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.
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
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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Customer Reviews
Overall rating: 4.6 / 5 from 88 reviews.
I've started using the mulcher I on several parcels of land 10 acres . I have grind down a couple of 14 inch stumps. Caution the mount bracket behind the mulcher motor exhaust gets extremely hot even with gloves on . But the unit so far seems to works very good it's well put together.
The Firminator G3 is s heavy duty quality machine. The discs worked extremely well and planting and culti-packing is very smooth and easy. Working with Dillon at Ripping It Outdoors was a very good experience and seamless transaction.
After spending way to much money for forest mulching services I discovered this wonderful machine. It's not a giant powerhouse forest mulcher, but it does everything a property owner needs to maintain a forested property. I wish I would have found it sooner.
The Firminator is well built and functions well. I am having some trouble while planting mixed size seeds. Next time out I’ll try setting it so only the smaller seeds drop out the open it up for the larger seeds.
easy buying process and great communication. Mulcher works great, easily clears overgrown brush and even mulched a 5" thick mulberry tree fairly easily. running it off of my old 331 bobcat with no problem powering the drum at all. Only small issue which isn't a big deal is that the supplied hoses are about 16" too short to operate a full range of motion.
Over all built well. I like it is all cast iron and metal and not plastic. Had to modify fertilizer disc mount to fit correctly, nothing major, a little grinding. I modified the center link hitch point to accommodate my John Deere quick hitch. Have yet to plant with it but I’m sure it will work perfect. Love the grease fittings everywhere. Reminds me of the old farm equipment I grew up on, and still use periodically.
My firminator RT was delivered in good condition in ND. I will be using it next week. I have a 45 HP John Deere tractor that is supposed to lift 2000 lb but really struggles to lift this 6 foot firminator RT. I will just have to use in as a two pass operation for now.
I do wish there was a better operating manual for this unit. Maybe that is something you can work on.
I will give you an update once I start using it in a few days.
Great piece of equipment. Performs far better than I expected. One piece of advice - if property is significantly overgrown, consider the tractor attachment first to bring down the over growth and then switch to the UTV attachment to maintain property. No complaints worked perfectly.
Hi, my name is Ken. I’ve had a great experience with Ripping It Outdoors. I purchased a Forax Hp40 Mulcher for my mini excavator. Kayla Patterson is who I dealt with from the beginning until I received it at my house. She has been wonderful to work with and looking forward to working with her with any other orders I purchase. Kayla answered any questions I had and kept me updated throughout the whole process, can’t say it enough just a wonderful person to work with!!
These are great feeders if you don’t have any feral hogs but if the hogs tear off the wiring harness from the timer to the feeder motor, you’re disabled. Then, if you ask for help from Outback, they refer you to the dealer but really you’re on your own for parts and repairs.
I have three Outback feeders that work as designed. They’re 13 years old and have always served well but this feeder misses the mark by a very high margin. I’d NEVER buy this product again.
Feeders need to be dependable and this unit is not.
This is my first experience with Ripping It Outdoors. Fortunately I got Dillion as a representative and everything from sales to shipping was spot on..
Thanks Dillion for your help!!
The only thing is when hooking up the actuator on my ATV. The wire is long going to the plug in. What has happened in the past about this. Is their video showing the usage of the control?
I had a guy from a shop come cut the shafts and hook me up. It went well. I've been using the mulcher and the tractor saw on my two tractors and having fun.
i love it, i'm a little inexperianced with it but i'll learn, i've never messed with chemicals much.
instead of putting it on an atv, i put it on a skid steer