Optima V
Seeder | Pneumatic precision drill
Kverneland Optima V - precision drill for a maximum of flexibility
Precision drill with maximum flexibility with the Kverneland Optima V hydraulic variable telescopic frame
The advantages of this Pneumatic precision drill
- Maximum flexibility with variable row width
- Most precise seed application of all sorts of seeds
- Speedy response to changing requirements
- Compact and clear design
- GEOCONTROL and GEOSEED
Description
The Kverneland Optima V is the universal pneumatic precision drill for maize, sunflowers, field beans, unpelleted beet, pelleted beet, dwarf beans, soya beans, peas, and many other types of seeds. Within this product group, the model Kverneland Optima V is the perfect precision drill for farmers and contractors who need a machine with various row widths. The Optima V, a pneumatic precision drill with a hydraulically variable frame width, is available in 6, 6+1 and 8 row versions. The row spacing is adjustable in 5cm steps.
The frame is fitted with HD-II e-drive II rows. With the Optima V, the row width is ready in next to no time which ensures a speedy response on changing requirements. With the 1,000 litre fertiliser hopper and the attractively designed, lightweight frame, this precision drill offers a perfect combination of high range and ease of traction in all conditions. Your benefit: a high level of flexibility and less time waste.
Kverneland Optima precision planter – accurate seed placement for every soil condition
The Kverneland Optima precision planter is designed to deliver accurate seed placement, ensuring maximum crop emergence and yield. Its advanced sowing units follow the ground contour perfectly, while the coulter forms a clean furrow for excellent seed-to-soil contact. The result: uniform crop establishment, consistent growth, and plant development.
Universal HD-II sowing row - built for all soil conditions
The Optima V is equipped with the universal HD-II row unit, making it suitable for a wide range for farming systems and soil types.
- Works on light to heavy soils
- Compatible with conventional and mulch seeding
- Provides optimal depth control even in extreme conditions
- Ensures effective ground contour following and precision seed placement
- Supplied with a 60 L seed hopper (optional 30 L available)
This versatility makes the Kverneland Optima an ideal row crop planter for maize, corn, sunflower, sugar beet and other precision crops.
ISOBUS Technology for Smarter Farming
Modern agriculture demands more than just seed placement, it requires efficiency, cost savings, sustainability and precision farming tools.
The Optima e-drive II with ISOBUS connectivity integrates seamlessly with the Kverneland Tellus terminal. Using GPS and GEOCONTROL, each seeding element is automatically switched on or off at exactly the right moment. This eliminates overlaps and skips, ensuring every seed is placed with maximum accuracy.
With GEOSEED technology, seeds are positioned not only in-line but also in relation to each other across the full working width. This precise synchronization promotes uniform plant development and higher overall yield potential.
Highlights
- Maximum flexibility with variable row width
- Air system for improved airflow increasing the seed spacing accuracy
- Optima V can be equipped with a 1,000 l fertiliser hopper or front hopper solution as an option
- Microgranular applicator micro-drill is also possible as option
- In combination with iXtra LiFe the application of liquid fertiliser during seeding is possible, see iXtra LiFe.
- All Optima V are electric driven and compatible with GEOCONTROL and GEOSEED
Features
Features
For mulch and conventional sowing
- Optimal depth control even under extreme conditions, due to the heavy basic weight of the sowing unit with the possibility to add additional pressure (up to 100kg) onto each individual sowing unit via the spring-loaded system.
- Effective ground contour following, due to the large lateral depth control by open gauge wheels (Ø410mm, width 120mm).
- Precise seed placement by the small coulter which forms a clean furrow. Optional with quick-fit coulter tip to quickly exchange between standard layout for maize and the XHD coulter tip for sugar beet. Light re-compaction and seed covering is done by the intermediate press wheel (as option: heavy stainless steel) and the multi-adjustable V-press wheel – to ensure maximum field emergence.
