New generation fertiliser spreader from KUHNKUHN Farm Machinery has launched the second generation of its popular Axis fertiliser spreader range.The
Axis .2 series of fertiliser spreaders sees several improvements being
made to KUHN?s popular range of twin-disc mounted spreaders. Key
improvements include increased hopper capacities and a redesigned
chassis which offers up-rated payload capabilities. A new LED rear
lighting system is also included.The new range includes four models:Axis 20.2? 28 to 36 metre working width
? 1,000 to 2,300 litre hopper capacity
? increased payload: up from 2,100 kg to 2,300 kg
Axis 30.2 and 40.2

? 12 to 42 metre working width (up to 36 m for granulated urea)
? increased hopper capacity: up from 3,000 to 3,200 litres
? increased payload: up from 3,000 kg to 3,200 kg
Axis 50.2

? 18 to 50 metre working width
? two new hopper capacities: 3,200 and 4,200 litres (up from 3,000 and 4,000 litres)
? increased payload: up from 4,000 kg to 4,200 kg
The new spreaders are equipped with
wear resistant VXR+ coated spreading pallets as standard and use KUHN?s
CDA (Coaxial Distribution Adjustment) system for accurate metering at
high speeds.

The Axis .2 series also uses
KUHN?s EMC (Electronic Mass Control) technology to meter fertiliser flow
by measuring each spreading disc?s drive torque: fertiliser flow from
each disc is constantly measured and automatically adjusted to maintain a
precise application rate across the machine?s entire spreading width.

The EMC system is available in
two versions: the PTO powered M-EMC mechanical system, and the
hydraulically driven H-EMC version. The lower cost M-EMC version is
available on the Axis 20.2 and 40.2. The H-EMC version is available on
the Axis 40.2 and 50.2 models: the H-EMC system is unaffected by engine
speed and can operate at lower engine speeds for improved fuel
consumption.

All machines are equipped with
KUHN?s Varispread (VS) variable working width technology as standard ?
this can be controlled manually or by automatic GPS adjustment. VS 4
equipped machines (with manual drop point adjustment) have two sections
per side which are adjusted by progressive action metering outlets. VS 8
equipped machines (with electronic drop point adjustment) have four
spreading sections per side. VS 8 machines are also fitted with new high
speed cylinders which adjust the spreading width 2.5 times faster than
on previous models.

The new spreaders are all ISOBUS
compatible and can also be operated via KUHN?s own Quantron control
system ? the Quantron benefits from a large colour screen with all
functions including outlet opening, metering modulation, application
rate and drop-point adjustment, easy to control. KUHN?s 8.4? colour
touch-screen ISOBUS CCI 200 terminal which is pre-programmed with
spreading tables can also be used as an option. A suite of smartphone
applications which provide accurate spreading tables is also in
development.