R-380 Potato Furrower

⚡ Only 75 HP — Fits Compact Tractors

The R-380 requires just 75 hp — making it compatible with the compact and mid-range tractors that dominate smallholder, cooperative, and family farm operations worldwide. No need to invest in a larger tractor. Compatible with popular models including John Deere 5E, New Holland T4, Case IH Farmall A, Kubota M6, Massey Ferguson 4700, and Fendt 200 series.

🔄 3 Rows at 5–8 km/h

Three ridges formed simultaneously at working speeds up to 8 km/h — covering approximately 1.5–2.4 hectares per hour (at 75 cm row spacing). This is significantly faster than single-row or two-row ridgers, and the higher working speed compared to stone management equipment means the R-380 can prepare an entire farm’s potato beds in a fraction of the time.

⚖️ Ultra-Light 500 kg — Minimal Compaction

At only 500 kg, the R-380 is one of the lightest 3-row potato furrowers available. Low weight means minimal soil compaction in the planting zone — critical for root crop development. It also minimizes rear-axle load on smaller tractors, reduces fuel consumption, and makes transport between fields easy.

🔧 Zero Hydraulics, Zero PTO

No hydraulic hoses, no PTO shaft, no powered moving parts. The R-380 connects to the three-point hitch and goes to work. This extreme simplicity means near-zero maintenance cost, maximum reliability, nothing to break down in the field, and the fastest hookup time of any implement on the farm.

📋 Adjustable Row Spacing & Depth

Row spacing is fully adjustable along the toolbar to accommodate different crop requirements — 75 cm for potatoes, 60–70 cm for vegetables, 90–100 cm for sweet potatoes or yams. Furrow depth is controlled from the tractor cab via hitch height. This versatility makes the R-380 a multi-crop tool, not a single-purpose implement.

💰 Exceptional Cost-Effectiveness

Comparable ridge quality to premium European potato ridgers at a fraction of the investment. The R-380’s simple design, hardened share points, and minimal wear parts mean extremely low annual maintenance costs. Reversible shares double the service life between replacements, and we supply replacement parts at competitive prices worldwide.

🌏 Universal Tractor Compatibility

Standard Category 2 three-point hitch fits virtually every tractor from 75 hp upward. No hydraulic remotes required. No PTO required. The R-380 is one of the most universally compatible agricultural implements available — it will work on any tractor with a three-point hitch, anywhere in the world.

🥔 Potato Farming — Seed Bed & Hilling

The primary application: creating uniform planting ridges before seed potato placement, and post-emergence hilling to cover developing tubers and prevent greening. The R-380 forms three rows simultaneously at the standard 75 cm spacing, producing consistent ridge height and shape across the entire field. This uniformity is critical for mechanical harvester compatibility and even tuber development.

🍚 Sweet Potato, Yam & Cassava — Tropical Root Crops

In tropical and subtropical regions, sweet potato, yam, and cassava growers require wider-spaced raised beds (90–100 cm) for optimal tuber development. The R-380’s adjustable row spacing accommodates these wider configurations. The raised ridge improves drainage in tropical rainfall conditions and facilitates easier hand or mechanical harvest.

🌽 Vegetable Growing — Carrot, Onion & Garlic Beds

Carrots, onions, garlic, leeks, and many other vegetables benefit from raised bed planting for improved drainage, warmer soil temperature, and easier harvest. The R-380 creates precise bed profiles at narrower spacings (60–70 cm) with excellent consistency — essential for precision vegetable production where bed uniformity directly affects yield and quality.

🌱 Post-Emergence Hilling & Weed Control

After potato emergence, growers perform one or more hilling passes to mound additional soil around the growing plants. This covers developing tubers (preventing greening), improves drainage, and buries small weeds between rows. The R-380’s fast 5–8 km/h working speed and 3-row coverage make hilling operations quick and efficient — even on large acreages.

🌎 Smallholder & Cooperative Farming

In developing regions where smallholder and cooperative farms operate 75–120 hp tractors, the R-380 provides professional-grade ridging at an accessible price point. Its simple design, minimal maintenance requirements, and universal tractor compatibility make it ideal for agricultural development projects, NGO-supported farming programs, and cooperative equipment-sharing schemes.

Q1: What crops can the R-380 be used for?

The R-380 is designed for any crop that benefits from ridge or raised-bed planting. Primary crops include potato, sweet potato, yam, cassava, carrot, onion, garlic, leek, parsnip, and other root vegetables. The adjustable row spacing (60–100 cm) and depth control make it versatile enough for virtually any ridge-planted crop.

Q2: Can the R-380 be used for potato hilling?

Yes. The R-380 is widely used for both initial furrow creation before planting and post-emergence hilling passes to mound soil around growing potato plants. Hilling covers developing tubers (preventing greening from light exposure), improves drainage around the root zone, and helps control inter-row weeds.

Q3: What is the standard row spacing?

The most common potato row spacing worldwide is 75 cm (30 inches). The R-380 ships configured for 75 cm but can be easily adjusted to 60–100 cm by repositioning the ridging bodies along the toolbar using the bolt-on clamp system. Tell us your required spacing when ordering and we will pre-set the machine to your specification.

Q4: How many hectares per hour can the R-380 cover?

At 75 cm row spacing and 5–8 km/h working speed, the R-380 covers approximately 1.1–1.8 hectares per hour of ridged field (3 rows × 0.75 m × 5–8 km/h). In real-world conditions with turning and overlapping, most operators achieve 1.0–1.5 hectares per hour of effective coverage.

Q5: Are the share points replaceable?

Yes. Share points are standard bolt-on items, individually replaceable without special tools. Each share is also reversible — when one cutting edge wears, flip it to expose a fresh edge, effectively doubling service life. We supply replacement share sets at competitive prices with fast international shipping.

Q6: Does the R-380 work in stony soils?

The R-380 handles moderately stony soils well — the hardened share points are designed for abrasive conditions. In very stony fields, we recommend first processing the land with a stone crusher, rock rake, or stone picker to remove or reduce the largest stones, then using the R-380 for furrow formation. This produces the best ridge quality and extends share-point life.

Q7: Does the R-380 require any PTO or hydraulics?

No. The R-380 is entirely passive — it uses only the tractor’s forward movement and three-point hitch for operation. No PTO shaft, no hydraulic hoses, no powered components. Attach to the three-point hitch, set the depth, and drive.

Q8: Can the furrow depth be adjusted?

Yes. Furrow depth is controlled by the tractor’s three-point hitch height adjustment. Lower the hitch for deeper furrows; raise it for shallower ridges. Optional depth-control wheels or skids can be fitted for precise, consistent depth across uneven terrain.

Q9: Do you ship the R-380 internationally?

Yes, we export worldwide. Production takes 15–20 days. We handle all export documentation and offer CIF or FOB pricing. The R-380’s compact size and 500 kg weight make it economical to ship — multiple units can fit in a single container. Please contact our sales team for a quotation.

Q10: What maintenance does the R-380 require?

Minimal. After each season: inspect and replace or reverse worn share points; check all bolts and clamp tightness; clean soil residue from ridging bodies; inspect the three-point hitch pins and frame for wear or cracking; and apply a light coat of oil or grease to bare metal surfaces for storage. There are no bearings, chains, gears, hydraulics, or PTO components to service.

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