Machine type
Precision planter
Kverneland ยท 2005-2024
Kverneland Optima
The Kverneland Optima is a precision planter built in Europe by Kverneland from 2005 to 2024. A common choice on British farms growing row crops, it is known for accurate placement of maize, sugar beet and sunflower seed in a practical mounted or trailed package.
Number of rows
6 to 12 rows
Number of rows
6 to 12 rows
Row spacing
45 to 80 cm
Kverneland Optima specifications
| Machine type | Precision planter |
|---|---|
| Number of rows | 6 to 12 rows |
| Row spacing | 45 to 80 cm |
| Crops | Maize, sugar beet, sunflower |
| Mounting | Mounted or trailed |
| Built at | Kverneland (Europe) |
What the Optima is used for
The Optima is suited to maize, sugar beet and sunflower establishment where even seed spacing and a consistent planting depth are important. It can work behind plough-based preparation or in reduced-tillage systems, so long as the seedbed is prepared appropriately for the crop and row units.
British buyers can select from 6 to 12 rows and row spacings from 45 to 80 cm. This makes the range useful for farms with established row-crop rotations, as well as contractors needing a configuration that matches local drilling requirements.
Why the Kverneland Optima stands out
Its strength is straightforward precision planting for key row crops, with 6 to 12-row formats providing useful scale without moving into the largest planter classes. Mounted or trailed versions allow different tractor and transport preferences. Uniform seed placement relies on tidy metering equipment, sound row-unit pivots and correctly maintained depth-control components.
Buying a used Kverneland Optima
Examine row-unit pivots, parallel linkages, seed discs, singulators, seals and seed tubes for wear that could affect uniform placement. Check that all drives and sensors respond consistently, and inspect the frame, folding gear, hydraulics and mounting or drawbar points. Look closely for corrosion, bent components and improvised repairs, particularly around hopper supports. Have it inspected if in doubt. Confirm figures and originality against TractorData.com and club records; values vary by condition, so check current listings rather than a fixed price.
Kverneland Optima frequently asked questions
What crops is the Kverneland Optima designed for?
The verified crop list is maize, sugar beet and sunflower. It is a precision planter for row-crop work, rather than a conventional cereal drill, and should be configured to suit the intended crop and local row-spacing practice.
How many rows can a Kverneland Optima have?
The Optima range is specified with 6 to 12 rows. Individual machines should be checked for their exact row count and row spacing before purchase, as these details strongly affect compatibility with a farm's crop programme.
Is the Kverneland Optima mounted or trailed?
Both mounted and trailed versions are part of the verified specification. The most suitable arrangement depends on tractor capacity, field layout, transport needs and the planter's particular row configuration.
Specifications are commonly cited figures for general reference; exact figures vary by model, coulter and configuration, so confirm against the manufacturer and dealer. Working widths and dimensions are metric. Match the drill or planter to your establishment system, soil and tractor. Page updated 19 Sep 2026.