Unicorn rigid
Seeder | Mechanical precision drill
Precise singulation with utmost precise placement
The Kverneland Unicorn e-drive II is the mechanical precision drill with the internally filled sowing heart for conventional or mulch sowing, with electrical drive and opto-electronic seed placement monitor.
The advantages of this Mechanical precision drill
Perfect seed placement Ready for mulch sowing and conventional sowing systems Max. flexibility for best performance in all conditions Precise and defined application by GEOCONTORL / GEOSEED Effective resource managementDescription
The Kverneland Unicorn has been designed for professional precision drilling. An electric driven row unit with mulch equipment is standard. Even under the most difficult conditions the parallelogram mounting of the sowing units guarantee precise depth control.
The Unicorn ensures perfect seed placement in conventional and mulch conditions. With e-drive II each sowing unit is driven electrical individually. The sowing distances are infinitely adjustable on the move and can be switched off individually. The Unicorn is ready for GEOSEED and GEOCONTROL. Overlap seeding at headlands is a matter of the past and a synchronized sowing in line but also across the entire field is possible.
Precise seed singulation and seed placement
The mechanical sowing system of the Kverneland Unicorn ensures exact seed singulation and placement thanks to its internally filled drill and chamber wheel technology reducing seed bounce and roll for maximum accuracy in seed placement.
Synergy effect for higher utilisation
Specialised in sugar-beet drilling, the Unicorn excells also in the sowing of rape and chicory. This allows for the extended use of the machine, earning an improved pay back of the machine cost. Precision drilling of rape has been used in seed multiplication for a number of years. Due to increased use of hybrid rape varieties, it is also becoming of interest to farms who wish to sow seeds in exact plants/m2, thus saving seed costs. Precision-drilled rape is generally sown in row widths of 45 or 50cm. This row distance allows the use of mechanical weeding machines to destroy e.g. former rape in hybrides. Down the spacing will vary depending on location and variety between 20 and 40 seeds/m2. Results from various testing facilities show that precision-drilled rape can achieve higher germination rates (nearly 100%) and the same yields. Whilst at the same time saving seed quantity and overall costs.
Profitable use with rape and chicory
Pelleted chicory can also be sown with the Unicorn. The chicory is used for sugar extraction (Inulin) by the food industry. The row width is also 45cm. The seed is sown at a distance of 10cm in the rows and the sowing depth is extremely shallow at 0.5cm.
Highlights
- Infinite adjustment of sowing distances from 12.5 to 25cm, optimising seed populations to soil type within the same field from the tractor cab.
- Multi choice integrated tramlining and pre-emergence marking systems (optional).
- Ability to increase plant population in the rows adjacent to the tramlines.
- Opto-electronic control for seed counting as standard.
- Individual sowing units can be switched off. Ideal, for example, when sowing in the corner of awkward shaped fields.
- Safety through constant control: the electronics permanently monitor all operating functions of each sowing unit constantly displaying the "real time" data on the in cab terminal.
- ISOBUS Intelligence with Unicorn e-drive II
Features
GEOSEED - Precision at high end
GEOSEED is the precise synchronization of seed placement across the full working width of the machine. This ensures that seeds are distributed evenly, achieving an optimal pattern—either parallel or diamond-shaped—across the soil surface. The positive effects of this technology are far-reaching. By enhancing seed distribution, GEOSEED maximizes the efficient use of key resources such as nutrients, water, and sunlight, fostering optimal plant growth. Additionally, this uniform planting pattern helps reduce the risks of wind and water erosion, as the even distribution of plants improves soil structure and coverage, leading to better water retention and minimizing soil degradation.
Kverneland Sync – The Implement Gateway
Always Connected – Easy and Direct
With Kverneland Sync, your seeder is continuously connected to Kverneland’s online services. Designed for efficiency and ease, Kverneland Sync ensures seamless data transfer to IsoMatch FarmCentre and Kverneland ServiceCentre, optimizing your seeder's connectivity for better machine management.
