thickness. The hitch is provided with slots which let the disc harrow oscillate to pass the roughness of the ploughed soil. The third point keeps the machine always close to the soil. The disc.
mounted disc harrow ARMONI 51
Width: 2,000 mm. 3,500 mm
only the disc that is exposed to the external factors is deactivated and when it gets rid of the effect, it continues to work thanks to the spring assembly. Spring disc harrow sinks.
mounted disc harrow ARMONI 57
Width: 2,000 mm. 6,000 mm
easily than other disc harrows Spring disc harrow sinks more easily than other disc harrows Less towing power and less energy consumption
mounted disc harrow ARMONI 62
Width: 2,000 mm. 6,000 mm
Increases the fertility of the soil as it loosens the soil without turning it over With the spring leg connections, only the disc that is exposed to the external factors is deactivated and when it gets rid of the effect.
viticulture disc harrow HERMES VARIO
Type Hermes 130-180 Vario Type Hermes 180-220 Vario.Two rows of discs on rubber shock absorption.Discs Ø 510/4 mm and outer discs Ø 460/4 mm on a double bracket.Screw-on hubs.
mounted disc harrow HERMES VARIO H
Width: 1.3 m. 2.2 m
Type Hermes 130-180 VarioH Type Hermes 180-220 VarioH.Two rows of discs on rubber shock absorption.Discs Ø 510/4 mm and outer discs Ø 460/4 mm on a double bracket.Screw-on.
mounted disc harrow HERMES
Width: 1.3 m. 3 m
.Two rows of discs on rubber shock absorption.Discs Ø 510/4 mm and outer discs Ø 460/4 mm on a double bracket.Screw-on hubs, maintenance-free.Side shields.Manual adjustment of.
trailed disc harrow SERIES ED TV. ED STV
Width: 3.85, 4.06, 3.65, 4.1 m
Features: Hydraulic adjustment of the sections and manual horizontal folding up to m 2.50 Hydraulic adjustment of the sections and automatic horizontal hydraulic folding up to m 2.50
mounted disc harrow SPRING series
Width: 4, 5, 6, 2.5, 3 m
Possible finishing sets to be added Paker roller Paker roller Spiral roller Ring roller intermediate blades Double row of corrugated disks
mounted disc harrow SERIES ED L
Width: 1.6 m. 2.65 m
Features: N° 8 self-aligning supports with triple sealed bearing Adjustable central disk equipment Independent erasers Accessories: Shock damper for plants (optional on all models)
mounted disc harrow LKM 300
Width: 3,000 mm
The disc harrow is used for superficial tillage of the soil (from 5 to 15 cm) for the burying of wheat and rice stubble, corn stalks, wastewater and weeds. The discs are arranged.
mounted disc harrow LKI 400
Width: 4,000 mm
The disc harrow is used for superficial tillage of the soil (from 5 to 15 cm) for the burying of wheat and rice stubble, corn stalks, wastewater and weeds. The discs are arranged.
mounted disc harrow LKB250
Width: 2,500 mm
trailed disc harrow FRANGI2.4
Width: 2.4 m
is also used to tear and crumble furrows after plowing lawns and to make stubble immediately after cutting the plants. Disc harrows can be used for cutting and covering manure after spreading and for.
trailed disc harrow HURON
Width: 250 cm. 700 cm
penetration. Disc assembly in compact section mounted on one shaft guarantees high throughput of plant residues. In case of a disc clog up, blocking material is pushed through the section by the other.
trailed disc harrow DB
Width: 300 cm. 550 cm
penetration. Disc assembly in compact section mounted on one shaft guarantees high throughput of plant residues. In case of a disc clog up, blocking material is pushed through the section by the other.
mounted disc cultivator ONTARIO
Width: 200 cm. 800 cm
Short disc cultivator is equipped with two rows of discs mounted on high-strength steel tines with maintenance-free bearings. Each disc is protected against overloading.
trailed disc harrow AT series
Width: 3, 3.5, 4, 2.5, 2.7 m
device 35×210 mm two rows of discs 510 or 560 type „P or ,,C maintenance-free hubs with cartridge mechanical seal distance between discs sections 70 cm adjustable side screens folding and.
