Great Plains Grows PL Series Planter Line With New 60' Planter

This post is courtesy of Great Plains.

Great Plains has expanded its PL Series planter line with the new PL5905 model. Addressing the needs of large-acreage producers, the PL5905 planter is a 60' bulk fill planter that transports under 16' and holds 164 bu. of seed on board for maximum in-field productivity. Available in 15" and 30" row spacings and equipped with a dual-fan system, the PL5905 excels at planting traditional crops like soybeans and corn, as well as alternative seeds like hemp and canola.

At the heart of the PL5905 is the new 5005 Series row unit. The new 5005 Series row unit features 15", 4mm offset blades with triple-lip sealed bearings to ensure long life and accurate seed depth, helping contribute to more uniform stands. For enhanced durability and planter longevity, the PL5905 is built with new, ductile cast parallel arms and opener bodies with larger pivot bushings. Additionally, the PL5905 offers a choice of coulters and closing wheels to fit regional conditions and ensure seeds get off to the right start.

The new 5005 Series row units are compatible with practical technology, including the Great Plains AccuShot in-row fertilizer application system and Ag Leader’s SureForce hydraulic downforce technology, a dealer-installed option. Doug Jennings, Great Plains Tillage & Planter Product Manager, said, “Our focus on the PL5905 and other PL Series planters has been on adding value and practical technology for producers, like the precise placement of fertilizer with the AccuShot system and automatic downforce adjustments for changing planting conditions with Ag Leader’s SureForce technology.”

Like many of the other planters in the PL Series family, the PL5905 also uses a positive air metering system and features individual row control (IRC) electric drive, which helps producers implement variable-rate seeding, section control, and turn-row compensation to maximize efficiency and inputs. For added convenience, the PL5905 uses an ISO-6 control system and is compatible with all AEF-certified ISOBUS virtual terminals.

The Great Plains PL5905 is ideal for large operations who are looking to maximize in-field productivity with today’s practical technology.