Farm machinery for New Zealand
Scimitar land rollers are designed to support paddock preparation, pasture maintenance and soil consolidation across New Zealand farming conditions. The range includes transfer and rubber tyred rollers for different jobs, from improving seed-to-soil contact after drilling to repairing pugging and pressing stones below the surface. Explore the models below or contact the Scimitar team for help choosing the right farm roller for your tractor and property.
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A quality land roller can help improve paddock condition while making routine farm work more efficient. By applying controlled pressure across the ground, rollers can consolidate loose soil, press stones below the surface and reduce unevenness caused by livestock or wet conditions. This can create a smoother working surface for tractors, mowers, rakes and other agricultural machinery.
Scimitar land rollers are designed for practical operation in demanding farming environments. Robust construction and straightforward, serviceable components help reduce maintenance requirements and keep machinery available when seasonal work needs to be completed. Choosing a roller suited to the job can also reduce repeated passes, improve working efficiency and help farmers make better use of their existing tractors.
Land rollers can be used throughout the farming cycle, from preparing ground after drilling to restoring paddocks affected by winter grazing. Rubber tyred rollers provide an even, flat rolling action that helps improve seed-to-soil contact after sowing. This can support more consistent establishment while leaving a smoother surface across the paddock.
Transfer rollers are suited to heavier pasture maintenance tasks. Their adjustable weight-transfer system allows downward pressure to be altered from the tractor seat, helping farmers repair pugging, push stones into the ground and consolidate softer land. Because the roller is attached through a hydraulic three-point linkage, it can also be lifted when crossing wet areas or during transport.
Choosing the right land roller depends on the job being completed, the ground conditions and the tractor available. Farmers should consider whether the main requirement is post-drilling consolidation, general paddock smoothing or heavier repair work following pugging and wet weather.
The Scimitar Rubber Tyred Roller is designed for flat, even compaction. Its large tyres follow the ground surface and make it particularly suitable for use after sowing, where consistent seed-to-soil contact is required. It has a three-metre rolling width and can be filled with water to increase its operating weight to approximately 1.8 tonnes.
The Scimitar Transfer Roller is better suited to operations requiring adjustable downward pressure and greater flexibility. Its hydraulic three-point linkage transfers part of the tractor’s weight onto the roller, with up to three additional tonnes of pressure available. Models have working widths between 2.75 and three metres and are intended for four-wheel-drive tractors between 80 and 150 horsepower.
Land rollers are used to consolidate soil, smooth paddocks and press stones or surface irregularities into the ground. Depending on the roller design, they may also be used after drilling to improve seed-to-soil contact or following wet conditions to repair pugged pasture.
A transfer roller uses a hydraulic three-point linkage to transfer part of the tractor’s weight onto the roller. This creates adjustable downward pressure for tasks such as repairing pugging and pressing stones into the surface. A rubber tyred roller uses multiple large tyres to provide an even, flat rolling action suited to consolidation after sowing and general paddock smoothing.
The Scimitar Rubber Tyred Roller is specifically designed for ground consolidation after drilling. Its flat rolling action helps increase contact between the seed and surrounding soil without using pointed or penetrating roller elements.
Both Scimitar models can be used to improve paddocks affected by pugging. The Transfer Roller provides adjustable downward pressure for more demanding repair work, while the Rubber Tyred Roller can help level lighter surface damage when ground conditions are suitable.
The Scimitar Transfer Roller is designed for four-wheel-drive tractors between 80 and 150 horsepower. The appropriate model will also depend on the roller width, property conditions and planned application.
Yes. The Transfer Roller uses a hydraulic system that transfers tractor weight onto the roller, allowing downward pressure to be adjusted from the tractor seat. The Rubber Tyred Roller can be filled with water to increase its operating weight to approximately 1.8 tonnes.
The Transfer Roller is mounted through a hydraulic three-point linkage, allowing it to be lifted for transport or when crossing unsuitable ground. The Rubber Tyred Roller has a removable drawbar and is designed to be towed between working areas. Buyers should still check the working and transport dimensions before choosing a model.
Pricing may vary according to the roller model, size and selected configuration. Customers can submit an enquiry through the Scimitar website or contact the Masterton team for current pricing, availability and product advice.
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