Remote Service – Minimize Downtime
Kverneland Sync offers remote diagnostics, allowing technicians to quickly analyze and address electronic issues on your seeder from a distance via the Kverneland ServiceCentre. This feature helps to minimize downtime in the event of a breakdown. See how it works: Always connected
Task Management – Enhance Reporting and Transparency
Kverneland Sync provides all relevant data in IsoMatch FarmCentre, our integrated farm management platform, enabling real-time tracking, performance measurement, and secure data storage. This is especially useful for machine cooperatives, streamlining logistics and invoicing. Additionally, Kverneland Sync enables geofencing to help protect your seeder against theft, with an accumulator that allows you to locate your planter even when it’s not connected to a tractor.
The rigid end-tow toolbars are available in working widths of 3m, 6m, 9m and 12m. The convenient and time saving parallel hydraulic folding is available in 6 m and 9 m toolbar versions. The transport width of all Unicorn models is a maximum of 3 metres.
The hydraulic, parallel folding mechanism allows UNICORN to be easily folded for transport on public roads. Alternatively, there is a lengthways towing facility available for the rigid 12, 18 and 24 row frames. Support or drive wheels on the mid and outer sections provide optimum ground contour following characteristics.
The sowing units – like the whole machine – are modular in design.
The basic element always remains the same and the equipment can be varied according to individual requirements. For mulch seeding, the front Farmflex wheel is simply replaced with a double cutting disc equipped with side zero pressure tyres. The trailing coulter draws a clean seed furrow for precise seed placement.
The Unicorn sowing elements are equipped with the V-press wheel as standard. The zero pressure rubber tyres do not allow soil to stick and provide excellent operation. The seed is covered with loose soil by adjustable coverer. The amount of covering soil is similar to that of the sowing depth ideal for wet and loamy soils.
Optional finger press wheels are recommended for heavy dry soil and soils susceptible to late frost. The seed is covered with loose soil by the adjustable coverer. The covering soil is lower than the sowing depth. A "micro climate" protects the germinated plant.
UNICORN operates as an internally filled drill, with chamber wheel speeds, which correspond to the normal sowing speed in practice. The adjusted chamber speed of the bearing borne chamber wheel minimises bounce and roll impulses, thus increasing the precision of seed placement. Guaranteed filling of each individual cell: The cell wheel internal filling principle for precise seed placement
Electronic drive for highest precision. Complete control and monitoring of the machine from the tractor cab in accordance with ISOBUS standard.
The latest Terminal universal ISOBUS terminal – IsoMatch Tellus PRO offering two ISOBUS interfaces in one terminal, the ISOBUS shortcut button and a touch screen display. With the unique dual screen functionality it gives the farmer the opportunity to view and control two machines and processes simultaneously.
- Two ISOBUS screens at a glance
- Integrated tractor ECU programme
- RS-232 connection for a GPS receiver or other external sources
- Option to connect up to 4 cameras
- Multifunctional, ergonomic, user-friendly design
The Tellus GO+ is the cost efficient alternative for ISOBUS compatible machines of the Kverneland Group.
IsoMatch GEOCONTROL - Cost saving with immediate payback
Seeding with GPS and GEOCONTROL in combination with an electric driven precision drill is a major step towards precision and cost saving. These machines are all equipped with ISOBUS technology which with the help of the IsoMatch Tellus terminal, can be easily controlled.
Each electric driven seeding element, in combination with GPS and GEOCONTROL, is automatically switched on or off in exactly the right place, ensuring there is no overlap with any row that has already been seeded. This is especially handy in triangular fields, on curved or irregular shaped headlands.
For further information regarding our iM FARMING concept go to https://ien.kverneland.com/iM-FARMING
The cultivation of sugar beet requires special care and the right supply of nutrients. In this respect, the application of micro granule and micro fertiliser whilst seeding plays an important role for early crop development.
micro-drill
Each unit of the micro-drill has been designed to supply three sowing units and offers a hopper capacity of 35 liters. It is electrically driven and ISOBUS controlled. The metering device consists of a wear-resistant plastic housing and exchangeable cell wheels made of stainless steel which ensure precise metering of different micro granules. Application rates from 2kg up to 25kg/ha are possible.
Emission control
The advantage for the environment: the granulate falls freely into the seed furrow without air support, minimising the emission of dust and complying with the current guidelines for emission control for any granulates applied.