Seeding heart without seals for HD-II
- The patented seeding heart by Kverneland has reduced maintenance costs to a minimum.
- No friction, no wear, low drive torque, minimum maintenance: The seed disc rotates in the seeding heart together with the vacuum chamber. This seeding drum is connected to the vacuum fan via a hollow shaft.
- This seed heart principal results in no loss of vacuum, and therefore a low vacuum requirement
- Stable design, modular system, low maintenance costs, high degree of wear resistance and optimum depth placement.
- For fertiliser placement Kverneland supplies hoppers for different applications.
- The chain drive for metering can be adjusted from 106 to 390kg per hectare at a distance between rows of 75cm.
- The fertiliser applicator is driven centrally by an easily accessible side mounted gear box.
- Fertilising coulter, standard seeding with narrow coulter design and stable, reliable construction, coil spring protection from sideways forces
- Mulch seeding notched double-disc coulter for blockage-free and precise fertiliser placement by a Ø 350mm notched double-disc Coulter.
Micro-drill for Optima HD-II and SX sowing units
The demand for microgranule applicators is increasing. Micro nutrients and also small amounts of insecticides or fungicides ensure the best start of the crop.
The electric driven micro-drills for the Optima HD-II and SX sowing units have been designed as backpack behind the sowing units and offer a hopper capacity of 17 liters.
They are electrically driven and ISOBUS controlled. The metering device consists of a wear-resistant plastic housing with exchangeable cell wheels made of stainless steel. This ensures the precise metering of the micro granules.
Operator’s safety
The engineers had focus on highest level of operator’s safety by offering easy and safe handling of the applicator. Therefore, the operator can exchange the cell wheels even when the hoppers are full of micro granule. There is no need to empty them first, reducing the operator’s risk of getting in direct contact with the granules.
A plus for the environment
The micro granules fall freely into the seed furrow without any air support, minimising the emission of dust. Therefore, the new micro-drill fully complies with the current guidelines for emission control of any granules applied.
Precision Farming
The comfortable, fully ISOBUS integrated control system allows the adaption to the stop and starting points of the seed row. This ensures precise shutting on and off at the end of the field and in tramlines (without overlaps or faults).
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.
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.
Technical specifications
Technical specifications
Download brochure| Model | Optima V | |
|---|---|---|
| Frame type | variable | |
| Working width (m) | 2.70 - 4.50 | |
| No. of HD-II sowing rows | 6 / 6+1 / 8 | |
| Row width HD-II row (cm) * | 33 - 80 | |
| Transport width (m) | 3.00 | |
| e-drive II, ready for GEOSEED® | Standard | |
| Fan drive 800rpm | Standard | |
| Hydraulic fan drive | Option | |
| Hydraulic row lifting device | Standard with 6+1 row | |
| Linkage | CAT II | |
| Tyres 26x12.00STG | Standard | |
| Hydraulically operated track marker | Standard | |
| Hydraulically frame ballasting kit | Option | |
| Mounted fertiliser spreader | Option | |
| Mechanical drive of fertiliser spreader | Standard | |
| Electro-hydraulic drive of fertiliser spreader | Option | |
| Fertiliser hopper capacity in litres | 1000 | |
| Filling auger ** | Option | |
| No. of rows with front hopper f-drill / iXtra LiFe | 6 / 7 / 8 | |
| Micro granule applicator micro-drill | Option |
* depending on the number of rows
** only with Optima V with 6 rows
Technical specifications
Technical specifications
Download brochureWorking width (m) |
2.7-4.8 |
3.15-4.8 |
2.64-4.4 |
Number of rows |
6 |
6+1 |
8 |
Row width (cm) |
45-80 |
75+80 (6 rows) 45-65 (7 rows) |
33-55 |
* depending on the number of rows
** only with Optima V with 6 rows
Product FAQ`s
Yes. The Kverneland Optima HD-II pneumatic precision drill supports advanced precision farming tools, including ISOBUS connectivity, GEOCONTROL, GEOSEED, and variable-rate seeding where specified. Integration with Kverneland Tellus terminals helps automate planting operations, improve field efficiency, and optimize input management.
