Tillage autonomy tools announced

John Deere announced a series of model year 2027 (MY27) tillage updates, expanding its portfolio and offering customers more flexibility across a broad range of field and conditions and operation sizes.

The updates include the introduction of 2-section High-Speed Disk (HSD) models in four new widths, expanded autonomy ready options across rippers and field cultivators and updated naming for the DA Series applicators. Building upon proven durability of John Deere tillage implements, these updates will help farmers improve productivity, manage residue and reduce passes.

“The new expanded John Deere tillage portfolio reflects what we continue to hear from farmers — the need for tools that fit their operation, acres and timeline,” said Michael Porter, John Deere marketing manager for tillage equipment. “From new sizes to expanded autonomy ready options, these updates provide customers with more ways to complete critical fieldwork efficiently during tight post-harvest and pre-planting seasons.”

High-Speed Disk Portfolio Expands With New 2-Section Models

Launched in early 2025, John Deere is building on its HSD lineup by delivering new 2-section models available in 15, 19, 22, and 25-foot widths. With the new sizes, customers can expect the same dual-season performance, excellent residue management and field finish while gaining more flexibility for smaller acreages, transport limitations and varying tractor sizes.

The 2-section HSDs will stay true to the features of the larger models by coming autonomy ready from the factory and featuring the same durable frame design and improved residue flow to help operators cover more acres per day without sacrificing performance.

“We heard from customers who needed the benefits and performance of the high-speed disk in a more compact option,” Porter said. “The new 2-section options in smaller widths deliver that flexibility while maintaining the field finish that define the HSD lineup.”

Expanded Autonomy Ready Tillage Options

As farmers search for ways to continually improve productivity and efficiency while combating labor shortage pressures, John Deere continues to expand autonomy ready tillage solutions to help meet their needs. For 2026, autonomy ready capability is now available on the 2730 combination ripper and the 64’ and 69’ models of the 2230 field cultivator, giving customers more options to integrate autonomous tillage into their operations.

John Deere’s autonomy ready tillage tools are designed to seamlessly integrate with autonomous-ready tractors to help customers prepare for the future of field operations while relying on the agronomic performance they traditionally rely on. 

Customers with 2016 or newer 2730 combination rippers can update to autonomy-ready through a John Deere Precision Upgrade kit. These kits provide a cost-effective way to enhance existing machines delivering greater flexibility. Combination ripper upgrade kits will be available for order starting in summer 2026, while field cultivator kits are available today, giving customers the opportunity to begin integrating advanced technology into their operations immediately.