8000 SERIES PLANTERS - Challenger

8000 SERIES PLANTERS

Contents 

White Planters Seed Metering System 4 

White Planters Row Unit 6 

Simplicity, Accuracy, Gentle Handling … 

White Planters 

Are Simply Advanced. 

8100 Rigid Single Frame Planters 8 

8180 Forward Fold Planter 9 

8200 Horizontal Wing Fold Planter 10 

8300 Horizontal Rear Fold Planter 12 

8500 Flex Frame Folding Planters 14 

8600 Rigid Two-Bar Planter 16 

8700 Toolbar Planters 17 

8831 Narrow Transport/Narrow Row Planter 18 

8816 & 8824 Narrow Transport Planters 20 

Variable-Rate Seeding Technology 22 

Options and Attachments 24 

Product Specifications 26 

SIMPLY ADVANCED 

2

Good partners are good for your business. 

There’s something new under the sun and it’s bringing a 

brighter future for professional farmers like you across the land. 

Today, White Planters TM , a trusted name in the business, offers 

you reliable products and unsurpassed customer services for 

ever-growing productivity. 

AGCO Corporation is an industry leader in the development 

of innovative agricultural equipment, technology and customer 

support programs, such as high-quality parts support and 

flexible financing programs. Plus, AGCO offers a full line 

of reliable products to meet your specific needs, including 

implements, hay tools, combines, tractors and advanced 

technology for precision farming. 

Your authorized White Planters dealer is your single contact 

for a world of new opportunities – along with the wide range of 

White Planters products you trust for simplicity, versatility, 

and accuracy. 

Simply Advanced… Simply the Finest 

White Planters, the name that means quality, innovation 

and productivity. Count on White Planters to help grow your 

business today - and tomorrow. 

MODEL 

WHITE PLANTERS MODELS AND OPTIONS 

Model 6R 6R 8R 8R 8R 12R 16R 24R 11R 13R 15R 23R 31R 24R 24R 

30” 36”/38” 30” 36”/38” 40” 30” 30” 30” 15” 15” 15” 15” 15” 20” 22” 

8100 X X 

Single Frame G L G L 

Non-Folding F R F R 

8180 X X 

Forward Fold G L G L 

Flex Frame F R F R 

8200 X 

Horizontal Wing Fold 

L 

R 

8300 X X-1 

Horizontal Rear Fold L R 

R 

8500 X-2 X X X-2 X-3 X X 

Flex Frame Folding SC SC SC SC SC SC SC 

R R R R R R R 

8500 CFS X-2 X X X-2 X-3 X X 

Flex Frame Folding with R R R R R R R 

Central Fill System 

8600 X X 

Two-Bar Frame GL FR 

FR 

8700 X X 

Toolbar Rigid Frame FR FR 

8700 X 

Toolbar 

FR 

Vertical Fold 

8700 X X X 

Stacker Toolbar R R R 

8800 X X X-3 

Narrow Transport L L R 

R R 

X = Available configuration 

G = Accepts granular fertilizer attachment 

L = Accepts liquid fertilizer attachment 

SC = Accepts tow behind seed cart attachment 

F = Accepts frame-mounted tillage attachments 

R = Accepts row unit mounted tillage attachments 

1 Base planter is 12 row 30" - Folds to 13 row 15" 

2 Base planter is 23 row 15" - Lock up split-rows for 12 row 30" 

3 Base planter is 31 row 15" - Lock up split-rows for 16 row 30" 

3

The Heart Of The Planter. 

How it Works 

1. Low-pressure positive air enters the seed meter. 

2. Seeds are held in each seed cell by the gentle air pressure. 

3. The seed meter’s one moving part, the seed disc, rotates counterclockwise with a 

seed retained in each cell. Abrasive steel fingers which can cause damage to fragile 

seed are not used. 

4. As the cell reaches the tickler brush, excess seed is removed from the cell if more 

than one seed is present. 

5. When the seed advances around the meter, the air cutoff brush gently shuts off the air 

and holds the seed in place until reaching the bottom of the seed disc rotation. 

6. The exclusive EDGE DROP design of the seed disc gently releases the seed, 

allowing it to free-fall naturally into the seed tube at regular intervals as accurately 

and consistently as gravity itself. 

7. Seed is released in a slight rearward motion permitting the seed to be oriented 

rearward and fall down the curved seed tube into the seed trench. 

A 

H 

C 

Seed Meter Design 

1. One Meter, Many Crops 

- White Planters plant nearly any row crop: corn, soybeans, nato beans, sunflowers, 

edible beans, snap beans, cotton, milo, sugar beets, sorghum, or peanuts. 

2. Positive Air Design Means No Seals to Maintain 

- The exclusive design of the positive air metering system completely eliminates 

the need to annually maintain seals. 

3. Zero Maintenance Guarantee 

- Perform routine seed meter care and cleaning of the seed meter and if replacement 

parts are required in the metering system during the first three years of operation, 

White Planters will supply the parts at no charge. That’s confidence! 

B 

I 


4

Simplicity, Accuracy, Gentle Handling. 

G 

A 

Gentle Air Pressure 

Low air pressure is delivered to the seed meter 

at 1/2 to 4 IWC (Inches of Water) 

- Approximately 1/2 oz. per sq. in. 

F 

Seed Sump 

The large seed sump is designed to improve the 

meter's ability to fill each seed cell. It is positioned 

to isolate the seed volume from the singled seed departing 

D 

B 

Exclusive EDGE DROP Seed Disc Design 

The translucent seed disc provides visibility of the seed 

with the seed disc installed in the meter. No seals are 

required. Air is permitted to escape through each seed 

cell orifice and around the edge of the disc as it rotates 

in the meter. The EDGE DROP seed disc provides 

G 

the meter for improved singling of very small seed such 

as sugar beets. 

Reliable Tickler Brushes 

Tickler brushes located at the top of the meter remove 

doubles and gently drop them back into the seed sump. 

F 

E 

J 

C 

D 

E 

uninterrupted seed release for precision singling of 

a wide variety of crops. 

Changing Seed Disc 

To change from one crop to another, simply remove the 

large retaining knob and change to the desired seed disc. 

No tools are required and there is no need to remove 

the hopper. 

Seed Meter Throat 

The seed meter throat accommodates a large volume 

of seed. Adequate seed flow to the seed disc is of 

particular advantage to accurately meter large seed 

or seed with a tacky surface. 

Seed Gate 

The seed gate controls the seed level in the meter for 

precise metering of a wide range of seed sizes. The 

gate also permits shutting off the seed flow to the meter 

for convenient removal of the seed disc without 

removing the meter and hopper from the row unit. 

H 

I 

J 

Air Cutoff Brush 

When the seed advances around the meter, the cutoff 

brush gently shuts off the air and holds the seed in place 

until reaching the bottom of the seed disc rotation. The 

cutoff brush design provides outstanding seed control 

that results in superior seed singling and meter accuracy. 

Seed Release 

Seed is released from the EDGE DROP seed disc near 

the bottom of the seed disc rotation, providing a short 

seed drop. The short drop minimizes the potential for 

interference or delay as the seed travels to the seed 

trench; providing accurate seed spacing. 

Quick Release Meter and Hopper Removal 

To remove the meter and hopper, simply loosen the 

large release knob, pivot the linkage out of the way 

and lift off the seed meter and hopper. No tools 

are required. 

5

Simply Advanced. 

A 

E 

Seed Clip 

The seed tube locating clip positively centers the seed 

drop tube between the opener discs. The clip reduces 

the potential of the seed tube contacting the rotating disc 

openers, which causes seed tube vibration and wear. The 

absence of seed tube vibration assures a more consistent 

A 

Seed Drain Funnel 

placement of the seed. 

