As an alternative to the Maestro SV series that comes standard with the HORSCH AirVac metering system, the new Maestro SP series combines our proven pull type planter platforms with integrated technology from Precision Planting taking your planting to the next level! Our industry leading seed and fertilizer capacities maximize your planting window, our legendary chassis systems with pioneering weight transfer technology aid to eliminate yield robbing pinch rows plus provide a stable toolbar for row unit downforce, and our globally proven row unit design can now come factory equipped with Precision Planting technology including the Gen III 2020 monitor, vSet meters with vDrive, Delta Force, Wave Vision, Speed Tube and Clean Sweep. The ultimate planter platform with capacity for maximizing planted acres per day, maintaining seedbed and furrow integrity, while having a complete systems approach to pin-point seed placement…now configured with Precision Planting technology is ready for you to take planting to the next level.
Timing
For spring planted crops, no matter where in the world, there is a 10-14 day planting window of opportunity to secure maximum yield potentials. If crop is planted after that optimum window yield losses will result not because of fertility, seed variety, or planter brand but simply because of the calendar. The Maestro SP planter chassis is designed with this in mind. Capacity is key in securing more planted acres per day especially when in variable field conditions. Large seed and liquid fertilizer carrying capacities allow for more planting time and less filling time. Pending seedbed conditions, planting speed can be increased beyond normal speeds to capitalize further on more planted acres per day within the optimum window.
Seed Placement
Precise seed depth placement has significant impact on yields, both positive and negative. Placing each seed at a proper depth, into moisture, and properly closing the furrow promotes rapid germination along with uniform emergence. This is a fundamental key in setting the stage for maximum yield potentials. Shallow placed seed often has higher mortality or delayed emergence due to lack of moisture. Seed placed too deep can become victim to cold soil temperatures, experience delayed emergence, and fall behind in yield potential. Precise seed placement is a full system approach in the Maestro SP. To place a seed precisely first starts with stabilizing the toolbar, the weight transfer system on the Maestro SP distributes the chassis weight over the width of the toolbar, thus stabilizing it. With each row unit featuring standard hydraulic downforce, the row unit can be engaged into the soil with up to 770 pounds of downforce without worry of the toolbar lifting. Beyond keeping the row unit secured at desired depth, the disc opener of the row unit must be kept consistently and at a perpendicular angle to maintain a proper seed furrow. Solid parallel arm shaft design on front of the row unit ensures the row unit maintains a consistent perpendicular engagement angle.
Furrow Integrity
Maintaining uniform soil structure at planting time gives each seed equal chance to reach maximum yield potential. If soil structure is restrictive, the crop yield is restricted. The Maestro SP uses large tires with a light soil footprint along with the weight transfer system to minimize compaction on headlands and aid in eliminating pinch rows. Pinch row compaction can have significant yield impacts, especially in wet planting seasons. Eliminating this compacted zone secures your maximum potential yields. Another advantage with the large tires is maneuverability in variable soil conditions. Compaction will be significantly reduced while maneuvering in the field.
Advantages
- Complete concept for maximizing planted acres per day, precision seed placement, along with maintaining uniform and consistent seedbed soil structure.
- Largest seed / fertilizer carrying capacities available in the market today.
- Up to 249 bushel seed carrying capacity (pending model).
- Up to 1225 gallons of liquid fertilizer capacity (pending model).
- Global industry first and leading technology in electric meter drives, weight transfer, and hydraulic downforce technologies.
- Electric drive meters precisely singulate seed while having the ability for variable rate planting, individual row shutoff and curve compensation.
- Chassis system designed for large product carrying capacity while having a light footprint.
- Lightest soil footprint in the industry – large diameter tires, large footprint, low tire psi.
- Light soil footprint in combination with weight transfer system aids in elimination of yield robbing pinch rows.
- Weight transfer system stabilizes the toolbar, thus resulting in superior stabilization of row units for precise depth control.
- More high performance features as standard equipment than any other planter on the market.
