Tractor-mounted Rotary Tillers

Tractor tillers are agricultural tools for soil cultivation used in medium and large agricultural contexts. They facilitate soil preparation for sowing and improve soil structure.

Here is an overview of the various types of tractor tillers available on AgriEuro:

• Light agricultural tillers with fixed hitch: available in widths of 105 cm, 125 cm, and 145 cm, weighing between 150 and 180 kg. Suitable for tractors from 15 to 40 HP, ideal for light work.
• Light tractor tillers with manual shift: also available in widths of 105 cm, 125 cm, and 145 cm, with a weight between 150 and 180 kg. Recommended for tractors from 15 to 40 HP, offering optimal lateral work.
• Medium tractor tillers with mechanical shift: available in widths of 132 cm, 150 cm, and 168 cm, weighing between 245 and 275 kg. Suitable for tractors from 25 to 55 HP, ideal for medium-intensity work.
• Medium-heavy agricultural tillers with fixed hitch: with widths of 186 cm and 204 cm and a weight of about 350 kg. Recommended for tractors from 45 to 75 HP, ideal for intensive work.
• Heavy agricultural tillers with hydraulic shift: designed for intensive work, ensuring superior efficiency and robustness.

Agricultural tillers are agricultural machines designed for soil cultivation, mainly used to crush and mix the soil.

Composed of a robust structure supporting a rotor with blades, these machines connect to the tractor via a three-point hitch. The tractor provides the necessary power to the tiller through the PTO shaft. The worm gear transmission transfers this power to the rotor, rotating the blades. These, being arranged on flanges mounted on the rotor, rotate to crush the soil, preparing it for sowing.

• Structure: robust to withstand stress during work.
• Rotor: equipped with flanges with blades, the main part that works the soil.
• Three-point hitch: standard for connecting to the tractor.
• Lateral shift: manual or hydraulic for working close to plants or in vineyards. Tillers with manual or hydraulic lateral shift allow working laterally to the tractor, useful for work in vineyards and orchards.
• Transmission: worm gear to transfer power from the tractor to the rotor.

Tractor tillers are essential tools for various agricultural activities. Their main function is to prepare the soil for sowing, making it softer and more homogeneous. This work improves soil aeration, promoting better water infiltration and optimal plant growth.

In organic farming contexts, tillers help incorporate organic fertilizers and compost into the soil, promoting the soil's natural fertility. Tractor tillers allow working on large surfaces in reduced times, increasing the efficiency and productivity of agricultural operations.

• Clod crushing
• Mixing of crop residues
• Weed hoeing
• Working the soil between rows of vineyards, orchards, and olive groves, facilitating soil management without damaging plant roots.

Tractor tillers offer numerous advantages that make them indispensable for soil cultivation in agriculture. Here are some of the main benefits:

• Efficiency and time-saving: Tillers allow covering large areas in reduced times compared to manual methods. This allows completing soil preparation operations more quickly and efficiently, increasing the productivity of agricultural activities.
• Optimal soil cultivation: Tillers improve soil structure, making it softer and suitable for sowing. This work promotes better aeration and water infiltration, promoting optimal crop growth and reducing the risk of soil compaction.
• Adaptability to different soil types: Tillers are available in various widths and weights, allowing them to adapt to tractors of different sizes and powers. This adaptability makes them ideal for working in different agricultural contexts, from small gardens to large cultivated fields.
• Use in various agricultural contexts: Tillers are ideal for working between rows of vineyards, orchards, and olive groves. They allow managing the soil without damaging plant roots, improving agronomic management and facilitating crop maintenance operations.
• Incorporation of amendments and compost: Tillers help incorporate organic fertilizers and compost into the soil, promoting the soil's natural fertility. This is particularly useful in organic farming, where it is important to maintain a soil rich in nutrients without using chemical fertilizers.

Tractor tillers are divided into different types, each with specific characteristics that make them suitable for different contexts and uses.

Light agricultural tillers with fixed hitch are designed for small tractors. They are available in three widths: 105 cm, 125 cm, and 145 cm. The weight varies from 150 to 180 kg, making them easy to maneuver and ideal for light work.

These tillers are equipped with a standard fixed three-point hitch and are recommended for tractors with a power range of 15 to 40 HP. Despite the light structure, they offer high working efficiency thanks to the robustness of the materials used. The lower rotor is equipped with 4 blades per flange, suitable for light soils.

Light tractor tillers with manual shift are similar to tillers with fixed hitch, but include a manual shift device that allows working laterally to the tractor.

Available in the same widths (105 cm, 125 cm, and 145 cm) and with a weight between 150 and 180 kg, these tillers are suitable for tractors from 15 to 40 HP. The manual shift device makes them particularly useful in vineyards, orchards, and olive groves, allowing precise and close work to the plants. These tillers also mount a rotor with 4 blades per flange.