The plastic seed drain funnel can be 

temporarily snapped onto the seed meter 

housing to provide a convenient method of 

draining seed from the meter and hopper. 

Removing the hopper and meter is not required 

H 

F 

Unobstructed Meter Access 

Row unit side panels have been eliminated to provide wide, 

unobstructed access to the meter for seed disc changes and 

routine maintenance. 

to empty seed from the hopper. 

G 

Gauge Wheel Bearings 

B 

Curved Seed Tube Design 

The seed tube is curved just enough to orient 

the seed movement rearward to compensate for 

the forward motion of the planter and to place 

the seed in the trench with the highest degree of 

spacing accuracy. 

C 

D 

The double-row 40 mm bearings and 16 mm attaching 

bolt improves the connection between the gauge wheel and the 

arm. Extended service life of the gauge wheel bearing and 

attaching hardware can 

be expected. 

H Equalizer Arm 

The equalizer arm 

C 

High-Rate Seed Sensors (Standard) 

Accurately monitors a wide range of seed sizes 

E 

within a wide range of population rates. 

B 

D Seed Smart Seed Sensors (Optional) 

Seed Smart sensors learn the size of seeds to accurately monitor 

very small high value seeds at high population levels. A popular 

option with sugar beet growers. 

I 

G 

I 

Staggered Closing Wheels 

The wheels may be staggered for better residue flow between the closing 

wheels. Staggering also provides superior seed trench closing capabilities 

in no-till conditions. 

permits lateral adjustment 

to obtain proper 

contact between the 

opener disc and the gauge 

wheels. The geometry of the row 

unit to the equalizer arm pivot 

remains consistent through the 

full range of adjustment and 

depth settings. 


6

A 

B 

Increased Hopper Capacity 

To increase operating time between refills, 

select the 3-bushel hopper. The larger 

hopper provides 50% increase in capacity 

and operating time. Note: For use on all 

planters except vertical fold and stacker toolbars. 

Seed Meter Accessibility 

Open-framed row unit allows unrestricted 

access to the seed meter for meter inspection 

and changing seed disc. 

A 

C 

F 

G 

Molded Gauge Wheels 

Molded gauge wheels allow residue to smoothly flow 

through the row units without interference. 

Seed Depth Placement Range 

The planting depth range (1/2- to 4-inches, 12.7 mm to 

101.6 mm) provides the optimum placement of seed in a 

wide variety of crops, ranging from small seeds planted 

very shallow, to dry land crops planted deeply into moisture, 

providing superior germination. Walking beam gauge wheels 

walk over irregularities in soil surface to maintain consistent 

C 

D 

Sealed Hopper Lids 

B 

Sealed hopper lids feature a 

lock down handle that stops air 

from escaping from the hopper. This 

maximizes efficient use of the positive 

air supplied to the row unit and 

increases seed singulation accuracy. 

Heavy-Duty Double Disc Seed Trench Openers 

The 15" disc openers are 3.5 mm thick for longer disc life and 

increased durability. The opposing bearing design permits the 

disc openers to share the cutting duties equally for extended life 

G 

E 

I 

H 

depth of seed placement. 

Closing Wheels 

Angled rubber closing wheels (shown), angled cast-iron 

closing wheels, or single V press wheels are available for 

closing the seed trench. Angled rubber closing wheels are 

used in most planting conditions for conventional, minimum-till, 

and no-till applications. Cast closing wheels are recommended 

for sod and hard no-till conditions. Single V press wheels are 

used in mellow, tilled soils. 

E 

and superior cutting action. 

Heavy-Duty Wheel Arms 

Gauge wheels incorporate an enlarged grease well and 

grease seals to keep dirt out and ensure a fresh supply of 

grease is available to the pivot area for free movement of 

the gauge wheel arms. 

F 

D 

J 

J 

Pivot Bushings 

Flanged pivot bushings constructed from high density 

plastic deter wear, increasing the life of the closing 

H 

I 

Closing Wheel 

Adjustment 

Closing wheels incorporate 

a convenient side-to-side 

adjustment for alignment 

with the seed trench 

resulting in better seedto-soil 

contact for faster 

seed germination. 

wheel bracket side arms. 

7

8100 Series Rigid Frame Planter 

Many operators are looking for a cost-effective planter 

that can capably handle the wide variety of planting conditions 

encountered on their operation. The model 8100 planter 

is engineered to accept a full complement of liquid or dry 

fertilizer attachments as well as row-unit-mounted or framemounted 

tillage attachments that make it the ideal match for 

conventional, reduced tillage, and no-till planting applications. 

Increase Dependability 

While Reducing Overhead. 

The 6-row or 8-row 8100 Series main frame is designed 

to handle the stress of heavy residue and uneven seedbed 

conditions. And, with the crop versatility of the White Planters 

seed metering system, you can quickly change from corn 

to soybeans by simply changing the seed disc. No need to 

maintain a separate meter for soybeans. 

Two Sizes. Many Conditions. 

Available in 6-row and 8-row sizes, the 8100 Series 

is capable of providing uniform seed placement in a wide 

variety of configurations. The White Planters row unit provides 

outstanding seed placement in conditions that range from 

conventional through no-till seeding. The rugged planter is 

engineered to capably handle a wide variety of optional tillage 

and fertilizer attachments to expand the capabilities of 

White Planters. 

6-Row 

8-Row 

Narrow 

Narrow 

8106 8108 

Row Width 30" (76 cm) 30" (76 cm) 

Transport Width 16'1" (4.9 m) 20'9" (6.3 m) 

Storage Length 13'2" (4.0 m) 13'2" (4.0 m) 

Tires Drive 9.5L-15 9.5L-15 

Marker Arms Rigid Bifold 

Optional Equipment 

Flat Fold Breakaway Markers (8-row model) 

Liquid Fertilizer 

Dry Fertilizer 

Granular Chemical 

Standard-Duty or Heavy-Duty Down Pressure Springs 

Row-Unit-Mounted Tillage 

• Tillage Coulters 

• Residue Managers 

• Tillage Coulter/Residue Manager Combo 

• Trash Masters 

• Disc Furrower 

• Spring Tine Tillage 

• Bed Leveler 

Angled Rubber Closing Wheels 

Angled Cast Closing Wheels 

Single V Trench Press Wheel 

Spring Tine Incorporator 

Frame-Mounted Tillage 




• Strip-Ridge Till 


8

8180 Series Forward Fold Planter 

Speed, accuracy and efficiency are all key factors within the 

narrow window of opportunity during planting season. From the 

moment you enter the field, the 8180 Series is unfolded and in 

planting mode in a couple of minutes. Once in planting mode, 

you can cover up to a full 40' (12.2 m) each pass, allowing you 

to precisely plant hundreds of acres a day. When finished, 

quickly fold to a narrow 15' (4.6 m) from the convenience of the 

cab for transport to the next field. 

High Field Productivity 

With Forward Fold Popularity. 

The integral 3" x 3" (7.6 cm x 7.6 cm) fertilizer bar provides 

the ideal platform for mounting a wide selection of optional 

fertilizer openers. In addition, it enhances structural integrity 

of the main frame, making the planter the best choice for 

challenging no-till conditions. The planter accepts conventional, 

min-till or no-till fertilizer openers that allow you to precisely 

place starter fertilizer at the selected depth. 

Forward Fold Sequence 

12-Row 

16-Row 

Narrow 

Narrow 

8182 8186 

Row Width 30" (76 cm) 30" (76 cm) 

Transport Width 15' (4.57 m) 15' (4.57 m) 

Storage Length 23'5" (7.14 m) 28'5" (8.66 m) 

Marker Arms Bifold Arm Trifold Arm 

Tires Drive/Carrying 9.5L-15, 12 Ply 9.5L-15, 12 Ply 

Frame Flex, 2 section Flex, 2 section 


Flat Fold Breakaway Markers 





The 12- and 16- row 8180 Series planters can be folded from field to transport position in a couple minutes. Both models 

transport at a narrow 15' (4.6 m). 






