
Tempo L 8-32 Central Fill
8-32
15, 20, 22, 30 in
>150hp
85 bu
Capacity and precision maximized
The Tempo L Central Fill is available with 8, 10, 12, 16, 18, 24 or 32 row units. It is equipped with a high-capacity central seed hopper, which distributes seed to the row units. The Tempo L Central Fill delivers unmatched planting capacity and precision. Plus, it handles a wide variety of seeds - from small seeds like canola, to corn and high rates of soybeans.
The Väderstad Tempo is a new generation high-speed planter, delivering unmatched precision at double the speed of traditional planters. No-till, min-till or conventional tillage – the Tempo performs exceptionally well in all conditions. It gives your crop the best start possible with even emergence.
High-precision seed metering
The technology behind the new Väderstad Tempo Central Seed Fill system is very practical. There is no central motor metering out seeds - Instead, each row unit regulates the number of seeds needed for its high-precision PowerShoot seed metering system.
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High-capacity hopper
Underneath the central 85-bushel seed hopper, there is a feeding system for the row units. An airstream picks up seeds from the gates and sends them out to the row units. Each gate supports two row units through a divider on the wings.
Seed collector
Each row unit has a collector on top of the PowerShoot seed metering system to supply seed for that row. When the collector is full of seed, the airstream from the feeding system stops, pausing the transport of seed to that row unit.
Restarting Seed Flow
When the seed level in a collector starts to run low, the row unit will send a signal to restart the airstream. This allows the Central Seed Fill system to transport more seeds to fill up the collector.

Fertilizer
The Tempo L Central Fill 16 and 24 can be equipped for seed and fertilizer metering. Granular fertilizer is metered through the high-capacity Fenix III metering system, which is capable of rates up to 300 pounds per acre at 10 mph.
Seed-only models are equipped with a central 85-bushel seed hopper, while the seed and fertilizer models utilize a 204-bushel hopper with two compartments: 62 bushels for seed, and 142 bushels for granular fertilizer.
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Telescoping wheel axle
To ensure the transport wheels follow the row spacing, the Tempo L is equipped with a telescoping wheel axle, which can be easily adjusted from the cab. So whatever the row spacing, the transport wheels can be adjusted to always run between the seed rows. The wheel axles are easily set to a 10-foot width for transport.
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Perfect depth control
The Tempo L is equipped with hydraulic wing pressure, which transfers weight from the inner section of the planter to the outer wings.
This allows the Tempo L to respond to any irregularities in the field and ensure even emergence.
Optimized accuracy with next-level automation
By upgrading the data processing capabilities of the planter, additional features to ensure accuracy in the field are unlocked. The optional features are curve compensation, active hydraulic downforce and auto singulation.

Curve compensation ensures a consistent rate
Active sensors communicate when the machine is turning and adjust the metering output of each row unit to always ensure a consistent rate over the full Tempo planter width.

Active hydraulic downforce enables furrow management
With the active hydraulic downforce system, Tempo instantly reacts to changes in soil conditions, always maintaining the set optimum row unit pressure.
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Auto singulation monitors and optimizes
With automatic motors on each row unit, seed singulation is continuously monitored and optimized. This saves time and increases the productive time in the field.

Full control at your fingertips
The iPad-based control system, Väderstad E-Control, wirelessly delivers data about each seed that travels through the planter, including seeding quality, skips, doubles, spacing and rate.
You benefit from user-friendly remote setup and calibration, as well as easy, real-time monitoring and control.
Through the iPad, you can download the most recent software updates, allowing your system to always stay current with future developments.
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The Tempo planter - take precision to a new level
The Tempo features individually controlled row units and a control system completely designed to deliver the most out of the planter. It evolves precision and planting performance even further.

PowerShoot - Precision at high speeds
On traditional planters, the seed falls freely through the seed tube from the seed meter down to the soil. When vibrations arise as the speed increases, the seed bounces in the seed tube, reducing the precision of the seed meter.
This is where Tempo, with its pressurized seed meter, stands out from the crowd.
Thanks to the PowerShoot technology, which uses air pressure to maintain full control of the seed all the way down to the soil, gravity is removed from the equation, meaning that speed is not an issue for the Tempo.
One machine - Multiple crops
Corn, soybeans, sugarbeets, sunflowers, canola, cotton, sorghum and many more – the Tempo is capable of planting a full range of crops with excellent results. By easily changing the row spacing and machine setup for different crops, the Tempo offers superior versatility on the farm. The result is increased efficiency and minimized machine costs per acre. Changing the seed discs can be done in a matter of seconds without the need for tools.


Excellent in all crops
The small seeds kit, which includes suspended stop wheels and the ability to adjust the closing wheel angle, ensures excellent results when planting small-seeded crops, such as canola and sugarbeets. This improves yield and increases the versatility of the Tempo high-speed planter.
The Tempo planter - take precision to a new level
The Tempo features individually controlled row units and a control system completely designed to deliver the most out of the planter. It evolves precision and planting performance even further.

No-till, min-till or conventional tillage
The Tempo is capable of planting with up to 716.5 pounds of down pressure. This enables high-speed planting in a wide range of field conditions and tillage systems.
To save moisture and increase capacity during busy periods on the farm, it can plant directly into stubble or corn stalks. Thanks to the heavy-duty row unit and effective row cleaners, the Tempo delivers perfect results in all conditions.

