Variable gang angle adjustments and now with 30- and 34-foot widths to meet a wider range of operations and soil management practices
The VT-Flex™ 435 vertical tillage tool is the go-to choice for producers looking to manage their residue effectively with easy, on-the-go gang angle adjustments — whether using conservation or conventional tillage practices. Now producers can choose from more sizes — including 30- and 34- foot options — that make sizing, cutting and mixing residue and preserving soil for each season even more productive. The 30- and 34- foot models come with hydraulic in-cab control of gang angles, optional TigerPaw™ Crumbler® with hydraulics or spring down pressure and an optional rear hitch. The VT-Flex 435 vertical tillage tool is now available in seven configurations — 11, 15, 20, 23, 25, 30 or 34 feet — to match the needs of a wide range of operations and tractor horsepower requirements (110 to 400 horsepower).
The VT-Flex vertical tillage tool offers simple, variable gang angle adjustments, allowing producers to meet the soil management needs of their fields with greater flexibility and precision. With adjustments that can be performed on-the-go and a rugged, durable design built to withstand harsh conditions, this vertical tillage tool is ideal for mixed farms and small to midsize grain operations to large operations using conventional or conservation tillage practices.
“The VT-Flex 435 was initially designed to serve producers with varying residue coverage needs and to accommodate conservation tillage practices,” said CJ Parker, Case IH tillage marketing manager. “This vertical tillage tool delivers fast and easy gang angle adjustments on-the-go, and the expansion of the size offerings of the VT-Flex 435 truly provides producers with the options needed to meet their desired field finish and residue management goals.”
Flexible and agronomic soil management
Agronomic flexibility is a core design feature of the VT-Flex 435 vertical tillage tool, which helps producers achieve optimal field conditions with simple, variable gang angle adjustments. Gang angles are mechanically or hydraulically adjustable from zero to 12 degrees to match the operator’s desired field finish and deliverdual-season capabilities. A single-point hydraulic depth control offers operators quick and easy adjustments in various fields and conditions. From the tractor cab, operators can adjust the front gangs independently from the rear gangs to further vary residue coverage and field finish. Additionally, 20-inch, shallow concavity fluted blades help cut reside at shallow gang angles, cutting and mixing reside with soil for faster breakdown.
Equipped with a TigerPaw Crumbler roller, the VT-Flex 435 vertical tillage tool produces uniform clod sizing and residue distribution for an optimal field finish. A standard walking tandem design on the main frame and wings provides balance and stability, reducing soil compaction while providing optimal depth control. The 30- and 34-foot units now feature an optional in-cab hydraulic down pressure control for the TigerPaw Crumbler roller for further adjustments in adverse conditions.
On-the-go adjustments to cover more ground in less time
Making the most of time spent in the field is an essential consideration for producers — which is why the VT-Flex 435 vertical tillage tool is designed to maximize in-field productivity. Hydraulic gang angle control is a standard feature on the 30- and 34-foot models and is optional on the 15-to 25-foot models, allowing operators to seamlessly adjust the tillage tool while continuing to cover more acres at speeds of 6 to 9 mph.
With 1- to 4-inch depth capabilities, the VT-Flex 435 vertical tillage tool offers single-point hydraulic depth control for quick and easy adjustments in various field conditions. A front T-hitch design allows tight, efficient turning when space is at a premium. The 30- and 34-foot models have the option of a rear hitch to pull an additional harrow for more clod sizing.
A durable design withstands the toughest field conditions
The VT-Flex 435 vertical tillage tool is built tough to work hard season after season. The machine is equipped with 20-inch Earth Metal® VT wave blades designed to withstand harsh conditions with maximum durability, while flat, crimped centers on blades create exceptional blade and gang strength and durability.
Case IH has incorporated several durability features on the VT-Flex 435 vertical tillage tool that are common and proven on other Case IH vertical tillage tools. Rugged cast-iron nodular spools and large arbor bolts make for greater toughness and weight where needed. The TigerPaw Crumbler roller features a proven spring-down pressure design with formed bars to add strength under harsh conditions. A powder coat paint finish also provides greater resistance to impact, scratching, fading and in-field wear and tear.
For more information on the VT-Flex 435 vertical tillage tool, contact your local Case IH dealer or visit www.caseih.com.