UF 1801 (21) Amazone UF 1801 (21) Specifications & Technical Data (2013—2020)

UF Mounted Sprayer

The compact UF mounted sprayer, with tank capacities from 900 to 1,800 litres, is characterised by its strong, robust construction yet lightweight design. With a choice of Q-Plus, Super-S1 or Super-S2 booms, and in boom widths from 12 to 30 m, the UF is a machine that caters for a wide ranging size of farm.

Just a few connections. Quickly and safely.

With a few connections you can quickly and safely attach the UF on to the tractor. Sufficient space between the tractor and the sprayer makes attaching easy. With the parking wheels, the sprayer can be moved easily. The quick coupler system and the Tele-Space PTO shaft – available on request – ensure an even faster and simpler attachment to the tractor. All cables and hoses are arranged in a clear, functional manner to avoid any mix ups.

AMAZONE booms – an idea gets its way

Due to the low centre of gravity and the light and robust design of the machine it is easy to carry and the tractor front axle weight reduction is much less than with many competitors.

For every farmer and contractor the right boom

The highly-successful, vertically folding Super-S2 boom, in working widths from 15 to 30 m, is now supplemented by the new, more cost-effective Super-S1 boom. The new Super-S1 boom is available in working widths of 15 m, 18 m and 21 m. The new boom section layout results in less hinge points allowing for a quicker folding process. Of course the usual robust profile design is maintained on these variants as well. Despite the individual sections of the Super-S1 boom being 50 cm longer in comparison to the usual Super-S2 boom, the transport height still is below 4 m. The compact transport width of 2.4 m is also maintained. Due to the new layout of the boom sections, the machine’s centre of gravity is closer to the tractor, allowing the use of smaller crop husbandry tractors. The Super-S1 boom in working widths of 18 and 21 m can be reduced to 15 m just by folding in the outer boom segment, thus providing more flexibility for farm overlapping applications and in regions with small fields.

Under-leaf Spraying Solution

In conjunction with the Super-S boom, AMAZONE offers an elegant solution for the successful under-leaf spraying in vegetable and maize crops. The Dropleg system from Lechler is a freeswinging, underleaf spraying device that works across the rows and is an example of an easy and robust solution that fulfils the most professional of demands.

Top features

FlowControl intelligent fill level management – for optimum weight distribution Improved driving stability on slopes due to the intelligent loading of the front axle Very compact design thanks to front linkage – better manoeuvrability in the field and for a safer road transport. The special advantages offered by more manoeuvrable tractors with a mounted implement compared with trailed sprayers in smaller and more awkward shaped fields, as well as the better behaviour on slopes, are the major arguments for the front tank solution. However, even in the 3,000 litre self-propelled class, a comfortable tractor in combination with a high-class mounted sprayer and front tank is an interesting alternative.

Optional camera system

In difficult driving situations, such as when pulling out of road junctions, the optional camera system on the front tank and on the mounted sprayer provides better visibility, and thus more safety, to the front and the rear. The high resolution, anti-glare monitor has a back-lit display and can display two cameras at the same time.

Functional tank design

Slim-line tank with favourable centre of gravity. Smooth tank walls for easier cleaning inside and outside. Minimised residual volumes even on slopes due to the optimised design. Effective agitation capacity and JKI-certified.

Fresh water container

The 120 litre (901/1201) or 180 litre (1501/1801) fresh water container is situated under the main spray tank. Simple, ground-level filling is made possible by good positioning on the right-hand side as viewed in the direction of travel. If desired, the fresh water tank can also be filled via the fill port on the left-hand side.

Filling via the suction hose

The sprayer can be filled using the suction hose via the 2" suction port. The liquid flow is routed in such a way that during the filling procedure there is always clean water available at the induction bowl.

Option: fill port

For filling from a pressurised hose, a fill port with either a Geka or Camlock coupling is available as an option. Using this connection, the fresh water can be simultaneously filled from the left hand side.