mounted disc harrow REX 510
REX 510 disc harrows are used for undercutting and mixing stubble and harvest residues. The machine is ideally suited for shallow stubble cultivation in order to stimulate the germination of self-seeding.
mounted disc harrow REX 560
Width: 3, 4 m
REX 560 disc cultivators are used for undercutting and mixing stubble and harvest residues. High work efficiency with relatively low power requirement. The machine is ideally suited for shallow stubble.
mounted disc harrow REX 560
Width: 5, 4, 6 m
REX 560 disc cultivators are used for undercutting and mixing stubble and harvest residues. High work efficiency with relatively low power requirement. The machine is ideally suited for shallow stubble.
trailed disc harrow AAGD 22
Width: 2,070 mm. 3,680 mm
Offset goble Disc Harrow; can be produced from 18 discs to 36 discs upon request. Circle and notched disc options are available. 225 mm disc.
Agri Supply® Disc Harrow Buyer’s Guide
mounted disc harrow ABG 24
Width: 3,000 mm
exposed to the factor is disabled against external factors. Multi disc harrow sinks more easily than other disc harrows and saves fuel consumption.
mounted disc harrow
up to 15 km / h under proper soil conditions. The high performance brings low costs and low fuel consumption. 510mm toothed discs are attached to the frame with rubber springs. Withthis structure, adding soil and plant.
mounted disc harrow
Width: 2.8 m. 3.6 m
AMAZING DIFFERENCE. Disc Harrow vs Tiller
Reinforced cleaners can approach discs Easily adjust the uniformity of the front to the rear battery.Good balancing allows for better operation and easier transport Wheels measuring 10.75 × 15.3 Optionally, the disc.
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Riding Mower Attachments (what to own, what to avoid)
If you have a riding mower you probably either own attachments or are considering purchasing some. In today’s article I’ll talk about some of the most common riding mower attachments and I’ll discuss which ones are worth owning.
The reality is that some equipment is essential and well worth the investment and the space it will occupy in your garage or storage shed, but other riding mower add-ons simply won’t be used often enough to justify the purchase (you can spend that money better elsewhere).
I’ll go through everything you need to know here so you can make the best decisions when upgrading your mowing equipment.
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First Thing’s First – Sizing Compatibility
Before you buy any attachments for your riding mower, make sure that they are compatible with the model you own.
You wouldn’t believe how many people email me asking why the attachment they purchased didn’t fit … well, it’s built for a different mower!
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Why Upgrade Your Riding Mower with Attachments?
One of the main purposes of getting attachments for a riding mower is to help the mower do more than just cut grass.
But more generally, we buy lawn equipment to make our life easier, and to accelerate the pace at which we can complete lawn care projects around the house.
Less time working on the lawn, more time enjoying the lawn. That’s the goal, right?
There are many different functions your mower can fulfill if you have the right attachments for it.
In many cases, whether an attachment is worthwhile for you will depend on the size of your property (how large it is). For example, a lawn sweeper will probably only be useful if you have an especially large area. If you don’t, it probably won’t be worth the cost and the trouble of having to store it.
Keep in mind that many of these attachments are quite large, so unless you have unlimited storage space, you will usually need to pick and choose, purchasing only the attachments that are specifically best for you.
If you have a zero-turn riding (ZTR) mower, you will find there is a more limited selection of attachments available than you might find for garden tractors and lawn tractors.
Now, let’s get into the nitty gritty.
Riding Mower Attachments
Here’s a list of some of the most popular and useful attachments for riding mowers (in no particular order).
Aerator
You can get aerator attachments for your riding mower that will give your lawn the aeration it needs.
Aeration helps prepare your lawn for fertilization and reseeding. It is process in which small holes are put in the ground, allowing for better air circulation and water and fertilizer penetration. This will make your grass roots stronger and healthier.
Buying an aerator attachment for your mower is a good investment in most cases. It will mean you always have an aerator on hand whenever you want to aerate your lawn during the course of the year. And the ability to purchase this attachment is one key advantage to riding mowers (it’s not an option on a walk-behind mower).