- ISOBUS implement control allows use of industry or HORSCH virtual terminals for planter operation and precision farming tasks.
Conversion between 15 and 30 inch row spacing on splitter models is easily accomplished via hydraulic cylinders.
Row Unit Composition
The HORSCH Maestro SP utilizes the strongest built row unit in the industry, which has been proven globally for superior agronomic performance, low maintenance, and low wear characteristics. Several key design parameters ensure long life of the row unit along with precision placement. Parallelogram design integrity is absolutely necessary for precise, consistent, perpendicular engagement of the double disc opener. Indexed depth setting which eliminates the need to “calibrate” each row for depth and ensures precise seed placement. Precision machined row bodies with hydraulic downforce result in consistent singulation and ride quality keeping the meter steady, and the seed release tried and true.
Industry first and industry leading frame weight distribution system aids in eliminating pinch rows, along with stabilizing the toolbar. This feature ensures the toolbar stays parallel to the seedbed no matter the row unit downforce required. This technology eliminates additional weight needed on the wings to hold wings down. Also, when using hydraulic downforce on the row unit, a stable and firm positioned toolbar is needed to apply downforce. Downforce can be adjusted in-cab or automatically on-the-fly through the AutoForce System. The hydraulics eliminate the chatter and bounce to the row unit caused by other downforce systems with springs or other competitive technologies. By creating a smooth ride, singulation integrity is preserved and the row unit maintains downforce and precise soil engagement for consistent seed depth placement.
Capacity
The Maestro SP series is a complete high-efficiency planting concept built from the ground up for capacity and increased planted acres per day. Its industry leading seed and liquid fertilizer capacity (166/249 bushel seed) (725/1225 gallon liquid) contributes to more time planting and less time filling. Available with the Maestro SP Deluxe is an additional saddle tank option supplying an additional 500 gallons of liquid capacity. The Maestro SP planter has been a globally proven concept to achieve more planted acres per day than same or larger size competitive planters. By maximizing planted acres per day and the planting window of opportunity, Maestro SP secures maximum yield potentials.
Precision Planting
20|20 monitor - You cannot change what you cannot see. Let the 20|20 system lead you to better decisions as it monitors, controls, and diagnoses your field conditions and equipment performance in real-time.
vSet - Traditional seed meters need continual adjustment to plant accurately which leads to skips, doubles, and ultimately, lost yield. vSet seed meters singulate seeds accurately without any adjustments resulting in perfect seed placement throughout your field.
vDrive - Mechanical drive systems require costly and time-consuming maintenance. vDrive is a maintenance-free electric drive system that lets you breeze through planting without the headaches of a mechanical drive system.
DeltaForce - Running a single downforce setting across an entire field causes yield loss because the setting is rarely correct. DeltaForce is an automated row by row downforce control system that measures and adjusts downforce every time there is variability in your field, so your crops will thrive for optimal yields.
WaveVision - Traditional seed sensors count dust and seed, giving you inaccurate population counts and that uneasy feeling of not knowing if you can believe your planter monitor. WaveVision is a seed sensor that counts only seeds and not dust, giving you confidence that the population you see on your monitor is the population that you’re planting.
SpeedTube - Most planting seasons have weather challenges that make it difficult to plant all your fields in ideal conditions. SpeedTube is a seed delivery system that allows you to double your planting speed without sacrificing performance. You’ll have a sense of accomplishment when the rain comes and your planter is already back in the shed.
SpeedTube Closeup
CleanSweep - Setting row cleaners correctly is time-consuming and frustrating. CleanSweep allows you to make row cleaner adjustments from the cab, eliminating the frustration of getting row cleaners set, saving you time while planting.