Control levers

All functions are controlled with only three levers: Pressure Vario-Control valve for filling, inducting, spraying, internal or external cleaning Quick emptying (option) for emptying the spray liquid tank with the aid of the pump Agitation valve for the infinitely variable setting of the agitation intensity via the self-cleaning pressure filter. Integrated additional function: Specific draining of the pressure filter Suction Vario-Control valve for drawing from the spray agent tank, from the fresh water tank or via the suction hose. Integrated additional function: Venting of the suction filter for pressure-free residue draining.

Liquid circuit UF – logical and convenient

The liquid circuit of the UF series has been optimised for operator friendliness and lowest residual sprayer volumes. Cleaning with a partly filled tank is possible and also the targeted emptying of the suction and pressure filter prior to opening the filter housing.

Exact mixing of the spray agents

The 55 litre induction bowl offers fast and clean working and is very easily accessible from the front left of the central operator control panel. With the Venturi system, a high fill throughput is attained. The same professional induction bowl is used on the UX trailed sprayer.

Induction

Powdery agents and high rates of granular fertiliser are quickly and safely dissolved via the rinse ring and simultaneously inducted at high capacity. Three additional jets provide the spill-free and effective induction. Stepless adjustment of the delivery and induction rates.

Canister flushing

For unproblematic cleaning of the spray agent canisters and for full utilisation of the contents, the canisters are flushed using the rotary nozzle. With this nozzle, the induction bowl can be cleaned even when the lid is closed. A dead man’s control keeps the user safe.

Pressure filter

The self-cleaning pressure filter is standard equipment. The agitator tap also enables the specific draining of the pressure filter. In this way the filter can be checked without any spray agent escaping – especially useful when the tank is full.

Hydraulic agitation intensity

The intensity of the hydraulic agitation can, steplessly, be reduced down to nothing in order to avoid any foaming of the crop protection agent or to facilitate spraying out the remaining tank contents. On AMAZONE crop protection sprayers, the unsprayed plant protection agent is delivered back via the return flow into the suction system. In this way any unintended agitation of the spray liquid via the return flow is prevented.

Comfort-Pack for in-cab control of the filling and cleaning

One option with three functions for all UF sprayers with ISOBUS communication: Automatic fill stop for controlling, on and off, the suction tap at the desired fill level. Automatic agitator shut off at a fill level of less than 5% (the nominal volume) results in small residual volumes. The cleaning of the spray line, tank and agitator can be carried out via the ISOBUS terminal. There is no need for the operator to leave the tractor cab.

Internal and external cleaning

The standard internal tank cleaning system with rotary nozzle ensures quick and effective washing out. Smooth tank walls without nooks and crannies allow safe function and simple monitoring. The optionally available spray lance allows the thorough external cleaning of the sprayer immediately after operation whilst still in the field. The 20 m hose reel supplies a working pressure of 10 bar to enable effective cleaning with little water consumption.

Clean working!

No spray agent from the booms drips on to the tractor or on the operator station and the booms also do not hit the tractor cab.

Sophisticated design for the utmost in safety

No matter whether in the yard or in the barn: there is always a safe parking place for the compact combination on its parking rollers. This simple handling convinces even after just a few operations. The internal cleaning of the sprayer combination is carried out via the fresh water tank of the UF. The 100 l additional clean water tank allows for the appropriate cleaning according to the European guidelines (clean water supply at least 10 % of the tank volume). The compact sprayer-tractor unit is favourable especially in narrow lanes with hardly any obstruction to the view thanks to the well thought out design.

Piston diaphragm pumps

The piston diaphragm pumps run perfectly happily when dry and are liquid fertiliser safe. The design of the pumps simultaneously ensures an even, high delivery capacity with a high filling performance and quiet operation even under high pressure. Pumps with either 160, 210 and 250 l/min output capacity are available. For a constant, functional supervision of the pump from the tractor seat, the oil reservoir for the pump is placed up on the headstock in full view of the operator.

