Kinze 3500 - Standard and Half Rate (2 to 1) Drives

M0258-01Model 3500
2-16 9/14
TM
Machine Operation
Seed planting rate charts are based on the standard rate drive using a 17 tooth sprocket unless otherwise specified.
NOTE: Half rate (2 to 1) drive is recommended only when desired population falls below that on planting rate
charts.
Replacing the standard 17 tooth drive sprocket located on the inner side of the top transmission shaft, with the 34
tooth half rate (2 to 1) drive reduction sprocket reduces planter transmission speed and planting and application rates
by approximately 50%.
NOTE: Do a field check after each sprocket combination adjustment to make sure you are planting at the
desired rate.
STANDARD AND HALF RATE (2 TO 1) DRIVES
Old style transmission
Tension release arm
Rate drive
sprocket
New style transmission
Tension release arm
Rate drive
sprocket