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≤ 29.9 ft","spec_jd_additional_information_10_date_collected":"Date Collected|1 March 2019","spec_jd_dimensions_1540_transport_width":"Transport Width|< 5.64 m
< 18.5 ft","spec_jd_dimensions_1860_working_width":"Working Width|11 m
36 ft","spec_jd_tractor_compatibility_190_horsepower_requirements":"Horsepower Requirements|30.6 gpm (116 L/min) at 2900 psi (200 bar)","spec_jd_dimensions_1820_transport_height":"Transport Height|< 4.88 m
< 16 ft","spec_jd_tractor_compatibility_200_number_of_scvs":"SCV|Three - one fold, one opener raise/lower, one seed distribution blower","spec_jd_opener_100_disk":"Disk|Diameter
45.7 cm
18 in.
Angle
7-degree angle
45.7 cm (18-in.) disk blade at 7-degree angle","spec_jd_opener_80_style":"Style|No-till","spec_jd_seed_storage_60_type":"Type|Pneumatic","spec_jd_dimensions_2430_frame":"Frame|Cross members
102x152 mm
4x6 in.
End tubes
51x152 mm
2x6 in.
Hitch
254x152 mm
10x6 in.
","spec_jd_key_specs_2130_spacing":"Spacing|Dual rank: 7.5-in. (19.1 cm) spacing; 10-in. (25.4 cm) spacing
Single rank: 15-in. (38.1 cm) spacing","spec_jd_key_specs_2140_openers":"Openers|Style
No-till
Rank lock-up
Individual
Diameter
45.7 cm
18 in.
Down pressure
74.8-181.4 kg/opener (165-400 lb)
Dual rank - 7.5-in. (19.1 cm) spacing: 68
Dual rank - 10-in. (25.4 cm) spacing: 50
Single rank - 15-in. (38.1 cm) spacing: 34","spec_jd_opener_90_rank_lock_up":"Rank Lock-Up|Individual","spec_jd_seed_metering_70_crops":"Crops|Barley, oats, rice, sorghum, soybean, wheat","spec_jd_seed_storage_70_blower":"Blower|45 cm (17.7 in.) diameter impeller","spec_jd_dimensions_2380_spacing":"Spacing|Dual rank: 7.5-in. (19.1 cm) spacing; 10-in. (25.4 cm) spacing
Single rank: 15-in. (38.1 cm) spacing","spec_jd_opener_110_down_pressure":"Down Pressure|Style
Hydraulic rank
74.8-181.4 kg/opener (165-400 lb)","spec_jd_opener_120_depth_control":"Depth Control|Description
Gauge wheel (smooth sided or spoked)
Gauge wheel size
4.5x16 in.
11.4x40.6 cm
Range
0.5-3.5 in. (1.3-8.9 cm)
Increments
0.25 in. (0.64 cm)
","spec_jd_opener_140_furrow_closing":"Furrow Closing|Description
Cast wheel at 15-degree vertical angle
Serrated closing wheel at 15-degree vertical angle
Size
Cast wheel: 2.54x30.5 cm
1x12 in.