Precision Farming
The comfortable, fully ISOBUS, integrated control system allows the adaption of the stop and start points of the seed row. This ensures precise shutting on and off at the end of the field (without overlaps or faults).
Operator safety
The engineers’ focus has been to increase operator safety by easy and safe handling. Therefore, the operator is able to exchange the cell wheels even when the hoppers are full of granule. There is no need to empty them first, reducing the operator’s risk of being in direct contact with the granules.
The Kverneland micro dill has been approved by the Julius Kühn Institute (Institute for Application Techniques in Plant Protection) (Reference G 2196).
The Kverneland micro-drill is available for Monopill e-drive II and Unicorn e-drive II.
Precision Farming
When deciding what equipment to purchase, it is not always easy to find the optimal solution in the broad market offering of today. Technology is developing fast and tractors and implements are more and more equipped with high tech electronics. We understand this complexity and are committed to provide you with easy farming solutions. Therefore these cost-efficient ISOBUS Universal Terminals, IsoMatch Tellus PRO and IsoMatch Tellus GO+ are made for easy machine control and efficient farming.
With its advanced hardware and software features, the IsoMatch Tellus PRO provides the optimal precision farming solution for an all-in-one control system inside your tractor cab.
IsoMatch Tellus PRO is the centre for connecting all ISOBUS machines and a platform for running precision farming applications. It offers everything a farmer needs to get the maximum out of his machines and crops, as well as cost savings in fertiliser, chemicals and seeds by using automatic section control and variable rate control. With the unique dual screen functionality it gives the farmer the opportunity to view and control two machines and processes simultaneously.
Work easy. Be in control.
IsoMatch Tellus GO+ is especially developed for controlling the machine in a simple way. The farmer is in full control of the machine in exactly the way he wants. Easy set up the machine with the soft keys via the 7-inch touch screen. And, optimal control while driving, just use the hard keys and rotary switch. Controlling the implement has never been so easy.
This can be you your first step into Precision Farming
IsoMatch Tellus GO+ makes it easy to control any ISOBUS machine from your tractor cab. IsoMatch GEOCONTROL enables you to achieve higher yields, lower costs and do your work with less hassle. This licence key is divided in two parts, Section Control and Variable Rate Control, which are available from the IsoMatch Shop. Now you can buy the specific functionality that you need.
With manual guidance you are perfectly on track.
The IsoMatch InLine is a light bar which allows easy manual guidance. It is the perfect assistant to get you as close as possible to your desired A-B line. Mounted in the line of sight, you can easily see the distance from the A-B line and to which direction you should steer for the ideal position. The display of the IsoMatch InLine also displays the status of the machine sections, which adds more comfort of use. The LEDs can be dimmed for night operation.
SMART
Distance to A-B line with LED indication and a numeric display
EFFICIENT
Manual guidance in combination with IsoMatch GEOCONTROL
EASY
Displays status of machine sections
The essential accessory for IsoMatch GEOCONTROL.
The IsoMatch Global 3 is the GPS antenna, with DGPS accuracy, in the IsoMatch product range. It enables satellite navigation for site-specific section control, variable rate application, manual guidance and field registration.
SMART
Allows manual guidance, automatic section control and variable rate in combination with IsoMatch GEOCONTROL
EFFICIENT
DGPS accuracy without additional subscription fees
EASY
Easy to fit with mounting brackets included
Connect to a local wireless network on your IsoMatch Tellus.
IsoMatch Wireless (USB-stick) is complementary to the IsoMatch Tellus and makes it easy to connect to a local wireless network, such as your phone’s hot-spot, home network etc.
No additional costs of an internet service provider. When connected via the IsoMatch Wireless you can browse the internet, view the weather, Gmail, Google, etc.
The IsoMatch Eye is the camera option in the IsoMatch product range.
IsoMatch Eye is a camera that has been developed for use with our sophisticated IsoMatch Tellus GO+ and IsoMatch Tellus PRO dual screen terminal. The IsoMatch Eye is switchable from rear view to standard view.
It gives you full control and overview of entire machine operation during day and night, because of its night vision by integrated LED’s. This increases the safety e.g. when reversing the machine or manoeuvring around obstructions.