CleanSweep Controller
CleanSweep Tank
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
| Maestro SP | 2420 Liquid | 2430 Seed Only | 2430 Liquid | 3115 Liquid |
| Fold | Front Fold | Front Fold | Front Fold | Front Fold |
| Total Weight | 27,000 lb | 29,000 lb | 29,000 lb | 27,000 lb |
| Axle Weight | 21566 lb | 23164 lb | 23164 lb | 21566 lb |
| Hitch Weight | 5,434 lb | 5,836 lb | 5,836 lb | 5,434 lb |
| Wheel Base | 24 ft | 27 ft 6 in | 27 ft 6 in | 20 ft |
| Transport Width: Singles(Duals)[Tracks] | (15 ft 3 in)[13 ft 10 in] | 12 ft 6 in (17 ft 6 in) | 12 ft 6 in (17 ft 6 in) | 12 ft 6 in (17 ft 6 in) |
| Shipping Width Minus Tires (Duals)[Tracks] | (12 ft 9 in)[13 ft 10 in] | 11 ft 9 in (13 ft 4 in) | 11 ft 9 in (13 ft 4 in) | 11 ft 9 in (13 ft 4 in) |
| Shipping Height Minus Tires | 12 ft 4 in | 12 ft 4 in | 12 ft 4 in | 12 ft 8 in |
| Transport Height | 13 ft 5 in | 13 ft 6 in | 13 ft 6 in | 13 ft 5 in |
| Transport Length | 33 ft 6 in | 33 ft 10 in | 33 ft 10 in | 27 ft |
| Toolbar Size | 10 in x 8 in | 10 in x 8 in | 10 in x 8 in | 10 in x 8 in |
| Seed Tank Size | 2 - 83 Bushel (166 Bushel) | 3 - 83 Bushel (249 Bushel) | 2 - 83 Bushel (166 Bushel) | 2 - 83 Bushel (166 Bushel) |
| Fertilizer Tank Size | 730 gal | N/A | 730 gal | 730 gal |
| Pump Size | 92 GPM Max | 92 GPM Max | 92 GPM Max | 92 GPM Max |
| Pump Type | Hydraulic | Hydraulic | Hydraulic | Hydraulic |
| Wing Flex | Down 3 Deg, Up 20 Deg | Up/Down 10 Degree | Up/Down 10 Degree | Down 3 Deg, Up 20 Deg |
| Parallel Arm Length | 14-3/8 in | 14-3/8 in | 14-3/8 in | 14-3/8 in (22-3/8 in) |
| Parallel Arm Thickness | 7/16 in | 7/16 in | 7/16 in | 7/16 in |
| Row Unit Travel | 10 in | 10 in | 10 in | 10 in (15-3/8") |
| Opener Disc Angle | 12 Degree | 12 Degree | 12 Degree | 12 Degree |
| Opener Disc Diameter | 15 in | 15 in | 15 in | 15 in |
| Opener Disc Thickness | 3.5mm | 3.5mm | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Opener Bearing Type | Double Ball Bearing | Double Ball Bearing | Double Ball Bearing | Double Ball Bearing |
| Service Points | 126 | 102 | 102 | 130 |
| Number-Size of Tires Transport | 4-IF380/90R46 | 2-520/85R42 (4-520/85R42) | 2-520/85R42 (4-520/85R42) | 2-520/85R42 (4-520/85R42) |
| Number/Size of Tires Wings | 2-14.9-25 | 2-600/55-22.5 | 2-600/55-22.5 | 2-14.9-27 |
| Row width Configurations | 20 in | 30 in | 30 in | 30 in/15 in |
| Hydraulic Requirements | 50 GPM | 50 GPM | 50 GPM | 50 GPM |
| Electronic Requirements | 50 Amps | 50 Amps | 50 Amps | 64 Amps |
| Max Down Pressure | 770 lb | 770 lb | 770 lb | 770 lb |
| Maestro SP | 3215 Liquid | 3620 Liquid | 3620 Seed Only | 3622 Seed Only | 3622 Liquid |