Material
Cast
Down force
Down-pressure from 11.8-19.5 kg
26-43 lb
Serrated or smooth cast closing wheel","spec_jd_seed_storage_40_tank_scales":"Tank Scales|Optional; provides summed commodity weight","spec_jd_seed_metering_60_description":"Description|Central volumetric metering","spec_jd_key_specs_2030_working_widths":"Working Widths|13 m
42 ft","spec_jd_dimensions_2390_road_clearance":"Road Clearance|> 17.8 cm
> 7.0 in.","spec_jd_key_specs_2040_number_of_ranks":"Number Of Ranks|Single; Dual","spec_jd_dimensions_2340_number_of_ranks":"Number Of Ranks|Single; Dual","spec_jd_opener_130_in_furrow_press_wheel":"In-Furrow Press Wheel|Material
Rubber
Packing force
Adjustable down-pressure from 2.3 to 20.4 kg
5 to 45 lb
2.54x25.4 cm
1x10 in.","spec_jd_seed_storage_10_tank_description":"Tank Description|Central, non-pressurized polyethylene tank","spec_jd_seed_storage_30_tank_fill_screen":"Tank Fill Screen|Optional; one per tank opening","spec_jd_dimensions_2400_centerframe_width":"Centerframe Width|4.6 m
15.2 ft","spec_jd_seed_storage_80_blower_drive_type":"Blower Drive Type|Hydraulic","spec_jd_seed_storage_20_total_tank_capacity":"Total Tank Capacity|4200 L (120 bu)","spec_jd_dimensions_2410_weight_before_ballast":"Weight Before Ballast|Dual rank - 7.5-in. (19.1 cm) spacing: ≤ 31,000 lb. (14,100 kg)
Dual rank - 10-in. (25.4 cm) spacing: ≤ 27,300 lb. (12,400 kg)
Single rank - 15-in. (38.1 cm) spacing: ≤ 19,200 lb. (8700 kg)","spec_jd_seed_metering_140_metering_drive_type":"Metering Drive Type|Electric","spec_jd_seed_storage_90_distribution_hose_size":"Distribution Hose Size|1 in. (2.54 cm) ID for 38.1 cm (15 in.) row spacing
1.13 in. (3.13 cm) ID primaries with 1 in. (2.54 cm) ID secondaries for 19.1 and 25.4 cm (7.5 and 10 in.) row spacings","spec_jd_dimensions_2460_from_ground_to_platform":"From Ground To Platform|≤ 220 cm
85 in.","spec_jd_dimensions_2450_from_ground_to_top_of_lid":"From Ground To Top Of Lid|≤ 310 cm (122 in.)","spec_jd_tires_and_wheels_560_tires_wings_standard":"Wings Standard|(4) 31x13.5-15 NHS","spec_jd_dimensions_2440_clearance_from_rank_to_rank":"Clearance From Rank To Rank|134 cm
52.8 in.","spec_jd_dimensions_2480_from_ground_to_top_of_lights":"From Ground To Top Of Lights|≤ 310 cm (122 in.)","spec_jd_additional_information_820_operator_interface":"Operator Interface|Description: QT / Gen 4
Language: English, Spanish, English/Spanish, English/French","spec_jd_tires_and_wheels_540_tires_mainframe_standard":"Mainframe Standard|(4) 33x15.5-16 on front, (4) 33x15.5-16 on rear","spec_jd_tires_and_wheels_590_tires_wing_tires_and_wheels":"Wing Tires And Wheels|(8) 33x15.5-16","spec_jd_tractor_compatibility_360_hydraulic_power_beyond":"Hydraulic Power Beyond|Required for in-cab opener downforce and electric power generation","spec_jd_additional_information_800_fast_start_quick_start":"Fast Start/Quick Start|Standard","spec_jd_dimensions_2470_from_ground_to_top_of_safety_rail":"From Ground To Top Of Safety Rail|≤ 322.6 cm
127 in.","spec_jd_additional_information_770_tool_mounted_alternator":"Tool-Mounted Alternator|56 VDC
Optional: 56 VDC","spec_jd_seed_metering_90_max_volumetric_seeding_rates_oats":"Max Volumetric Seeding Rates - Oats|≤ 2,500,000 seeds per acre (6,180,000 seeds per hectare)","spec_jd_additional_information_810_four_section_seed_on_off":"Four-Section Seed On/Off|Standard","spec_jd_seed_metering_100_max_volumetric_seeding_rates_rice":"Max Volumetric Seeding Rates - Rice|≤ 1,700,000 seeds per acre (4,200,000 seeds per hectare)","spec_jd_seed_metering_130_max_volumetric_seeding_rates_wheat":"Max Volumetric Seeding Rates - Wheat|≤ 2,970,000 seeds per acre (7,300,000 seeds per hectare)","spec_jd_seed_metering_80_max_volumetric_seeding_rates_barley":"Max Volumetric Seeding Rates - Barley|≤ 1,000,000 seeds per acre (2,470,000 seeds per hectare)","spec_jd_tires_and_wheels_600_tires_wheel_spacing_center_frame":"Wheel Spacing, Center Frame|Width of duals, center to center
322.1 cm (126.8 in.)
Width outside to outside of dual pair, front - largest tire option
130.8 cm
51.5 in.
Width outside to outside of dual pair, rear
130.8 cm
51.5 in.
Tire width, front - largest tire option
50.8 cm (20 in.)
Tire width, rear - largest tire option
50.8 cm
20 in.
