Corn Heads
John Deere Corn Heads
John Deere corn heads gather stalks, snap ears and chop residue in one pass. The CR rigid heads run from 6 to 18 rows, and the CF folding heads, from 8 to 18 rows, fold for the road so you can move between fields without a header trailer.
Koenig Equipment sells and supports corn heads across Ohio and Indiana. Request a quote and our team will match the head to your combine, row spacing and acres.
Which Corn Head Is Right for You?
Start with your planter: the head should match your row count and spacing. Then decide whether folding for road travel is worth it for how far you move between fields.
| Model | Rows | Row spacings | Folding |
|---|---|---|---|
| CR6 | 6 | 27.6, 29.5, 30, 36 or 38 in. | No |
| CR8 | 8 | 27.6, 29.5, 30, 36 or 38 in. | No |
| CF8 | 8 | 27.6, 29.5, 30, 36 or 38 in. | Yes |
| CR12 | 12 | 20, 22, 30, 36 or 38 in. | No |
| CF12 | 12 | 30 in. | Yes, to about 16 ft |
| CR16 | 16 | 30 in. | No |
| CF16 | 16 | 20, 22 or 30 in. | Yes |
| CR18 | 18 | 20 or 22 in. | No |
| CF18 | 18 | 20 or 22 in. | Yes |
Our corn head model pages do not list a price. Request a quote for current pricing, offers and John Deere Financial options.
Harvest Service, Parts and Precision Support
Gathering chains, stalk rolls and gearboxes take a beating every fall. Our ag service technicians inspect and repair corn heads before harvest, and genuine John Deere parts are stocked at your Koenig store or available anytime on Koenig Marketplace.
Our team also offers precision technology support for AutoTrac RowSense and combine displays. Schedule service or book an ag off-season inspection.
Need a Draper or Shopping Used?
For soybeans and small grains, compare John Deere draper platforms, or see X Series and S Series combines and all harvesting equipment. Shopping pre-owned? Browse used John Deere corn heads and used combines at Koenig, updated as units come in.
John Deere Corn Head FAQs
What is the difference between a CR and a CF corn head?
CF heads fold for transport, so you can move between fields without a header trailer. CR heads stay rigid. Both use RowMax Chopping Stalk Rolls and Active End Fenders.
How fast does a CF folding corn head fold?
The CF12, CF16 and CF18 fold or unfold in less than 60 seconds on S7 combines and in approximately 40 seconds on X Series combines. When folded, the head sits 12 in. lower for better visibility.
What do RowMax Chopping Stalk Rolls do?
Two opposed, intermeshing stalk rolls per row size 50 percent of the residue to less than 6 in. long, which speeds breakdown in the field.
What are stalk deflectors?
Stalk deflectors mount behind each row and push stubble down toward the ground, reducing damage to combine tires and tracks. They come factory installed on the CF12 and CF16 and are available on other models.
What is Corn Head Automation?
Available with the Ultimate Tech Package, Corn Head Automation uses a cane sensor to set deck plate spacing to stalk size in real time and adjusts back shaft speed to combine ground speed and crop load.