Aerator attachments vary in size, with between 40 and 48 inches in width being very common. Keep this in mind when planning where you will store it in your garage.
Aerator attachments for riding mowers can vary quite a bit in cost. They generally range from around 100 or 150 to 750. I like and recommend this model from Agri-Fab. It’s 48 inches wide and does a nice job.
In this article I compare spike vs plug aerators, to help you determine which style tow-behind aerator may be best for you.
Bagger
A bagger is a very common mower attachment. This is a useful attachment, as it makes collecting lawn clippings very easy.
You can get baggers in different sizes, including 9-bushel triple baggers and 6-bushel twin baggers. When deciding on what size of attachment to get, consider the size of your lawn.
Bagger attachments can be rather large. For example, it may be about 42 inches X 46 inches. You will need to find storage space for this, so plan this out before making your purchase.
These attachments can sometimes be quite expensive as well. In some cases, they can be as much as 500 or more, and in my experience many people are frustrated by the capacity of the leaf baggers they get from the manufacturer … it never seems like enough.
When a Simple Bagging Attachment Isn’t Enough
I have large maple trees on my property which drop a ton of leaves, and while I usual mulch and bag with my self-propelled Honda mower, I borrowed my dad’s rig one year and he has a large lawn tractor leaf bag like this one on Amazon which fits over his factory leaf bagger attachment. It allowed me to clear my front and back yard of leaves in a snap.
As long as you’re strong enough to muscle the full bag, it’s a great way to super-charge your leaf clean up, and I recommend looking into something like that if leaf clean up is a big job at your home.
If you don’t have a very large lawn, buying a bagger attachment is probably a waste of money for you – you may be better served by investing in a quality leaf blower that will take up less space (and is much more fun to use).
There are a lot of good backpack blowers on the market, but I’ve only used my PB-770T from Echo (Amazon link) because it has never given me reason to use anything else. I can recommend that model if you’re in the market for a backpack blower and are having trouble choosing one.
Lawn Roller
A lawn roller attachment is useful for getting your lawn back into shape after the winter. It will even out any parts of the ground that have been damaged in the cold weather.
The roll of a lawn roller is filled with sand or water to give it the necessary weight to press down and level your lawn as you drive across it. I generally recommend using water as you can empty it out when you’re finished (making the roller lightweight and easy to handle as you put it away.
If you ever need to put down sod, you can use the lawn roller to get your ground prepared and even for this process. You can also use it for tasks such as pressing seeds you have planted deeper into the soil to ensure good soil-to-seed contact for optimum germination.
There are lawn rollers available with different abilities and in different sizes. I use this one from Brinly by pushing it across my lawn, but it has a tow option as well. I love that it will work as a walk-behind roller or as an attachment for your riding lawn mower. There are always some areas of your property that are tough to get to on a riding mower while towing a piece of equipment.
Dethatchers
A dethatcher attachment is a fantastic attachment to have if you ever need to dethatch your lawn.
Dethatching is a process in which you remove matted grass and other kinds of debris from your lawn. This is essential for new growth to take place, and when you dethatch just prior to overseeding you’ll see great results.
Using a dethatcher attachment will make the dethatching process easy and a lot less effort than it would be otherwise. You will be able to get rid of barriers that are stopping your lawn from getting all the nutrients, water, and air it needs.
A dethatcher attachment is quite large (for example, about 40 inches wide), and it’s a bit unwieldly because of its design, but there are a few options which are better than anything else you’ll find out there.
Check out my list of the best lawn dethatchers – there are three tow-behind models that stand out as being great options.
Disc Harrow
A disc harrow is ideal for getting your garden beds ready for replanting. You can also use it to break up hard ground to begin a new garden.
Having a disc harrow attachment will come in handy when you want to prepare your garden beds for replanting. It’s also useful for breaking up hard ground when you want to start a new garden, or complete a lawn renovation by killing your existing lawn and starting over.
Truth be told, this isn’t an attachment you’ll want unless you have a very large garden area, but it’s worth including in the list because it can save time and prevent you from wrestling with a rototiller.
