When you’re planting in tough, heavy clay or sticky ground conditions, those lightweight closing wheels just don’t have what it takes to properly close the seed trench. This heavy-duty cast iron closing wheel is designed for use in heavy soil conditions where extra pressure is needed to close the seed trench. It gives you the extra weight and durability needed to get good seed-to-soil contact even when conditions aren’t ideal.
What You’re Getting
- 12-inch diameter cast iron construction that provides the weight to close trenches in tough soil
- Heavy-duty build quality that handles rocks, roots, and hard ground without cracking or chipping
- Precise fit that mounts directly to your existing closing wheel arms
- Long-lasting durability that keeps working season after season in demanding conditions
Built for Real Farm Work
This wheel fits John Deere MaxEmerge Plus, Pro, XP, and MaxEmerge 5 planters – the workhorses that plant thousands of acres each spring. Whether you’re getting corn in the ground early when soil’s still cool and heavy, or planting soybeans into tough residue, this wheel gives you the closing power to get the job done right.
Made to Last
Cast iron construction means this wheel can take the punishment that comes with planting in less-than-perfect conditions. It won’t bend, crack, or wear out like lighter wheels when you hit rocks or roots. The weight distribution helps it roll smoothly while applying consistent downward pressure where you need it.
Good to Know
This is a direct replacement that mounts to your existing closing wheel hardware – no modifications needed. If you’re switching from lighter wheels, you might need to adjust your closing wheel down pressure since this one carries more weight naturally. Check your wheel bearings while you’re swapping wheels, especially if you’ve been running in abrasive soil conditions.