• Disc Furrowers 







Frame-Mounted tillage 




• Strip-Ridge TilI 

9

8200 Series Wing Fold Planter 

Simplicity of transport is a key consideration with any 

planter. The 8200 Series wings fold forward to attain a 

transport width that is nearly half of its field working width. 

Wing fold planters not only transport narrow, when folded they 

feature a low and stable transport height. Tri-fold markers 

provide a well defined mark to follow even in heavy 

residue conditions. 

Transport Low. 

Transport Narrow. 

Available in rigid or flex frame models, the 8200 Series is 

offered in a 12-row 30" configuration. The ground-driven seed 

rate transmission provides a wide range of seeding rates. 

Row-unit-mounted tillage attachments can be added to 

prepare a seed zone ahead of the double disc openers. The 

tillage coulters cut residue and prepare a seed zone to speed 

soil warm-up and enhance germination rates. 

The 8200 Series is equipped with hydraulic wing fold 

package as standard equipment. The structural design of the 

pivot area provides superior strength in the wing pivot joint 

and linkage. 


10

A Frame That Hugs The Ground. 

The 8200 Series flex frame model hinges at the center, 

enabling each wing to flex a full 10 degrees. This enables the 

frame to flex a full 20 degrees up or down, hugging rolling 

terrain and terraces. If flexibility is not a requirement on your 

ground, the 8200 Series is available in a rigid frame model 

with the same full range of features and attachments. 

8200 Series Wing Fold Planter 

Row Unit Flexibility 

The 8200 Series wing fold planters are designed to accept 

row-unit-mounted tillage and granular chemical attachments. 

Optional 3-bushel (0.11 m 3 ) hoppers provide a full 50% more 

planting time between fill-ups. 

Independent Wing Transmission 

Each half of the flex frame planter features an independent 

transmission. Thirty-two seed rate settings are made in the 

transmission by moving the sprockets. 

Wing Fold Sequence 

The wings quickly fold forward for convenient transport to the next field. Horizontal wing folding provides narrow transport. 


For increased productivity, equip the 8200 Series planter 

with a liquid fertilizer option with two 200-gallon (757 L) poly 

tanks. The 8200 Series will accept all popular liquid fertilizer 

openers. A piston metering pump driven by a pair of contact 

drive tires dispenses a consistent flow of liquid fertilizer. 

12-Row Narrow 

Rigid 8202 

Flex 8222 

Row Width 

30" (76 cm) 

Transport Width 16'4" (4.98 m) 

Storage Length 18'0" (5.49 m) 

Tires Drive/Carrying 

9.5L-15, 12 Ply 

Marker Arms 

Trifold 

Frame 

Flex, 2 Section 















11

8300 Series Rear Fold Frame Planter 

Challenging economic times require producers to closely 

evaluate every major equipment purchase. While in the past it 

may have been common practice to run a 30" planter for corn 

and a narrow row drill for narrow row soybeans; today, that's 

simply not the case. Today's corn and soybean operators require 

a two-in-one seeding system. The 8300 Series rear fold frame 

planter is truly a multi-purpose tool that enables the operator 

to use a single planting system in standard and narrow 

row applications. 

Replace Both Your Planter & Drill … 

With A Single Planting System. 

Outstanding Crop Diversity 

Hydraulically change the 8300 Series planter from 

12-row 30" corn to a 13-row 15" narrow row soybean 

configuration. 

Infinitely Variable Seed Rate (Optional) 

The in-cab variable seed rate controller offers an infinite 

seeding rate and is directly linked to the radar input on the 

tractor. It is also capable of increasing or decreasing the 

seeding rate on-the-go. This allows you to match seeding 

rates to soil types for optimum yield and profit. 

Liquid Fertilizer And Tillage Capability 

A wide variety of row-unit-mounted tillage attachments 

are available. The 8300 Series planters offer optional liquid 

fertilizer attachments. 


12

8300 Series Rear Fold Frame Planter 

Frame Options To Fit Your Operation. 

Whether you farm on flat fields or rolling terrain, the 8300 

Series can be configured to fit your operation offering a center 

flex model. The flex frame model is hinged at the center, 

permitting a full frame flex of 20 degrees up or down. 

Rear Fold Sequence 

12/13-Row Format 

Flex Frame 8342 

Row Width: Corn 

12@30" (76 cm) 

Row Width: Soybeans 

13@15" (38 cm) 

Transport Width 17'6" (5.33 m) 

Tires Drive/Carrying 

11L-15, 12 Ply 

Marker Arms 

Trifold 

Frame 

Flex, 2 Section 

Rugged Trifold Markers 

The three-fold design of the row markers provides a 

very low transport height. Notched marker disc with depth 

band provides a highly visible mark in heavy residue. Markers 

conveniently convert to 2-section flat fold markers for 15-inch 

row configuration. 

The Model 8342 plants 12-rows at 30", 

rear folding to 13-rows at 15" for narrow row soybeans. 




Infinitely Variable Hydraulic Seed Drive 

ISOBUS-Ready (Hydraulic Drive model) 












13

8500 Series Flex Frame 

The new 8500 Series Central Fill System (CFS) 

incorporates proven concepts used in the SC144 Seed Cart 

and 8500 flex frame planters to provide an onboard bulk 

seed hopper and seed distribution system. The 8500 CFS 

system allows for more time planting, rather than refilling 

individual hoppers. The 8500 CFS is designed for planting 

corn, soybeans, milo, popcorn, and wheat. 

The 8500 Series offers a full line of frame and row 

spacing options that let you tackle a wide range of planting 

applications. Available row widths of 15" (38 cm), 20" (51 

cm), 22" (56 cm), and 30" (76 cm) on main frames that 

range from 30' up to 60' (9.1-18.2 m), the 8500 Series is 

ideally suited to planting a variety of crops that include corn, 

soybeans, and sugar beets. When you’re ready to switch 

from 15" (38 cm) soybeans to 30" (76 cm) corn, simply lock 

up the split rows and quickly change the seed discs. With 

White Planters, changing from one crop to another is quick 

and simple. 

On-The-Go-Seeding 

Rate Control. 

Each wing offers an 8-degree flex up or down for a total 

of 16-degree flex across the width of the frame. Ample flex 

permits the planter to hug rolling terrain and maintain accurate 

seed depth the entire working width of the machine. Combine 

this flexibility with the ability to fold for transport in a couple of 

minutes and you have a multi-crop planting system designed 

to get to the field and get the job done. 

The 8500 CFS can be configured to plant fields of seed 

corn or refuge corn (non-Bt). Simply replace the meter cover 

on specific rows on the outer wings with the 2-bushel or 

The split-rows can 

be quickly lifted and 

locked in place to go 

from 15" narrow rows 

to standard 30" rows. 

The 8500 CFS is equipped with two 45-bushel 

(1.6 m 3 ) translucent polyethylene hoppers. 

Convenient steps and platform are located 

at the rear of the planter for access to fill 

the hopper with seed. 

Each poly hopper has a mixing chamber 

attached, where the air and seed is mixed 

and then discharged into individual air 

distribution hoses. 

3-bushel hoppers. 


14

Transport 

8500 Series Flex Frame 

Adjust Population On The Go 

Every 8500 Series model features variable-rate technology 

as standard equipment using an ISOBUS compliant terminal. 

As you incorporate AGCO Advanced Technology Solutions 

(ATS) into your farming operation, the planter is upgradeable 

to include advanced site-specific planting capabilities. 

One Planter. Many Applications. 

The 8500 excels at conventional, min-till, and no-till farming 

practices. The unit is designed to accept a wide variety of rowunit-mounted 

tillage and chemical attachments. 

