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ADB-380 3 Rows Potato Machinery for Fertilizers

Welcome to India Watanabe Soil Stabilizer Co., Ltd., your certified India Manufacturer and leading specialist in high-speed, precision Potato Machinery for Fertilizers. The ADB-380 3 Rows model is engineered specifically for the stringent nutrient requirements of commercial potato crops. Boasting an ultra-efficient operational speed of 8-10 km/h and requiring only 75 cv minimum power, the ADB-380 ensures nutrients are delivered quickly and accurately to three rows simultaneously. With its lightweight 600 Kg design and large 350 Kg per row bunker capacity, this machine minimizes field time and maximizes fuel economy, making it the definitive choice for securing high-quality potato yields across the Indian subcontinent.

ADB-380 3 Rows Potato Machinery for Fertilizers Technical Specifications:

The ADB-380 is precision-engineered for speed and efficiency in potato row cultivation.

Specification	Value (ADB-380)	Unit	Significance in India
Model	ADB-380 (Potato Machinery for Fertilizers)	–	Standard 3-Row Precision Applicator.
Number Rows	3	–	Optimized for efficient three-row coverage in potato beds.
Empty Weight	600	Kg	Lightweight: Ensures high speed and minimal soil compaction.
Min. Engine Power	75	cv (HP)	Fuel Efficiency: Ideal for low-HP, high-utilization tractors.
Working Speed	8-10	km/h	Core Advantage: Highest operational speed in its class.
Bunker Capacity (Per Row)	350	Kg	Large individual capacity ensures fewer refills.
Linkage Category	2	–	Standard robust connection.

Precision for Potato Cultivation: Maximizing Tuber Yield

The ADB-380’s engineering is customized to address the unique growth and nutritional needs of potato crops, enhancing both yield quantity and tuber quality.

Optimal Nutrient Placement for the Potato Root Zone

The key to high potato yield is ensuring nutrients are available during the critical tuber initiation and bulking stages. The ADB-380 utilizes specialized opener shoes designed for precise deep placement of fertilizer, typically positioning the band below and to the side of where the seed potato will drop. This placement method:

1. Promotes Root Growth: Encourages aggressive root development towards the nutrient band.

2. Prevents Seed Burn: Ensures high-concentration nutrients do not directly contact the vulnerable seed piece, a common problem with broadcast application.

3. Sustains Bulking: Provides a concentrated nutrient source during the heavy bulking phase, which is essential for maximizing tuber size and dry matter content.

High-Speed Operation: Minimizing the Planting Window

Potato planting is often constrained by narrow weather windows, especially with the onset of the monsoon. The ADB-380’s capability to operate at 8-10 km/h significantly cuts down the time required to complete the fertilization component of the planting process. This fast turnaround ensures that the expensive Potato Planters can proceed immediately, guaranteeing the entire crop is established before unpredictable weather hits.

75 CV Low Power Requirement and 600 Kg Lightweight Design

The 600 Kg Empty Weight and 75 CV minimum requirement minimize soil compaction within the potato rows. Since potatoes thrive in loose, well-aerated soil, reducing compaction allows for better tuber expansion and easier harvest with Potato Diggers, ultimately improving overall field output.

The Imperative of Potato Nutrient Management:

The ADB-380 is a strategic asset for addressing the agronomic challenges specific to commercial potato farming in India.

Combating Nutrient Runoff and Erosion

In potato cultivation, row formation increases the risk of erosion, especially during intense rains. The ADB-380’s deep-band placement strategy ensures that fertilizer is locked into the soil structure, drastically reducing nutrient runoff and safeguarding water quality. This contrasts sharply with surface-applied fertilizers, which are highly susceptible to loss in sloped fields or during heavy monsoon periods in states like Himachal Pradesh.

Mitigating Common Potato Diseases (Nutrient Focus)

Balanced nutrient availability, particularly potassium and calcium (micronutrients are often included in the blend in the 350 Kg bunker capacity), is crucial for building plant defenses against common threats like late blight and scab. The ADB-380 ensures these nutrients are placed uniformly and consistently across all 3 Rows, promoting healthy, resilient plants right from the start.

Applications in Diverse Potato Production Regions

The ADB-380 is optimized for key potato-producing areas:

• North India (Punjab, Haryana): Used for rapid, high-volume application in vast, mechanized potato farms.

• South India (Karnataka, AP): Provides deep placement stability required in abrasive red and laterite soils.

Live Experience: Quantified Field Performance

We provide quantifiable data and verified customer reports demonstrating the superior operational efficiency and durability of the ADB-380 in potato fields.

Customer Story 1: Speed and Uniformity in Haryana’s Potato Fields

Mr. Rajeev Sharma, operating a 200-acre potato farm in Haryana, needed to synchronize fertilization with his planting schedule. His older machine limited his speed to 4 km/h.

The Solution: Mr. Sharma acquired the lightweight ADB-380 3 Rows Potato Machinery for Fertilizers. Paired with his efficient 80 cv tractor, he reported running the machine consistently at 9 km/h.