","spec_jd_tractor_compatibility_370_minimum_electrical_capacity":"Electrical Requirements|48 A at 12 VDC","spec_jd_seed_metering_120_max_volumetric_seeding_rates_soybean":"Max Volumetric Seeding Rates - Soybean|≤ 250,000 seeds per acre (618,000 seeds per hectare)","spec_jd_additional_information_830_seed_blockage_sensor_per_row":"Seed Blockage Sensor Per Row|Standard","spec_jd_tires_and_wheels_580_tires_centerframe_tires_and_wheels":"Centerframe Tires And Wheels|(4) 500/40R16 on front, (4) 500/40R16 on rear","spec_jd_dimensions_2500_lateral_frame_clearance_opener_to_opener":"Lateral Frame Clearance, Opener To Opener|15 in. (38.1 mm) for 7.5-in (19.1 cm) models","spec_jd_seed_metering_110_max_volumetric_seeding_rates_milo_sorghum":"Max Volumetric Seeding Rates - Milo/Sorghum|≤ 100,000 seeds per acre (247,000 seeds per hectare)","spec_jd_tractor_compatibility_330_power_required_75_in_191_cm_models":"Tractor Drawbar Power Required, 7.5-In (19.1 Cm) Models|≥ 292 kW (392 hp)","spec_jd_tractor_compatibility_340_power_required_10_in_254_cm_models":"Tractor Drawbar Power Required, 10-In (25.4 Cm) Models|≥ 232 kW (311 hp)","spec_jd_tractor_compatibility_350_power_required_15_in_381_cm_models":"Tractor Drawbar Power Required, 15-In (38.1 Cm) Models|≥ 172 kW (231 hp)","spec_jd_additional_information_780_implement_harness_connection_56_vdc":"Implement Harness Connection, 56 Vdc|Power take-off (PTO) power gen","spec_jd_additional_information_790_implement_harness_connection_12_vdc":"Implement Harness Connection, 12 Vdc|7-pin SAE, 9-pin ISO","spec_jd_dimensions_2490_centerline_of_mainframe_wheel_support_tube_to_centerline":"Centerline Of Mainframe Wheel Support Tube To Centerline Of Wing Wheel Support Tubes|3.2 m
10.4 ft"}
≤ 29.9 ft","spec_jd_additional_information_10_date_collected":"Date Collected|1 March 2019","spec_jd_dimensions_1540_transport_width":"Transport Width|< 5.64 m
< 18.5 ft","spec_jd_dimensions_1860_working_width":"Working Width|11 m
36 ft","spec_jd_tractor_compatibility_190_horsepower_requirements":"Horsepower Requirements|30.6 gpm (116 L/min) at 2900 psi (200 bar)","spec_jd_dimensions_1820_transport_height":"Transport Height|< 4.88 m
< 16 ft","spec_jd_tractor_compatibility_200_number_of_scvs":"SCV|Three - one fold, one opener raise/lower, one seed distribution blower","spec_jd_opener_100_disk":"Disk|Diameter
45.7 cm
18 in.
Angle
7-degree angle
45.7 cm (18-in.) disk blade at 7-degree angle","spec_jd_opener_80_style":"Style|No-till","spec_jd_seed_storage_60_type":"Type|Pneumatic","spec_jd_dimensions_2430_frame":"Frame|Cross members
102x152 mm
4x6 in.
End tubes
51x152 mm
2x6 in.
Hitch
254x152 mm
10x6 in.
","spec_jd_key_specs_2130_spacing":"Spacing|Dual rank: 7.5-in. (19.1 cm) spacing; 10-in. (25.4 cm) spacing
Single rank: 15-in. (38.1 cm) spacing","spec_jd_key_specs_2140_openers":"Openers|Style
No-till
Rank lock-up
Individual
Diameter
45.7 cm
18 in.
Down pressure
74.8-181.4 kg/opener (165-400 lb)
Dual rank - 7.5-in. (19.1 cm) spacing: 68
Dual rank - 10-in. (25.4 cm) spacing: 50
Single rank - 15-in. (38.1 cm) spacing: 34","spec_jd_opener_90_rank_lock_up":"Rank Lock-Up|Individual","spec_jd_seed_metering_70_crops":"Crops|Barley, oats, rice, sorghum, soybean, wheat","spec_jd_seed_storage_70_blower":"Blower|45 cm (17.7 in.) diameter impeller","spec_jd_dimensions_2380_spacing":"Spacing|Dual rank: 7.5-in. (19.1 cm) spacing; 10-in. (25.4 cm) spacing
Single rank: 15-in. (38.1 cm) spacing","spec_jd_opener_110_down_pressure":"Down Pressure|Style
Hydraulic rank
74.8-181.4 kg/opener (165-400 lb)","spec_jd_opener_120_depth_control":"Depth Control|Description
Gauge wheel (smooth sided or spoked)
Gauge wheel size
4.5x16 in.
