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John Deere 915 V-Ripper

Agriculture

  • Excellent residue-handling capability
  • Integral hitch provides excellent maneuverability
  • Single or dual gauge wheels available
  • Coulter blades slice through surface residue
Tool configuration - TypeV-Ripper
Depth control - Option 1Intergral units are controlled by tractor, rockshaft, and gauge wheels
Coulters - Typeshear bolt or cushioned
Stabilizer/gauge wheels - TypeGauge wheels
Stabilizer/gauge wheels - Tires9.5L-15, 8PR
Hitch - OptionsIntegral
Hitch - Three-point hitch requirementsCategory 2,3 or 3N
Coulters - BladesShear bolt: rippled blades: 45.7 cm
18 in.
50.8 cm
20 in.
or 55.9 cm
22 in.
Cushioned: rippled blades: 45.7 cm
or 50.8 cm
Transport width - Option 105.36 m
17.58 ft
Or with extensions: 6.91 m
21.67 ft
Standard options - Spacings50.8 cm
20 in.
63.5 cm
25 in.
76.2 cm
30 in.
Transport width - Option 55.36 m
17.58 ft
Tool configuration - Option 11Standard: 11, spacing: 63.5 cm
25 in.
Transport width - Option 85.36 m
17.58 ft
Or with extensions: 6.91 m
22.67 ft
Transport width - Option 14.2 m
13.75 ft
Transport width - Option 115.36 m
17.58 ft
Or with extensions: 6.91 m
22.67 ft
Tool configuration - Option 8Standard: 9, spacing: 63.5 cm
25 in.
Working width - Option 85.72 m
18.75 ft
Working width - Option 43.6 m
11.67 ft
Working width - Option 33.8 m
12.5 ft
Tool configuration - Option 9Standard: 9, spacing: 76.2 cm
30 in.
Stabilizer/gauge wheels - Wheels12.7x17.8 cm
5x7 in.
Working width - Option 54.44 m
14.58 ft
Tool configuration - Option 12Standard: 13, spacing: 50.8 cm
20 in.
Working width - Option 96.9 m
22.5 ft
Tool configuration - Option 2Standard: 5, spacing: 63.5 cm
25 in.
Transport width - Option 75.36 m
17.58 ft
Or with extensions: 6.91 m
22.67 ft
Working width - Option 115.99 m
22.92 ft
Transport width - Option 65.36 m
17.58 ft
Working width - Option 23.2 m
10.42 ft
Standard options - Option 4Trip force
1,451.5 to 2,404 kg
3,200 to 5,300 lb
Standard type
Parabolic
Spring-reset rock standard
Key Specs - Operating depthMaximum
58.4 cm
23 in.
Standard options - Option 1Trip force
5,443 kg
12,000 lb
Standard type
Straight or parabolic with wear shin
Shear-bolt
Transport width - Option 45.36 m
17.58 ft
Tool configuration - Option 4Standard: 5, spacing: 76.2 cm
30 in.
Key Specs - Working widthOption 1: 2.5 m, 8.33 ft
Option 2: 3.2 m, 10.42 ft
Option 3: 3.8 m, 12.5 ft
Option 4: 3.6 m, 11.67 ft
Option 5: 4.44 m, 14.58 ft
Option 6: 5.3 m, 17.5 ft
Option 7: 4.6 m, 15 ft
Option 8: 5.72 m, 18.75 ft
Option 9: 6.9 m, 22.5 ft
Option 10: 5.59 m, 18.33 ft
Tool configuration - Option 7Standard: 9, spacing: 50.8 cm
20 in.
Tool configuration - Option 10Standard: 11, spacing: 50.8 cm
20 in.
Working width - Option 65.3 m
17.5 ft
Transport width - Option 24.2 m
13.75 ft
Transport width - Option 95.36 m
17.58 ft
Or with extensions: 6.91 m
22.67 ft
Transport width - Option 126.91 m
22.67 ft
Operating depth - Maximum58.4 cm
23 in.
Transport width - Option 34.2 m
13.75 ft
Working width - Option 105.59 m
18.33 ft
Tool configuration - Option 1Standard: 5, spacing: 50.8 cm
20 in.
Tool configuration - Option 5Standard: 7, spacing: 63.5 cm
25 in.
Standard options - Option 3Trip force
2,404 kg
5,300 lb
Standard type
Straight with wear shin or parabolic
Cushion-trip
Tool configuration - Option 6Standard: 7, spacing: 76.2 cm
30 in.
Key Specs - Transport widthOption 1: 4.2 m, 13.75 ft
Option 2: 4.2 m, 13.75 ft
Option 3: 4.2 m, 13.75 ft
Option 4: 5.36 m, 17.58 ft
Option 5: 5.36 m, 17.58 ft
Option 6: 5.36 m, 17.58 ft
Option 7: 5.36 m, 17.58 ft; Or with extensions: 6.91 m, 22.67 ft
Option 8: 5.36 m, 17.58 ft; Or with extensions: 6.91 m, 22.67 ft
Option 9: 5.36 m, 17.58 ft; Or with extensions: 6.91 m, 22.67 ft
Option 10: 5.36 m, 17.58 ft; Or with extensions: 6.91 m, 22.67 ft
Working width - Option 74.6 m
15 ft
Tool configuration - Option 3Standard: 5, spacing: 76.2 cm
30 in.
Standard options - Option 2Trip force
2,540 kg
5,600 lb
Standard type
Straight with wear shin or parabolic
Safety-trip
Working width - Option 126.6 m
21.67 ft
Key Specs - Spacings50.8 cm
20 in.
63.5 cm
25 in.
76.2 cm
30 in.
Working width - Option 12.5 m
8.33 ft
Frame - Maximum underframe clearanceShear-bolt: 90.2 cm
35.5 in.
Cushion-trip: 95.3 cm
37.5 in.
Safety-trip and spring-reset: 100.8 cm
39.7 in.
Integral hitch


