The 3 metre wide Amazone Catros 3003 compact disc harrow is now available in Ireland.

Like the market-leading Catros 3001, the 3003 is designed for shallow and intensively mixing soil and is fitted with the same 460mm plain discs which have proven to be ideal working at a depth of 2in to 5in. It was found, during extensive field trials, to deliver a better result across a variety of uses from stubble cultivation to grass-reseeding work than its predecessor.

With high forward speeds and impressive work rates, other features include lifetime maintenance-free bearings, rubber overload protection and full road lights. According to Farmhand sales support manager Val McAuley, the 3003 is expected to “appeal to value-driven farmers and contractors and is eligible for the latest EU TAMS II support”. When we previously tested disc harrows we found the last iteration of the Catros to be a good performer in the field and with the upgrades on the machine it should be a good step forward. With the reduced price and grant eligibility it is sure to sell well. Available through Farmhand’s Amazone main dealer network, the Catros 3003 is selling at €2,500 below the existing Catros 3001.