Tillage type
Vertical tillage tool
Great Plains tillage equipment ยท Late 2000s to 2010s
Great Plains Turbo-Till 8323
Great Plains Turbo-Till 8323 is a high-speed vertical tillage tool for shallow residue sizing, surface conditioning, and light leveling with limited soil inversion. It is a 23 ft class tool, normally operated at shallow depths after harvest or before planting.
Working width
About 23 ft
Working depth
Typically about 1 to 5 in
Production years
Late 2000s to 2010s
Great Plains Turbo-Till 8323 specifications
| Tillage type | Vertical tillage tool |
|---|---|
| Working width | About 23 ft |
| Working depth | Typically about 1 to 5 in |
| Production years | Late 2000s to 2010s |
| Number of blades | Typically about 69 blades |
| Disk blade size | Typically 19 in fluted coulter blades |
| Blade/shank spacing | Typically about 7.5 in blade spacing |
| Frame type | Pull-type hydraulic-fold frame |
| Horsepower required | Roughly 8 to 12 hp per ft |
What the Turbo-Till 8323 is used for
The Turbo-Till 8323 runs at relatively high field speeds to cut stalks and other residue while keeping much of the material near the surface. It provides shallow soil disturbance and can level light ruts or uneven residue. It is not a replacement for a deep ripper where significant compaction relief is required.
Why the Great Plains Turbo-Till 8323 stands out
Fluted coulter blades are arranged for vertical soil action rather than broad soil inversion. A rear rolling basket or finishing attachment helps break clods and level the surface. Its pull-type frame suits field work and road transport.
Buying a used Great Plains Turbo-Till 8323
Check fluted blade diameter, cracks, hubs, bearings, and individual mounting assemblies. Inspect rolling baskets for bent bars, worn bearings, and damage from residue buildup, then inspect frame hinge areas. Confirm the fold, lift, and depth hydraulics hold pressure, and check transport tires.
Great Plains Turbo-Till 8323 frequently asked questions
What is vertical tillage used for?
It is used for shallow residue cutting, light soil mixing, and leveling while limiting aggressive soil inversion.
Can a Turbo-Till 8323 replace a disk ripper?
No. It works much shallower and is intended for surface residue and seedbed management rather than deep ripping.
What blade condition should a buyer check?
Blades should retain useful diameter and fluting, with no cracks or excessive hub and bearing play.
Specifications are commonly cited figures for general reference; exact figures vary by year and serial number, so confirm against TractorData.com and the machine's records. Values and prices of used tillage equipment vary by condition, use, and region. Page updated Aug 4, 2026.