Working Width
22' 2" - 60' 2"
Transport Width
14' 11" - 18’ 7”
Number of Shanks
41 - 144
Shank Spacing
4 - 6.5"

Field Cultivators

Rethink Seedbed Productivity

The Tiger-Mate 255 field cultivator creates a high-efficiency seedbed for the most accurate seed placement. From crop residue management to soil tilth to seedbed conditions, we designed this field cultivator with an eye on improving agronomic performance.

For high-clay and timber fields, the Vibra-Tine 265 S-tine field cultivator helps you achieve optimal clod-sizing, a smooth field finish and healthier soil. Proven and effective S-tine technology is designed to maximize your yield potential in one spring pass. Click here to learn more about the Vibra-Tine 265 S-Tine field cultivator.

Explore Features

Shank Options
AFS Technology —Soil Command™
Frame Design
Leveling & Depth Control
Sweep Design
Shank Assembly
Finishing Tools

Shank Options

Superior Shank Assemblies

Create a better seedbed with the strong yet flexible shank assembly on the Tiger-Mate 255. For high-clay and timber soils, the Vibra-Tine 265 uses proven S-tine technology and rugged S-tine coils to effectively work your fields.

C-Shank
- The Tiger-Mate 255 shank assembly helps to create a consistent, flat subsurface floor necessary for fast germination and even emergence.
- The swept-back, high-concavity shank design helps soil explode higher, breaking tough clods and providing more consistent residue movement and better mixing.
- Split-the-middle sweep pattern combined with a 6.5-inch shank spacing and 7.5-inch or 9-inch sweeps ensures 100 percent coverage for maximum crop residue mixing.
S-Tines
- Vibrating technology on the Vibra-Tine 265 enables S-tines to break through heavy soil to create a better seedbed.
- Large dimensions of the S-tine coils ensure powerful forward, backward and sideways motion of the tine.
- Six ranks of S-tines with effective 4-inch spacing provides optimal clod sizing and allow for maximum residue flow.
- Learn more about the Vibra-Tine 265 S-tine field cultivator here.

AFS Soil Command™ With Seedbed Sensing Technology

Monitor Agronomic Quality With AFS Soil Command

Available on the Tiger-Mate 255 field cultivator, AFS Soil Command is the first seedbed monitoring technology that allows you to measure and optimize the agronomic quality of your seedbed right from the tractor cab. With real-time feedback from the seedbed, the operator can make yield-enhancing adjustments to help create a smoother seedbed floor and minimize planter row unit bounce. AFS Soil Command™ agronomic control technology helps you precisely coordinate control of your tillage equipment as conditions change, to unlock more agronomic potential of the seedbed, optimizing fore/aft adjustment, Crumbler® pressure and shank depth as overall depth is adjusted.

Monitor Agronomic Quality With AFS Soil Command

Monitor Agronomic Quality
- Built on Agronomic Design™ principles, AFS Soil Command helps you fix seedbed issues before they become an issue for the planter.
- Sensors mounted to select Tiger-Mate 255 shank assemblies alert the operator when the shanks begin to float, resulting in an uneven seedbed floor.
- The AFS Pro 700 display interface makes it easy for operators of any skill level to effectively monitor the Tiger-Mate 255.
- Green, yellow or red indicators of performance are simple and easy to understand.
Create a High-Efficiency Seedbed
- A high-efficiency seedbed is required for higher efficiency planting and fast, uniform emergence.
- This is a seedbed with a smooth surface finish and flat seedbed floor for the planter row unit to ride on.
- Each time the field cultivator shank trips or floats, the sweep pivots and creates gouges in the seedbed floor that make the planter row unit bounce.
- AFS Soil Command seedbed sensing and agronomic control technology monitor and adjust settings on the Tiger-Mate field cultivator to optimize the agronomic quality of the seedbed in real time.
Rugged Components, Reliable Technology
- AFS Soil Command integrates reliable precision technology into each tillage pass.
- Factory-installed sensors and AFS components are seamlessly integrated into the Tiger-Mate 255 field cultivator to provide real-time, quality feedback to the operator on any ISOBUS-VT compliant display.
- The dependable AFS components match the performance and ruggedness of the field cultivator.

Frame Design

Rugged and Reliable From End to end

Our engineers tested and analyzed every component of the Tiger-Mate 255 frame against rigid standards. The result: Stronger construction, yet with the greater flexibility necessary to stand up to tough, fast-changing conditions.