Integral hitch

The integral hitch provides excellent maneuverability for tight turns on shorter headlands. The hitch makes it easy to move in and out of buildings.

It is compatible for tractors with Category 2 or Category 3N or 3, 3-point hitches.

The integral hitch can be set to two position:

  • 1 = Low position
    Gives maximum transport clearance and allows ripping to approximately 508 mm (20 in.) deep
  • 2 = High position
    Enables ripping to a maximum depth of 584 mm (23 in.) with shear-bolt standards
Five-standard 915 V-Ripper


Five-standard 915 V-Ripper

The frame is available in 127-mm x 178-mm (5-in. x 7-in.) and 178-mm x 178-mm (7-in. x 7-in.) sizes.

The frame design of the 915 V-Ripper positions standards in a true V-pattern:

  • Reduces plugging in higher levels of residue
  • Gives the center standard a leading-edge shattering effect that reduces horsepower requirements over straight bar rippers
Strong 10-mm (3/8-in.) wall mainframe


Strong 10-mm (3/8-in.) wall mainframe

127-mm x 178-mm (5-in. x 7-in.) frame models have 10-mm (3/8-in.) thick walls:

  • Ideal for tractors up to 225 PTO horsepower (hp) and 4WD tractors up to 250 engine hp
  • Available in five- or seven-standard models
  • Parking stands are included in base equipment
Heavy-duty 13-mm (1/2-in.) wall mainframe


Heavy-duty 13-mm (1/2-in.) wall mainframe

178-mm x 178-mm (7-in. x 7-in.) frame models have 13-mm (1/2-in.) thick walls:

  • Ideal for tractors with up to 360 engine hp
  • Basic frame can be equipped with seven or nine standards
  • Bolt-on extensions can be added to allow 11 or 13 standards
  • Parking stands are optional equipment

NOTE:

  • 11-standard size is limited to 508-mm and 635-mm (20-in. and 25-in.) spacings
  • 13-standard size limited to 508-mm (20-in.) spacing

Rippled coulter blades cut through surface residue such as cornstalks, wheat stubble, or other heavy crops to help reduce plugging.

