Operational Information
The in-line ripper is designed for primary tillage. The implement fractures the layer of the soil that is compacted. However, little soil disturbance is caused to the surface residue. The implement reduces soil erosion.
The positive effects of ripping include these important factors:
- Improved soil tilth
- Enhanced root penetration
- Increased utilization of nutrients
- Low incorporation of the soil residue
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| Illustration 1 | g00778895 |
The ripper shank can be equipped with a low disturbance shank cap (1). The low disturbance shank cap provides a narrow profile for inter-row ripping.
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| Illustration 2 | g00778859 |
The ripper shank can be equipped with a shattering wing (2). The shattering wing provides maximum subsoil fracturing between the shanks.
The ripper shanks that are equipped with a reset spring should be used when the implement is used in a soil that has obstructions.
Operating Speeds
The implement can be pulled from 4.8 km/h (3 mph) to 9.7 km/h (6 mph). The speed of the implement should be reduced in extremely hard conditions or rocky conditions.
Horsepower Requirements
Belted Agricultural Tractors
A belted agricultural tractor must have the following horsepower per shank in order to operate the in-line ripper.
- 18 kW (25 hp) to 33 kW (45 hp)
Wheel Tractors
A tractor that is driven by wheels must have the following horsepower per shank in order to operate the in-line ripper.
- 22 kW (30 hp) to 37 kW (50 hp)
Operating Depth
The depth of the implement should be adjusted so the tip of the ripper is 50.8 mm (2 inch) below the compacted zone. The compacted zone is generally between 178 mm (7 inch) to 254 mm (10 inch). The compacted zone is seldom deeper than 279 mm (11 inch).
The maximum operating depth is 406 mm (16 inch).