Frame Construction
Wheels & Tires
Hitch

Higher Productivity

Greaseless bearings displace 20-40 grease points, depending on model
Time saved by greaseless bearings equates to up to 40 acres of productivity

Increased Efficiency

Wings fold together quickly, getting you in and out of the field faster
25-inch underframe clearance keeps the residue flowing at higher speed

Versatility

Exclusive, welding bridge frame stands up to variable conditions under higher field speeds
Frame designed to flex through difficult soil condistions

Built-in Longevity

Durable construction and welded cylinders results in greater reliability
Folding wings distribute load for longer frame life

Durability

Radial tires are stubble-resistant
Extra durability pays off in the field and during transport

Increased Footprint

Radial tires have up to a 70 percent increase in footprint, over bias ply tires
Improves floatation and reduces compaction

A Smooth Ride

Walking tandems and gauge wheels on the main frame and wings
Enhances stability and reduces compaction, wing bounce and nosing

Extra Stabilty

Radial Stabilizer wheels on every wing section provide additional stability and levelness over obstacles
Optional pivoting stabilizer wheel on wing sections for contour farming

Floating Hitch

Allows the Tiger-Mate 255 to operate independently of the tractor
Enhances ground following for consistent depth across terrain
Available on double-fold models

T-Bone Hitch

Provides a tighter turn radius
Standard on all models

Rear Hitch

Accomodates additional towed conditioning system
Minimizes passes in seedbed preparation
Available on all models

Choose Your Hookup

Choose electronic or hydraulic hookups to match harrow options and towing needs.

Leveling & Depth Control

Fine-Tune Your Unit For Any Field

Quick and Easy Depth Control

Adjust depth across a variety of fields and conditions with a single-point hydraulic depth control system. There is no need to manually adjust depth on each wing as the system maintains equal depth across.
No-Tool Machine Leveling

Achieve fast and easy machine leveling, both side-to-side and fore-to-aft with turnbuckle adjustments. Requiring no tools, just use the built-in handle cranks for effortless adjustments.

Sweep Design

Sweeps That Will Keep You Up and Running Acre After Acre

Built with Case IH Agronomic Design principles, the Tiger-Mate 255 features our exclusive split-the-middle sweep pattern and proven sweep designs. The results? Better soil tilth, healthy root development, and optimal soil and residue incorporation.

Split-the-Middle Sweep Design
- With a 5-bar frame, the first three shank rows take full cuts through the soil, while the two rear shank rows take smaller cuts to remove the middle.
- Features 26-inch side-by-side shank clearance for improved residue flow.
- With the 6.5-inch shank spacing, this sweep pattern ensures 100 percent sweep coverage.
Durable, Long-Lasting Sweeps
- Made from high-strength Earth Metal^® alloy steel composition.
- Unique rear-flowing parabolic design creates superior soil and residue flow.
- Longer wear life allows for less-frequent replacement and maintenance.
- Hard and durable without brittleness to stand up to the toughest conditions.
- Sharp, forged cutting-edge maintains its edge throughout its life span.
Sweep Options
- Maxxi-Point™ provides better scouring in wet conditions forged cutting edges for reduced draft load; and improved penetration from the extended nose and ½ inch wear point.
- Maxxi-Grip™ has a lower-angle pitch, 1-inch wear tip, two-part knock-on design that mounts to a heavy-duty adapter for easy installation and added strenth.
- Maxxi-Point Plus™ has the same design as the Maxxi-Point™ but with a two-part design and mounts to a heavy duty adapter for easy installation and added strength.

Shank Assembly

Balance Force and Flexibility For a High-Efficiency Seedbed

The workhorse component of the Tiger-Mate 255 field cultivator is the superior shank assembly, combining force and flexibility to support field speeds of up to 10 mph. Thicker shanks, a beefed-up shank guard channel and increased holding power help you manage fast-changing springtime field conditions.

Balance Force and Flexibility For a High-Efficiency Seedbed

Better Soil and Residue Management
- Swept back, high-concavity shank design helps soil ramp up and explode higher to effectively mix particles, break down tough clods and level the soil.
- Thicker, stronger shanks — 11/16-inch compared with the previous 5/8-inch — match to spring pressure for ideal performance.
- Greater residue throughput thanks to 6.5-inch shank spacing that ensures better soil mixing and improved residue distribution.
Increased Spring Force
- Greater spring force delivers a 20% increase in holding power, allowing the field cultivator to penetrate hard soils, even at higher speeds.
- Proportional increase in spring force and shank thickness keeps sweeps parallel to the ground for a consistently flat subsurface floor, more accurate seed placement and uniform seedling emergence.
Enhanced Durability
- Shank guard channel ensures stability through turns and provides even loading and added durability.
- A 5/8-inch main shank pivot bolt holds tight to stabilize spring pressure and improves the durability of the dual bushing pivot point.
- Low-maintenance features include clamp-style shank mounts, single-bolt installation, welded cylinder and greaseless bearings.