The ripple on the blade bites into the soil to promote turning the blade in wet and/or firm soil, as well as lighter, drier soils.

Cushion or shear-bolt designs are available.

Cushion design
Cushion-designed coulter blades


Cushion-designed coulter blades


  • Automatically returns the coulter to the operating position once the obstruction is passed.

    • Saves time by eliminating the need to stop and replace shear bolts.

  • Unique rosette bracket used to adjust the coulter depth. Simply loosen one bolt and swing the coulter up or down to the desired height.

    • Standard does not move, so maximum trash clearance is retained.

  • Protector bolt (arrow) will yield if the obstruction height exceeds the deflection range of the coulter, thus preventing serious damage to the coulter.

  • 457-mm or 508-mm (18-in. or 20-in.) rippled blades are available for good cutting action. The maximum working depth is as follows*:

    • For the 457-mm (18-in.) coulter blade, the working depth is 483 mm (19 in.)

    • For the 508-mm (20-in.) coulter blade, the working depth is 457 mm (18 in.)

*NOTE: When ripping in fields with obstructions, it is necessary to restrict the working depth in order to give the coulter space to travel over obstructions. Without coulters, the maximum working depth is 584 mm (23 in.) for shear-bolt standard and 559 mm (22 in.) for safety-trip and spring-reset standards.

Shear-bolt design
Shear-bolt design coulter blades


Shear-bolt design coulter blades

  • Provides economical alternative for protecting coulters in fields with few obstructions.
  • 457-mm, 508-mm, or 559-mm (18-in., 20-in., or 22-in.) rippled coulter blades are available for good cutting action. The maximum working depth is as follows:
    • For 457-mm (18-in.) coulter blades, the working depth is 483 mm (19 in.)
    • For 508-mm (20-in.) coulter blades, the working depth is 457 mm (18 in.)
    • For 559-mm (22-in.) coulter blades, the working depth is 432 mm (17 in.)
915 V-Ripper


915 V-Ripper

The 915 V-Ripper has excellent residue-handling capability in primary tillage at all residue levels. At higher levels, coulters may be required to minimize plugging.

Typical percentage of residue cover remaining from the 915 are listed as follows.

NOTE: The percentage do not take into account variables such as the condition of the residue, speed, and soil type.

508-mm (20-in.) models

Starting
residue cover
(percent)

Remaining
non-fragile*
residue cover
(percent)

Remaining
fragile**
residue cover
(percent)

100

60

50

90

55

45

80

50

40

70

40

35

60

35

30

50

30

25

40

25

20

762-mm (30-in.) models

Starting
residue cover
(percent)

Remaining
non-fragile*
residue cover
(percent)

Remaining
fragile**
residue cover
(percent)

100

60

50

90

55

45

80

50

40

70

40

35

60

35

30

50

30

25

40

25

20

*Non-fragile residue includes crops like corn, sorghum, wheat (more than 45 bu).

**Fragile residue includes crops like soybeans, edible beans, peas, wheat, (under 45 bu), sunflower, peanuts, cotton.

Dual gauge wheels


Dual gauge wheels

Single or dual gauge wheels are available to help maintain a consistent ripping depth:

  • 9.5L-15, 8 PR tires for good flotation and load bearing when ripping deep
  • Turnbuckle adjustment for easy setting
Soil probe


Soil probe

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The soil probe helps operators to determine the proper operating depth of their ripper points,
38 mm (1.5 in.) below the bottom of the compaction layer.

The probe allows obtaining the maximum amount of soil fracturing from the entire family of John Deere ripper points. Marked in 51-mm (2-in.) increments from 254 mm to 559 mm (10 in. to 22 in.), the probe provides accurate feedback of compaction layer depth.

It is stored on the mainframe of the ripper for convenient access. The operator’s manual explains the proper use of the soil probe.

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