A new T traction bolt safety feature has been added to Kuhn’s range of large Vari-Leader ploughs, offering users a cost-effective option for load protection.
The option is aimed at growers farming light soils with low stone content, the simple T traction bolt has a share point load of 4,700kg and provides an alternative to the non-stop hydraulic system that is already available on the Vari-Leader range.
The innovative shearing design, as opposed to snapping, prevents broken bolts becoming stuck in the plough framework as they break, allowing users to quickly and easily replace bolts and return to work. The bolt is fixed in the direction of travel, rather than at 90 degrees to it, therefore, when an obstacle is encountered, the bolt shears with the leg and avoids damage.
Edd Fanshawe, Kuhn’s arable and connected services product specialist, says the addition of the T traction bolt will be appealing to users. “With its high load rating and shearing design, the T traction bolt offers an established and cost-effective safety option.
“The design is well proven across other Kuhn ploughs and reduces the oval effect that traditional shear bolts create on the hole through constant movement. This improves component longevity and makes replacing T traction bolts much easier on the Vari-Leader models.”
The semi mounted Vari-Leader range is available in 6-8 bodies and suited to tractors from 135hp up to 360hp.