Medium tractor tillers with mechanical shift belong to the medium series and are equipped with a practical mechanical screw shift system, operable via a crank.

They are available in three widths: 132 cm, 150 cm, and 168 cm, with a weight ranging from 245 to 275 kg. Suitable for tractors from 25 to 55 HP, these tillers are ideal for medium-scale work. The reinforced rotor with 6 blades per flange ensures fine soil crushing, making it optimal for sowing.

Medium-heavy agricultural tillers with fixed hitch are designed for intensive work. Available in widths of 186 cm and 204 cm and with a weight of about 350 kg, these tillers are recommended for tractors from 45 to 75 HP.

They are equipped with a robust structure that allows them to withstand high stress during soil cultivation. The reinforced rotor with 6 blades per flange allows obtaining finely crushed soil, ideal for intensive crops.

Heavy agricultural tillers with hydraulic shift are designed for high-intensity work. Equipped with a hydraulic shift system, they allow adjusting the machine's position directly from the tractor controls.

Their heavy and robust structure makes them perfect for working on difficult soils, ensuring high working efficiency and superior work quality.

Agricultural tillers are characterized by technical specifications that determine their functionality and efficiency. Here is a detailed description of the main technical features:

The fixed three-point hitch to the tractor offers an economical and robust solution for connecting the tiller. This type of hitch ensures stability during soil cultivation, ensuring that the machine remains firmly anchored to the tractor even on uneven terrain.

• Manual: allows manually shifting the machine's body laterally. This system is particularly useful in vineyards, orchards, and olive groves where it is necessary to approach plants without damaging them.
• Hydraulic: allows lateral shift via tractor controls, facilitating the operation without the need to get off the tractor. This system offers greater precision and speed in changing the tiller's position.

The worm gear transmission transfers power from the tractor to the rotor, ensuring efficient operation. This type of transmission is robust and reliable, reducing the risk of breakdowns and minimizing the necessary maintenance.

• 4 blades per support: Tillers equipped with 4 blades per support are ideal for work on light soils. These blades ensure refined soil cultivation, crushing clods evenly and improving soil structure for sowing.
• 6 blades per support: Tillers with 6 blades per support are suitable for work on harder soils. The additional blades increase the capacity to crush the soil, achieving fine crushing even on compact soils or with crop residues. This type of configuration is ideal for preparing the soil for intensive crops, ensuring deep and homogeneous work.

The PTO shaft is supplied with the tiller and can be normal, with a safety bolt, or with a clutch, depending on operational needs. The PTO shaft transfers power from the tractor to the tiller, ensuring smooth and continuous operation.

The working width of tractor tillers varies from 80-85 cm to 210-215 cm. It is important that the working width is at least 15-20 cm greater than the tractor's width. This ensures that the tiller can work the soil beyond the width of the tractor wheels, facilitating edge finishing and working close to obstacles such as trees or poles.

When choosing a tractor tiller, it is essential to consider various factors to ensure that the product meets specific needs. Here are some key aspects to consider:

Agricultural tillers for tractors can be used at different intensity levels, although predominantly in professional contexts. For domestic or small-scale use, a light tiller with a fixed hitch might be sufficient. For more intensive work or on large surfaces, medium or heavy models with lateral shift options and a greater number of blades per support are recommended.

Here are some ideal customer profiles for tractor tillers and related purchase recommendations:

• Hobbyists and small farmers: Those cultivating small gardens or plots can opt for light tillers, easy to maneuver and sufficient for small-sized soils. Models with 4 blades per support are ideal for their ability to work less compact soils.
• Medium-sized farmers: For those managing vineyards, orchards, or medium-sized gardens, tillers with manual or mechanical shift offer greater versatility. Tillers with 6 blades per support are recommended for deeper and more homogeneous work.
• Agricultural professionals: Farmers working on large surfaces or in intensive farming contexts will benefit from medium-heavy or heavy tillers with hydraulic shift. These models ensure robustness and high efficiency, ideal for work on hard and compact soils.

• Tractor power: Ensure that the tiller is compatible with the tractor's power. Light models are suitable for tractors with lower power, while medium-heavy tillers require more powerful tractors.
• Number of blades per support: The choice between 4 or 6 blades per support depends on soil hardness and the desired type of work. More blades ensure finer and deeper work.
• Working width: Choose a working width suitable for the field size and tractor width to ensure optimal coverage and greater efficiency.