8500 Frame Fold 

The forward fold frame design 

features hydraulically controlled folding 

of the planter frame from field to 

transport in a matter of seconds. 

A small volume 

(1/8 bushel, 4404.8 cm 3 ) 

of seed is maintained at 

each meter and replenished 

automatically assuring 

accurate seed metering. 

23-Row 15" 16-Row 24-Row 24-Row 24-Row 31-Row 15" 

12- Row 30" 30" 20" 22" 30" 16-Row 30" 

8523/8523 CFS 8516/8516 CFS 8524/8524 CFS 8524/8524 CFS 8524/8524 CFS 8531/8531 CFS 

Row Width 15"/30" (38/76 cm) 30" (76 cm) 20" (51 cm) 22" (56 cm) 30" (76 cm) 15"/30" (38/76 cm) 

Transport Width 16'8" (5.08 m) 16'2" (4.92 m) 16'3" (4.95 m) 15'8" (4.78 m) 15'3" (4.65 m) 16'8" (5.08 m) 

Storage Length 25' (7.62 m) 30' (9.14 m) 30' (9.14 m) 30' (9.14 m) 39' (11.89 m) 30' (9.14 m) 

Frame 

Tires Transport 

Monitor 

3-Section Flex Forward Fold (all models) 

31x13.5x15, 12 ply (all models) 

Console I (all models) 

Marker Arms Flat Fold on 8523 Trifold Trifold Trifold Trifold Trifold 

Trifold on 8523 CFS Trifold Trifold Trifold Trifold Trifold 

The 8500 conveniently transports from field to field. 

Map Based Variable Rate Seeding 


Point Row Shut-Off Clutches 













15

8600 Series Rigid Two-Bar Planter 

The 8600 Series rigid two-bar planter is engineered to excel 

in limited time, multi-crop situations. Within minutes, the split 

rows can be lowered, converting a 6-row 30" corn planter to a 

11-row 15" (38 cm) narrow row soybean planter. In the end, 

one machine allows you to reap the benefits of 30" (76 cm) corn 

while capitalizing on the early canopy and increased yields of 

narrow row soybeans. 

Consider It A Multi-Crop Planter. 

The rigid two-bar planter is capable of conventional, min-till, 

and no-till applications. Combine this with 15" (38 cm) through 

30" (76 cm) row spacing options and you have a multi-functional 

planting system capable of precisely seeding many crops in 

a wide variety of tillage practices. 

The split rows can be quickly lifted 

and locked in place to go from 15" 

narrow rows to standard 30" rows. 

Engineered To Tackle Your Toughest No-Till Conditions. 

The unique two-bar design of the 8600 Series is 

capable of handling a full complement of fertilizer and tillage 

attachments with row units spaced as narrow as 15" (38 cm). 

An optional 3" (76.2 mm) diamond bar can be added to the 

frame to accommodate fertilizer openers. 














6-Row 

Narrow 

8606 

Row Width 

30" (76 cm) 

With Split Rows 

15" (38 cm) 

Transport Width 16' (4.88 m) 

Storage Length 17' (5.18 m) 

Tires 

9.5L x 15, 6 Ply 

Marker Arms 

Rigid Fold 

Frame-Mounted Tillage 










16

8700 Series Stacker Toolbar Planters 

The innovative folding mechanism of the 8700 stacker 

toolbar planter hydraulically lifts the outer wings over the 

center section, keeping the chemical and seed hoppers upright 

for transport. Rear fold markers are low-profile and minimize 

transport height when in the folded position. 

When in the planting mode, the outer wings flex 5 degrees 

up and 5 degrees down to provide accurate seed depth control 

the full width of the machine in rolling terrain. The wings can 

also be pinned rigid for planting on beds or to provide precise 

row width for specialty crop harvesters. Each wing and the 

center frame section of the 12-row stacker toolbar planter 

feature an independent transmission providing consistent 

seed-to-seed spacing the full width of the planter. On the 8-row 

planter, two gauge wheels drive a single transmission. 

8700 Series Rigid & Vertical Fold Planters 

Each 3-point hitch mounted planter is unmatched in 

maneuverability and the ability to accurately place corn, 

soybeans, cotton, sugar beets, peanuts, snap beans and edible 

beans in conventional tillage and specialty crop applications. 

The design of the 8700 Series makes it ideally suited for 

applications that include conventional tillage, ridgetill, planting 

on beds, and other applications that do not require a plantermounted 

fertilizer attachment. 

Stacker Toolbar 

Convenient, Narrow Transport 










Stacker Toolbar 

8-Row 8-Row 8-Row 12-Row 

Wide Wide Wide Narrow 

8788 8788 8788 8772 

Row Width in (cm) 36" (91) 38" (97) 40" (102) 30" (76) 

Hitch 

Category III with or without Quick-Hitch 

Frame 

Flex, 3-Section 

Transport Width 

w/Markers ft (m) 15’3" (4.65) 17’7" (5.36) 17’7" (5.36) 20’8" (6.30) 

Transport Height (with lower 3-pt arms 34" above the surface) 

8 and 12 row models ft (m) 10’7” (3.23) 

Tires (in) 

9.5L-15, 6 ply 

Markers Arms 

2-Section Rear Fold 







Rigid & Vertical Fold Toolbar 

8700 Series Maneuverability Stacker Toolbar & Versatility Planter 

Flat Fold Breakaway Markers on 12R Rigid Frame 


Infinitely Variable Hydraulic Seed Drive (12-row models) 

ISOBUS-Ready (12-row models with hydraulic drive) 

Standard-Duty and Heavy-Duty Down Pressure Springs 




• Tillage Coulter/Residue 

Manager Combo 







8700 Rigid 8700 Vertical Fold 

8-Row 12-Row 12-Row 

Narrow Narrow Narrow 

8708 8702 8722 

Row Width 30" 30" 30" 

(76 cm) (76 cm) (76 cm) 

Transport Width 20’ 9" 30’ 9" 21’ 4" 

(6.32 m) (9.37 m) (6.50 m) 

Storage Length 6’ (1.83 m) 

Tires 


9.5L x 15, 6-Ply 

Marker Arms Bifold Bifold Bifold 


Spring Tine Incorporator Frame-Mounted 

Tillage 





23 17

8831 CFS Narrow Transport Planter 

The new 31-row 15" (38 cm)/16-row 30" (76 cm) Model 

8831 CFS Planter features a unique frame specifically designed to 

save you time and improve productivity. For starters, it folds to a 

narrow transport width of 12' 11" (4.0 m) in just minutes – helping 

you get from field to field quickly and easily. Furthermore, you can 

count on a generous 33 (83.8 cm) inches of ground clearance to 

get through rolling terrain. This underframe clearance also gives 

you more room for routine maintenance. 

Engineered For Efficiency From 

A Whole New Frame Of Mind. 

Undercarriage Provides Even More Flexibility 

The undercarriage itself is unique to the industry. Two 

trunnion-mounted hydraulic cylinders lift the planter. In the planting 

mode, the planter lifts the row units 8-10" (20.3 – 25.4 cm) above 

the ground to conveniently turn after each pass across the field. 

In the transport mode, the planter lifts to its full height for folding 

the wings. 

Wing Section 

Each wing section consists of nine row units, with 13 row 

units on the center section. To plant 30" (76 cm) corn rows, 

simply lock up the split rows, leaving five row units on each wing 

section and six row units on the center section. 

Three-Section Flex Frame 

The flex across the three sections of the planter 

frame permits row units to closely follow the 

field terrain. The wings flex 10 degrees up and 1 

degrees down, for a total of 20 degrees across th 

span of the frame. This design permits the row u 

to maintain uniform depth of seed placement. 


