Back in November, Amazone announced to the continental press an addition to its plough range in the form of the Teres 200 mounted reversible plough, suitable for medium hp tractors up to 200hp.
This model has now been released here in Ireland and it comes with either shear-bolt or hydraulic protection in either four or five furrow versions. Both have hydraulic furrow width adjustment as standard.
The Teres 200 is equipped with SpeedBlade plough bodies, which have a patented extra-large front shin on the mouldboard.
Reduced wear
This is said to ensures significantly less wear on the main body for when the working speed is increased the main wear point shifts further back towards the centre of the plough body keeping the main wear point on the enlarged front shin of the mouldboard.
Amazone states that by this action only the front shin of the mouldboard will need replacing, significantly reducing wear costs over the ploughing season.
Another design detail, is that the point covers the wing, meaning the joint is protected by the point, discouraging the capture of stubble trash or baler twine.
The wide furrow clearance is said to be another big plus of the SpeedBlade plough bodies, as extra room is needed for the wider tractor tyres that are gaining in popularity over the past few years.
Teres 200 adjustment
The Teres 200 is fitted with infinitely variable hydraulic working width adjustment and front furrow adjustment as standard.
This allows the front furrow to be adjusted conveniently from the cab, as well as being adapted to suit varying soils and when working on slopes.
The AutoAdapt automatic front furrow adjustment offers an advantage in terms of both comfort and precision for the front furrow is automatically adjusted when the total working width is changed.
Choice of depth wheel
Depth adjustment is carried out either mechanically or hydraulically via a pendulum support wheel or combi support wheel. Various tyre sizes and profiles are available for precise depth control.
Being designed for medium sized tractors weight is an important consideration and the 120 x 120 x 10 mm square section beam is said to give the Teres a high level of rigidity whilst being easy to lift.
The bearing-mounted cross-shaft with integrated lower link balls ensures low levels of wear and so increases durability. Thanks to the integrated mounts, the longevity of the cross shaft should be increased on account of the larger diameter.
