Machine type
Strip-till seed drill (Deep Tine Seeder)
Sumo ยท 2010-2024
Sumo DTS
The Sumo DTS, meaning Deep Tine Seeder, is a trailed strip-till seed drill built by Sumo in Melbourne, Yorkshire, from 2010 to 2024. It is popular with British reduced-tillage growers because it loosens, cultivates and drills in one pass using leading tines and disc coulters.
Working width
3 to 6 m
Coulter type
Leading tines plus disc coulters
Coulter type
Leading tines plus disc coulters
Sumo DTS specifications
| Machine type | Strip-till seed drill (Deep Tine Seeder) |
|---|---|
| Working width | 3 to 6 m |
| Coulter type | Leading tines plus disc coulters |
| Seed system | Loosen, cultivate and drill in one pass |
| Mounting | Trailed |
| Built at | Great Britain (Sumo, Melbourne, Yorkshire) |
What the DTS is used for
The DTS suits cereal and oilseed rape establishment where a grower wants a strip-till approach rather than full-width intensive cultivation. It loosens soil ahead of drilling, making it relevant where compaction relief and seedbed creation are required in the same pass.
With 3 to 6 m working widths, it fits British arable farms looking to reduce passes while retaining cultivation ahead of seed placement. It is not a direct drill in the strict low-disturbance sense: its system deliberately uses leading tines before the disc coulters.
Why the Sumo DTS stands out
Its distinctive feature is the combined strip-till sequence: leading tines loosen and cultivate, then disc coulters drill, all in one pass. This can simplify establishment for reduced-tillage growers while retaining targeted soil movement. Used buyers should focus on tine and disc wear, bearing condition, frame integrity and the operation of the seed-delivery system.
Buying a used Sumo DTS
Check leading tines, points, legs and mounting hardware for wear, bends or cracks, then inspect disc coulters, bearings and depth-control components. Examine the frame, drawbar and folding sections for fatigue or evidence of heavy work. Run the metering system and inspect seed pipes, hopper, hydraulic hoses and electrical connections for damage or corrosion. 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.
Sumo DTS frequently asked questions
What does DTS mean on the Sumo drill?
DTS stands for Deep Tine Seeder. It describes Sumo's strip-till seed-drill approach, in which leading tines loosen and cultivate the soil before disc coulters place the seed during the same pass.
Where is the Sumo DTS built?
The verified build location is Great Britain: Sumo at Melbourne, Yorkshire. That British manufacture and its reduced-tillage focus have made the DTS particularly familiar to UK growers seeking a cultivation-and-drilling combination.
What working widths does the Sumo DTS cover?
The DTS is specified from 3 to 6 m. A buyer should confirm the exact width of a used machine and assess whether it suits their tractor, field layout, transport routes and expected seasonal workload.
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.