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IA | So Ive been kicking around the idea of planting with LSW tires. Here is my research and thoughts. (below)
This is what I am comparing.
(Cat 765 with fast tanks and 700 gal 32% nitrogen) vs (Deere 8320R with LSW tires, 360 tanks and 700 gal 32% nitrogen)
If anyone is actually doing this and has some results and data (preferably not feelings) I would really appreciate a conversation about it with pros and cons.
LSW vs. Tracks
What are the advantages and disadvantages of these systems
We farm some wet black gumbo soils and bought the 765 primarily to eliminate the pinch row problem and to carry 32% on the tractor.
Cat 765 has 4200 hours and its value with tanks might be around $90k
LSW tires and tanks for the 8320R would be around $25-30k
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LSW vs. Tracks for Planting - Both with liquid tanks
Cat 765 - Tracks
Weight - 42250 lbs with tanks
Flat plate area - 3672 sq inches
PSI - 11.5 psi
Pros:
Single 120” track in field
Not planting into row
Excellent power to ground
Cons:
Berming when turning
Do not work in wet/snow/muddy conditions
Road use not advised (manure hauling)
More maintenance and moving parts
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Deere 8320R - LSW with 360 tanks
Weight - 38767 lbs
Flat plate area - 3566 sq inches
PSI - 10.9 psi
Pros:
Less berming on end rows
Less maintenance
Better on-road use
No slipping in wet/snowy/muddy conditions
Cons:
Planting into row on planter
Compacting wider area
Edited by REVBCO 5/22/2019 21:50
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LSW vs Tracks for Planting?