18

8831 CFS Narrow Transport Planter 

Central Fill Seed Distribution 

The 8831 CFS Planter features the same onboard bulk seed distribution system you’ll find 

on the 8500 Series Central Fill System. The system includes two 45-bushel (1.6 m 3 ) translucent 

polyethylene hoppers for a total capacity of 90 bushels (3.2 m 3 ). Each poly hopper sits on a mixing 

chamber where air and seed are mixed and discharged via a high-capacity blower to individual row 

units. This proven system saves you from having to fill each individual hopper, so you can spend 

your valuable time planting instead of refilling. 

The 8831 CFS is equipped with 

two 45-bushel (1.6 m 3 ) translucent 

polyethylene hoppers. Convenient steps 

and platform are located at the rear of 

the planter for access to fill the hopper 

with seed. 

The 8831 CFS is ideal for planting corn, soybeans, milo, popcorn, and wheat. The split rows 

can be quickly lifted and locked in place to go from 15" (38 cm) narrow rows to standard 30" 

(76 cm) rows. Hydraulic-drive variable-rate seed metering offers a full range of seeding rates. 

Optional Console II technology varies the seeding rate through your predetermined seeding plan 

– communicating DGPS position and instructing the planter controller automatically as you move 

across the field from one grid to another. 

Flexing Its Wings 

The 8831 CFS is classified as a forward fold, but offers the additional benefits of a threesection 

flex frame. That means when you are planting, the outer wings will flex as they encounter 

31-Row 15" 

16-Row 30" 

8831 

Row Width 

15"/30" (38 cm/76 cm) 

Transport Width/Ht 12’11"/12’8" (3.94 m /3.86 m) 

Storage Length 29’0" (8.84 m) 

Frame 

3-Section Flex Forward Fold 

Tires Transport 

32/15.5 X 16.5, 14 ply 

Monitor 

Console I 

Marker Arms 

Trifold Breakaway 

uneven terrain … instead of the center serving as the only pivot point. As a result, you are assured 

of uniform contact with the ground for more accurate seed placement. 

The frame also distributes the weight of the planter evenly over the tires. This 

design reduces tongue weight, dramatically reducing the stress on the tractor drawbar. 


0 

e 

nit 

Map Based Variable Rate Seeding 


Point Row Shut-Off Clutches 












19

8816 and 8824 Narrow Transport Planters 

The Models 8816 and 8824-30 feature a narrow 

transport width of 12 feet (3.7 m). The Model 8816 is offered 

as 16-row, 30-inch row spacing and the Model 8824-30” 

is offered as a 24-row, 30-inch row spacing. Each model 

is available as ground drive or hydraulic drive and they 

conveniently fold from planting position to transport position 

without leaving the tractor cab. 

The Narrow Transport 

Advantage. 

The Models 8816 and 8824 combine the advantages of 

the White Planters positive air seed singling accuracy with 

the convenience of narrow transport. 

Liquid Fertilizer Option 

The 750 gallon (2839.1 L) liquid fertilizer attachment 

may also be combined with the Models 8816 or 8824 planters 

equipped with 2- or 3- bushel (0.07 or 0.11 m 2 ) seed hoppers. 

Double disc or single disc side knife liquid fertilizer openers 

may be used in combination with row-unit-mounted tillage 

coulters. An available factory-installed single piston pump and 

flow divider accurately meters fertilizer to each fertilizer opener 

on the Model 8816. A double piston pump and two 12-row 

flow dividers are offered for the Model 8824. 

16-Row 30" 

8816 

24-Row 30" 

8824 

Row Width 30" (76 cm) 30" (76 cm) 

Transport Width/ht 12’/12’ 8” (3.66m/3.86m) 12’/12’ 8” (3.66m/3.86m) 

Frame 3-Section Flex Forward Fold 3-Section Flex Forward Fold 

Tires 255-70R 22.5 255-70R 22.5 

Half Width Connect STD STD 


Central Fill System (CFS) 

When equipped with CFS, the Models 8816 and 8824 provide 

two 45-bushel (1.6 m 3 ) translucent polyethylene hoppers for 

extended planting between fill-ups and greatly reduce fill-up time. 

Convenient steps and platform are located at the rear of 

the planter for access to fill the hopper with seed. 

Map-Based Variable Rate Seeding 






•Tillage Coulter/Residue Manager Combo 

•Trash Masters 

•Disc Furrowers 



Single "V" Trench Press Wheel 


Liquid Fertilizer Attachments 

8816: 750 gal (2839 L) 

8824: 750 gal (2839 L) 


20

Frame Style 

The 8816 and 8824 planters from White Planters feature a 

three-section frame providing exceptional frame durability with 

user-friendly attachments including row-unit-mounted tillage 

attachments, and granular insecticide. The choice of 

a two-point hitch or drawbar hitch is offered. 

8816 and 8824 Narrow Transport Planters 

Productivity 

The Models 8816 and 8824 carry 90 bushels (3.2 m 3 ) of 

seed in the Central Fill System (CFS) or may be equipped with 

either 2 (0.07 m 3 ) or 3-bushel (0.11 m 3 ) individual seed hoppers. 

Transport 

Moving from field to field is more convenient than ever with 

the narrow transport width of only 12 feet (3.7 m). 

Wing Flex 

The 30-inch-row-width 8800 Series planters feature wing flex 

of 21 degrees up and 21 degrees down to provide uniform row unit 

depth control across the width of the planter in varying terrain. 

21

ATS Software 

Customers can create their own application plans by using the 

AGCO Advanced Techonology Solutions software suite of products 

for personal computers. 

Farm operators will find it easier to track field operations, gather 

data and analyze their farming operations with GTA100. GTA100 

Communicator allows operators to transfer data between 

machines and their PC. 

GTA200 Record Keeping software puts GTA100 data to use like 

never before. Users can plan field operations on their computer 

and transfer plans to the console for implementation. Once 

completed, field and operating data can be reviewed, downloaded 

and used to create invoices or a variety of reports to improve their 

bottom line. 

GTA300 Mapping PC software provides owner/operators with new 

customized map making and data management options. GTA300 

Mapping edits, sorts, and filters data to create customized single 

layered maps to help customers maintain and improve profitability. 

GTA300 builds on proven features of GTA100 and GTA200. 

GTA400 Precision Farming enables operators to create custom 

application plans for map-based variable-rate application. 

GTA400 requires the entire software package of GTA100 

Communicator, GTA200 Record Keeping, and GTA300 Mapping. 

The GTA Software provides operators with a full agronomy 

solution for their operation. 


Simply Advanced Technology 

For Simply Advanced Planters. 

ISOBUS 

Harness the full potential of White Planters with ISOBUS-Ready 

system. ISOBUS provides a single-point connection for seed 

drive control and seed monitor functions, and places the 

controls inside the cab at the operator’s fingertips. ISOBUS 

is an industry standard that enables single-point connection 

not only to AGCO-manufactured tractors, but any tractor that 

incorporates ISOBUS technology. 

22 

Multiple Implements, One Monitor 

The ISOBUS-Ready system incorporates either the Console I for 

variable-rate application, or the more powerful Console II for 

map-based variable-rate planting. 

Console I 

Console I enables operators to set 10 preset rates or 

customize a bump rate variable. This allows manual 

adjustment of planting rates for changing conditions from 

the operators seat. Also, AGCO-manufactured tractors 

equipped with Console I can be set up ISOBUS Ready. 

This allows the Console I, installed in the tractor, to operate 

a hydraulic drive planter. For tractors that are not ISOBUS- 

Ready, the planter can be ordered complete with the Console 

I and ISOBUS-Ready harness. This provides operators with 

all the equipment needed to get up and running.

Monitors 

The Console II provides the 

necessary power to control variablerate 

application plans for customers 

who want to vary planting rates 

based on field evaluation analysis. 

