Purpose-built.
Not adapted.
Not compromised.
The Spyder is a purpose-built disc drill for stripped straw, heavy residue, and low-disturbance seeding. Its patented Gent Undercut opener system uses a 17-inch lead blade at a precise 22.5-degree angle to cut through dense residue mats and place seed directly into moisture — without the hairpinning, sidewall fracturing, and plugging that show up when conventional disc drills hit their limits.
Why operators switch to the Spyder
Five areas where the Spyder was engineered differently from drills that were adapted from another platform.
Better residue flow
Heavy standing stripped straw and damp residue mats get trapped between closely packed steel brackets and low-hanging structures, causing plugging, bunching, and material buildup.
An open row-unit layout with fewer obstruction points allows residue to move through the machine instead of building up and stalling the discs or entire machine. Row-unit clearance and removal of pinch points helps heavy residue and biomass continue flowing under difficult field conditions.
- Open-architecture row-unit layout
- Fewer material catch points
- Maximized row-unit clearance
- Designed for stripped straw and heavy biomass
Consistent penetration. Reduced hairpinning.
Standard disc drills often push residue into the seed slot instead of cutting through it cleanly, especially in heavy residue mats and changing terrain.
Heavy residue mats expose the weakness in many disc drills. The patented Gent Undercut opener system uses a 17-inch lead blade positioned at a precise 22.5-degree angle to stay engaged in the residue mat while frame weight, mechanical downforce, and 34 inches of opener travel maintain penetration into moisture through washouts, hilltops, terraces, and uneven field conditions.
- Patented Gent Undercut opener system
- 17-inch lead blade
- 22.5-degree opener angle
- 34 inches of vertical opener travel
- Mechanical downforce with in-cab adjustment
Low disturbance. Locked-in moisture.
Throwing soil and fracturing sidewalls dries out the seed zone and disrupts the residue layer protecting moisture.
The Gent Undercut opener uses a 17-inch lead blade paired with a 15-inch trailing blade to cut a narrow furrow profile — placing seed directly into moisture without displacing soil sideways or fracturing the seed zone walls. A trailing packer wheel immediately seals the furrow for consistent seed-to-soil contact.
Each opener is mounted on a dedicated trailing pivot, allowing the row unit to steer naturally through curves and uneven terrain while providing lateral rock relief.
- 17-inch lead blade with 15-inch trailing blade
- Narrow furrow profile
- Immediate furrow sealing with packer wheel
- Surface residue preservation
- Trailing pivot opener design
Unmatched access. Simplified maintenance.
Routine maintenance on most disc drills requires blocking the machine up or crawling into tight row-unit spaces to access wear components.
Higher frame clearance creates more working space around the row units. A patented Service Mode shifts the rear section back from the in-cab touchscreen, creating dedicated access to the opener assemblies without blocking up the machine. It's the only system of its kind on a disc drill.
As the blades wear down, the 17-inch lead blade can be moved to the trailing hub to replace the 15-inch blade, providing 4 inches of usable blade wear.
- Patented Service Mode for opener access
- Higher frame clearance
- Simplified opener architecture
- 4 inches of usable blade wear
Compact transport. Purpose-built geometry.
Moving large equipment between fields costs time. Most disc drills this size fold into a wide, tall transport profile that's slow on the road and awkward to store.
The patented M-fold design gives the Spyder its name — and its transport advantage. On 60, 66, and 74-foot models, the M-fold delivers a more compact transport profile than any comparably sized disc drill on the market, typically fitting within the duals of the air cart.
Faster moves between fields. Less road width to manage. When the season is done, the M-fold geometry means the Spyder takes up significantly less shed space than a comparably sized disc drill.
- Patented M-fold design on 60, 66, and 74-foot models
- More compact transport than any comparable disc drill
- Typically fits within the duals of the air cart
- Less shed space required when stored
- One-touch fold and unfold from the cab
Operator Control
Built for changing field conditions — with in-cab controls and pressure management.
Built for changing field conditions.
In-Cab Controls & Pressure Management
The touchscreen monitor integrates toolbar functions, folding sequences, and Service Mode. Four operator-configurable down-pressure presets let you respond from the cab to varying soil types, hard-packed areas, wet conditions, and changing residue levels — without stopping to manually reset the machine.
Four Pressure Presets
Operator-configurable down-pressure presets for varying soil types, hard-packed areas, wet conditions, and changing residue levels.
In-Cab Hydraulic Adjustment
Adjust center, inner, and outer wing pressure independently from the touchscreen.
