Working depth
Up to about 30 cm
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Lemken Juwel 8
The Lemken Juwel 8 is a fully mounted reversible plough built in Germany from 2013 to 2024. Available with three to seven furrows, and commonly specified as a five-furrow machine, it is a popular British arable choice for dependable primary cultivation at working depths of up to about 30 cm.
Implement type
Mounted reversible plough
Number of furrows
3 to 7 (commonly 5)
Mounting
Fully mounted
Lemken Juwel 8 specifications
| Implement type | Mounted reversible plough |
|---|---|
| Number of furrows | 3 to 7 (commonly 5) |
| Working depth | Up to about 30 cm |
| Mounting | Fully mounted |
| Power required | Tractor-dependent |
| Built at | Lemken (Germany) |
What the Juwel 8 is used for
The Juwel 8 is intended for primary cultivation where a farm wants to turn soil, bury residue and leave ground ready for follow-on seedbed preparation. Its mounted reversible layout is well suited to conventional plough-based systems on British arable farms.
With three- to seven-furrow versions, it can be matched to farm scale and field conditions. Working depth is up to about 30 cm, while tractor power needs depend on configuration, depth and soil resistance.
Why the Lemken Juwel 8 stands out
A broad three- to seven-furrow range is the Juwel 8's principal attraction, with five furrows a common British specification. It combines mounted reversible-plough practicality with Lemken build from Germany. The larger configurations demand a well-matched tractor and sound lifting capacity, while body wear and the condition of the turnover system remain central to used-machine value.
Buying a used Lemken Juwel 8
As a plough, the Juwel 8 has no engine, oil pressure, transmission, brakes or registration to check. Examine the headstock, turnover gear, hydraulic components, frame, linkage and plough bodies for wear, leaks, cracks or poor welding. Assess mouldboards, points and landsides, then confirm the number of furrows and original equipment. Check the serial number against paperwork. Confirm figures and originality against TractorData.com and club records; values vary by condition, so check current listings rather than a fixed price.
Lemken Juwel 8 frequently asked questions
How many furrows can a Lemken Juwel 8 have?
The Juwel 8 was offered with three to seven furrows, although five-furrow examples are commonly seen on British arable farms. It is fully mounted, so tractor lifting ability is an important consideration alongside drawbar power.
What depth can the Lemken Juwel 8 work at?
Its verified working depth is up to about 30 cm. Practical depth should be chosen for the soil and cultivation objective, with tractor requirement remaining dependent on the selected configuration and the conditions encountered.
When and where was the Juwel 8 built?
The Lemken Juwel 8 was built by Lemken in Germany from 2013 to 2024. It is a mounted reversible plough intended for primary cultivation, rather than a trailed cultivator or shallow disc machine.
Specifications are commonly cited figures for general reference; exact figures vary by model, configuration and setup, so confirm against the manufacturer's records. Working widths, depths and weights are converted to metric and rounded. Match the implement to your tractor's power and your soil type. Page updated 19 Sep 2026.