Great Plains’ new narrow-transport ​​VT1110 Turbo-Max and HT1110 Terra-Max

Great Plains has announced narrow-transport versions of its Turbo-Max vertical tillage and the Terra-Max hybrid tillage tools. 

“The narrow transport versions are going to fit customers — whether they're in the Northeast or the Midwest — close to a city with suburban sprawl,” says Tony Wisker, vice president of sales and marketing for Great Plains. “If they have those kinds of pressures, this machine will fit them better than the full size version.”

The 20- and 25-foot versions of the VT1110 Turbo-Max and HT1110 Terra-Max tillage tools have been updated to fold to transport under 12 feet wide, while maintaining the same features as the full-size versions. 

“The new VT1110 Turbo-Max and the new HT1110 Terra-Max bring new narrow-transport options to producers who face challenges navigating congested or narrow spaces,” says Doug Jennings, tillage and planter product manager for Great Plains. “With these new models, producers with larger horsepower tractors can still maximize efficiency while maintaining a narrow profile.” 

Buyers can customize the finishing attachments for the VT1110 and HT1110 to best meet their soil conditions. Farmers can choose between single finishing reels, or double finishing reels for heavier, moist soil. Both options can be built with round or flat bars. Rolling spike harrows to create a level seedbed, and chopper reels to bury residue are also available.

Both models are compatible with Great Plains’ Implement Command system which allows operators to set, adjust, and monitor the implement in real time from the tractor cab. The two models have similarities, but Jennings highlighted the HT1110’s versatility, while customers looking for “true” vertical tillage should go with the VT1110.

VT1110 Turbo-Max

The VT1110 Turbo-Max is built to aid in vertical tillage, including making improvements to soil health, water infiltration, and nutrient absorption, as well as creating high-quality seedbeds. Farmers can choose between 20-inch Turbo blades for heavily textured or rocky soil, or optional 22-inch blades for lighter soils with a working depth greater than 3 inches. The gang angles are hydraulically adjustable from 0° to 6°.

HT1110 Terra-Max

The HT1110 Terra-Max is designed for versatility as a hybrid tillage tool, capable of variable-intensity tillage and adapting to seasonal conditions. The implement’s 20-inch TurboSpeed blades are spaced 7.5 inches apart, and have a scalloped profile to drive through soil. The front gangs are hydraulically adjustable from 0° to 8°, and rear gangs adjust proportionally from 0° to 6°. 

Availability

The VT1110 Turbo-Max and HT1110 Terra-Max tillage tools will begin production this summer with delivery expected in the fall. Pricing information is available about Great Plains dealerships. For more information, visit GreatPlainsAg.com.