Maintenance-free and with a long service life

The decades of experience in boom design pay off: The conical hinge pin is the intelligent centre of a well thought-out boom philosophy! The boom pivots self-adjust against any play on the conical hinge pins and that ensures for the user an optimised boom function even after many years. Use of stainless steel, the catalytic painting process, with its automobile industry protection standards, as well as the targeted use of plastics and aluminium is the guarantee for high longevity. Exclusively from AMAZONE: All hydraulic connectors are always made from stainless steel!

Operator-friendly liquid fertilising

In conjunction with the AMAZONE boom, a separate drag hose kit for risk-free late fertilising is available. The self-contained aluminium profiles can be attached with a few hand clamps. Drag hoses offer a risk-free late top dressing with liquid fertiliser and stainless steel weights help keep the position of the drag hoses within the crop. For the coarse droplets distribution of liquid fertiliser AMAZONE offers multi-hole nozzles (3, 5, or 7 hole).

ISOBUS offers many advantages

All AMAZONE ISOBUS sprayers are certified to UT 2.0 in accordance with the AEF conformity test. This means that these AMAZONE machines can be operated via any terminal which is available on the market that has also been certified according to UT 2.0. In addition, with an ISOBUS compatible SectionControl licence, AMAZONE ISOBUS sprayers can be switched via a third-party ISOBUS terminal.AMAZONE’s AMATRON 3, CCI 100 and AMAPAD terminals and all AMAZONE ISOBUS machines support the AUX AEF functionality. This means, that, for instance, the keys of an existing AUX-N compatible multi-function joystick can be reprogrammed to suit an individual’s needs. So, any function is there, exactly where the operator wants it to be.

Fill level indicator

The fill level indicator is readable both externally via a mechanical pointer and in the cab electronically via either the AMATRON 3 or the AMASPRAY+ on-board computers.

AMASET+ – simple and safe

The AMASET+ control box is a comfortable solution for user-friendly and environmentally friendly crop protection application. All important spraying functions being controlled remotely from the tractor cab. Within the same tractor gear the spray rate (l/ha) remains constant.

High-tech valve chests

The manually operated valve chest allows spraying without any electrical power supply. The main switch, the manual pressure adjustment and the switching on and off of either three or five boom part-width sections are arranged in a clever, ergonomic manner. Due to the equal pressure system the spray rate per hectare remains constant when switching on and off the part-width sections.

Equal pressure valve chest

The equal pressure NG valve chest for the AMASET+ control box is positioned in the centre of the boom. Ultramodern motor valves allow the fast, drip-less on/off control. Matching the equal pressure valve chest to the nozzle size is quickly and easily carried out via the colour coordinated dials.For actuation using either ISOBUS or AMASPRAY+, modern valve chest technology is utilised. The part-width boom sections are switched on and off quickly and drip-free via electric motor valves with pressure relief. In all situations, the spray rate is exactly and quickly controlled directly via the computer, negating the need for any mechanical equal pressure control.

AMASPRAY+ – simple and versatile

AMASPRAY+ enables the simple yet fully automatic regulation of the UF. Switches, integrated into the operator terminal, make possible the isolation of 5, 7 or 9 boom part-width sections. AMASPRAY+ has digital pressure indication and digital tank level indication. It registers both the quantity sprayed and the area worked. The actuation of the hydraulic functions though is carried out via the tractor control valves. AMASPRAY+ also visually indicates boom tilt and locking. As an option, AMASPRAY+ enables one-sided folding of the boom or alternatively the access to the boundary and end nozzle spraying systems. The AMASPRAY+ operator terminal with serial Interface can also be used for the automatic documentation (ASD) and part area site-specific application via a GPS terminal.

ISOBUS terminals

ISOBUS is the name for a communication standard, valid worldwide, between operator terminals, tractors and implements on the one hand and agricultural office software on the other hand. That means with one terminal you can control all ISOBUS compatible implements.

AmaPilot multi-function joystick

Actuating the boom and control chest functions is particularly comfortable via the AmaPilot multi-function joystick. All the functions in the operation menu can also be actuated via the AmaPilot multi-function joystick or other ISOBUS joysticks (AUX-N).

