


Product Description
Kasco Valu-Drill | Model KVD-48, KVD-72 & KVD-96 | Working Width 48", 72" & 96" | Horsepower 25-55 HP | For Tractors
DESCRIPTION
Kasco’s Valu-Drill is a precision-engineered, heavy-duty no-till drill designed for efficient seeding in a variety of soil conditions—without prior ground preparation. Its compact design and three size variants offer flexibility for landowners and agri-tech professionals seeking consistent seed placement, reduced soil disruption, and high productivity in pasture renovation, food plots, and conservation work.
Key Features
- Model Range: Available in 48", 72", and 96" working widths for tailored field coverage.
- No-Till Capability: Eliminates the need for tillage; plant directly into undisturbed soil.
- Row Spacing Precision: Uniform 7.5" row spacing ensures optimal seed distribution.
- Durable Build: Rugged construction supports intensive use across various terrain types.
- Efficient Drive System: Ground-driven seed metering delivers accurate, consistent output.
- Low HP Requirements: Operable with compact tractors starting from just 25 HP.
- Weight Balanced: Even weight distribution enhances traction and minimizes soil compaction.
- Flexible Seeding: Handles a wide range of seed sizes and types.
- Row Configuration: Models offer 6, 9, or 12 rows for increasing field throughput.
- Easy Maintenance: Simplified component access reduces downtime and upkeep effort.
Detailed Specifications
KVD Series Seeder Comparison |
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Feature | KVD-48 | KVD-72 | KVD-96 |
Working Width | 48″ | 72″ | 96″ |
HP Requirement | 25 HP | 45 HP | 55 HP |
Weight | 525 lbs | 1,030 lbs | 1,375 lbs |
Row Spacing | 7.5″ | 7.5″ | 7.5″ |
Number of Rows | 6 | 9 | 12 |
Seed Chart - Valu Drill
CROP |
SEEDING RATE (lbs /acre) |
SEED DROP (SETTING) |
Alfalfa |
15-20 |
3/16" |
Buckwheat | 45-60 | 7/16" |
Canola | 10-12 | 1/8" |
Clover, Sweet | 10-13 | 3/16" |
Cowpeas | 25-40 | 3/8" |
Fescue | 150-180 | 7/8" |
Landscape Mixture | 120 - 150 | 7/8" |
Millet, Japanese | 25-40 | 3/8" |
Milo (Grain Sorghum) | 10-25 | 3/16" |
Oats | 65-95 | 11/16" |
Orchardgrass | 10-12 | 3/8" |
Partridge Peas | 10-15 | 1/8" |
Peas, Austrian Winter | 90-120 | 11/16" |
Ryegrass, Annual | 30-35 | ½" |
Ryegrass, Preannual | 125 - 160 | 13/16" |
Turnips | 3-4 | 1/16" |
Wheat | 120-180 | 3/4" |
Fescue | 150-180 | 7/8" |
Landscape Mixture | 120-150 | 7/8" |
Preannual Rye Grass |
125-160 |
13/16" |
NOTE: NOT FOR USE WITH WARM SEASON GRASSES. NOTE: This seeding chart is to be used as a guide only. Desired seeding rate may vary according to application and geographic location.
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