Model Numbers
3P500, 3P500V, 3P600 |
Product Description
5' & 6' Mounted Min-Till Compact Drills
Designed for tight areas where big drills simply don’t fit, these 5' (1.52m) and 6' (1.83m) Min-Till Drills from Great Plains are ideal for seeding food plots, orchards, and vineyards. Offered with ground-driven meters, they are excellent for seeding into both fully prepared seedbeds or minimum tillage plots.
The 3P500 and 3P600 feature 4-speed gearboxes for fast seed rate changes. Seed box capacity ranges from 8.5 bushel to 12 bushel (300-423L), depending on model. By adding an optional small seeds box to the 3P500 or 3P600 models, two different seeds can be planted at the same time.
All models are equipped with rugged 00 Series Openers, which provide accurate and consistent seed placement. 00 Openers have 7" (18cm) of stagger, allowing residue to easily flow through the unit. Inside the opener, the full length seed tube gently guides the seed all the way to the bottom of the trench while the seed flap ensures the seed stays in place, eliminating the “seed bounce” experienced with competitive drills. The trailing press wheels maintain proper opener depth, close the seed trench, and firm the seed into the soil. T-handles quickly adjust the press wheels and allow for small incremental changes in planting depth.
Other features found on these models include a highly visible seed level indicator, reliably accurate fluted feed cups, and V-bottom inserts in the bottom of the seed box that enhance seed flow to the meters. Seed calibration is easy with the convenient calibration crank, and watertight lids stay open for easy filling, while splash guards on the small seeds box prevent seed loss. |
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Product Features |
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Category I & II Hitch
Offers easy 3-point mounting on various types of tractors. |
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4-SPEED GEARBOX
Changing seed rates is quick and effortless with these permanently lubricated, sealed gearboxes. |
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T-Handle Opener Depth Adjustment
Provides 18 different positions for accurate depth control. |
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Press Wheel Choices
Choose either 3"x13" double rib*, 3"x13" center rib, or 2"x13" smooth press wheels. |
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Heavy-Duty Coil Springs
Offer a range of 90 to 180 lbs. of consistent down pressure on openers. |
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Fluted Seed Cups
With powdered metal flutes, these 1¾" seed cups deliver outstanding accuracy. |
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Center-Mounted Drive Wheel
Eight settings allow the height of the ground drive wheel to be repositioned as needed. |
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00 Series Opener
00 Series openers provide accurate and consistent seed placement. 00 Openers have 7" of stagger, allowing residue to easily flow through the unit. Inside the opener, the full-length seed tube gently guides the seed all the way to the bottom of the trench while the seed flap ensures the seed stays in place, eliminating the “seed bounce” experienced with competitive drills. The trailing press wheels maintain proper opener depth, close the seed trench, and firm the seed into the soil. |
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Specifications |
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MODEL INFO |
5' Mounted |
5' Mounted |
6' Mounted |
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MODELS |
3P500 |
3P500V |
3P600 |
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PRIMARY DESIGN |
Min-Till |
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ROW SPACINGS |
6" (15.24 cm)
7.5" (19.05 cm) |
6" (15.24 cm)
7.25" (18 cm)
7.5" (19.05 cm) |
6" (15.24 cm)
7.5" (19.05 cm) |
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NUMBER OF OPENERS |
9 - 6" spacing
7 - 7.5" spacing |
9 - 6" spacing
8 - 7.25" spacing
7 - 7.5" spacing |
11 - 6" spacing
9 - 7.5" spacing |
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TIRE SIZE |
5.70Lx8 |
5.70Lx8 |
5.70Lx8 |
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ENGINE HP REQUIREMENTS (min) |
35+ |
35+ |
40+ |
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WEIGHT (Approx.) |
1,170 - 1,370 lbs* |
1,100 - 1,300 lbs* |
1,466 - 1,586 lbs* |
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DIMENSIONS |
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WORKING WIDTH |
52.5" (1.33 m) |
52.5" - 58"(1.33 - 1.4 m) |
67.5" (1.71 m) |
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WIDTH |
59.3" (1.5 m) |
58" (1.47 m) |
74.1" (1.9 m) |
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LENGTH (transport) |
57" (145 cm) |
57" (145 cm) |
57" (145 cm) |
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CLEARANCE (transport) |
Varies by Tractor |
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HEIGHT (transport) |
Varies by Tractor |
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OPENER INFO |
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OPENER SERIES |
00 Series |
00 Series |
00 Series |
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OPENER TRAVEL |
6.5" (16.51 cm) |
6.5" (16.51 cm) |
6.5" (16.51 cm) |
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OPENER DEPTH RANGE |
0-3.5" (0-8.89 cm) |
0-3.5" (0-8.89 cm) |
0-3.5" (0-8.89 cm) |
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OPENER DOWN PRESSURE |
90-180 lbs (40.82-81.64 kg) |
90-180 lbs (40.82-81.64 kg) |
90-180 lbs (40.82-81.64 kg) |
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COULTER |
N/A |
N/A |
N/A |
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COULTER PRE-LOAD |
N/A |
N/A |
N/A |
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CAPACITIES |
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MAIN BOX CAPACITY |
10 bu. (352L) |
8.5 bu. (300L) |
12 bu. 423L) |
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SMALL SEED BOX |
1 bu. (35L) |
N/A |
1 bu. (35L) |
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NATIVE GRASS BOX |
N/A |
N/A |
N/A |
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FERTILIZER |
N/A |
N/A |
N/A |
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2ND MAIN BOX |
N/A |
N/A |
N/A |
| * Weights based on 7-1/2" row spacing with main seedbox only. Weights will vary with options. |
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