BEDNAR ULTRA 6000 UN Planter Review - The Brand’s Step Into Precision Seeding

In recent years, the precision seeding segment has become one of the most competitive “technology races” in crop production. Farmers expect stable singulation, consistent seeding depth, confident row-unit downforce across different soil types, and - most importantly - predictable emergence when moisture conditions vary from field to field. Against this backdrop, the Czech manufacturer BEDNAR, widely known for its tillage and seeding equipment, is openly showing its development direction in precision seeding through the concept of a new row-crop precision planter - the ULTRA 6000 UN.

The ULTRA 6000 UN is presented as BEDNAR’s “entry ticket” into the precision planter niche. Company communications emphasize the concept’s debut at AGRITECHNICA 2025, while industry media highlight that it is still a prototype that is expected to evolve into a commercial product. 

What Is the ULTRA 6000 UN - and Which Crops Is It Designed For?

According to the manufacturer’s positioning, the ULTRA UN 6000 is a row-crop precision planter for crops where seed spacing uniformity and stable depth control are critical: maize (corn), sunflower, soybean, sorghum, rapeseed (canola), sugar beet, and more.

The key point is not only the crop list, but the platform logic: the machine is designed as a universal precision base with the ability to adapt to different row spacings and agronomic tasks - from classic 70 cm setups to narrower configurations that more farms are now testing. That’s why the news specifically emphasizes adjustable row spacing in the 35 - 75 cm range. 

Design & Technology: What BEDNAR Is Betting On

1) Pneumatic Metering With Positive Pressure

BEDNAR states that the ULTRA UN is based on a positive-pressure system designed to deliver maximum metering and placement accuracy even at higher operating speeds. 

2) Electric Drive and “Fast” Crop Changeover

The materials mention an electric drive for the metering system and a practical mechanism with an easily replaceable cartridge, simplifying operation and speeding up changeovers between crops. 

BEDNAR’s Ukrainian publication also emphasizes automation: direct-drive electric motors, automatically adjustable seed discs, automatic delivery of the required seed rate depending on the crop, and control over air-pressure settings. 

3) Row-Unit Downforce - Up to 350 kg

For a row-crop planter, maintaining depth and seedbed quality in tough conditions (dry topsoil, cloddy structure, reduced tillage residue, etc.) is crucial. The ULTRA 6000 UN is said to offer hydraulic downforce up to 350 kg per row unit, with a parallelogram row-unit mounting design.

4) 100 L Hoppers on Each Row Unit

The prototype uses metal 100 L hoppers on each row unit. It is also noted that in the serial version, these may evolve into a more modern solution (including plastic). 

5) Fertilizer Placement During Seeding - Optional

BEDNAR indicates the option to equip the planter with FERTI coulters for placing mineral fertilizer close to the seedbed. For many farms, this option is critical because it combines operations and supports “one-pass” fieldwork.

Key Specifications of the ULTRA 6000 UN (Based on Published Information)

Why This Matters for Ukrainian Farms

The ULTRA 6000 UN is important primarily as a signal: BEDNAR is entering precision planting not with a “token model,” but as a strategic direction. This is supported by its AGRITECHNICA positioning, references to a future lineup, and a strong focus on row-spacing flexibility and fertilizer options.

The practical value of such a platform for Ukraine is clear:

• diversified crop rotations (corn - sunflower - soybean - rapeseed - beet) demand quick changeover and adaptability;
• in inconsistent moisture conditions, stable downforce and quality seedbed formation become even more critical;
• more farms are aiming to reduce field passes, making fertilizer placement during seeding increasingly important.

Where to Find Seeder Parts in Ukraine - and What’s New in Stock

While manufacturers showcase new concepts, in real farm operations the priority is keeping existing machines running reliably and restoring critical components fast during the season. That’s why it’s worth noting: seeder parts for various brands are available from Bas-Agro LLC (Cherkasy) via the catalog: https://bas.ua/shop/spare-parts-for-seeders-000000003-1

Bas-Agro also has a new shipment of opener discs in stock, with a short unloading video available here: https://youtube.com/shorts/0jJju97MWHA

If you’re preparing for spring planting or solving urgent repairs, opener discs are one of those components where “doing it later” often means losing seeding quality or working speed.

The BEDNAR ULTRA 6000 UN is not just another exhibition prototype. It clearly signals the brand’s intention to enter precision planting with a feature-rich platform: positive-pressure metering, electric drive, high row-unit downforce, adjustable row spacing, and a roadmap that may extend to planters up to 15 rows. 

At the same time, the Ukrainian market continues to face a practical priority: maintaining equipment in peak working condition. In that context, having a reliable source of spare parts and wear items matters - and Bas-Agro’s seeder parts catalog and newly stocked opener discs are relevant tools for the season ahead.