Spreader
We should all regularly fertilize our lawns in order to keep them healthy and beautiful. If you have a large lawn (which you probably do as you have a riding mower), it might be a good idea to buy a spreader attachment (you can see my favorite one right here).
An example of a spreader attachment is a tow-behind broadcast spreader. Using a spreader attachment will make it much easier for you to fertilize your lawn whenever you do so during the year. You can also spread good seed over your lawn, spread lime, iron, and other soil amendments with this attachment, making it a solid investment.
Spreader attachments come in different sizes, some of which are smaller than other kinds of riding mower attachments. Agri-Fab makes a good one.
Snowblower
If you live in a region that gets a lot of snow in the winter, it might be worth your while to get a snow blower attachment for your riding mower. This will make it easy to plow through all the snow that collects on your property.
You will be grateful you have this the next time you need to clear a driveway or pavement, and this is one attachment that can really extend the value of your riding mower, making it a year-round asset to your property.
Snowblower attachments are just as large as many other riding mower attachments, and they can be quite heavy, but if you live in a northern climate and have a large driveway it’s worth the cost and the space in your garage.
I can say from experience that if you’re buying a plow kit or snow blower for your lawn tractor it’s a good idea to invest in some snow chains for your tires as well. Most tires on riding mowers aren’t built for snow, and you’ll be frustrated with your investment unless you can get good traction. It’s worth the extra money. Measure your tires before you order, but these ones on Amazon will work for most riding mowers.
Canopy
If you have a large property and spend long periods of time outside doing mowing, think about getting a canopy. A canopy attaches to your mower to give you shade from the sun, and usually can be attached to any mower with a roll bar.
The canopy attachments for many riding mowers are collapsible, so they don’t take up too much storage space, and if you leave it on your mower it doesn’t increase the footprint of your mower at all.
Most manufacturers will sell you a canopy and roll bar that’s made to fit with your mower, but there are third-party universal canopies like this one that may work for you as well.
Attachments I would Only Consider for Large Properties
The attachments below are usually only worth buying if you have quite an expansive property. Buying them if you only have a small lawn will most likely be a waste of money.
Trail Cutter or Trail Mower
A trail cutter or trail mower is really only worth considering if you have an extensive property.
This attachment will reduce the amount of time it takes to mow your grounds. You can also use it to clear paths through saplings and brush.
If you have any places that need heavy cutting power, a trail cutter or trail mower is a good investment. Swisher makes a solid one, which you can see demonstrated in the short video below from Piney Life:
A lawn sweeper attachment will gather leaves, pine needles, pine-cones, acorns, and other types of debris in your yard. You can also use it to sweep up grass clippings after you mow.
When the lawn sweeper gathers this debris, it uses a rotating sweeper brush to put it into a hopper bag. When you see that this bag is full, simply empty it.
You can find lawn sweepers in different sizes, but they do tend to require a decent amount of storage space.
The cost of a lawn sweeper can range from 150, for example, to 700. It’s probably not worth your while to buy a lawn sweeper if you don’t have a very large property.
Cart
Many riding mower owners like to have a cart attachment. You might call this a utility trailer or dump cart. You can use this kind of attachment for tasks such as hauling soil or garbage, garden tools, or mulch in your garden.
If you have a large property and do a lot of garden work, a cart attachment might be a good investment for you, but if you already have a wheelbarrow and don’t mind using it, you probably don’t need one.
Some carts are quite large and they have deep containers, meaning it might be challenging to store if you don’t have a large garage. If you’re interested in a good one, my dad owns the Agri-Fab 45-0101 (pictured), and he likes it.
Which Riding Mower Attachments Are Right for Your Lawn?
It depends.
It’s clear that the types of attachments that you should consider getting for your riding mower depend on the size of your property.
The type of soil that you have will also play a role, however.
If you have a sandy lot, you may not have to invest in an aerator. You may be better off investing in a spreader to easily top-dress with compost.
If your lot is heavy clay, than an aerator will be essential.
Big trees? Get the lawn sweeper – you’ll thank me every fall.
Another factor you need to consider before you purchase any riding mower attachment is storage space. Don’t put yourself in a situation where you have more attachments than you have places to put them. And be sure that you leave room in your garage to comfortably maintain your mower every spring (even if there isn’t room to park your car in there).