Console II also incorporates the 

ability to provide true as applied 

maps of the rate applied. Mapbased 

variable-rate planting automatically changes planting/seeding rates using a satellite signal 

to match a geo-referenced, predetermined plan. Task controller is also incorporated into the Console 

II. This feature enables operators to set up specific farms, fields, and jobs. Operators can build 

comprehensive records to track their operation and transfer data to their personal computers. 

Feature 

ISOBUS 

CONSOLE II CONSOLE I SM400SE SM300 SM100 

Seed Population X X X X –– 

Seed Spacing X X X X –– 

Row Failure X X X X X 

Average Population X X X X –– 

Acre Counter (Field) X X X X –– 

Acre Counter (Total) X X X X –– 

Ground Speed X X X X –– 

Seed Meter Speed X –– –– –– –– 

Hopper Level Sensor X X –– –– –– 

Self-Diagnostics X X O –– –– 

Menu-Based Programming X –– –– –– –– 

Seed Counter (Row) X X X X –– 

Max. Number of Rows 64 64 64 16 8 

Display Color LCD Color LCD LCD LCD LED 

High Seed Population X X X X 0 

Low Seed Population X X X X X 

X = Equipped –– = Not-Equipped O = Limited 

SM100 Seed Flow Monitor 

Monitors up to 8 rows of high-rate seed 

sensors and features an automatic sensor 

to detect seed flow. LED row indicators 

display the status of each seed sensor on the 

planter. Multiple row indicator options, along 

with LED brightness adjustment, enhance 

the effectiveness and ease-of-use of the 

economical SM100. 

SM300 Seed Population Monitor 

Monitors up to 16 rows of high-rate seed 

sensors. The Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) 

provides row information in bar graphs, 

gauges or flashing bar segments. During 

planting it monitors ground speed, area, and 

population count. The convenience features 

also allow for enlarging display text size for 

easier reading. 

SM400SE Seed Population Monitor 

Monitors up to 64 rows of high-rate or 

Seed Smart sensors, and one accessory 

input for a hopper level sensor. The SM400SE 

is compatible with planters with 12 rows and 

up. The user selects the type and number 

of parameters to be monitored. User 

definable displays include min/max/avg 

population, average seed spacing, population 

row scan, field acres, and total acres. 

23

Options & Attachments 

Single Disc Fertilizer Opener/Liquid Injector 

Designed for no-till, minimum till, and conventional tillage 

operations, this single disc fertilizer opener/liquid injector 

features a rubber-mounted tine injector nozzle for liquid 

fertilizer application. Liquid fertilizer is placed in the soil 

without the use of a knife, providing plug-free operation. 

Single Disc Fertilizer Opener/Side Knife 

Liquid or Granular Fertilizer Application 

Designed for no-till and minimum tillage applications, 

this single disc fertilizer opener features an 

austempered side profile knife to place fertilizer 

up to 4" (102 mm) deep, providing effective 

placement of fertilizer with minimal adjustment. 

Single Disc Fertilizer Opener/Trailing Knife 

Liquid or Granular Fertilizer Application 

Designed for no-till planting conditions, this 

17-inch (432 mm) disc and knife work well in firm, 

no-till soil that has residue on the soil surface. The 

disc cuts residue at the soil surface, and the trailing 

knife places the fertilizer with minimum 

soil disturbance. 

Double Disc Fertilizer Opener 

for Liquid or Dry Fertilizer Application 

Designed for conventional and minimum tillage 

applications. Two 13.5" (343 mm) diameter discs 

are C-spring mounted to an adjustable clamp. 

Row Unit Attachments 

Row-Unit-Mounted Tillage Coulter 

The row-unit-mounted coulter mounts directly to the face of 

the row unit and aligns directly ahead of the disc openers. 

The coulter and the row unit both work off the same parallel 

links for a precise alignment and depth relationship. The 

constant alignment of the coulter and disc openers assure 

that the seed is placed in a seed trench with no air space 

below the seed that could cause poor seed-to-soil contact and slow 

germination of the seed. 

Finger Residue Manager 

Ideal for medium to high residue levels, the 13" (330 mm) diameter 

steel finger wheels clear residue away from the seed opener. Adjusts in 

1/4" (6 mm) increments so you can set 

it low enough to move residue aside, 

yet high enough to avoid creating 

an unwanted trench. 

Combination Residue Manager/Blade (Row-Unit-Mounted) 

Finger wheels clear seedbed of loose residue while blade works 

seedbed path. Simply pin the residue wheels up to use the tillage 

coulter alone. 


70 pound (31.75 kg) hopper with slide-on lid is equipped with 

a chemical meter for applying insecticide or herbicide. Install two meters and hopper 

divider for applying both insecticide and herbicide. 

A 7" (177.8 mm) band spreader is standard with 

each insecticide attachment. A 14" (355.6 mm) band 

spreader is standard with each herbicide attachment. 

Optional spring tine incorporator mixes the chemicals 

with the soil. 


24

Row Unit Attachments 

Mounted 

Options & Attachments 

Closing Wheels 

Angled Rubber Press Wheels: 

Improve seed-to-soil contact in 

heavier soil and moderate no-till 

conditions. Adjust wheels by offsetting 

them or changing width from 1.25" 

to 2.88" (32 to 73 mm) for improved 

performance at various seed depth 

and soil conditions. Adjustable down 

pressure: 50 to 200 lbs. (23 to 91 kg). 

Angled Cast-Iron Press Wheels: 

Great for closing the toughest seed 

trench. Recommended for tough 

no-till. Adjust wheels by offsetting 

or changing width 1.25" to 2.88" 

(32 to 73 mm) for improved performance 

in high-residue and no-till conditions. 

Adjustable down pressure: 85 to 235 lbs. 

(39 to 107 kg). 

Single V Trench Press Wheel: 

Firms both sides of the seed trench in mellow 

soil conditions. Advantageous for shallow 

planting in tilled soil. The center of the seed 

trench is capped for a soft top. Down pressure 

at 1.5" (38 mm) planting depth is 50 lb. (23 kg) 

with single spring and 100 lb. (45 kg) with dual 

springs as shown. 

Standard-Duty Down Pressure 

Springs: Provide 5 to 115 lbs. 

(2 to 52 kg) down pressure. 

Recommended for improving row 

unit stabilization and penetrating 

moderate soil conditions. 

Heavy-Duty Down Pressure Springs: 

Provide 30 to 480 lbs. 

(14 to 218 kg) down pressure. 

Recommended for most no-till 

conditions. Required for row unit 

coulter and other row unit tillage 

attachments. 

5/16" Ripple Blade 

Creates little soil disturbance and 

operates well at all speeds. It provides 

a narrow seed trench of less than 3/4" 

(19 mm). For heavy residue or sod, 

this slices through the toughest conditions. 

3/4" Bubble Blade 

Wedges soils apart to provide a V seedtrack 

and operates well at most speeds. It provides 

a seed trench profile of less than 3/4" (19 

mm) in the bottom to 1-1/4" (32 mm) on 

the top. Works well in compacted soils 

with high residue. 

7/8" - 8-Flute Blade 

Mixes soil with surface residue, and 

operates well at higher speeds. It provides 

a seed trench width of 7/8" to 1-1/2" 

(22 to 38 mm). Cuts through residue very 

well and ideal for soft soil conditions. 

7/8" 13 and 25-Flute Blades 

The 13-flute provides aggressive soil 

and residue mixing. The 25-flute is less 

aggressive. Both operate well at most speeds. 

They provide a seed trench width of 7/8” to 

1-1/4: (22 to 32 mm). Cuts through residue 

very well and ideal for medium soils. 

Frame-Mounted Tillage Coulter 

The frame-mounted coulter gets its 

penetrating weight from the planter frame. 