2-terminal solution

A twin-terminal solution with the simultaneous use of a tractor ISOBUS terminal and AMATRON 3 or CCI 100 is recommended if the tractor terminal does not support the Section Control function or if you intend to use the sprayer via AMATRON 3 or CCI 100 and a separate screen.

Amatron 3

AMATRON 3 is fully downwardly compatible to AMATRON+ and upwardly compatible to the ISOBUS standard and forms a bridge between the non-ISOBUS and ISOBUS world. AMATRON 3 enables the user to safely and comfortably operate both AMAZONE implements with AMATRON+ (AMABUS) and implements that meet the ISOBUS standard. Needless to say, even if these are not from AMAZONE.

Accurate metering and simple operation

The AMATRON 3 operator terminal allows the fully automatic regulation of the pre-set application rate (l/ha). Rate changes are possible in pre-selected % steps. Due to its clear, simple and logical handling and its illuminated keys, this terminal is especially operator-friendly. For monitoring the system, a high contrast and low reflection display has been installed. The very compact shape of the terminal requires little space in the tractor cab. By using two flow meters, the application rate is extremely precisely maintained, particularly at low spray rates.

AMACLICK with AMATRON 3

Special crops and bed work often require the on/off switching of the individual part-width sections in the middle of the boom. For this, the AMACLICK is an ergonomic controller which can be operated both in conjunction with the AmaPilot multi-function joystick and also just with the AMATRON 3.

Even more precision with GPS-Switch, GPS-Track and GPS-Maps

Available as optional equipment: GPS-Switch automated headland and part-width section control, GPS-Track parallel guidance and GPS-Maps part-area site specific application map function.

GPS-Switch for AMATRON 3

This GPS assisted operator terminal system automates the exact control of the machine on the headlands, around the field border and when spraying in wedges. The working width and the arrangement of the part-width sections are taken into account. The automatic GPS-Switch part-width section control offers precision, comfort and safety: simply select the desired degree of overlap and leave the GPS-Switch in automatic mode. So, even in difficult circumstances, such as wider working widths, limited visibility at dawn or dusk, or in high crops, the job can be mastered. In addition, you save up to 5% on crop protection agents, whilst at the same time safeguarding the environment and can fully focus on monitoring the sprayer.

GPS-Maps for AMATRON 3

An additional module enabling the GPS-based processing of application maps in Shape format, both in AMABUS as well as in ISOBUS mode. Either the application rate or the actual amount of active ingredient applied can be displayed. These rates are then still matched in the AMATRON 3. With the standard TaskController, both in AMABUS as well as in ISOBUS mode, application maps can be processed in ISO-XML format without using GPS-Maps.

Future proof technology

The serial interface (RS232), that enables use to be made of sensor technology (e.g. Yara N-Sensor) or different GPS terminals, is integrated, as standard, into the comprehensive equipment level provided by AMATRON 3 and AMASPRAY+. So, depending on the target and the terminal, several possibilities are offered, both for part-area site specific application from a map or using a sensor. You, as the operator, can decide for yourself on the right system for your conditions and application.

Documentation with ASD

Starting from field records, the automatic plot related documentation (ASD) offers the possibility to exchange, via a Bluetooth interface, application plans and actual spray programmes with the AMASPRAY+ and AMATRON 3 operator terminals. Documentation becomes more precise and simpler. Many hand-written steps are no longer required. ASD now enables documentation in conjunction with many major field record database providers in Europe. The ASD interface is available as an open standard for all device and software providers. With ASD, AMAZONE offers a practical, value for money documentation system for all types of farming.

The benefits

The CCI ISOBUS terminal from AMAZONE is the result of the cooperation with several other manufacturers of agricultural machinery who are joint participants in the Competence Center ISOBUS eV (CCI). With CCI, AMAZONE and its partners have laid the foundation to introduce ISOBUS into practice. The CCI is the basis to convert all AMAZONE machinery and implements successively to the ISOBUS standard.

