The Roe’s run an extensive tillage farm in Ballacolla, Laoise and had used Rabe Power Harrows up to last year. “We were up in Hegarty’s and liked the look of the Kverneland” said Clifford. “We had the “S” Drill on a Rabe Power Harrow before, but changed this time -- really because of the make and look of the machine.” “We run two ES five furrow ploughs and know the quality of KV gear”
“I think” he said “that you should recommend this model to all contractors. The lighter “H” Model looks almost as heavy but we know from experience that in tough conditions like ours, we need the strongest quality available. This “S” Model has proved just right for us. We’ve done around 500 acres since we bought it with no stops at all. The tines are great -- real heavy duty and easy to take off if you have to”
“All you need to do is have a look at the top link attachment point—that’s heavy duty plating—the whole thing is rugged and holds the drill well. We use the John Deere 6830 for this operation -- plenty of power and well matched to the Power Harrow. The heavy packer roller leaves a nice finish as well. We’re very happy with our new choice”.
The Drill has done around 1200 acres so far—“we like it because of the tank size -- easy to fill with big bags as well!”
Weather plays such an important role in everyday farming. I left the Roe’s to finish off this field. “Still some straw bales to get in” said Garry, that’s the next job.