| Fold | Front Fold | Front Fold | Front Fold | Front Fold | Front Fold |
| Total Weight | 27,500 lb | 37,000 lb | 37,000 lb | 37,800 lb | 37,800 lb |
| Axle Weight | 21966 lb | 29554 lb | 29554 lb | 30193 lb | 30193 lb |
| Hitch Weight | 5,534 lb | 7,446 lb | 7,446 lb | 7,607 lb | 7,607 lb |
| Wheel Base | 20 ft | 27 ft 6 in | 27 ft 6 in | 27 ft 6 in | 27 ft 6 in |
| Transport Width: Singles(Duals)[Tracks] | (12 ft 6 in ) [17 ft 6 in] | (15 ft 3 in) | (15 ft 3 in) | (16 ft) | (16 ft) |
| Shipping Width Minus Tires (Duals)[Tracks] | 11' 9" (13' 4") | 11‘ 9“ (13‘ 4“) | 11‘ 9“ (13‘ 4“) | 11‘ 9“ (13‘ 4“) | 11‘ 9“ (13‘ 4“) |
| Shipping Height Minus Tires | 12 ft 8 in | 12 ft 4 in | 12 ft 4 in | 12 ft 4 in | 12 ft 4 in |
| Transport Height | 13 ft 5 in | 13 ft 1 in | 13 ft 1 in | 13 ft 2 in | 13 ft 2 in |
| Transport Length | 27 ft | 33 ft 9 in | 33 ft 9 in | 35 ft 9 in | 35 ft 9 in |
| Toolbar Size | 10 in x 8 in | 10 in x 8 in | 10 in x 8 in | 10 in x 8 in | 10 in x 8 in |
| Seed Tank Size | 2 - 83 Bushel (166 Bushel) | 2 - 83 Bushel (166 Bushel) | 3 - 83 Bushel (249 Bushel) | 3 - 83 Bushel (249 Bushel) | 2 - 83 Bushel (166 Bushel) |
| Fertilizer Tank Size | 730 gal | 730 gal | N/A | N/A | 730 gal |
| Pump Size | 92 GPM Max | 92 GPM Max | 92 GPM Max | 92 GPM Max | 92 GPM Max |
| Pump Type | Hydraulic | Hydraulic | Hydraulic | Hydraulic | Hydraulic |
| Wing Flex | Down 3 Deg, Up 20 Deg | Up/Down 10 Degree | Up/Down 10 Degree | Up/Down 10 Degree | Up/Down 10 Degree |
| Parallel Arm Length | 14-3/8 in (22-3/8 in) | 14-3/8 in | 14-3/8 in | 14-3/8 in | 14-3/8 in |
| Parallel Arm Thickness | 7/16 in | 7/16 in | 7/16 in | 7/16 in | 7/16 in |
| Row Unit Travel | 10 in (15-3/8 in) | 10 in | 10 in | 10 in | 10 in |
| Opener Disc Angle | 12 Degree | 12 Degree | 12 Degree | 12 Degree | 12 Degree |
| Opener Disc Diameter | 15 in | 15 in | 15 in | 15 in | 15 in |
| Opener Disc Thickness | 3.5mm | 3.5mm | 3.5mm | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Opener Bearing Type | Double Ball Bearing | Double Ball Bearing | Double Ball Bearing | Double Ball Bearing | Double Ball Bearing |
| Service Points | 132 | 130 | 130 | 130 | 130 |
| Number-Size of Tires Transport | 2-520/85R42 (4-520/85R42) | 4-IF380/90R46 | 4-IF380/90R46 | 4-IF380/90R46 | 4-IF380/90R46 |
| Number/Size of Tires Wings | 2-14.9-24 | 2-600/55R22.5 | 2-600/55R22.5 | 2-600/55R22.5 | 2-600/55R22.5 |
| Row width Configurations | 30 in/15 in | 20 in | 20 in | 22 in | 22 in |
| Hydraulic Requirements | 50 GPM | 50 GPM | 50 GPM | 50 GPM | 50 GPM |
| Electronic Requirements | 65 Amps | 90 Amps | 90 Amps | 90 Amps | 90 Amps |