Nobody likes having a garage they can’t use.
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Sarah’s blog, Lawn Chick, is read by over 2 million homeowners each year and she is regularly cited as an expert source of lawn care knowledge by major publications. Her goal is to meet you where you are, and help you achieve a yard you’ll be proud of. Ready to take the next step toward improving your lawn? Grab her free lawn care cheat-sheet: What to Do When. Take the Guesswork Out of Lawn Care, or upgrade your garage by browsing her favorite DIY lawn care products.
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I was reading your April 2020 blog about Milo and Ironite….I couldn’t find anywhere to comment on that article. I wanted to ask you a question….in the article you say “I use Milorganite 4 times per year on my yard, and I supplement with a different iron supplement called Dr. Iron (Amazon link).” I was wondering HOW you supplement with Dr Iron….I do the same as you with Milo so WHEN and how much do you use Dr. Iron? Thank you….from one woman to another! Patti
Hi, Patti! Sorry about the comment situation – I’ll look into that and get it resolved this week. To your question – I do a soil test every spring and let those results guide me toward whether I need to do an Iron application in the spring (I usually choose to once every other year or so), and then I typically do one mid or late June because I have people over on the 4th of July and I want my lawn looking its best (that gives it time to take effect). Beyond that I might do it when my lawn starts to look a little tired, or if I’m having a party or gathering I apply it a few weeks beforehand to give it that nice dark green. There have been some years when I’ve just applied Dr. Iron with my Milorganite on every application and that has worked well too. If I’m applying that often I’d suggest using 1/2 the recommended quantity of Dr. Iron and just adjusting your spreader settings to reflect that and still get nice even coverage. If I’m doing the application at the same time as Milo I do them in two separate passes so I get nice even results and I don’t get clumps of Iron coming out here and there by mixing the two products. Hope this helps, and best of luck with your lawn this year! Thanks for visiting my blog.
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What’s The Difference? Disc Harrow vs Tiller
Ready to prep your garden soil, but don’t know if a disc harrow or tiller will do a better job?
While both pieces of equipment break up the soil to get ready for seeding, they do not perform equally.
Inside this guide, I clarify the uses of a disc harrow and tiller, the types of soil prep they perform, and the pros and cons of using them in your home garden.
Once you understand the function of a disc harrow vs tiller, you’ll be able to choose the best one to assist you in prepping your garden for planting.
What Do You Use A Disc Harrow For?
Growers use a disc harrow to break up clumps of dirt or topsoil crust and to even out the surface of the field where they plan to grow crops.
Technically, a disc harrow isn’t for deep soil cultivation, but as more of a soil “finishing” tool for use before planting. The machine is also beneficial for incorporating surface application fertilizers and herbicides.
The implement attaches to a tractor that pulls it back and forth across the area they wish to plant.
A secondary use for a disc harrow is for chopping up weeds that grow between planting seasons and for incorporating crop remainders into the soil after harvest.
Types Of Harrowing
The three different types of disc harrowing consist of:
Each type of disc harrowing aid in creating a look and feel of soil specific to your needs.
Single-action disc harrows have sets of discs that angle in opposite directions along the cylinder, or “gang,” that holds them. When the equipment crosses the soil, it throws dirt in opposite directions at the same time, which creates furrows and ridges in the field.
Double-action, or tandem, disc harrows have two gangs, one in front of the other. The discs of the first gang throw the soil in one direction, while the next gang of discs throws the soil in the opposite direction.
Offset disc harrowing pulls two gangs of discs set offside of the tractor. This configuration means the equipment does not pull directly behind the tractor and allows access to areas and corners where a normal disc harrow can’t reach.
Using A Disc Harrow For Home Gardening
For home gardeners, a disc harrow can be beneficial but also present some disadvantages. You can purchase disc harrows for small spaces that can attach to lawn tractors or ATVs.