Touchscreen Integration
Toolbar functions, folding sequences, and Service Mode all controlled from one monitor.
Quick Adjustment
Respond to changing soil and residue conditions on the fly without stopping.
Manage hitch settings from the cab — without stopping.
Four operator-selectable hitch settings are controlled directly from the touchscreen monitor, allowing operators to adjust how the Spyder tracks and responds across varying terrain and field conditions.
Unlocked is the standard setting, allowing the hitch to move freely during normal operation and transport around the yard. Lock Mode increases hitch stability when backing up to the air cart or operating in steeper terrain.
Restriction Mode is designed for rolling and uneven terrain, limiting hitch movement to improve stability and reduce unwanted steering movement in changing field conditions.
Skew Correction Mode is available for specialized side-hill conditions where additional hitch correction may be required.
- Four operator-selectable hitch settings
- Cab-controlled through the touchscreen monitor
- Lock Mode for backing up and added stability
- Restriction Mode for rolling and uneven terrain
- Adjustable hitch behavior for varying field conditions
Inter-Row Coulters
Independent mid-row fertilizer placement when conditions call for it.
Independent mid-row fertilizer placement when conditions call for it.
Inter-Row Coulters (IRCs) place fertilizer between seed rows using offset double-disc openers — keeping nutrients out of the seed zone while maintaining compatibility with low-disturbance seeding systems.
When seeding pulse crops or applications where fertilizer placement isn't required, the IRC openers lift completely out of the ground from the cab — no manual disengagement, no stopping. The IRCs can also run independently of the seed openers for straight fertilizer banding.
- Offset double-disc fertilizer openers
- Mechanical depth stops
- Liquid-ready configurations available
Integration
Designed for compatibility with major air cart brands and modern tractor systems.
Compatible with major air cart brands.
Cart Compatibility
The Spyder is designed for compatibility with a wide range of air cart systems without forcing operators into a proprietary tank ecosystem.
- Compatible with major air cart brands
- 2.5-inch and 3-inch primary line adaptability
- Available in tow-between or tow-behind configurations
Transport & Configurations
The Spyder is available in 40, 60, 66, and 74 feet. All models are designed to typically fit within the duals of the air cart.
- One-touch fold and unfold
- M-fold design on 60, 66, and 74-foot models
- Typically within the duals of the air cart
Reduced Hydraulic Requirements
The Spyder relies on frame weight and mechanical downforce to maintain penetration — not hydraulics. At less than 10 GPM continuous flow, it leaves tractor capacity available for the high-demand fans on modern air carts.
- Less than 10 GPM continuous hydraulic flow
- Reduced hydraulic demand
- Designed for modern air cart systems
Technical Specifications
| Specification | S40 / S40i | S60 / S60i | S66 / S66i | S74 / S74i |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Working Widths | 40' | 60' | 66' | 74' |
| Row Spacing Options | 7.5" / 8.0" / 10.0" / 12.0" | 7.5" / 10.0" / 12.0" | 7.62" / 9.90" / 12.38" | 7.93" / 10.09" / 12.33" |
| Lead Blade Size | 17" | |||
| Trailing Blade Size | 15" | |||
| Opener Travel | 34" vertical (12" down, 22" up) | |||
| Leading Blade Angle | 22.5 degrees | |||
| Hydraulic Requirement | Less than 10 GPM continuous flow | |||
| Transport Width | 19' 2" | 19' 8" | 19' 7" | 24' 2" |
| Transport Height | 16' | 15' 11" | 17' 9" | 18' 6" |
| Primary Distribution | 2.5" (or 3" with adapter) | |||
| Cart Configuration | Tow-between or tow-behind | |||
| IRC Available | Yes (i models) | Yes (i models) | Yes (i models) | Yes (i models, 10"+ spacing) |
| Base Machine Weight | 43,500 - 51,800 lbs | 55,500 - 75,300 lbs | 58,000 - 79,200 lbs | 61,480 - 77,000 lbs |
i models include Inter-Row Coulters (IRC). Weight and HP vary by row spacing and configuration.
Frequently Asked Questions
The 60, 66 and 74-foot models use the patented M-fold design — delivering more compact transport geometry than any comparably sized disc drill on the market and typically fitting within the duals of the air cart.
The best way to know if it fits your operation is to talk to a dealer who knows your region. They can walk you through configurations, air cart compatibility, and whether the Spyder matches your system.
Does the Spyder fit your operation?
Talk with a K-Hart dealer about configurations, air cart compatibility, and whether the Spyder fits your operation.