The new dimension in control and monitoring

With the AMAPAD operator terminal, AMAZONE offers an entirely new and high-class solution for GPS application such as automated GPS based part-width section control and Precision Farming applications. AMAPAD features an especially ergonomic, 12.1" touch screen. With the unique "Mini-View" concept, applications that do not need to be actuated but which, however, need to be monitored, are clearly shown at the side. If needs be, these can be enlarged by "finger tip" widening. The possibility also exists to customise the display, a feature which rounds off the exceptional layout of this operator terminal. In addition to GPS-Switch pro part-width section control, a high-quality professional manual light bar guidance system is also installed as standard. GPS-Track can also be upgraded to an automated steering system.In conjunction with the Super-S boom and either AMASET+ or AMASPRAY+, these press buttons can also be used to control boundary or end nozzle control.

End nozzle switching

If a one metre buffer zone around the edge of the field needs to remain unsprayed due to distance constraints, end nozzle switching can be used.

Simultaneously superbly strong and superbly light

Due to the special profile design AMAZONE sprayer booms are very light yet at the same time very robust. The nozzle bodies with integrated diaphragm non-return anti-drip valves fit up into the boom profiles reliably preventing any dripping at the nozzle. Self-adjusting bayonet fixings ensure a tool-less quick nozzle change. For any operational use and any application rate the right nozzles are available, for example, for the optimum wetting, anti-drift or for liquid fertiliser use.

Additional nozzle switching

In order to extend the normal working width, an asymmetrical nozzle can also be switched on. This is particularly useful if the distances between tramlines are not precise enough.

Boundary nozzle switching

For precision border spraying between two sensitive crops, the boundary nozzles can be used to make sure the spray pattern is accurately defined.

Less drift also at higher wind speeds

With the air-assisted injector nozzles, crop protection agents can be applied with very little drift. They are universally usable in all crops and all classifications. Because of the coarse droplet application, these nozzles can also be used in higher wind speeds. AMAZONE offers the agricultural sector a wide range of nozzles from Agrotop, Lechler and Teejet.

Single and multi-nozzle bodies

The nozzle bodies with integrated diaphragm non-return anti-drip valves fit up into the boom profiles reliably preventing any dripping at the nozzle. Self-adjusting bayonet fixings ensure a tool-less quick nozzle change. The triple nozzle bodies are suited to frequent nozzle changes due to different applications and crops. Nozzle protection tubes, as standard on the outer sections, or, if desired, over the entire boom working width, ensures protection for long injector nozzles and multiple nozzle bodies.

Injector nozzles

Injector nozzles (ID, TTI) have a relatively coarse droplet spectrum and are particularly versatile with regard to their field of application. A pressure range of 2 to 8 bar is possible. If coverage quality is at the foreground of the application, the use of standard or anti-drift fine droplet nozzles, such as XR or AD, is recommended. Special care is required here due to the tendency to drift above 3 bar. A good compromise is provided by the modern ID-K or Airmix compact injector nozzles. These have relatively little drift, but do not have too coarse a droplet spectrum and are operated at 2 to 4 bar. When it comes to special coverage qualities the double flat fan nozzle is an interesting alternative: the AVI Twin from Agrotop also produces droplets that are not too fine.

LED boom lighting for Super-S booms

For flexible and efficient operation at twilight and in the dark, LED boom lighting is available. Two far-reaching LED work lights, mounted in the middle of the boom, ensure excellent visibility of all the nozzles at a glance.

LED individual nozzle lighting for Super-S booms

Professional work lighting is today the basis of a flexible, output-increasing solution to operating in twilight and at night. Illumination of the spray fans ensures complete control of the nozzle function at just one glance. LED individual nozzle lighting picks out each individual spray fan. An absolutely immediate assessment of their operation down to the very last nozzle on the boom can be made.

