When planting season arrives, every farm operation needs dependable equipment that can cover acres efficiently and accurately. Wide-width planters like the John Deere DB60 series have become staples for growers who need both speed and precision in the field. Known for strong build quality, excellent row spacing coverage, and durable components, DB60 planters help farmers get seed in the ground quickly while maintaining consistent depth and spacing across wide swaths of ground. With 36 rows at 20-inch spacing, this configuration is well-suited for both corn and soybeans and enables producers to finish planting quickly during tight spring windows.

This week, we are highlighting a 2013 John Deere DB60 36R20 flex fold vacuum planter that is up for auction, selling absolute on February 17th. This unit is a farmer-owned piece that has been stored inside and not used over the last two seasons, making it an attractive low-use planter with just 1,999 hours.

It includes a central commodity system and RowCommand row control to improve planting accuracy across the entire toolbar. The planter is equipped with Pro Series XP row units, pneumatic downforce, and spiked closing wheels to maintain strong seed-to-soil contact and break up sidewall compaction. An 850-gallon liquid tank with Redball system and SeedStar monitoring with a vacuum-level sensor provide both capacity and visibility during planting.

What sets this planter apart is the combination of smart upgrades and overall care. Aftermarket bearing upper parallel arms and a CDS John Blue blockage monitor with Wi-Fi modules provide added confidence for operators looking to go straight to the field without extra setup. The planter is located in Bloomfield, Missouri and will sell to the highest bidder on auction day.

For growers looking to upgrade planting capacity or add a proven wide-width planter to their operation, this DB60 offers the precision, durability, and technology that many farmers rely on every spring. Mark your calendar for February 17 and take a closer look before it sells.