| Max Down Pressure | 770 lb | 770 lb | 770 lb | 770 lb | 770 lb |
| Maestro SP | 4715 Liquid | 4715 Seed Only | 4815 Liquid | 4815 Seed Only |
| Fold | Front Fold | Front Fold | Front Fold | Front Fold |
| Total Weight | 44,000 lb | 44,000 lb | 44,500 lb | 44,500 lb |
| Axle Weight | 34,500 lb | 34,500 lb | 35,000 lb | 35,000 lb |
| Hitch Weight | 9500 lb | 9500 lb | 9500 lb | 9500 lb |
| Wheel Base | 27 ft 6 in | 27 ft 6 in | 27 ft 6 in | 27 ft 6 in |
| Transport Width: Singles(Duals)[Tracks] | (17 ft 5 in)[14 ft 7 in] | (17 ft 5 in)[14 ft 7 in] | (17 ft 5 in)[14 ft 7 in] | (17 ft 5 in)[14 ft 7 in] |
| Shipping Width Minus Tires (Duals)[Tracks] | 13 ft 11 in | 13 ft 11 in | 13 ft 11 in | 13 ft 11 in |
| Shipping Height Minus Tires | 13 ft | 13 ft | 13 ft | 13 ft |
| Transport Height | 14 ft 2 in | 14 ft 2 in | 14 ft 2 in | 14 ft 2 in |
| Transport Length | 35 ft 9 in | 35 ft 9 in | 35 ft 9 in | 35 ft 9 in |
| Toolbar Size | 10 in x 8 in | 10 in x 8 in | 10 in x 8 in | 10 in x 8 in |
| Seed Tank Size | 2 - 83 Bushel (166 Bushel) | 3 - 83 Bushel (249 Bushel) | 2 - 83 Bushel (166 Bushel) | 3 - 83 Bushel (249 Bushel) |
| Fertilizer Tank Size | 730 gal | N/A | 730 gal | N/A |
| Pump Size | 92 GPM Max | 92 GPM Max | 92 GPM Max | 92 GPM Max |
| Pump Type | Hydraulic | Hydraulic | Hydraulic | Hydraulic |
| Wing Flex | Up/Down 7 Degree | Up/Down 7 Degree | Up/Down 7 Degree | Up/Down 7 Degree |
| Parallel Arm Length | 14-3/8 in (22-3/8 in) | 14-3/8 in (22-3/8 in) | 14-3/8 in (22-3/8 in) | 14-3/8 in (22-3/8 in) |
| Parallel Arm Thickness | 7/16 in | 7/16 in | 7/16 in | 7/16 in |
| Row Unit Travel | 10 in (15-3/8 in) | 10 in (15-3/8 in) | 10 in (15-3/8 in) | 10 in (15-3/8 in) |
| Opener Disc Angle | 12 Degree | 12 Degree | 12 Degree | 12 Degree |
| Opener Disc Diameter | 15 in | 15 in | 15 in | 15 in |
| Opener Disc Thickness | 3.5mm | 3.5mm | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Opener Bearing Type | Double Ball Bearing | Double Ball Bearing | Double Ball Bearing | Double Ball Bearing |
| Service Points | 196 | 196 | 200 | 200 |
| Number-Size of Tires Transport | 4-IF520/75R46CFO | 4-IF520/75R46CFO | 4-IF520/75R46CFO | 4-IF520/75R46CFO |
| Number/Size of Tires Wings | 2-600/55R22.5 | 2-600/55R22.5 | 2-600/55R22.5 | 2-600/55R22.5 |
| Row width Configurations | 30 in/15 in | 30 in/15 in | 30 in/15 in | 30 in/15 in |
| Hydraulic Requirements | 70 GPM | 70 GPM | 70 GPM | 70 GPM |
| Electronic Requirements | 120 Amps | 120 Amps | 120 Amps | 120 Amps |
| Max DownPressure | 770 lb | 770 lb | 770 lb | 770 lb |
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