Reliable distribution

Uniform swirling of the seed in the riser tube and a large distribution head have a positive effect on consistent seed distribution.

Straightforward tramline switching

The distribution head is equipped with a mechanically switchable flap on each outlet as standard.

The optional tramline switching system is controlled electrically by a servomotor for each row of tramlines. Setting and monitoring the tramlines is done easily using the terminal.


1 The riser tube is enclosed by a funnel on the outside and conveys the seed material through the distribution head to the outlets that are open.


2 The flaps on the tramline outlets that are closed guide the seed back into the air flow down through the funnel on the outside of the riser tube. At the same time, the air can escape through the outlets, the pressure remains constant. and the seed is optimally distributed.

With active tramline switching, the seed rate is automatically reduced. This ensures that the number of seeds distributed per area remains consistent.

IDS - the intelligent heart of the system

The unique IDS system (Intelligent Distribution System) controls all outlets via the ISOBUS system. This opens up a wide range of possibilities for partial-width operation and tramline switching and is perfect for contract work and machinery rings.

All settings relating to tramline switching can be made easily and conveniently from the control terminal in the cab. Tramline switching can be symmetrical, asymmetrical or custom.

Flexible settings

  • Different tramline widths

  • Different track widths

  • Symmetrical, asymmetrical or individual tramline switching

  • Half width switching left and right

  • Partial width switching using Section Control

Intelligent distributor head mounting

The distributor head is mounted on three coupling points and is self-levelling thanks to its scissor system. The fixed connection to the coulter rail enables easy connection and disconnection.


Distributor head inserts

  • Simple extension of the row spacing using a choice of inserts

  • 2-fold, 3-fold or 4-fold row spacing possible

  • Efficient expansion of function to sow root crops

  • Precision seed distribution with reliable air separation while maintaining germination capacity

  • Recommended also on IDS distributor heads with permanent row shut-off to minimise the grain impact frequency

Seed flow sensors

The optional seed flow sensors display constant and reliable feedback on the current seed flow at the control terminal.

One sensor per coulter pipe is located directly under the distributor head, to ensures reliable application. The sensitivity can be adjusted in different stages to match the seed material. If the flow is not constant, the relevant row number is displayed on the control terminal. Furthermore, red and green LEDs indicate the status directly on the sensors.

Section Control

  • Section Control activation is required for the machine

  • The entire machine width can be switched off as standard using the metering unit

  • Automatic shut-off of different partial widths using the IDS distribution head (depending on row spacing and working width)

  • Manual half-width switching using the optional IDS distributor head at the touch of a button for starting with half the machine width

Variable Rate Control

  • Site-specific drilling according to the application map for each metering unit is possible when activation has been obtained for the machine.

GPS tramline switching

  • Thanks to the GPS tramline switching function, the machine automatically recognises when a tramline should be created and controls the distribution head accordingly. This requires Tramline Control activation on the machine.

  • The ISOBUS terminal, from a tractor manufacturer or from PÖTTINGER (CCI 1200), needs to be able to support GPS tramline switching.