AgriEuro offers a selection of leading brands in the tractor tiller sector, known for their quality, reliability, and innovation. Here is a brief description of the main brands available:

• AgriEuro Premium tractor tillers: A brand offering high-quality tillers, designed to ensure robustness and long-lasting durability. Ideal for professional use.
• AgriEuro TOP-LINE tractor tillers: AgriEuro's top range, with tillers equipped with advanced features for maximum efficiency.
• BlackStone agricultural tillers: Offers versatile and easy-to-maintain models, suitable for both professional and domestic use.
• GeoTech agricultural tillers: Renowned for the robustness and reliability of its tillers, ideal for extreme working conditions.
• GreenBay tractor tillers: Known for innovation and material quality, offers a wide range of models with various accessories.

Buying a tractor tiller on AgriEuro offers numerous advantages thanks to the wide range of high-quality products, excellent customer support, and easy access to spare parts and accessories. Here is why to choose AgriEuro for your next purchase:

• Fast and free shipping: Managed by AgriEuro's logistics centers, ensuring fast delivery times and no additional costs.
• Spare parts always available: It is possible to order spare parts at any time, ensuring that your tiller remains always operational.
• Attentive and personalized after-sales assistance: A team of experts is available to provide technical support and tailored assistance for every need.

These services make the shopping experience on AgriEuro not only convenient but also reliable and safe. Do not hesitate to explore our selection of tractor tillers and find the perfect model for your needs.

The tractor tiller is an agricultural equipment used for soil cultivation. Its main function is to crush, mix, and level the soil, preparing it for sowing. The tiller acts on the soil clods by breaking compact blocks and creating a uniform surface.

• Soil preparation: The tiller makes the soil soft and suitable for sowing, improving aeration and water penetration.
• Weed elimination: During work, the tiller incorporates weeds into the soil, reducing their presence.
• Fertilizer incorporation: The tiller mixes organic and chemical fertilizers with the soil, promoting an even distribution of nutrients.
• Seedbed preparation: By leveling the soil, the tiller creates an ideal seedbed for uniform germination.

An agricultural tiller consists of a robust frame and a rotating shaft equipped with blades or tines. The rotary movement of the shaft is driven by the tractor's PTO. The blades cut and crush the soil while the rotary movement mixes and levels it.

• Frame: Supporting structure that connects the tiller to the tractor.
• Rotating shaft: Central element of the tiller on which the blades or tines are mounted.
• Blades or tines: Cutting tools that crush and mix the soil.
• PTO: System that transmits movement from the tractor to the rotating shaft.

When the tiller is in operation, the blades enter the soil, cutting and crushing clods. The worked soil is then remixed by the same blades, obtaining a soft and leveled surface. The efficiency of the tiller depends on the shaft's rotation speed and the tractor's forward speed.

Choosing the right tiller for the tractor requires evaluating several factors, including the size of the land, the type of crops, and soil characteristics. Here are some aspects to consider:

• Land size: For extensive lands, a tiller with a larger working width is advisable.
• Type of crops: Some crops require deeper and more accurate soil preparation.
• Soil characteristics: Clayey or compact soils require a tiller with greater power and resistance.
• Tractor power: The tiller must be compatible with the tractor's power to ensure efficient operation.

Using the tiller correctly with the tractor is essential to achieve a good result in soil preparation. Here are the main steps:

• Connecting to the tractor: Ensure that the tiller is correctly attached to the tractor via the three-point hitch system.
• Adjusting the working depth: Set the desired working depth using the adjustment levers.
• Starting the tractor: Start the tractor and activate the PTO to operate the tiller.
• Advancing: Proceed with the tractor at a constant speed, keeping the tiller in operation.
• Control: Monitor the tiller's work, ensuring that the soil is worked evenly.

The oil used in the tractor tiller is crucial to ensure optimal operation and long equipment life. The oil lubricates moving parts, reducing friction and wear.

• Gear oil: Mainly used in the tiller's gearbox. It must be a high-viscosity oil, generally SAE 80W-90 or SAE 85W-140, depending on the manufacturer's specifications.
• Hydraulic oil: Some tillers use hydraulic systems for depth and tilt control. In this case, a specific hydraulic oil, such as ISO VG 46 or ISO VG 68, is necessary.

Maintenance and oil check:

• Oil level check: Regularly check the oil level in the gearbox and hydraulic system.
• Oil replacement: Follow the manufacturer's instructions for periodic oil replacement. Generally, gear oil should be replaced every 500 working hours or annually.
• Visual inspection: Check the oil for signs of contamination, such as the presence of metal particles or a dark color. In case of contamination, replace the oil immediately.