It assures penetration without excessive 

stress placed on the row unit. The framemounted 

coulter is recommended for 

tough no-till conditions and for use in soils 

that may contain rocks or other obstacles 

because the coulter is taking the abuse 

and relieves the stress from the row unit 

(shown with residue manager and with 

strip-ridge till discs). 

Tillage Coulters 

Fertilizer Metering Guards & Attachments 

Drive Wheel Rock Guard: 

Protects drive chain from 

rocks and root balls. 

Bed Leveler: To level the 

seedbed in preparation 

for the seed opener. 

Recommended for soils 

with clods or small rocks. 

Piston Pump: 

The variable stroke, double-acting, 

single piston metering pump dispenses 

a consistent flow of liquid fertilizer. All 

internal parts that come in contact with 

fertilizer are stainless steel. 

Flow Divider Package: 

The piston pump flow divider provides 

optimum liquid fertilizer metering accuracy 

to each fertilizer opener. The application 

rate per acre remains constant over a wide 

range of planting speeds. 

Blower Inlet Screen: 

Protects blower system from residue. 

Disc Trash Master: 

Two 12" (305 mm) diameter solid discs 

clear a clean path in front of the seed 

openers. They move residue to the side 

to avoid hair pinning residue into the 

seed trench. Adjusts in 1/4" 

(6 mm) increments. 

25

White Planters 8000 Series Specifications 

Model Family 

Frame Type 

8100 Rigid 

pull-type, rigid, single bar 

8180 Forward Fold 

pull-type, horizontal forward fold 

flex, single bar, 2-section 

8200 Wing Fold 

pull-type, horizontal forward wing fold 

rigid or flex, single bar, 2-section 

8300 Rear Fold 

pull-type, rear fold “2 in 1" 

flex, single bar, 2-section 

8500 Flex Frame 1,4 

pull-type, forward wing fold, 

flex, single bar 1, 3-section 

8500 CFS Flex Frame 1 

pull-type, forward wing fold, 

flex, single bar 1 , 3-section 

Rows/Spacing Available 6RN, 8RN 12RN, 16RN 12RN in flex and rigid 12R30/13R15 12R30/23R15FN, 16R30, 24R20, 24R22, 

24R30, 16R30/31R15FN 

12R30/23R15FN, 16R30, 24R20, 24R22, 

24R30, 16R30/31R15FN 

Hitch on Planter Adjustable Clevis 2-Point hitch, ASAE Category II or III Adjustable Clevis Adjustable Clevis Adjustable Tab Hitch Adjustable Tab Hitch 

Frame Flex none 7˚ up/ 7˚ down 10˚ up/10˚ down on flex model 10˚ up/10˚ down on 12R30 configuration 8˚ up/8˚ down 8˚ up/8˚ down 

Frame Size in (mm) 7 x 7 (178 x 178) 7 x 7 (178 x 178) 7 x 7 (178mm x 178mm) 7 x 7 (178 x 178) 7 x 7 (178 x 178) 7 x 71 (178 x 178) 

Planting Capabilities 

Conventional till 

No-till 

Ridge-till 


No-till 

Ridge-till 


No-till 


No-till 


No-till 


No-till 

Drive - Standard 

ground 

chain & sprockets 

ground 


ground 


ground 


Drive - Optional none none none Console I or II controlled, ISO CAN-based variablerate 

hydraulic drive. 

Transmission - Standard 

Quick-adjust, center-mounted. Interchangeable 

sprockets provide 32 settings to obtain seed rate 

increments of less than 4%. 

2 transmissions, 1 on each wing, 

Quick-adjust. Interchangeable sprockets provide 

32 settings to obtain seed rate increments of less 

than 4%. 

2 transmissions, 1 on each wing, 



than 4%. 

2 contact drive transmissions, 1 on each wing. 



than 4%. 

Console I or II controlled, ISO CAN-based variable 

rate hydraulic drive. 

none 

Hydraulic controller & 

motor with infinite 

population settings 

Console I or II controlled, ISO CAN-based 

variable rate hydraulic drive. 

none 

hydraulic controller & 



Lift System wheel module w/hydraulic cylinder wheel module w/hydraulic cylinder wheel module w/hydraulic cylinder wheel module w/hydraulic cylinder wheel module w/hydraulic cylinder wheel module w/hydraulic cylinder 

Number 4 4 on 12R, 8 on 16R 

Optional 6 or 8 on 12R 

Tires 

Transport Tire Size 

Number of Trans Tires 

Total Tires per Planter 

Optional 

Metering Units 

Blower Drive - Standard 

9.5L-15, 6 ply 

4 

4 

– 

8000 Series, low pressure air 

system with hydraulically 

driven blower 

direct drive from tractor remote valve 

9.5L-15, 12 ply 

2 on 12R, 4 on 16R 

4 on 12R, 8 on 16R 

Addl 2 Trans & 2 Drive on 12R 



driven blower 


6 4 on 12/13R, 6 on 12/13R 

w/ optional gauge wheel lift cylinders 

9.5L-15, 12 ply 

4 

6 

– 



driven blower 


11L-15, 12 ply 

4 

6 

– 



driven blower 


6 on 23R, 8 on 16R, 8 on 24R, 

8 on 31R 

31x13.5L-15, 12 ply 

4 

8 (6 on 23R) 

– 



driven blower 


6 on 23R, 8 on 16R, 8 on 24R, 

8 on 31R 

31 x 13.5L-15, 12 ply 

4 

8 (6 on 23R) 

– 



driven blower 


- Optional 

pto-driven hydraulic pump 



pto-driven hydraulic pump on ground drive model 

pto-driven hydraulic pump & reservoir 

pto-driven hydraulic pump & reservoir 

Hopper Capacities 

Seed Hopper 2 bu (L) 

Herbicide Only lb (kg) 

Insecticide Only lb (kg) 

Herbicide & Insecticide lb (kg) 

2 or 3 (70.5 or 105.7) 

70 (31.8) 

70 (31.8) 

35/35 (15.9/15.9) 

2 or 3 (70.5 or 105.7) 

70 (31.8) 

70 (31.8) 

35/35 (15.9/15.9) 

2 or 3 (70.5 or 105.7) 

70 (31.8) 

70 (31.8) 

35/35 (15.9/15.9) 

2 or 3 (70.5 or 105.7) 

70 (31.8) 

70 (31.8) 

35/35 (15.9/15.9) 

2 or 3 (70.5 or 105.7) 

70 (31.8) 

70 (31.8) 

35/35 (15.9/15.9) 

Fertilizer Capability liquid or granular liquid or granular liquid liquid none none 

Markers - Standard 

Optional 

“vertical rigid arm on 6RN 

vertical bifold on 8R" 

flat fold breakaway for 8R 

trifold 

none 

trifold breakaway on 30" rows 

flat fold breakaway on 15" rows 

none 

flat fold breakaway on 23R 

trifold on 16R, 24R & 31R 

none 

Remote Control Valve Requirements 

Monitor - Standard 

2 for tractor hydraulic-driven blower 

1 with pto-driven blower pump 

SM100 

vertical bifold on 12R 

vertical bifold w/ extension on 16R 


trifold breakaway on 16R 



SM400SE 



SM400SE 



SM400SE on ground drive, 

Console I on hydraulic drive 



Console I 

90 (3172), 2 @ 45 (1586) 

70 (31.8) 

70 (31.8) 

35/35 (15.9/15.9) 

trifold breakaway on 23R 

trifold on 16R, 24R & 31R 

none 



Console I 

Optional 

SM300 

Console I 

Console I 

Console I or II 

Console II 

Console II 

Sensors - Standard 

High Rate 

High Rate 

High Rate 

High Rate 

High Rate 

High Rate 

Optional 

none 

Seed Smart 

Seed Smart 

Seed Smart 

ISOBUS-Ready No No No Yes, when equipped with 

hydraulic drive option 

Transport Width ft (m) 6RN - 16'1" (4.90) 

8RN - 20'9" (6.32) 

Note: 1 All models of 8500, except 24R30, use a 3" x 7" bar to mount row units to main 7" x 7" bar. 