11.4x40.6 cm
Range
0.5-3.5 in. (1.3-8.9 cm)
Increments
0.25 in. (0.64 cm)
","spec_jd_opener_140_furrow_closing":"Furrow Closing|Description
Cast wheel at 15-degree vertical angle
Serrated closing wheel at 15-degree vertical angle
Size
Cast wheel: 2.54x30.5 cm
1x12 in.
Material
Cast
Down force
Down-pressure from 11.8-19.5 kg
26-43 lb
Serrated or smooth cast closing wheel","spec_jd_seed_storage_40_tank_scales":"Tank Scales|Optional; provides summed commodity weight","spec_jd_seed_metering_60_description":"Description|Central volumetric metering","spec_jd_key_specs_2030_working_widths":"Working Widths|13 m
42 ft","spec_jd_dimensions_2390_road_clearance":"Road Clearance|> 17.8 cm
> 7.0 in.","spec_jd_key_specs_2040_number_of_ranks":"Number Of Ranks|Single; Dual","spec_jd_dimensions_2340_number_of_ranks":"Number Of Ranks|Single; Dual","spec_jd_opener_130_in_furrow_press_wheel":"In-Furrow Press Wheel|Material
Rubber
Packing force
Adjustable down-pressure from 2.3 to 20.4 kg
5 to 45 lb
2.54x25.4 cm
1x10 in.","spec_jd_seed_storage_10_tank_description":"Tank Description|Central, non-pressurized polyethylene tank","spec_jd_seed_storage_30_tank_fill_screen":"Tank Fill Screen|Optional; one per tank opening","spec_jd_dimensions_2400_centerframe_width":"Centerframe Width|4.6 m
15.2 ft","spec_jd_seed_storage_80_blower_drive_type":"Blower Drive Type|Hydraulic","spec_jd_seed_storage_20_total_tank_capacity":"Total Tank Capacity|4200 L (120 bu)","spec_jd_dimensions_2410_weight_before_ballast":"Weight Before Ballast|Dual rank - 7.5-in. (19.1 cm) spacing: ≤ 31,000 lb. (14,100 kg)
Dual rank - 10-in. (25.4 cm) spacing: ≤ 27,300 lb. (12,400 kg)
Single rank - 15-in. (38.1 cm) spacing: ≤ 19,200 lb. (8700 kg)","spec_jd_seed_metering_140_metering_drive_type":"Metering Drive Type|Electric","spec_jd_seed_storage_90_distribution_hose_size":"Distribution Hose Size|1 in. (2.54 cm) ID for 38.1 cm (15 in.) row spacing
1.13 in. (3.13 cm) ID primaries with 1 in. (2.54 cm) ID secondaries for 19.1 and 25.4 cm (7.5 and 10 in.) row spacings","spec_jd_dimensions_2460_from_ground_to_platform":"From Ground To Platform|≤ 220 cm
85 in.","spec_jd_dimensions_2450_from_ground_to_top_of_lid":"From Ground To Top Of Lid|≤ 310 cm (122 in.)","spec_jd_tires_and_wheels_560_tires_wings_standard":"Wings Standard|(4) 31x13.5-15 NHS","spec_jd_dimensions_2440_clearance_from_rank_to_rank":"Clearance From Rank To Rank|134 cm
52.8 in.","spec_jd_dimensions_2480_from_ground_to_top_of_lights":"From Ground To Top Of Lights|≤ 310 cm (122 in.)","spec_jd_additional_information_820_operator_interface":"Operator Interface|Description: QT / Gen 4
Language: English, Spanish, English/Spanish, English/French","spec_jd_tires_and_wheels_540_tires_mainframe_standard":"Mainframe Standard|(4) 33x15.5-16 on front, (4) 33x15.5-16 on rear","spec_jd_tires_and_wheels_590_tires_wing_tires_and_wheels":"Wing Tires And Wheels|(8) 33x15.5-16","spec_jd_tractor_compatibility_360_hydraulic_power_beyond":"Hydraulic Power Beyond|Required for in-cab opener downforce and electric power generation","spec_jd_additional_information_800_fast_start_quick_start":"Fast Start/Quick Start|Standard","spec_jd_dimensions_2470_from_ground_to_top_of_safety_rail":"From Ground To Top Of Safety Rail|≤ 322.6 cm