The Result: He cut the fertilization operation time by over 50%. The machine’s low-draft design allowed him to operate efficiently, resulting in a measurable 15% reduction in diesel consumption per acre compared to his older implement. Crucially, the final harvest analysis showed 95% uniformity in tuber sizing across the three fertilized rows, directly attributable to the precise nutrient band placement.

Customer Story 2: Durability and Placement in Coastal Andhra Pradesh

A large farming enterprise near Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, required a durable machine that could place complex fertilizer blends accurately in the slightly acidic coastal soils.

The Solution: They chose the ADB-380 for its robust frame and the large 350 Kg per row bunker capacity, significantly reducing refill stops. They noted the consistent performance of the opener shoes in the abrasive red soil.

The Result: The deep placement technology successfully reduced fertilizer waste due to heavy rains. The maintenance team reported the machine provided predictable performance with zero structural failures and minimal unscheduled downtime over a full season, making the long-term Fertilizers Machine Price in India highly competitive.

Corporate Profile: The India Watanabe Advantage

Your Trusted India Manufacturer for Soil Machinery

India Watanabe Soil Stabilizer Co., Ltd. is a certified India Manufacturer and the dedicated regional subsidiary of the globally recognized Watanabe group. Our core mission is to provide high-efficiency, durable machinery—from precision tools like the ADB-380 Potato Machinery for Fertilizers to heavy-duty equipment like the THOR Stone Crusher—that directly addresses the unique challenges posed by India’s diverse soil types, monsoon conditions, and rapid infrastructure expansion. We are committed to mechanical simplicity, longevity, and superior local support.

A Legacy of Engineering Excellence, Rooted in Gujarat

Our operational headquarters and dedicated manufacturing base are strategically located in Ahmedabad (Gandhinagar Region), Gujarat. This central location provides us with a strategic advantage, enabling us to efficiently manage logistics and provide rapid, responsive technical support and spares availability across major agricultural states. Our adherence to rigorous manufacturing quality standards ensures that every piece of machinery provides predictable, sustained performance and the industry’s lowest long-term running costs.

Expert Knowledge Hub 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about the ADB-380 Potato Machinery for Fertilizers

• Q: What is the highest recommended speed for the ADB-380, and is it accurate at that speed?

  • A: The highest recommended speed is 10 km/h. The machine maintains high uniformity and accuracy even at the highest speeds, utilizing its lightweight 600 Kg frame and ground-wheel metering system.

• Q: What is the minimum tractor horsepower (HP) required?

  • A: The machine requires a minimum engine power of 75 cv (HP). This highly efficient power requirement makes the ADB-380 compatible with most common mid-sized tractors in India.

• Q: How much fertilizer can the ADB-380 carry in total?

  • A: The ADB-380 has a 3 Rows configuration, with 350 Kg per row bunker capacity. This provides a substantial total capacity, minimizing costly refill stops in the field.

• Q: Can the ADB-380 be used on recently tilled potato fields?

  • A: Yes, the lightweight 600 Kg design and low-draft openers are ideal for use on recently tilled ground (e.g., following a PSW-3200 Rotavator pass), ensuring precision without causing excessive re-compaction.

Metering and Delivery: The Science of Accurate Nutrient Flow

The ADB-380 utilizes a ground-wheel-driven metering system, ensuring the fertilizer application rate is precisely proportional to the ground speed. This mechanical system eliminates the risk of over- or under-application when the tractor’s speed fluctuates between 8 km/h and 10 km/h. The delivery is achieved via gravity-fed drops into the opener shanks, guaranteeing that the nutrients flow directly from the 350 Kg bunker capacity to the targeted deep placement zone for all three potato rows simultaneously.

Complementary Potato Production Solutions

For maximum potato yield and quality, synchronize the ADB-380 with other essential potato machinery.

Precision Potato Planting and Harvesting

• Potato Planters (PAI/PANTHER): (Internal Link) The ADB-380 works seamlessly just ahead of our Potato Planters, ensuring the fertilizer is placed optimally before the seed piece, maximizing initial plant health.

• Potato Furrower (R-380/R-580 Series): (Internal Link) The ADB-380’s 3-row configuration pairs perfectly with the subsequent hilling requirements managed by the R-380/R-580 Potato Furrower, ensuring ridge uniformity.

• Potato Diggers (AWB-1600 Series): (Internal Link) High-quality tillage and precise fertilization ultimately lead to uniform, high-quality tubers, maximizing the efficiency of the Potato Diggers during harvest.

Soil Preparation and Clearance

• Rock Picker (CT-2100 Series): (Internal Link) Ensure the ADB-380’s openers operate smoothly and without obstruction by pre-clearing potato fields using the CT-2100 Rock Picker.

• Stone Crusher (THOR Series): (Internal Link) For foundational improvement or land reclamation, a pass with the THOR Stone Crusher precedes the entire potato planting process, creating a stable, rock-free base.

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Information Category	Detail
India Manufacturer	India Watanabe Soil Stabilizer Co., Ltd.
Address Line 1	Plot No. 405, GIDC Industrial Estate
Address Line 2	Near Phase III Check Post, Vithalapur Road
City, State, PIN	Ahmedabad (Gandhinagar Region), Gujarat, 382150
Country	India
Technical Support	[email protected]

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