Tilling a field with the tractor requires proper preparation and appropriate use of the tiller. Here are the fundamental steps:

• Field preparation: Remove any obstacles from the field, such as rocks, roots, and debris.
• Tiller connection: Ensure that the tiller is correctly attached to the tractor via the three-point hitch.
• Depth adjustment: Set the tiller's working depth based on soil type and cultivation needs.
• Starting the tractor: Turn on the tractor and activate the PTO to operate the tiller.
• Tilling the field: Proceed with the tractor at a constant speed, keeping the tiller in operation. Make parallel and overlapping passes to ensure uniform soil cultivation.
• Result check: Check the tilled soil to ensure it is well worked and free of large clods.

The rotation direction of the tiller is crucial for effective soil cultivation. The tiller must rotate to advance the worked soil behind it.

• Rotation direction: The tiller must rotate clockwise when viewed from the right side of the tractor. This movement allows the blades to cut the soil and push it towards the back of the tiller.
• Rotation effect: Clockwise rotation ensures that the soil is effectively crushed and mixed, creating a uniform and soft surface.

Tilling the soil should be done at specific times of the year to achieve the best results. The ideal period depends on the type of crop and climatic conditions.

• Spring: Before sowing spring crops, tilling prepares the soil, improving its structure and promoting germination.
• Autumn: After harvest, tilling helps incorporate crop residues into the soil, improving fertility and structure for the next season.
• Climatic conditions: Avoid tilling the soil when it is too wet to prevent the formation of compacted clods. It is preferable to till the soil when it is slightly moist for optimal work.

Soil tilling is an agricultural practice that serves to improve soil conditions for cultivation. This process involves crushing and mixing the soil, creating a favorable environment for plant growth.

• Improving soil structure: Tilling breaks compact soil clods, creating a softer and more friable structure. This promotes root penetration and soil aeration.
• Weed elimination: During tilling, weeds are incorporated into the soil, reducing their presence and competition with crops.
• Incorporation of crop residues: Tilling mixes previous crop residues into the soil, accelerating decomposition and improving soil fertility.
• Seedbed preparation: Tilling levels the soil, creating a uniform seedbed ideal for homogeneous plant germination.

Plowing and tilling are two soil cultivation techniques used in agriculture, each with distinct purposes and methods.

• Plowing: Plowing involves turning over large soil clods with a plow pulled by a tractor. Plowing works at a greater depth, generally between 20 and 30 centimeters. Mainly used to break compact soil, improve drainage, and incorporate crop residues deeply into the soil.
• Tilling: Tilling uses a rotary tiller to crush and mix the soil at shallower depths, usually between 10 and 20 centimeters. Works at a shallower depth than plowing. It serves to refine and level the soil, creating a soft and friable surface ideal for sowing.

The weight of a tractor tiller can vary significantly based on the size and specific model. However, some general estimates can be provided based on the most common types.

• Working width: Wider tillers tend to weigh more. A tiller with a working width of 1.5 meters can weigh between 300 and 400 kg, while a 3-meter tiller can exceed 700 kg.
• Type of tiller: Heavy tillers or those with additional accessories, such as compaction rollers, may have a greater weight.
• Construction: More robust and resistant materials increase the overall weight of the tiller.

The number of rotations an agricultural tiller can make is determined by the tractor's PTO and the tiller's configuration. The tractor's PTO is a key factor influencing the rotation speed of the tiller's shaft.

• Tractor PTO: Most tractor PTOs operate at a standard speed of 540 revolutions per minute (RPM) or 1000 RPM.
• Transmission ratio: Tillers can have different transmission ratios that modulate the blade rotation speed relative to the PTO speed. For example, with a PTO at 540 RPM, a tiller may have a ratio that allows the blades to rotate at a speed between 200 and 300 RPM.

Tiller and rotary hoe are both agricultural equipment used for soil cultivation, but they have significant differences in terms of structure, operation, and specific purposes.

Structure

• Tiller: Equipped with a series of blades mounted on a horizontal rotating shaft. The blades penetrate the soil and crush it into smaller clods.
• Rotary hoe: Uses a rotating shaft equipped with blades or tines that cut and mix the soil. Rotary hoes tend to have a more robust construction than tillers.

Operation

• Tiller: The blades work the soil more superficially, usually up to a depth of 10-15 cm. It is ideal for seedbed preparation and soil cultivation in horticulture.
• Rotary hoe: The blades of the rotary hoe can work the soil at a greater depth, up to 20-30 cm. The rotary hoe is more suitable for compact soils and soil preparation for extensive crop sowing.

Purposes

• Tiller: Mainly used for superficial soil cultivation, weed removal, and seedbed preparation in gardens and vegetable plots.
• Rotary hoe: Serves to crush soil clods, mix crop residues and fertilizers into the soil, and create a uniform surface for larger crop sowing.

No, it is not possible to buy used tractor tillers on AgriEuro. However, AgriEuro offers an outlet section where it is possible to find defective but perfectly functional equipment at discounted prices.