Tiger-Mate 255 Field Cultivator

Tiger-Mate 255 Field Cultivator

Look to the Tiger-Mate® 255 for the durability and Agronomic Design™ features you need to create a high-efficiency seedbed for more efficient planting and maximum yield.
Frame Type
Single-fold, Double-fold
Working Width
22 ft 2 in - 60 ft 1in (6.8 - 18.3 m)
Shanks
Split-the-middle
Sweep pattern
6-in shank spacing
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Tiger-Mate 255 Field Cultivator Features & Benefits

Frame Designs

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Reliable Frame from End to End

Case IH Field Cultivator frames are designed with higher productivity, increased efficiency and longevity in mind. 

  • Wings engineered to fold together quickly and get you in and out of the field faster
  • 25-inch underframe clearance keeps the residue flowing at higher speed
  • Exclusive, welded bridge frame stands up to variable conditions under higher field speeds
  • Frame designed to flex through difficult soil conditions
  • Greaseless bearings on frame displace over 40 grease points, saving maintenance time

Shank Assemblies

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Superior Shank Assemblies

Create a consistent, flat seedbed with the strong yet flexible C-shank assembly on the Tiger-Mate 255. For high-clay and timber soils, the Vibra-Tine 265 uses proven S-tine technology and rugged S-tine coils to effectively work your fields.

Leveling & Depth Control

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Fine-Tuned Level and Depth Control For Any Field

Automatically adjust depth across a variety of fields and conditions with a single-point hydraulic depth control system. Achieve fast and easy machine leveling, both side-to-side and fore-to-aft with turnbuckle adjustments. 

Sweep Design

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Sweeps That Will Keep You Up and Running Acre After Acre

Built with Case IH Agronomic Design principles, the Tiger-Mate 255 features our exclusive split-the-middle sweep pattern and proven, rear-flowing parabolic design and tough Earth Metal® sweep composition. The results? Better soil tilth, healthy root development, and optimal soil and residue incorporation.  

Soil Command™

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Optimize Every Pass with Soil Command™

In any condition, Case IH Soil Command™ tillage technology adds site-specific precision to soil management. Maximize agronomic, economic and environmental performance with seedbed sensing and monitoring, total implement control, as-tilled mapping and the ability to create and execute soil management prescriptions.

Finishing Tools

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Achieve the Finish that Fits Your Fields

Select the finishing tool option that best fits your soil type and farming practices. Our harrow options are designed to maximize seed-to-soil contact while providing optimal leveling and clod sizing. We have multiple finishing tool options for both the Vibra-Tine model and the Tiger-Mate model.

Hitch

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Hitch Options for Every Job

A variety of hitch options allow you to get the most out of your Case IH field cultivator:

  • The Floating Hitch allows the Tiger-Mate 255 to operate independently of the tractor, while enhancing the ground following for consistent depth across terrain.
  • The T-Bone Hitch provides a tighter turn radius.
  • The Rear Hitch accommodates additional towed conditioning system, while minimizing passes in seedbed preparation. 

Choose electronic or hydraulic hookups to match harrow options and towing needs.

Wheels & Tires

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Stability and Durability in All Conditions

Case IH field cultivators are built to reduce compaction and remain level and stable in all field conditions Radial Tires
  • Durable and stubble-resistant
  • Up to a 70 percent increase in footprint over bias ply tires – improves flotation and reduces compaction
Wheels
  • Walking tandems and gauge wheels on the main frame and wings provide a smooth ride and reduce compaction, wing bounce and nosing.
  • Radial Stabilizer wheels on every wing section provide additional stability and levelness over obstacles
  • Optional pivoting stabilizer wheel on wing sections for contour farming

Seedbed Preparation

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Prepare Your Fields With the Utmost Efficiency

Ideal seedbed preparation sets the tone for planting season success — from row unit ride to planter speed. To maximize planting efficiency and help your crops reach their full potential, pair your Tiger-Mate 255 field cultivator or Vibra-Tine 265 S-tine field cultivator with the Case IH 2000 series Early Riser® planter. Our planters deliver the ultimate in seed placement accuracy to produce a more successful crop.

Vibra-Tine 265 S-Tine

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Proven Technology

The Vibra-Tine 265 S-Tine Field Cultivator effectively works high-clay and timber soils, creating a better seedbed. Vibrating technology enables S-tines to break through heavy soil to create a better seedbed. Six ranks of S-tines, with effective 4-inch spacing, provide optimal clod sizing and allow for maximum residue flow. The large S-tine coils ensure powerful forward, backward and sideways motion.

Tiger-Mate 255 Field Cultivator Specs & Compare

Dimensions And Weights
Max Working Width (ft/in)60 ft 1 in
Max Transport Width (ft/in)19 ft
Max Transport Height (ft/in)15 ft 6 in
Max Total Weight (lb)21860
Hitch And Frame
Frame Configuration5 Section, Folding
Connection To TractorPull-Type, Category 4 or 5 drawbar
Pull-type Hitch SystemConstant level or Floating
Depth ControlElectric - AFS Soil Command Hydraulic single point
Shanks
Max Number Of Shanks111
Shank Spacing - in (mm)6.5 (165)
Wheels And Axles
Center Frame Tire Size380/60 R16.5
Wing Frame Tire Size280/70 R15
Transport Wheel MountingWalking tandem
Gauge Wheel Size5.90x15 non-pivot
Optional Attachments
Coil Tine Harrow - Number Of Tine Bars2-bar or 4-bar Tiger-Tine
Crumbler Or Basket ReelMounted behind harrow, or trailing
Spike Harrow - Number Of Tine Bars3-bar
Rear Hitch For Trailing EquipmentOptional