R-580 Potato Furrower

🔄 5 Rows — 67% More Coverage Per Pass

Five ridges per pass at 75 cm spacing covers approximately 3.75 m — versus 2.25 m from a 3-row ridger. That is 67% more ridged ground per pass, which translates directly into faster field completion, lower fuel consumption per hectare, and fewer tractor hours per season. For farms over 50 hectares or contractors working on tight seasonal windows, this throughput advantage is decisive.

⚡ Only 85 HP — Remarkably Low for 5 Rows

The R-580 requires just 85 hp — only 10 hp more than the 3-row model — to pull five ridging bodies. This means most mid-range tractors already on the farm can run the R-580 without upgrading. Compatible with John Deere 5E/6M, New Holland T4/T5, Case IH Farmall C, Kubota M6/M7, Massey Ferguson 4700/5700, and Fendt 200/300 series.

⚖️ Lightweight 620 kg — Minimal Compaction

At only 620 kg for five rows, the R-580 delivers the best weight-per-row ratio in its class (124 kg per row). Low weight minimizes soil compaction in the planting zone — critical for healthy root development. It also allows the R-580 to be used with smaller tractors without overloading the rear axle, and keeps fuel consumption remarkably low.

🔧 Zero PTO, Zero Hydraulics

No powered components of any kind. The R-580 connects to the three-point hitch and immediately begins working. No PTO shaft to align, no hydraulic hoses to connect, no seals to leak, no chains to tension. This extreme simplicity delivers the highest possible uptime and the lowest possible maintenance cost — critical for seasonal operations where every hour of downtime costs money.

📋 Adjustable for Multiple Crops

Row spacing is fully adjustable from 60 to 100 cm — accommodating potato (75 cm), sweet potato (90 cm), yam (100 cm), carrot (60–70 cm), and other ridge-planted crops. The R-580 is a multi-crop tool: invest once, ridge everything. Switching between spacings takes minutes with the bolt-on clamp system.

💰 Lowest Cost Per Hectare

More rows per pass at a fraction of the price of premium 5-row ridgers. The R-580’s low purchase price, zero maintenance complexity, reversible share points, and 85 hp power requirement combine to deliver the lowest cost per ridged hectare of any professional 5-row potato furrower on the market. Factory-direct pricing makes the economics even more compelling.

🌏 Universal Tractor Compatibility

Standard Category 2 three-point hitch fits virtually every tractor from 85 hp upward worldwide. No hydraulic remotes. No PTO. No electrical connections. The R-580 is one of the most universally compatible agricultural implements available — attach and go, on any tractor, in any country.

🥔 Commercial Potato Farming — Maximum Ridging Speed

For farms with 50–500+ hectares of potato land, the R-580’s 5-row capacity means the entire ridging operation is completed in 33% less time than a 3-row machine. At approximately 2–3 hectares per hour, a single R-580 can ridge 15–20 hectares per day — enabling timely planting even in regions with short spring windows. Consistent 5-row ridge profiles also improve mechanical harvester tracking and reduce harvest losses.

🚚 Agricultural Contracting — More Hectares Per Day

Contract ridging operators are paid per hectare, and speed is profit. The R-580 delivers 67% more ridged ground per pass than a 3-row machine at the same working speed. Combined with its low 85 hp requirement — meaning the contractor does not need to send a large tractor — the R-580 maximizes daily revenue while minimizing operating costs.

🍚 Root Crop & Vegetable Production at Scale

Sweet potato, yam, cassava, carrot, and onion growers operating at commercial scale benefit from the R-580’s higher throughput. Adjustable row spacing (60–100 cm) accommodates all major root crops and vegetables. The 5-row configuration is particularly valuable for large-area tropical root crop farming where thousands of hectares may need ridging within a narrow seasonal window.

🌱 Post-Emergence Hilling — Large Acreage

Hilling operations on large potato farms are time-critical — the window between emergence and canopy closure is limited. The R-580 covers 5 rows per pass at up to 8 km/h, enabling rapid hilling across large acreages. Mounding soil around growing plants covers tubers (preventing greening), improves drainage, and controls inter-row weeds — all completed faster than any 3-row alternative.

🌎 Cooperative Farming & Development Projects

In cooperative farming schemes and agricultural development projects across Africa, Asia, and Latin America, the R-580 provides professional 5-row ridging at an affordable price point. Its 85 hp requirement fits within the tractor fleet of most cooperatives, and the zero-maintenance design minimizes the need for specialist servicing in remote areas.

Q1: How many hectares per hour can the R-580 cover?

At 75 cm row spacing and 5–8 km/h, the R-580 covers approximately 1.9–3.0 hectares per hour (5 rows × 0.75 m × 5–8 km/h). In real-world conditions with turning and overlapping, most operators achieve 1.5–2.5 hectares per hour — roughly 67% more than a 3-row ridger at the same speed.

Q2: Can the R-580 really run on an 85 hp tractor?

Yes. At only 620 kg with no PTO or hydraulic load, the R-580 demands minimal tractor power. The only energy required is draft force to pull five ridging bodies through the soil. In well-prepared, loose seedbed conditions, 85 hp is more than sufficient. In heavier, clay-rich, or compacted soils, 100+ hp provides extra reserve for maintaining full working speed.

Q3: What crops can the R-580 be used for?

Any crop that benefits from ridge or raised-bed planting: potato, sweet potato, yam, cassava, carrot, onion, garlic, leek, parsnip, and other root vegetables. Adjustable row spacing (60–100 cm) accommodates all major crop standards.

Q4: Can the R-580 be used for potato hilling?

Yes. The R-580 is widely used for both initial furrow creation before planting and post-emergence hilling passes. The 5-row configuration makes hilling operations significantly faster than 3-row alternatives — critical when the window between emergence and canopy closure is limited.

Q5: Are the share points replaceable?

Yes. All five share points are individually bolt-on replaceable and reversible. Flip each share to expose a fresh cutting edge before full replacement, effectively doubling service life. We supply replacement share sets at competitive prices with fast international shipping.

Q6: Does the R-580 work in stony soils?

The R-580 handles moderately stony soils well. In very stony fields, we recommend processing the land first with a stone crusher, rock rake, or stone picker to remove or reduce large stones, then using the R-580 for ridging. This workflow produces the best ridge quality and extends share-point life.

Q7: Does the R-580 require any PTO or hydraulics?

No. The R-580 is entirely passive. It uses only the tractor’s forward movement and three-point hitch. No PTO, no hydraulic hoses, no powered components of any kind. Attach and drive.

Q8: How does the R-580 compare to the R-380?

The R-580 has 5 rows versus 3, covers 67% more ground per pass, weighs 620 kg versus 500 kg, and requires 85 hp versus 75 hp. Both share identical ridging body design, build quality, and zero-maintenance simplicity. Choose the R-580 when farm scale, contract volume, or seasonal time pressure justifies the higher throughput.

Q9: Do you ship the R-580 internationally?

Yes, we export worldwide. Production takes 15–20 days. The R-580’s compact size and 620 kg weight make it economical to ship — multiple units can fit in a single container for dealer orders. We handle all export documentation and offer CIF or FOB pricing. Please contact our team for a quotation.

Q10: What maintenance does the R-580 require?

Virtually none. After each season: inspect and reverse or replace worn share points; check all clamp bolts and toolbar fasteners; clean soil from ridging bodies; inspect three-point hitch pins for wear; apply a light coat of oil to bare metal for storage. There are no bearings, chains, gears, hydraulics, or PTO components to service.

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