A John Deere 9976 Cotton Picker is a mechanised harvesting machine designed to strip cotton bolls from plants in the field. John Deere is a leading manufacturer of agricultural equipment across multiple crop and livestock sectors, and cotton pickers represent a significant category of heavy-duty harvest machinery for large-scale cotton operations.
This 1998 model is equipped with a PRO-16 picking unit configured for 5 and 6 row operation, allowing the machine to harvest multiple rows in a single pass. The picker rides on dual 20.8-42 cleat R2 tyres, which provide traction and flotation across field conditions. Power delivery is managed through a power axle rated at 82, ensuring adequate drive to the picking mechanisms and ground engagement. The machine includes height sense technology on its inner picking units, which automatically adjusts the picking head height to follow ground contours and maintain optimal picking quality. Stalk lifter rods are fitted to raise and separate cotton stalks ahead of the picking unit, improving harvest efficiency and reducing plant damage. Mud scrapers are integrated to prevent soil and debris buildup on the machine during operation.
The machine is used and is priced at $19,894. It is located in Tennessee, USA. Contact the seller directly for further details and inspection arrangements.
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