Disk harrow question

artp · Jul 15, 2008

I am considering using a tandem disk harrow with my new Kioti CK30HST to get about an acre of rough meadow sod broken down. I had previously run through the meadow with my rippers on a 5ft box blade to open up the ground. I then tried to used Dad's old Ford tiller to work the ground, but it was too light weight and did not seem to break up the clumps of sod. So I am wondering what size/weight disk harrow would work best with my size tractor. Suggestions?

wushaw · Jul 15, 2008

I pull a 5' disk behind my L2800 so your CK30 should be able to handle a 6' without any problem since your a little heavier.

deere755 · Jul 15, 2008

I pull a 6 ft behind a 20 hp John Deere 2 wd with no problem. I have wheel weights and ag tires.

artp · Jul 16, 2008

As an alternative to the disk/harrow I am considering a 5ft tiller. I have seen several different brand names on TBN. Which ones have had good track records with owners here on TBN? Is chain driven or gear driven better? Reliability? Offset feature a good idea or just an additional cost item? The pasture area I am working on is open ground-only about an acre. I may be putting in a small garden in the future-wife wants home grown veggies. Your advice appreciated.

wushaw · Jul 16, 2008

The KingKutter & CCM has good reviews.
I have a 45" Agric gear driven I pull with my 15hp Mitsubishi tractor, it works just fine.

artp · Jul 18, 2008

Thanks for the feedback guys. I am getting prices for CCM & KK.

ricksalisbury01 · Jul 18, 2008

I have a 60inch KKII behind my Kioti CK53 Gear without any problems breaking new ground. That said....When the slip clutch gets hot.....you are DONE until it cools. I have TONS of rocks and the tiller finds them fast. I have to keep one hand on the 3pt lift at all times.