GS40 SERIES GROUND SEEDER Utility Tractors Attachments Accessorie FAQs
What is the John Deere GS40 ground seeder with integrated cultipacker?
The John Deere GS40 Series is a 48 in. ground-driven seeder that mounts on a 3-point hitch. It combines front gangs, a spiked drive roller and a rear nylon cultipacker that presses seed into the soil for better seed-to-soil contact and germination.
What size tractor works with the John Deere GS40 ground seeder?
The GS40 is matched to tractors from 15 to 35 hp. It uses a Limited Category 1 3-point hitch and is iMatch and Quick Hitch compatible.
What seeds can I plant with the John Deere GS40 seeder?
The GS40 comes standard with a Cool Season Seed Box for seeds like rye grass, fescue, orchard grass, oats and wheat. A field-installed Legume Seed Box adds seeds such as alfalfa, clover and Bermuda, and each box holds 1 bu.
How do I calibrate the John Deere GS40 ground seeder?
A built-in seed dispersal rate chart and a calibration tray that catches seed in two cups let you set the seed meters to your target rate. The system delivers repeatable seed rate accuracy within 0.1 lb per acre.
What front gang options are available on the John Deere GS40?
You can choose front notched disc blades for aggressive tillage or cutting seed openings, or front spiked rollers that create pockets to hold seed. Field-installed scraper kits are available for wet or sticky soil.
Where can I buy genuine parts for my John Deere GS40?
Koenig Equipment stocks genuine John Deere parts for the GS40, and our parts teams across Ohio and Indiana can find what you need for your machine. Choose same-day delivery from a nearby Koenig store or pick up in store. Our trained technicians can also handle your GS40's seasonal maintenance and repairs.