ProfiClick

The new ProfiClick switchbox offers the simple and precise actuation of all hydraulic functions of the booms with AMAZONE crop protection implements. It is available in combination with the electro-hydraulic pack “Profi-fold 1” for the entire crop protection sprayer product range from AMAZONE. All the operational functions of the ProfiClick switchbox are ergonomically arranged and directly linked with a function. The potentiometer for the re-adjustment of boom tilt can be controlled on the move without looking thanks to the centre position via a detent function. So the driver can concentrate perfectly on driving.

Boom design to perfection

In hilly terrain and with large working widths, hydraulic tilt adjustment makes sense. The quick and precise tilting and return of the boom into the level position is possible via a tractor spool valve or via the electro-hydraulic functions in the ISOBUS terminal.

3-fold shock absorbed suspension

As standard, all AMAZONE booms are equipped with springs and a shock absorber pack for damping the vertical roll movements, rubber buffer damping elements with ball suspension to damp down the horizontal yaw movements, and tension springs for the shock absorbed suspension of the entire boom. Also standard is hydraulic height adjustment and guide skids that result in perfect boom guidance and thus, the accurate longitudinal and lateral distribution of the spray agent. Both Q-plus and the Super-S series AMAZONE booms are JKI recognised and comply with the highest European demands on crop protection implements – compare that with others!

Drive safely!

The visibility in road transport is exemplary. Anywhere the tractor can go, the sprayer with its narrow booms goes as well. There are no protruding parts, no boom damage, and minimal transport width.

Everything shipshape!

The boom locates safely in the transport hooks. There is no rattling and no wear susceptible boom that rests on the tractor. Travelling fast is not a problem.

Superbly strong and light

The hydraulic folding is done via oversized hydraulic rams. Included as standard are hydraulic height adjustment, a 3-fold shock absorbing suspension system, and the one-sided, independent folding on the left-hand side as viewed in the direction of travel. The 80 mm wide profiles provide excellent rigidity. The Q-plus boom can immediately be folded out at half height, and folding in is possible at any desired height. Two control valves are required: One single acting control valve for height adjustment One double acting valve for folding One double acting control valve for hydraulic tilt adjustment (option). The Q-plus boom features automatic locking and unlocking: the functions of boom folding and tilt adjustment can also be actuated via one tractor control valve with an optional electric changeover unit. Additionally, the manual folding out of the Q-plus boom is possible, actuated via powerful tensioning and pressure springs without locking catches.

Independent fold of the Q-plus boom

As standard, the Q-plus boom allows the one-sided, independent fold on the left-hand side viewed in the direction of travel. As an option, the Q-plus boom can be equipped with pre-select folding for independent folding on the left or right-hand side. The pre-selection of these hydraulic functions is carried out electrically via AMASET+, AMASPRAY+, or via the ISOBUS terminal. From the boom being folded fully out – after pre-selection – only this one side is then folded in again.

Superbly narrow transport width

The Super-S2 boom folds fully automatically in and out via hydraulic rams. In the transport position, the boom sits compactly behind the tank with a transport width of only 2.40 m and a transport height of 2.95 m with a standard tractor. The 3-fold shock absorbing boom suspension system, hydraulic height adjustment, and elastic height skids ensure the perfect guidance of the Super-S2 boom with the right distance above the target surface.

Profi-fold

Profi-fold is the electro-hydraulic actuation of the boom via an oil circuit from which the functions of height adjustment, folding out and in, independent fold, boom width reduction, and tilt adjustment (Profi-fold 1) are easily actuated via the ISOBUS terminal or the multi-function joystick. Additional boom tip angling is possible via Profi-fold 2.

DistanceControl

When the Super-S boom is used in conjunction with either Profi-fold I or II, the fully automatic boom guidance system DistanceControl with 2 height sensors, or DistanceControl plus with 4 sensors, is then possible. In heavily differing crop heights, or in areas with partially lodged corn, it could be that the boom, when equipped with 2 sensors, dips into the crop. In this case, equipping the boom with four sensors will prevent this. The sensors are electrically connected in parallel, and so it is always the sensor that is closest to the target surface that is actuated.