MacDon Headers

THE NEXT LEVEL OF INCREDIBLE DRAPER PERFORMANCE

Most combine headers perform well in perfect harvesting conditions, but when was the last time you had perfect conditions? MacDon FlexDraper® and Draper Headers are designed to maximize productivity in the most challenging harvesting situations, from our Active Float System that keeps our headers true-to-the-ground, to the outstanding performance of our reel. Available in sizes up to 13.7 m (45’), MacDon combine drapers are built tough to deliver worry-free harvesting performance with any crop, in any, any condition, and on any combine.

• ACTIVE FLOAT SYSTEM

MacDon's Active Float System reacts instantly to changing ground conditions. This immediate float response means you can cut extremely close to the ground without pushing soil. Two sets of coil springs on the FM100 Float Module support up to 97% of the header weight. The instant float response provides 4.8 degrees of lateral float and 178 mm (7”) of vertical float independent of the combine feeder house. MacDon’s Active Float System keeps our headers true to the ground for a clean, even cut every time.

• ACTIVE CROP FLOW

Upgrading from a traditional auger platform to a MacDon Draper increases productivity during harvest. MacDon's Active Crop Flow gently places crop on the side drapers heads-first and swiftly moves it onto the feed draper, where it's scooped up into the combine's feeder house. Heads-first feeding promotes peak combine efficiency by saving fuel, improving threshing action, creating better straw distribution, and allowing for a more productive harvest overall. Because this harvesting method is more efficient in damp and moist conditions, you can start earlier and work later into the evening.

• OPTIMIZED FEEDING FOR SERIOUS CAPACITY

The feed auger of the FM100 has been engineered to maximize crop feeding. Adjustable tine timing and long (154 mm (6")) tine extension, aggressively engage high volumes of crop. The in-feed crop width can be tailored to match specific combine feeder houses.

• AMAZING REEL PERFORMANCE

Unlike other headers, the movement of our heavy-duty reel picks up and gently places crop onto the drapers. The reel features a uniquely shaped cam, which
allows the fingers to get underneath lodged crop and pick it up before it's cut. Along with the header tilt control, which hydraulically angles the knife from the cab, and fore-aft reel positioning, our headers can reduce, or altogether eliminate, the need for crop lifters.

• MULTI-CROP HARVESTING SOLUTION

MacDon’s D1 and FD1 Series headers are true multi-crop headers that are able to take down cereals, oil seeds, beans – just about any crop in any condition. The FD1 FlexDraper® switches easily from flex to a solid frame with the quick flip of a lever, giving you the ultimate flexibility to move from one crop-type to another. Any crop, any condition, MacDon Drapers are the ultimate performance upgrade for your combine.

• ON-THE-GO CONTROL

Automatic Header Height controls allow the operator to choose ground pressure, cutting height, and header tilt, all right from the operator's seat. When used with the optional Stabilizer Wheels, it allows for automatic cut heights of 30-560 mm (1-22").

• A CONSISTENTLY CLOSE SHAVE

MacDon’s patented C-shaped low profile cutter bar design allows ground-level cutting for the most consistently close shave of your fields. Featuring a heavy-duty knife drive and in-cab knife angle control, this cutting system allows you to match any harvest conditions. The ultra-smooth ground-facing surface of our cutterbar helps our headers glide along the ground for a smooth close cut every time.

• FULL HEADER WIDTH UPPER CROSS AUGER

The optional upper cross auger is attached in front of the back tube and runs the full width of the header, on sizes ranging from 7.6 m (25’) to 12.2 m (40’). The upper cross auger helps to move heavy, bushy, high-volume crops like oilseed rape and peas, to the center of the header for smooth feeding.