Machine type
High-speed precision planter
Väderstad · 2013-2024
Väderstad Tempo
The Väderstad Tempo is a high-speed precision planter built by Väderstad in Sweden from 2013 to 2024. It is well known on British row-crop farms for accurate maize and beet placement at forward speeds higher than those normally associated with conventional precision planters.
Number of rows
6 to 24 rows
Number of rows
6 to 24 rows
Row spacing
45 to 80 cm
Väderstad Tempo specifications
| Machine type | High-speed precision planter |
|---|---|
| Number of rows | 6 to 24 rows |
| Row spacing | 45 to 80 cm |
| Crops | Maize, sugar beet, sunflower, oilseed rape |
| Speed | Up to about 15 km/h |
| Mounting | Mounted or trailed |
| Built at | Väderstad (Sweden) |
What the Tempo is used for
Tempo suits maize, sugar beet, sunflower and oilseed rape where consistent seed placement and accurate row work are priorities. It is relevant to British arable farms establishing spring row crops after plough-based or reduced-tillage preparation, provided the seedbed and conditions are suitable.
With 6 to 24 rows and row spacings from 45 to 80 cm, it can be matched to different crop and farm systems. Its ability to operate at up to about 15 km/h can help contractors cover ground efficiently without sacrificing the planter's precision focus.
Why the Väderstad Tempo stands out
The defining attraction is high-speed precision placement, with an output advantage over conventional planters when conditions allow. Mounted and trailed versions broaden its usefulness, while the 6 to 24-row range gives considerable scale choice. On used machines, accurate metering depends on well-kept row units, discs, seals, electronics and drive components.
Buying a used Väderstad Tempo
Inspect every row unit for matching wear, paying close attention to seed discs, singulators, seals, opening components, depth-control parts and closing arrangements. Run the metering and electrical systems to identify blocked sensors, erratic drives or display faults. Check the frame, folding mechanism, hydraulic hoses and coupling points, plus corrosion around fertiliser-related components if fitted. 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.
Väderstad Tempo frequently asked questions
How fast can a Väderstad Tempo operate?
The verified specification gives a maximum of up to about 15 km/h. Actual sensible forward speed will still depend on seedbed condition, terrain, crop, row-unit condition and the standard of seed placement required.
Which crops can the Väderstad Tempo plant?
It is specified for maize, sugar beet, sunflower and oilseed rape. That crop range makes it a versatile precision planter for British farms and contractors handling a mixture of spring row crops and oilseed rape programmes.
What row configurations are available on the Tempo?
Verified Tempo configurations span 6 to 24 rows, with row spacings from 45 to 80 cm. Buyers should confirm the exact row count and spacing of an individual machine, as these determine its suitability for the intended crops.
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.