127 in.","spec_jd_additional_information_770_tool_mounted_alternator":"Tool-Mounted Alternator|56 VDC
Optional: 56 VDC","spec_jd_seed_metering_90_max_volumetric_seeding_rates_oats":"Max Volumetric Seeding Rates - Oats|≤ 2,500,000 seeds per acre (6,180,000 seeds per hectare)","spec_jd_additional_information_810_four_section_seed_on_off":"Four-Section Seed On/Off|Standard","spec_jd_seed_metering_100_max_volumetric_seeding_rates_rice":"Max Volumetric Seeding Rates - Rice|≤ 1,700,000 seeds per acre (4,200,000 seeds per hectare)","spec_jd_seed_metering_130_max_volumetric_seeding_rates_wheat":"Max Volumetric Seeding Rates - Wheat|≤ 2,970,000 seeds per acre (7,300,000 seeds per hectare)","spec_jd_seed_metering_80_max_volumetric_seeding_rates_barley":"Max Volumetric Seeding Rates - Barley|≤ 1,000,000 seeds per acre (2,470,000 seeds per hectare)","spec_jd_tires_and_wheels_600_tires_wheel_spacing_center_frame":"Wheel Spacing, Center Frame|Width of duals, center to center
322.1 cm (126.8 in.)
Width outside to outside of dual pair, front - largest tire option
130.8 cm
51.5 in.
Width outside to outside of dual pair, rear
130.8 cm
51.5 in.
Tire width, front - largest tire option
50.8 cm (20 in.)
Tire width, rear - largest tire option
50.8 cm
20 in.
","spec_jd_tractor_compatibility_370_minimum_electrical_capacity":"Electrical Requirements|48 A at 12 VDC","spec_jd_seed_metering_120_max_volumetric_seeding_rates_soybean":"Max Volumetric Seeding Rates - Soybean|≤ 250,000 seeds per acre (618,000 seeds per hectare)","spec_jd_additional_information_830_seed_blockage_sensor_per_row":"Seed Blockage Sensor Per Row|Standard","spec_jd_tires_and_wheels_580_tires_centerframe_tires_and_wheels":"Centerframe Tires And Wheels|(4) 500/40R16 on front, (4) 500/40R16 on rear","spec_jd_dimensions_2500_lateral_frame_clearance_opener_to_opener":"Lateral Frame Clearance, Opener To Opener|15 in. (38.1 mm) for 7.5-in (19.1 cm) models","spec_jd_seed_metering_110_max_volumetric_seeding_rates_milo_sorghum":"Max Volumetric Seeding Rates - Milo/Sorghum|≤ 100,000 seeds per acre (247,000 seeds per hectare)","spec_jd_tractor_compatibility_330_power_required_75_in_191_cm_models":"Tractor Drawbar Power Required, 7.5-In (19.1 Cm) Models|≥ 292 kW (392 hp)","spec_jd_tractor_compatibility_340_power_required_10_in_254_cm_models":"Tractor Drawbar Power Required, 10-In (25.4 Cm) Models|≥ 232 kW (311 hp)","spec_jd_tractor_compatibility_350_power_required_15_in_381_cm_models":"Tractor Drawbar Power Required, 15-In (38.1 Cm) Models|≥ 172 kW (231 hp)","spec_jd_additional_information_780_implement_harness_connection_56_vdc":"Implement Harness Connection, 56 Vdc|Power take-off (PTO) power gen","spec_jd_additional_information_790_implement_harness_connection_12_vdc":"Implement Harness Connection, 12 Vdc|7-pin SAE, 9-pin ISO","spec_jd_dimensions_2490_centerline_of_mainframe_wheel_support_tube_to_centerline":"Centerline Of Mainframe Wheel Support Tube To Centerline Of Wing Wheel Support Tubes|3.2 m
10.4 ft"}