Optimal seed-to-soil contact
When the seed leaves the seed tube, it is stopped by the press wheel.
The press wheel fulfils two important tasks: it stops the seed at the exact intended spot and then presses it into moist soil. This ensures optimal seed-to-soil contact and fast, even germination.

Built for high speed
Every component of Tempo is designed for high-speed planting with minimal service requirements.
All joints in the row unit are maintenance-free, and the heavy-duty parallel linkage is designed to transfer weight to the row unit. The frame, row unit, fan and hydraulics all have a robust design, resulting in a durable, versatile and easy-to-maintain planter that fits the requirements of your farm.
Zone 1 - Fertilizer placement (option)
To fit different farming needs, the Tempo L with Central Fill is available with or without fertilizer. The seed-only models are equipped with a central 85-bushel hopper for seed, while the seed and fertilizer models utilize a 204-bushel hopper with two compartments: 62 bushels for seed and 142 bushels for fertilizer.
The electric driven Fenix III can adapt to varying field conditions by applying fertilizer at variable rates. The high capacity fertilizer coulters maintain high precision even at high speeds.
Zone 2 - Row cleaners (option)
Row cleaners are optional on the Tempo. They're used to remove crop residue, clods and rocks ahead of the disc openers. The need to use row cleaners is much higher when planting into no-till conditions or other fields with large amounts of residue.
Zone 3 - Seed placement
With the Tempo, planting can be done at very high speeds without compromising precision and accuracy. The seed meters ensure perfect placement for every seed, which is key to maximizing yield.
Zone 4 - Closing
After the seed is planted, the closing wheels cover the seed trench, creating perfect conditions for germination. Several industry-standard, third-party closing wheel solutions can also be used, depending on the needs of each farm.
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Specifications
| Number of rows | 8 | 12 | 16 | 18 | 24 | 32 |
| Row spacing, in (mm): |
30 (700-800)
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18, 20 (450-508) |
30 (700-800) |
18, 20 (450-508) |
18, 20, 22 (450-559) |
15 (375-381) |
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22, 30 (559-800) |
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| Frame width: ft. (m) | 19' 7" (6.0) | 19' 7"-31' 2" (6.1-9.8) | 35' 4"-39' 4" (10.8-12.0) | 27' 2"-32' 2" (8.3-9.8) | 35' 4"-39' 4" (10.8-12.0) | 39' 7" (12.1) |
| Working width: ft. (m) | 18' 4"-21' (5.6-6.4) | 17' 7"-31' 6" (5.4-9.6) | 36' 9"-40' (11.2-12.2) | 26' 6"-29' 9" (8.1-9.1) | 35' 5"-40' (10.8-12.2) | 39' 4"-40' (12.0-12.2) |
| Transport width: ft. (m) | 9' 10" (3) | 9' 10" (3) | 9' 10"-11' 2" (3.0-3.4)*** | 9' 10"-11' 2" (3.0-3.4)*** | 9' 10"-11' 2" (3.0-3.4)*** | 12' 8" (3.85) |
| Transport height: ft. (m) | 13' 1" (4) | 13' 1" (4) | 13' 1" (4) | 13' 1" (4) | 13' 1" (4) | 13' 11" (4.25) |
| Weight Seed only version: lbs. (kg)* | 13,448-15,212 (6,100-6,900) | 14,771-16,975 (6,700-7,700) | 16,534-18,960 (7,500-8,600) | 16,534-19,400 (7,500-8,800) | 18,960-21,605 (8,600-9,800) | 24,250-28,219 (11,000-12,800) |
| Weight Combi version: lbs. (kg)* | N/A | N/A | 25,353-26,676 (11,500-12,100) | N/A | 30,424-31,526 (13,800-14,300) | N/A |
| Weight transfer | Mech-/Hyd | Mech-/Hyd | Hyd | Hyd | Hyd | Hyd |
| Volume seed hopper: Bushel (L) | 85 (3,000) | 85 (3,000) | 62/85 (2,200/3,000) | 85 (3,000) | 62/85 (2,200/3,000) | 85 (3,000) |
| Volume fertilizer hopper: Bushel (L) | N/A | N/A | 142 (5,000) | N/A | 142 (5,000) | N/A |
| Hydraulic requirements (Seed only) | 5 DA + 2 FR** | 5 DA + 2 FR** | 5 DA + 2 FR** | 5 DA + 2 FR** | 5 DA + 2 FR** | 5 DA + 2 FR** |
| Hydraulic requirements (Combi) | N/A | N/A | 6 DA + 2 FR** | N/A | 6 DA + 2 FR** | N/A |
| Oil flow requirements: gpm (L/min) | 29-34 (110-130) | 29-53 (110-200) | 37-61 (140-230) | 37-53 (140-200) | 37-69 (140-260) | 37-53 (140-200) |
| Draught requirements from (hp) | 150-200 | 200-300 | 300-350 | 300-350 | 300-350 | 350-400 |
*Weight min-max depends on equipment. Empty hoppers.
**One return line (case drain) without back pressure (max 36 psi/2.5 bar) for draining of fan motors.
***11' 2" (3.4m) transport width with dual wheels.

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