SMART
Changeable from rear view to standard view
EFFICIENT
Full control and overview of entire machine operation
EASY
Night vision by integrated LED’s
IsoMatch MultiEye is an accessory for connecting multiple cameras to the IsoMatch Universal Terminal.
With the IsoMatch MultiEye you can connect multiple cameras to the IsoMatch Tellus PRO or IsoMatch Tellus GO+ Terminal. You can easily switch between the cameras without the need for an additional screen in you tractor cabin. It gives you full control and overview of the entire machine operation during day and night, because of its night vision by integrated LED’s. This increases the safety when reversing the machine or manoeuvring around obstructions.
SMART
You can connect up to four IsoMatch Eye cameras and easily switch between the cameras with the remote control box which is standard included.
EFFICIENT
Full control and overview of entire machine operation from every side you want.
EASY
Night vision by integrated LED’s which increases the safety when reversing the machine or manoeuvring around obstructions.
Made for smart, efficient and easy farming
IsoMatch GEOCONTROL is an advanced software application within the IsoMatch Tellus PRO and IsoMatch Tellus GO+ that helps you to control all ISOBUS compatible Kverneland Group machines such as sprayers, spreaders and seeders! Combined with a GPS receiver it fulfils the future needs in terms of easy, smart and efficient farming!
GEOSEED increases the yields of row crops and ensures maximum efficiency. Seeds are placed perfectly in line and in relation to each other.
GEOSEED is offered in two different levels:
GEOSEED Level 1 is the synchronization in the machines working width. This improves the distribution of seeds up to perfection in parallel or diamond pattern: Positive effects are the best use of nutrients, water and sun. Also the wind and water erosion is decreased.
GEOSEED Level 2 is the synchronization in the whole field. This is the necessary requirement for interrow cultivation, also across the seeding direction. GEOSEED is the only system in the world, that makes this mechanic weeds control possible!
Technical specifications
Technical specifications
Download brochure| Model | Unicorn | Unicorn | Unicorn | Unicorn | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frame | rigid | rigid | rigid | rigid | |
| Working width (m) | 3.0 | 6.0 | 9.0 | 12.0 | |
| No. of rows | 6 | 12 | 18 | 24 | |
| Row width (cm) | 45/50 | 45/50 | 45/50 | 45/50 | |
| Transport width (m) | 3.0 | 3.0 2) | 3.0 2) | 3.0 2) | |
| Weight for basic version(kg) | 400 | 910 | 1,75 | 2,8 | |
| e-drive II, ready for GEOSEED® | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | |
| IsoMatch Tellus Pro | Option | Option | Option | Option | |
| IsoMatch Tellus Go+ | Option | Option | Option | Option | |
| Radar | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | |
| Linkage | CAT. II | CAT. II | CAT. III | CAT. III | |
| Tyres 5.00x15 | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | |
| Hyraulically operated track marker arms | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | |
| Pre-emergence markers | Option | Option 1) | Option 1) | Option 1) | |
| Road light kit | Option | Option | Option | Option | |
| Track eradicator (2x2 tines) | Option | Option | Option | Option | |
| Hydr. frame ballasting kit | Option | Option | - | - | |
| Lengthwise transport device | - | Option | Option | Option | |
| Microgranule applicator | Option | Option | Option | Option | |
| Microgranule hopper volume (l) | 35 | 35 | 35 | 35 | |
| No. of microgranule hopper | 2 | 4 | 6 | 8 |
1) Risk of collision of pre-emergence marker and lengthwise transport devise
2) Lengthwise transport device
Technical specifications
Technical specifications
Download brochureModel |
Working width (m) |
Row width |
Weight (kg) |
Unicorn e-drive II 6 row rigid |
3.0 |
45/50 |
400 |
Unicorn e-drive II 12 row rigid |
6.0 |
45/50 |
910 |
Unicorn e-drive II 18 row rigid |
9.0 |
45/50 |
1750 |
Unicorn e-drive II 24 row rigid |
12.0 |
45/50 |
2800 |
Unicorn e-drive II 12 row PH |
6.0 |
45/50 |
1250 |
Unicorn e-drive II 18 row PH |
9.0 |
45/50 |
2180 |
1) Risk of collision of pre-emergence marker and lengthwise transport devise
2) Lengthwise transport device