Lemken Karat 10 Cultivator
The LEMKEN Karat 10 Cultivator is built to handle a wide range of tillage tasks with one machine. Designed for everything from ultra-shallow stubble cultivation to deep soil loosening, the Karat 10 can be equipped with different share options to match changing field conditions throughout the season. Available in working widths from 9.8 to 23 ft (3 to 7 m), it combines high residue clearance, hydraulic working depth adjustment and maintenance-friendly features to help producers improve productivity while reducing downtime. Its modular design allows the cultivator to adapt to different tillage strategies without requiring major machine changes.
Karat 10 Highlights
- Performs shallow stubble cultivation through to deep soil loosening with one machine.
- Working widths from 9.8 to 23 ft (3 to 7 m) suit a wide range of operations.
- Quick-change share system allows fast adaptation to changing field conditions.
- Different share options are available for shallow, medium and deep cultivation.
- Hydraulic working depth adjustment provides convenient in-cab control.
- High frame clearance helps move heavy crop residue with reduced risk of plugging.
- Individual tine overload protection helps protect the machine in rocky conditions.
- Wide range of rear rollers helps match soil finishing requirements.
- Modular design allows the cultivator to be configured for different tillage objectives.
Specifications
| Specification | Karat 10/400 K(U)A | Karat 10/500 K(U)A | Karat 10/600 K(U)A | Karat 10/700 K(U)A | Karat 10/400 KA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Working Width | 13.1 ft | 16.4 ft | 19.7 ft | 23.0 | 13.1 |
| Recommended Tractor Power | 206–280 hp | 257–350 hp | 304–420 hp | 360–490 hp | - |
| Weight | - | - | - | - | 8,951 lb |
| Weight (without roller) | 9,259 lb | 10,428 lb | 11,288 lb | 12,346 lb | - |
| Number of Tines | 13 | 16 | 19 | 22 | 13 |
| Disc Pairs | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | - |
| Line Spacing | 12.2 in. | 12.2 in. | 12.2 in. | 12.2 in. | - |
| Beam Spacing (Tines) | 39.4 in. | 39.4 in. | 39.4 in. | 39.4 in. | - |
| Overall Length | 33.2 ft | 33.2 ft | 33.2 ft | 33.2 ft | - |
What tillage jobs is the LEMKEN Karat 10 designed for?
The Karat 10 is designed for multiple tillage applications, including shallow stubble cultivation, medium-depth cultivation and deep soil loosening. Different share options allow the machine to be adapted to changing field conditions throughout the year.
How does the Karat 10 adapt to different soil conditions?
The cultivator uses a quick-change share system, allowing operators to switch between different share types without extensive downtime. This flexibility makes it suitable for different residue levels, cultivation depths and soil conditions.
Can the working depth be adjusted from the tractor?
Yes. The Karat 10 features hydraulic working depth adjustment, allowing operators to make depth changes conveniently from the tractor cab as field conditions change.
How does the Karat 10 perform in heavy crop residue?
The three-row frame design, generous underframe clearance and wide tine spacing allow large amounts of crop residue to flow through the machine, helping reduce blockages while maintaining consistent cultivation.
Why is the Karat 10 a good fit for Southern Alberta farms?
For farms that require both shallow residue management and occasional deep tillage, the Karat 10 provides the flexibility to complete multiple operations with a single cultivator. Its adaptable share system and hydraulic adjustments make it well suited for varying soil conditions across Southern Alberta.