Finishing Tools

Achieve the Finish that Fits Your Fields

Select the finishing tool option that best fits your soil type and farming practices. Our harrow options are designed to maximize seed-to-soil contact while providing optimal leveling and clod sizing.

2-Bar Spike ACS Harrow with Dual Flat-Bar Crumber (pictured above)
- Paired with the independent-arm, dual flat-bar Crumbler, this option is designed to help effectively break up clods and level the soil for a smooth finish
- Designed to match the contour of the ground for ultimate seedbed leveling
3-Bar Spike ACS Harrow with Single Flat-Bar Crumbler
- Paired with the flat-bar spiral Advanced Conditioning System (ACS), this option with three bars is ideal for tough soils that require additional leveling
- The flat-bar ACS harrow adds clod-busing power with excellent durability

Finishing Tools

Achieve the Perfect Finish

Multiple finishing tool options on the Tiger-Mate 255 field cultivator allow you to select the perfect finish for your soil type and farming practices. With industry-leading down pressure consistency, our Advanced Conditioning Systems (ACS) harrows are proven to maximize seed-to-soil contact in the final pass before planting.

4-bar Tiger-Tine Harrow
- Three tine angle position adjustments for flexible soil finish.
- Indexed tines improve soil leveling.
- Parallel linkage and nonlinked tine bars eliminate depth and level setting.
3-bar Extreme Tiger-Tine ACS Harrow With Spring Down Pressure
- With three bars and twice as many tines, this option improves clod sizing and soil leveling, even on tough soils.
- Extreme Tiger-Tines are redesigned for maximum flexibility, allowing residue to filter through the tines.
- Four precise tine angle settings, convenient handle and quick pin allow tines to be adjusted to the soil.
- Large 14-inch TigerPaw^™ Crumbler pulverizes the soil for a smooth seedbed surface
3-bar Extreme Tiger-Tine ACS Harrow With Hydraulic Down Pressure
- This option, paired with the TigerPaw Crumbler, has all the advantages of the 3-bar Extreme Tiger-Tine ACS harrow, but with hydraulic down pressure.
- The Crumbler may be placed in float or lifted on the go to avoid wet spots.
- The hydraulic down pressure system offers independent adjustment of each section to easily match downforce with field conditions.
- This harrow is ideal for soils with heavy residue and tough clods.

3-bar Spike-tooth ACS Harrow With Spring Down Pressure
- Paired with the Case IH TigerPaw Crumbler, this high-iron harrow aggressively breaks up clods, evenly distributes crop residue and levels the soil for a smooth finish.
- The larger formed bar on the Crumbler adds clod-busting power and excellent durability.
- Best choice for tough clods in forest soils prone to cloudiness.
3-bar Spike-tooth ACS Harrow With Hydraulic Down Pressure
- Paired with the Case IH TigerPaw Crumbler, this hydraulic down pressure system offers independent adjustment of each section to easily match downforce with field conditions.
- The durable Crumbler busts tough clods with ease.
- The Crumbler may be placed in float or lifted on the go to avoid wet spots.
- This harrow option provides even crop residue distribution and excellent soil leveling.

Prepare Your Fields With the Utmost Efficiency

Ideal seedbed preparation sets the tone for planting season success — from row unit ride to planter speed. To maximize planting efficiency and help your crops reach their full potential, pair your Tiger-Mate 255 field cultivator or Vibra-Tine 265 S-tine field cultivator with the Case IH 2000 series Early Riser® planter. Our planters deliver the ultimate in seed placement accuracy to produce a more successful crop. Learn how Case IH 2000 series Early Riser planters can help you achieve High-Efficiency Farming at your operation.

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Current Models - Click Model to View Specifications

Tiger-Mate 255 Field Cultivator
Look to the Tiger-Mate^® 255 for the durability and Agronomic Design™ features you need to create a high-efficiency seedbed for more efficient planting and maximum yield.
Vibra-Tine 265 S-Tine Field Cultivator
A rugged, productive and agronomically designed field cultivator equipped with vibrating S-tine technology effectively works high-clay and timber soils, creating a better seedbed.

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