PROS
- Easier to pull over the soil
- Wide gang allows for faster soil preparation
- Less expensive to maintain
- Handles rocks without jamming
CONS
- Hard to maneuver in small spaces
- Only penetrates a few inches into the soil
- Need to make several passes for best results
- Puts more strain on the tractor engine
Black Boar ATV/UTV Disc Harrow | Editor Recommended
Top Features
- Adjustable Sides (0, 15 or 30 degrees in both directions)
- Lightweight design
- Made of durable Steel
A compact disc harrow can be a great compliment to your other gardening equipment if you need to work large garden plots and have a tractor or ATV available.
What Do You Use A Tiller For?
A tiller is made to break up tough, compacted soil. Think of a tiller as the tool necessary to clear and loosen up new ground for planting.
Tillers are ideal for breaking apart large clumps of soil into a granulated material for seeding or setting new plants.
I use a tiller when I want to expand my garden plots. I also use one when I let a garden plot lie fallow but want to avoid the topsoil from getting crusty or laden with unwanted plant growth.
It’s important to note that a tiller is not made to run through overgrown fields without first mowing or bush hogging the area. Check out the following video to get an idea of when to till without clearing brush first.
What’s The Difference? Disc Harrow vs Tiller
Ready to prep your garden soil, but don’t know if a disc harrow or tiller will do a better job?
While both pieces of equipment break up the soil to get ready for seeding, they do not perform equally.
Inside this guide, I clarify the uses of a disc harrow and tiller, the types of soil prep they perform, and the pros and cons of using them in your home garden.
Once you understand the function of a disc harrow vs tiller, you’ll be able to choose the best one to assist you in prepping your garden for planting.
What Do You Use A Disc Harrow For?
Growers use a disc harrow to break up clumps of dirt or topsoil crust and to even out the surface of the field where they plan to grow crops.
Technically, a disc harrow isn’t for deep soil cultivation, but as more of a soil “finishing” tool for use before planting. The machine is also beneficial for incorporating surface application fertilizers and herbicides.
The implement attaches to a tractor that pulls it back and forth across the area they wish to plant.
A secondary use for a disc harrow is for chopping up weeds that grow between planting seasons and for incorporating crop remainders into the soil after harvest.
Types Of Harrowing
The three different types of disc harrowing consist of:
Each type of disc harrowing aid in creating a look and feel of soil specific to your needs.
Single-action disc harrows have sets of discs that angle in opposite directions along the cylinder, or “gang,” that holds them. When the equipment crosses the soil, it throws dirt in opposite directions at the same time, which creates furrows and ridges in the field.
Double-action, or tandem, disc harrows have two gangs, one in front of the other. The discs of the first gang throw the soil in one direction, while the next gang of discs throws the soil in the opposite direction.
Offset disc harrowing pulls two gangs of discs set offside of the tractor. This configuration means the equipment does not pull directly behind the tractor and allows access to areas and corners where a normal disc harrow can’t reach.
Using A Disc Harrow For Home Gardening
For home gardeners, a disc harrow can be beneficial but also present some disadvantages. You can purchase disc harrows for small spaces that can attach to lawn tractors or ATVs.
PROS
- Easier to pull over the soil
- Wide gang allows for faster soil preparation
- Less expensive to maintain
- Handles rocks without jamming
CONS
- Hard to maneuver in small spaces
- Only penetrates a few inches into the soil
- Need to make several passes for best results
- Puts more strain on the tractor engine
Black Boar ATV/UTV Disc Harrow | Editor Recommended
Top Features
- Adjustable Sides (0, 15 or 30 degrees in both directions)
- Lightweight design
- Made of durable Steel
A compact disc harrow can be a great compliment to your other gardening equipment if you need to work large garden plots and have a tractor or ATV available.
What Do You Use A Tiller For?
A tiller is made to break up tough, compacted soil. Think of a tiller as the tool necessary to clear and loosen up new ground for planting.
Tillers are ideal for breaking apart large clumps of soil into a granulated material for seeding or setting new plants.
I use a tiller when I want to expand my garden plots. I also use one when I let a garden plot lie fallow but want to avoid the topsoil from getting crusty or laden with unwanted plant growth.
It’s important to note that a tiller is not made to run through overgrown fields without first mowing or bush hogging the area. Check out the following video to get an idea of when to till without clearing brush first.