Vitasem 252 Pöttinger Vitasem 252 Specifications & Technical Data (2010—2024)

VITASEM linkage-mounted

The large ground wheels drive the metering shaft and reduce the pressure the machine exerts on the soil. Wheel scrapers are standard equipment. The three-point linkage mounting with rugged mounting lugs and two top linkage positions enables rapid attachment to the tractor. The headstock is bolted to the seed hopper for added strength.

Seed flow

The seed is drawn straight from underneath the feed funnel. This system ensures uniform seed flow, even when working up, down and across slopes.

Empties completely – no cleaning required

Wide, funnel-shaped outlets above each metering wheel ensure precision feed right down to the last grain, guaranteeing minimum residues and low minimum filling quantities. The wide opening angle of the bottom flap allows for simple emptying and ensures that the metering area is completely emptied.

Normal metering

Standard seed, small seed A separate inlet slide for the small seed and normal seed range make it easy to switch between small seed and normal seed metering by pushing in or pulling out the slides. The system guarantees you can switch the metering in seconds. The optimised shape of the metering peg ensures the highest level of seed care. Drilling oil seed rape with low numbers of seed per square meter for optimum plant distribution density is ensured by the unique small seed metering wheel with its sawtooth shaped profile.

Large dimensioned seed funnel

The large dimensioned seed funnel for transition to seed tube (especially for spelt). The rubber gaiters provide maximum flexibility of the seed tubes to ensure perfect transport between the metering wheel and the coulter.

Electric metering

Electric metering is available as an option in connection with a POWER CONTROL or CCI ISOBUS control terminal. The speed signal is provided by the optional DGPS sensor or by the tractor radar sensor. No land wheel is required. The seed flow rate can easily be adjusted from the tractor seat, with calibration at the press of a button.

COMPASS terminal

COMPASS, the optional electronic control unit, makes it easier to operate the machine and guarantees consistent monitoring. It features a modern, multiple-line graphic display with a raised, back-lit keypad.

Additional equipment options

Proven spring-loaded track eradicators. Compensator for lower linkages when using the seed drill on its own. Track eradicator for seed drill wheels: angle and penetration of the tine can be adjusted. The tine can be folded away for transport.

Weight distribution in the field

In the field, the weight of the seed drill acts directly on the rear roller. The power harrow retains its freedom of movement and can ride over stones. Mounted on power harrows or compact combinations, the weight of the seed drill is placed as far forward as possible. The additional weight of the seed drill on the rear roller provides even better consolidation of the seedbed. The distance between the coulters and the power harrow rear roller is minimised to form a compact unit.

Parallel linkage

The implement-mounted drill is fixed to the rear roller and guided via the top link that forms a parallel linkage.

Rear harrow options

The 0.39" / 10 mm harrow tines feature coil springs for perfect ground tracking. Shocks are absorbed using maintenance-free rubber mountings, and damage is prevented if the machine is reversed inadvertently. Central tine angle adjustment is available, along with easy-to-use adjustment functions for depth and pressure. Additionally, outer tines can be retracted for road transport (9.84 and 13.12' / 3.0 and 4.0 m transport width). No additional adapters are required if press wheels are fitted.

Standard single-row harrow tine

The tines are positioned between the seed lines. Ridging is prevented by a pair of cranked harrow tines at either end. These tines are positioned between the seed lines to prevent blockages even in heavy organic material.

PERFEKT harrow tines

Designed for an intensive levelling effect, cranked tines sweep the whole surface level. The seed is covered effectively, even when placed at a shallow depth, resulting in uniform germination of every seed.

Quick and easy configuration

VITASEM A implement-mounted seed drills are quickly and easily fitted to and removed from the soil preparation implement.

Rotating or oscillating agitator

Available as options for seed material that is liable to bridge or does not flow well, such as grass seed. Can be disengaged manually easily and quickly.

Best seed placement guaranteed

Yield at harvest is influenced by precision seed placement. Regardless of whether you have light, heavy, dry or moist soil – optimum placement of the seed is critical for a satisfactory harvest.

Depth guidance press wheels

Depth guidance press wheels 9.84 x 1.57" / 250 x 40 mm available as option to limit depth and provide consolidation. Straightforward pin-in-hole depth adjustment can be fitted and removed by hand – no tools needed. Even placement depth even in changeable soils. Presses down to cover seed perfectly. Reliable germination even in dry conditions.

