
DH53 Series Offset Disks
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Key Features & Specs
- Adjustable disk blade scrapers
- Rear hitch for attaching additional implement
- Transport locks secure disk wings
- Oil bath tapered roller bearings minimize maintenance

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Disk blade sizes and weight per blade provide superior ground penetration
Available in notched disk blades for front and rear
Notched disk blades available in three sizes
Disk blades on the DH53 Series Offset Disks are available in 71.1-cm, 76.2-cm, or 81.3-cm (28-in., 30-in, or 32-in.) diameter. The weight per blade on these disks ranges from 152.9 kg to 241.8 kg (337 lb to 533 lb) for superior penetration in tough soil conditions.
Only notched disk blades for front and rear are available on the DH53 Series models.
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Two separate control arms create consistent performance
Control arms level in ground and during transport
Easy to set for desired soil condition
Two separate control arms are standard, one for transport leveling and one for leveling while the disk is in the ground. Once set for a given soil condition, the disk will continue to perform with consistency.
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Rear hitch for attaching an additional implement
Allows operator to pull an additional implement
A rear hitch is available for operators wanting to pull an additional implement such as a harrow or drag.
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Clevis hitch is durable for those tough working conditions
Clevis hitch makes hookup easy
Clevis hitch is built strong for tough jobs
The clevis hitch has a durable design and is designed for ease of use, long life, and tough working conditions.
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Adjustable disk blade scrapers increase productivity
Scrapers clean disk blades
Scrapers work great in wet and sticky soils
Adjustable disk blade scrapers keep disk blades clean and performing in wet and sticky soils for increased productivity.
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End washers and wrenches keep gang shaft end nut tight
Keeping gangs tightened increases wear life
Gang nut wrenches are always there when needed
End washers help keep the gang shaft end nut tightened during operation, increasing gang wear life.
Two gang nut wrenches are supplied with each unit and securely attached to the unit, ready to use when the gangs need tightening.
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Oil bath tapered roller bearings minimize maintenance
Minimal maintenance increases work hours
Sealed with industrial-grade seals
Oil bath tapered roller bearings, sealed with industrial-grade seals, keep maintenance to a minimum and profitable working hours at a maximum. The bearings come complete with a wear plate.
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Transport locks secure disk wings
Transport locks secure disk wings cylinder
Transport locks are standard, ensuring disk wings are in secure transport mode.
Available blade sizes
Blade option two | 762x9.5 mm 30x0.375 in. |
Blade option three | 813x9.5 mm 32x0.375 in. |
Blade option one | 711x9.5 mm 28x0.375 in. |
Disk blades
Blade concavity | Standard: high Optional: low |
Spacing | 30.5 cm 12 in. |
Quantity | 21 |
Type | Notched (front) Notched (rear) Standard |
Disk gangs
Front angle | 2 Positions |
Axle size | 6.4 cm 2.5 in. |
Scrapers | Adjustable |
Rear angle | 2 Positions |
Axle material | Round Heat Treated Alloy Steel Threaded on Both Ends |
Bearing standards | Welded, Reinforced |
Bearing wear plates | Standard |
Bearing type | Oil Bath Tapered Roller |
Frame
Duty | Heavy |
Tube size | 15.2x15.2x0.95 cm 6 x 6 x 3/8 in. |
Type | Single Offset Rigid |
Hitch
Front hitch type | Spade |
Lighting and safety
Safety tow chain | Yes |
Markings | SMV |
Lights | Yes |
Set-up time
Labor hours | 2-3 for two people |
Tires
Type | Implement - Quantity of 4 |
Size | 12.5L x 15 10 ply in. |
Wheel hub type | 8 Bolt |
Tractor requirements
Recommended PTO hp range | 105-132 kW 141-176 hp |
Recommended drawbar hp range | 89.5-111.9 kW 120-150 hp |
Transport
Ground clearance with base blades | 22.9 cm 9 in. |
Wheel hub bearings | Dual Tapered Roller Bearings |
Width | 3.4 m 11 ft |
Warranty
Time period | 1 year |
Weight
Net | 3866.9 kg 8525 lb |
Weight per disk blade | 203.7 kg 449 lb |
Working
Approximate working width | 3 m 10 ft |
Maximum penetration | 22.9 cm 9 in. |
