In the Field with Christensen Farms: Windrowing Peppermint and Carrot Seed with the Hillco Head (SC1500)
Christensen Farms evaluates the Hillco Specialty Crop Header and its impact on their operation in mint, carrot seed, and onion.
Christensen Farms evaluates the Hillco Specialty Crop Header and its impact on their operation in mint, carrot seed, and onion.
Enter your farm data to calculate what a Hillco leveling system puts back in your pocket. Fields are pre-filled with study data — update the numbers that apply to your operation.
% of total acres per slope range — all crops combined (must total 100%)
With a Hillco leveling system, your combine harvests slopes at your flat-ground (0–3%) speed.
| Slope | Corn | Soybeans | Wheat |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3% | |||
| 4–9% | |||
| 10–15% | |||
| 16%+ |
| Slope | Corn | Soybeans | Wheat |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3% | |||
| 4–9% | |||
| 10–15% | |||
| 16%+ |
Typically 70% (separator hrs ÷ engine hrs)
$300–$400 new, ~$150 older. Enter $0 to exclude.
Typically 16–20 GPH
John Deere S7 Sidehill (18%): ~$84,000 | John Deere S7 Hillside (28%) w/ dual tire: ~$155,400 | Case IH Flagship Sidehill: ~$82,000 | Case IH Flagship Hillside w/ dual tire: ~$152,500. Consult your dealer for used values.
Hillco systems retain ~40% of original value after 5 years
Annual separator hours
Payback progress (5-year window)
Payback: calculating...
Results are estimates based on your inputs and Hillco study data. Actual results may vary.
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