2 

3-bushel hoppers cannot be used with herbicide and/or insecticide attachment or on vertical fold planters. 

3 

All planters with split rows feature lock-ups. 

4 

All 8500 models, excluding CFS, accept tow behind seed cart, SC144. 

Seed Smart 

Yes 

12RN & 16RN - 15' (4.57) 16'4" (4.98) 17'6" (5.33) 23R15 & 31R15 - 16'8" (5.08) 

16R30 - 16'2" (4.92) 

24R20 - 16'3" (4.95) 

24R22 - 15'8" (4.78) 

24R30 - 15'3" (4.65) 

Seed Smart 

Yes 

23R15 & 31R15 - 16'8" (5.08) 

16R30 - 16'2" (4.92) 

24R20 - 16'3" (4.95) 

24R22 - 15'8" (4.78) 

24R30 - 15'3" (4.65) 


26

White Planters 8000 Series Specifications 

8600 Double Bar 

pull-type, rigid, double bar 

split row capable 3 

8700 Rigid 

mounted, rigid, single bar 

8700 Vertical Fold 

mounted, vertical fold, single bar 

8700 Stacker Toolbar 

mounted, stack fold, single bar 

8816 

Narrow Transport 

8824 

Narrow Transport 

8831 

Narrow Transport /Narrow Row 

6RN 

8RN,12RN, 12RN 8R36, 8R38, 8R40, 12R30 16R 30 24R 30 31R15/16R30FN 

11R15, with split rows 

Adjustable Clevis Adjustable ASAE Category II or III Adjustable ASAE Category II or III Adjustable ASAE Category III or IIIN 3 Pt or Drawbar 3 Pt or Drawbar Adjustable Tab Hitch 

none none 7˚ up/ 0˚ down 5˚ up/ 5˚ down or pin rigid 21˚ up/ 21˚ down 21˚ up/ 21˚ down 10˚ up/ 10˚ down 

2 - 5 x 7 (127 x 178) 7 x 7 (178 x 178) 7 x 7 (178 x 178) 7 x 7 (178 x 178) 7 x 7 (178 x 178) 7 x 7 (178 x 178) 7 x 7 (178 x 178) 


No-till 

Ridge-till 

ground 


none 


32 settings to obtain seed rate increments of 

less than 4%. 


No-till 

Ridge-till 

ground 


Console I or II controlled, ISO CAN-based variablerate 

hydraulic drive on 12 row. 





No-till 

Ridge-till 

ground 


Console I or II controlled, ISO CAN-based variablerate 

hydraulic drive. 





No-till 

ground 



No-till 

Console I or II controlled, ISO CAN-based variable 

rate hydraulic drive. 


No-till 




No-till 



none Ground Drive Chain and Sprockets Ground Drive Chain and Sprockets none 

3 transmissions on 12RN, 1 on 8R 













wheel module w/hydraulic cylinder tractor three-point hitch tractor three-point hitch tractor three-point hitch wheel module w/hydraulic cylinder wheel module w/hydraulic cylinder wheel module w/hydraulic cylinder 

4 tractor 3 pt + optional rear lift assist tractor 3 pt + optional rear lift assist 8 8 (10 optional) 6 

9.5L-15, 6 ply 

4 

4 

– 



driven blower 


9.5L-15, 6 ply 

– 

2 (4 on 12R 30") 

2 on lift assist models 



driven blower 


9.5L-15, 6 ply 

– 

4 

2 on lift assist models 



driven blower 


9.5L-15, 6 ply 

– 

2 on 8R, 4 on 12R 

– 



driven blower 


255-70R 22.5 radial load range H 

4 

8 

– 



driven blower 


255-70R 22.5 radial load range H 

4 

8 

2 addl Trans tires 



driven blower 


32/15.5 X 16.5, 14 ply 

4 

6 

– 



driven blower 



pto-driven hydraulic pump on ground drive 

models 

pto-driven hydraulic pump on ground drive models 


pto-driven hydraulic pump and reservoir 



2 or 3 (70.5 or 105.7) 

70 (31.8) 

70 (31.8) 

35/35 (15.9/15.9) 

2 or 3 (70.5 or 105.7) 

70 (31.8) 

70 (31.8) 

35/35 (15.9/15.9) 

2 (70.5) 

70 (31.8) 

70 (31.8) 

35/35 (15.9/15.9) 

2 (70.5) 

70 (31.8) 

70 (31.8) 

35/35 (15.9/15.9) 

2 or 3 or 90 CFS 

70 (31.8) 

70 (31.8) 

35/35 (15.9/15.9) 

2 or 3 or 90 CFS 

70 (31.8) 

70 (31.8) 

35/35 (15.9/15.9) 

90 (3172), 2 @ 45 (1586) 

70 (31.8) 

70 (31.8) 

35/35 (15.9/15.9) 

liquid & granular none none none liquid liquid none 

vertical rigid arm on 6R 

vertical bi fold arm on 8R 


vertical bifold arm 

flat fold breakaway 

vertical bifold arm 

none 

2-section, rear fold 

none 

trifold breakaway 

none 


none 


none 



SM100 

SM300 

High Rate 



SM100 up to 8R, SM400SE on 

12R ground drive, 

Console I on 12R hydraulic drive 

SM300 up to 8R, 

Console I or II on 12R 

High Rate 



SM400SE on 

12R ground drive, 

Console I on 12R hydraulic drive 

Console I or II on 12R 

High Rate 



SM100 on 8R, SM400SE on 12R 

SM300 on 8R, Console I on 12R 

High Rate 




Console I on Hydraulic drive 


High Rate 




Console I on Hydraulic drive 


High Rate 



Console I 

Console II 

High Rate 

none 

No 

Seed Smart on 12R 

Yes, when equipped with 


6RN - 16'0" (4.88) 8RN - 20'9" (6.32) 

12RN - 30'9" (9.37) 

Seed Smart 

Seed Smart on 12R 

Seed Smart 

Seed Smart 

Seed Smart 

Yes, when equipped with 

No Yes Yes Yes 


12RN - 21'4" (6.50 ) 8R36 - 15'3" (4.65) 

12' (3.65) 12' (3.65) 12'11" (3.94) 

8R38-40 - 17'7" (5.36) 

12R30 - 20'8" (6.30) 

27

© 2009 AGCO Corporation. AGCO is a registered trademark of AGCO. 

AGCO, Your Agriculture Company, is a premier manufacturer of agricultural equipment, providing high-tech solutions for professional farmers feeding the world. 

The company is dedicated to delivering superior customer service, innovation and quality. AGCO products are distributed in more than 140 countries worldwide. 

AGCO‚ may at any time, and from time to time, for technical or other necessary 

reasons, modify any of the data, specifications or warranty of the products 

described herein. Some equipment shown may be optional. The information 

contained in this brochure is intended to be of a general nature only, 

specific operations may vary from the average, and both crop and machine 

management, as well as the weather, are important factors in the end result. 

Attention: Photographs in this publication may show protective shields or guards 

open or removed for the purposes of illustration. Be certain all shields and 

guards are in place during operation. Printed in the U.S.A. 

Additional information available at www.whiteplanter.agcocorp.com. 

AGCO Corporation • 4205 River Green Parkway • Duluth, Georgia 30096 

Fax: 770-813-6038 • www.agcocorp.com • WP09157 (02) 8 PD

8000 SERIES PLANTERS - Challenger

Create successful ePaper yourself

Delete template?

Save as template?