With the XDisc 710, Krone is expanding the range of applications for its high-performance direct cut header. Thanks to new features, this header can now be used not only on KRONE BiG X forage harvesters, but also on John Deere and New Holland machines. The system is complemented by a specially designed transport wagon for road transport.
The Krone XDisc 710 header, designed primarily for the production of whole crop silage, is specifically engineered for professional contracting operations, short setup times and maximum operational reliability. The current further development of this direct cut header focuses not only on high cutting and delivery capacity but, in particular on seamless integration into various forage harvester models from Krone, John Deere and New Holland, including a practical transport concept.
Designed for high throughput and optimum chop quality
On the XDisc 710, two cutterbars featuring Krone EasyCut mower technology are rigidly connected to one another; they are driven by a central input gearbox via universal shafts, each connected to an angular gearbox for positive-drive transmission.
The rotational speed of the large 900 mm diameter auger conveyor, which is height-adjustable via an eccentric, can be adjusted to the respective intake speed of the forage harvester using a three-speed gearbox. This claims to result in a smooth, even crop flow without any load peaks and contributes not only to increased throughput, but also to a consistently high chop quality.
A star ratchet clutch in the gearbox aims to protect the auger conveyor against overloads, while a positive-mode chain drive with an active central lubrication unit claims to minimise maintenance requirements and extends the service life.
On request, the XDisc 710 can also be fitted with a crop press roller which claims to optimise the crop flow in dense crops and prevents blockages. In addition, the direct cut header can be fitted with side-mounted cutting blades which claim to cleanly cut through heavily intertwined growth and minimise potential harvest losses.
Transport wagon for safe transport by road
Krone has also developed a transport wagon specifically designed for the XDisc 710. This transport wagon has EU type-approval for a maximum authorised speed of 40 km/h and comes as standard with an integrated overrun brake, including an automatic reverse function and a full lighting system. The system therefore meets all the requirements for safe and compliant transport between operational sites.
The two-axle design, featuring turntable steering on the front axle, claims to deliver stable handling and good tracking performance, even on tight bends. A rigid rear axle helps maintain directional stability on the road.
The XDisc 710’s unique top-mounting on the transport wagon is particularly practical. Four mounting brackets allow the header to be mounted while maintaining high ground clearance. The clear view when coupling claims to make the process even easier and improves safety when manoeuvring.
Optionally, the mounting brackets can be adjusted hydraulically in height. This solution is specifically designed for forage harvesters with small front-axle tyres and allows for easy adaptation to different machine configurations. The integrated hydraulics can be easily operated using a hand pump, claims to offer greater flexibility in day-to-day use.