The Kverneland Optima HD-II sowing unit is designed for highly accurate seed placement, consistent singulation, and uniform seed spacing. Precise seed metering, reliable depth control, and controlled seed delivery help promote even crop emergence and consistent plant development. For farmers using precision farming technologies, features such as GEOSEED can further improve planting accuracy and seed positioning across the full working width.
The Kverneland Optima pneumatic precision drill with HD-II sowing unit is designed to maintain consistent seeding depth across varying field conditions due to the heavy basic weight of the sowing unit and the possiblity to add up to 100kg additional pressure. Equipped with a large lateral open gauge wheel (ø 410mm, width 120mm), it closely follows the ground contours, helping ensure accurate seed placement even in challenging soils. This supports more uniform crop emergence, improved stand establishment, and consistent plant development across the field.
The Kverneland Optima V pneumatic precision drill simplifies row-spacing changes through its variable-frame design. This flexibility allows farmers and contractors to adapt the planter to different crops without investing in multiple machines, helping improve machine utilisation and operational efficiency throughout the season.
Yes. The Kverneland Optima HD-II sowing unit is designed for reliable performance in both light and heavy soils. Suitable for sowing after conventional seedbed preparation as well as in mulch conditions (with mulch equipment), it ensures precise seed placement through excellent depth control and effective ground contour following. The versatile Optima HD-II sowing unit delivers consistent crop establishment across a wide range of soil conditions and cultivation practices.
Yes. The Kverneland Optima V pneumatic precision drill is specifically designed for farmers and contractors who plant crops requiring different row widths. It can be equipped with 6/6+1/8 HD-II sowing units in row width from 33cm to 80cm. Its variable-frame concept enables flexible row-spacing adjustment, allowing one machine to work efficiently across crops such as maize, sugar beet, sunflower, and soya bean.
The best choice depends on your farming goals. The Kverneland Optima HD-II sowing unit is designed for versatility across crops, soil types, and tillage systems, while the Kverneland Optima SX sowing unit is aimed at farms seeking higher planting speeds. Consider your acreage, planting window, field conditions, and productivity requirements when selecting the right planter.
With e-drive II, each Kverneland Optima HD-II sowing unit is driven individually via an electric motor. The e-drive system provides individual electronic row control without traditional mechanical drive components. This supports precision farming functions such as section control, variable-rate seeding, and GEOSEED. The result is universal planting accuracy of a large variety of seeds, reduced overlaps, simpler machine setup, and more efficient use of seed.
Tractor requirements for the Kverneland Optima V pneumatic precision drill vary according to the number of rows, row configuration, fertilizer equipment, and field conditions. Along with engine power, farmers should verify hydraulic capacity and lifting capability to ensure efficient field and transport performance.
The Kverneland Optima V pneumatic precision drill is suitable for a wide range of row crops, including maize, sugar beet, sunflower, and soya bean. Its adjustable row-spacing capability allows farmers and contractors to match the planter to different crop requirements while maximizing flexibility from a single planting system.
The Kverneland Optima HD-II sowing unit is designed for a wide range of precision-drilled crops, including maize, sunflower, sugar beet, soya bean, peas, beans, and other row crops. With the appropriate seed discs and machine settings, the Optima with HD-II sowing unit can be adapted to different seed sizes and crop requirements, allowing farmers to use one Kverneland Optima HD-II pneumatic precision drill across multiple crops throughout the planting season.
The optimal settings for a Kverneland Optima HD-II pneumatic precision drill depend on crop type, seed size, target plant population, and field conditions. Kverneland provides crop-specific seed discs and adjustment recommendations for crops such as maize, sugar beet, sunflower, soya bean, peas, and beans to help achieve accurate singulation and uniform establishment.