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Versatile implement system
OwnerLeroy J. Richardinventor
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A versatile implement system utilizing a single implement structure that is capable of being utilized as a grain planter, row crop planter, tiller or anhydrous applicator. The inventive device includes a conventional implement frame, a bracket, a pair of support arms connected to the bracket, a breakaway structure, a receiving arm having a tubular structure, a syncline shaped brace within the receiving arm, a shank member having a syncline end that is removably insertable into an open end of the receiving arm for mating connection with the brace, and an attachment connected to the shank opposite of the syncline end for performing a specific task. This structure allows a plurality of shank planters, anhydrous applicators, double-disc openers, corn planters or tillage attachments to be utilized upon a single implement frame. Varying row spacing such as 30, 15 and 71/2 inch are achievable by removing specific planter attachments.
A versatile implement system having a conventional implement frame along with a plurality of units attached thereto, wherein each of said plurality of units comprising:
A versatile implement system having a conventional implement frame along with a plurality of units attached thereto, wherein each of said plurality of units comprises:
A versatile implement system having a conventional implement frame along with a plurality of units attached thereto, wherein each of said plurality of units comprises:
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