Schnell Industries Planter Conversion Hitch | Model SPHUV10-JD | 0.75" Steel | 180–450+ HP | For Tractor
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DESCRIPTION
The Schnell Industries Planter Conversion Hitch (Part# SPHUV10-JD) is a heavy-duty, precision-engineered drawbar conversion solution designed specifically for modern agricultural efficiency. Built for compatibility with John Deere planter systems, this hitch seamlessly converts a 2-point mounting system into a robust Category 4/5 pintle drawbar configuration.
Manufactured from ultra-strong 0.75-inch structural steel, it delivers exceptional durability under extreme field conditions while supporting tractors ranging from 180 to 450+ horsepower. The design ensures improved ground clearance, smoother field operation, and zero need for welding or permanent modifications.
Ideal for large-scale farming operations, this planter conversion hitch enhances versatility, reduces setup time, and bridges the gap created by increasingly larger planter equipment. Engineered for reliability, it provides a stable, secure connection while maintaining compatibility across multiple planter series. This is the ultimate upgrade for efficient, high-performance planting operations.
Key Features
Heavy-Duty 0.75" Steel Construction Engineered from industrial-grade ¾-inch thick steel, this hitch ensures maximum structural integrity, resisting bending, twisting, and fatigue under heavy agricultural loads and continuous field operation in demanding soil conditions.
180–450+ HP Tractor Compatibility Designed for high-power agricultural machinery, this hitch supports tractors ranging from 180 to 450+ horsepower, ensuring stable towing performance and reliable load transfer during large-scale planting operations.
John Deere Planter Integration Fully compatible with John Deere 1770 and 1790 series planters, this hitch delivers seamless integration without requiring complex modifications or additional fabrication work.
No Welding or Modifications Required Installation is completely bolt-on, eliminating the need for welding or permanent changes to planter frames, preserving equipment integrity and reducing setup downtime significantly in the field.
Category 4 & 5 Pintle Options Equipped with a standard Category 4 pintle hitch and optional Category 5 upgrade, offering flexibility for varying load requirements and ensuring secure coupling across multiple heavy-duty applications.
Enhanced Ground Clearance Design Optimized geometry provides superior ground clearance, reducing the risk of obstruction in uneven terrain and ensuring smoother operation during planting across rough or uneven agricultural fields.
Wide Planter Compatibility Range Supports multiple planter systems including John Deere, Case IH 1200 series, and White/AGCO models, making it a versatile solution for mixed-fleet farming operations.
High Structural Load Capacity Reinforced side plates and hitch weldments ensure exceptional load-bearing strength, maintaining stability under heavy draft forces and large planter configurations during continuous field use.
Precision Engineered Hitch Alignment Ensures accurate alignment between tractor and planter, minimizing stress on equipment components while improving towing efficiency and reducing wear over extended operational cycles.
Improved Field Efficiency Reduces setup time and enhances operational flow by simplifying planter attachment and detachment, allowing farmers to maximize productivity during critical planting seasons.
Heavy Agricultural Duty Design Built specifically for large-scale commercial farming, this hitch is designed to withstand repeated high-load use in demanding agricultural environments without performance degradation.
Extended Electrical & Hydraulic Compatibility Allows for extension of hydraulic lines and electrical harnesses, ensuring full system functionality when integrated with modern planter configurations and advanced farming systems.
Mass-Optimized Stability (876.79 lbs) With a substantial weight of 876.79 pounds, this hitch delivers enhanced stability and reduced vibration, ensuring consistent performance during high-speed field operations.
Multi-Brand Planter Support Compatible with Case IH and White/AGCO planter systems, providing a universal conversion solution for diversified agricultural equipment fleets.
Detailed Specifications
Specification
Details
Brand
Schnell Industries
Product Name
Planter Conversion Hitch
Part Number
SPHUV10-JD
Compatibility
John Deere 1770 & 1790 Series Planters
Tractor Power Range
180–450+ HP
Material
0.75" (¾ inch) High-Strength Structural Steel
Hitch Type
Drawbar Conversion / Pintle Hitch System
Category Rating
Category 4 Standard / Category 5 Optional
Weight
876.79 lbs
Mounting System
2-Point to Drawbar Conversion
Fabrication Requirement
No Welding Required
Hydraulic Compatibility
Requires Hydraulic Line Extension
Electrical Compatibility
Harness Extension Required
Planter Compatibility
John Deere, Case IH 1200 Series, White/AGCO 8800–8824
Ground Clearance
Enhanced High-Clearance Design
Installation Type
Bolt-On Direct Fit System
Use Case
Large-Scale Agricultural Planting Operations
Finish
Industrial-Grade Protective Coating
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Customer Reviews
Overall rating: 4.6 / 5 from 94 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.
Put this on Kubota 900 with winch hookup. This thing is a beast (within reason). I named it ‘Homie”, cause Homie don’t play. It will take care of stuff up to about 2” in diameter. You still have to remember that this is NOT like the ones on a bobcat or larger machinery. It does have its limits. But all in all I am very satisfied with it. Now on to the good part! The staff at Ripping It are outstanding! Especially Kayla in the office. She has gone above and beyond on making sure everything went right, from ordering to questions about installation. This young lady would be of great value at ANY company ! Her knowledge and personality are like over the top. This is my first experience with Ripping It Outdoors and I can only say positive things about them. With all that being said, I do fill out reviews on things I buy, AND I give a honest review. If it’s bad then you will know it. But if it’s good, well I tell the truth ! Again Kayla, from the bottom of my heart, a great big THANK YOU for all your help and just talking to you. I feel like we’ve know each other for years!
TENT is easy to put up , material is tuff as told....only complaint is that i wish the bottom had about 3 to 4 inches overlap towards the inside so i could install a 2 x4 or something to help hold the tent down in high winds we have here in virginia thanks
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?