Kelly Engineering Disc Mulch Chain
Kelly Engineering Disc Mulch Chain
- Conserve Moisture
- Mulch stubble
- Cut weeds
- Low cost paddock preparation
- Reduce herbicide use and reliance
- Establish and renovate pasture
- Plant coarse grains quickly and cost effectively.
- Reclaim pasture from buckbush and rolly polly weed invasion.
An innovation unique to Kelly Engineering is our Disc Mulching range of Chains. Designed initially for managing stubble residue, the disc chains are now used for everything from primary tillage to planting poppies.
The mulching chains are used with the primary aim of returning crop residue to the soil. They roll down stubble and chop and split it into smaller lengths allowing weathering and microbial breakdown to accelerate.
In the right soil types the mulching chains can cut up to 100% of weeds. The cost efficiency of this operation means that integrated weed management incorporating a full cut is once again a realistic proposition.
The chains also perform a valuable role in preparing a seedbed in fields that have been ploughed and left cloddy and rough.
Air Seeder kits for small seeds or coarse grains have been fitted and used to great effect. Large areas can be covered in a day very efficiently. Maximum use can be made of moisture establishing crops at optimum times to enhance yield potential.
Disc Chain
The mulching chains are made from heavy chain with plates welded to each link to form a gang of discs. The plate is hard wearing and heat treated for toughness and abrasion resistance. Concave discs make the chain aggressive and self sharpening while adding strength to the plates.
Frame
High grade RHS and plate are combined to produce a strong and durable frame. Sections include 150x100 RHS in 5 and 6 mm wall thickness. Over 70 different Profile and Laser cut plates are used to give strength, functionality and a professional appearance. The rugged and reliable frames have been strengthened and improved to withstand the extra stresses encountered with the Disc Chain.
Wheels
All new parts are used on our machines, including the tyres. The larger models, 50 & 60 run on15.5/80x24 lug tyres. The huge diameter gives a smooth and bounce free ride, minimal soil compaction and 12 plys of puncture resistance.
The 40 and 45 models run on 12.5/80x18 lug tyres. These tough wheels are also supplied as 12 plys. The wheel centres are heavy duty to withstand the to and fro work of Controlled Traffic farming.
Hydraulic Fold
Folding totally from tractor seat - user friendly.
All Models use two pairs of 1/2” ISO standard hydraulic couplings. Larger models incorporate a multi stage sequence valve to manage the folding and unfolding operations. The sequence valve has been upgraded to allow lower operating pressures and greater lifting capacity.
Optional
- PJ Green - Small Seed Air Seeder for spreading granulated chemicals or sowing small seeds.
- Special Build sizes to suit air seeder widths are available by negotiation.
- Integrated 2000 litre sprayer for soil-incorporated herbicides and for stubble treatment application.
- Gooseneck Pull for boom spray or land roller.
By purchasing both mulching and prickle chains the Kelly Diamond Frame is a versatile and cost effective implement.
Disc Harrow Specifications
| Model | 20 / 6m | 30 / 9m | 40 / 12m | 45 / 13m | 50 / 15m | 60 / 18m |
| Transport width | 3.2m | 4.0m | 4.1m | 4.1m | 5.0m | 5.0m |
| Transport height | 3.5m | 3.83m | 3.02m | 3.77m | 3.5m | 3.81m |
| Transport length | 13.9m | 15.4m | 16.1m | 15.4m | 16.1m | 17.5m |
| Approx. Minimum Power Requirement (KW)* | 55 | 75 | 100 | 120 | 160 | 210 |
* Power requirement varies dramatically with soil conditions. Values given are an approximate guide. In soils where penetration is likely to be minimal, less power will be required. In cultivated soil or very soft soils more power may be required.
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All specifications are subject to change without notice and in no way infer an obligation to make any changes retrospective.