The best material quality for telescopic seed tubes

The telescopic seed tubes are manufactured from stainless steel at the top and synthetic at the bottom to provide the lowest friction. This combination of materials greatly reduces the static charge in the seed grains.

Easy depth adjustment

The depth can be quickly adjusted using the ratchet spanner provided, on either side at the front of the seed drill. The depth scale guarantees uniform seed placement and depth.

VITASEM Models

VITASEM / VITASEM CLASSIC Mechanical linkage-mounted VITASEM A / VITASEM A CLASSIC Mechanical implement-mounted VITASEM ADD Mechanical implement-mounted seed drills with DUAL DISC coulters.

Vitasem add

The large DUAL DISC coulters allow high working speeds when mulch drilling and operating in heavy, hard soils.

Consistent row spacing

Coulter arms are secured using a large clamp mounting on the coulter rail. Wide coulter arm mountings are fitted with replaceable bushes and the ability to ride over foreign bodies with up to 7.09" / 180 mm movement upwards. Inter coulter rail spacing (offset) of 11.81" / 300 mm provides plenty of clearance for blockage-free sowing. Seed depth is controlled via the coulter pressure even without press wheels.

The PÖTTINGER disc coulter system for best seed germination

The concave disc coulters are suitable for mulch drilling and when there is a lot of organic matter. PÖTTINGER's diagonally tracking disc coulters open up the soil. The cast shoe, similar to a Suffolk coulter, removes wilted straw and crop residues from the seed placement area and forms a neat seed slot. Uniform seed germination is guaranteed as a result.

Optimised coulter geometry

Different shapes of coulter with an inter coulter rail spacing (coulter offset) of 11.81" / 300 mm provide sufficient clearance even when operating in harvest trash.

Disc coulters

Concave 12.60" / 320 mm diameter single disc coulters are equipped with special dust tight seals. The rotating scrapers are adjustable and located to the rear so as to not reduce side clearance. They easily handle large clods. The disc coulter is fitted with a long life hard wearing cast coulter point.

Suffolk coulters

The Suffolk coulter is suitable for soil conditions where there are low amounts of organic matter. A protective flap closes each coulter automatically if the machine moves backwards. The spring-mounted coulter can fold back for reliable protection. Wear-resistant cast coulter points.

It couldn’t be more straightforward

All adjustments can be made from the left-hand side or rear of the machine. Everything in one place saves time. The adjustment controls are easily accessible and positioned ergonomically.

Central coulter pressure adjustment

Coulter pressure is adjusted centrally on the left hand side of the machine (against an indicator scale). Precise tension spring matching ensures the same pressure is applied to the front and rear coulters. A coulter pressure of up to 55 lbs / 25 kg is possible on the VITASEM (1) and VITASEM A (2). Hydraulic coulter pressure adjustment is also available. Central coulter pressure adjustment on the VITASEM ADD allows for a pressure of up to 110 lbs / 50 kg (3).

Vitasem classic

The seed hopper height is 2.36" / 60 mm lower on VITASEM CLASSIC seed drills. Featuring a smaller seed hopper and semi automatic track markers – this is the lightweight version for smaller tractors.

Vitasem a classic

VITASEM A CLASSIC models have a smaller seed hopper. They are consequently lighter and designed for operation with smaller 4-cylinder tractors. Very good visibility to the rear is possible thanks to the lower seed hopper.

Practical seed hopper

The front and rear wall of the VITASEM seed hopper is so steep that all the seed flows to the metering system without the need for an agitator. The headstock is integrated into the seed hopper centre wall and bulkhead plate for highest possible strength. A partition plate inside the hopper prevents the seed from wandering to one side when working across slopes. A seed level indicator is fitted as standard.

Rugged lid with rubber seal and gas strut as standard

Two angles of opening are possible with a limit stop (85° or 103° for Big-Bags). The design of the seed hopper lid is unique in the farming business and has been adopted from the automotive industry. Instead of being welded, the lid plate is bonded to its frame so that no weld seams are visible.

Wide loading platform

Operator access is on the left with a folding step and handrail along seed hopper. Optional right-hand bridging step available for VITASEM A. The secure handrail is mounted directly onto the seed hopper (not to the lid) for enhanced safety. Easy to fill thanks to plenty of space for seed sacks, the handrail on the seed hopper and the large hopper opening.