John Deere N542C Air Drills and Seeders
John Deere N542C
Average price
$241,600
5+
sold in last year
General overview
John Deere N542C is an air drill and seeder manufactured in the United States and produced from 2020 to 2024. It is intended for field seeding in crop production, and its 4,229 L (120 bu) seed-tank capacity supports material supply during planting work.
The model uses 67 openers with 19.1 cm (8 in) row spacing and 19.1 cm (8 in) space between ranks, creating a closely spaced seeding layout. Fertilizer placement is listed at 381 mm (15 in), and Mid Row Banders® are specified for fertilizer openers. These features describe a row-based setup for coordinated seed and fertilizer application across planted fields.
Year
2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
Country of manufacturing
United States
General specifications
Dimensions
Width
Height
Length
Weight
5,640 mm
~222 in
4,880 mm
~192.1 in
9,100 mm
~358.3 in
14,100 kg
~31,085.2 lb
Seed-tank capacity
120 bu
Additional specifications
Row Spacing
19.1 cm
Number of openers
67 openers
Number of ranks
Single; Dual
Space between ranks
19.1 cm
Fertilizer spacing
381 mm
Seed openers
ProSeriesâ„¢ Opene
Fertilizer openers
Mid Row Banders®
John Deere N542C Air Drills and Seeders Listings
$241,600
67 openers
Single; Dual
381 mm
Scottsbluff, United States
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John Deere N542C Air Drills and Seeder
120 bu
14100 kg
9100 mm × 5640 mm × 4880 mm
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What is the average price of a John Deere N542C?
No confirmed market price is supplied for the John Deere N542C. Check current listings and compare the machine’s condition, location, and configuration.
What are the key advantages of the John Deere N542C?
The supplied specifications list a 120 bu seed-tank capacity, 67 openers, ProSeries™ Opene seed openers, and Mid Row Banders® fertilizer openers. It supports Single or Dual ranks, with 19.1 cm (7.5 in) row spacing and 381 mm (15 in) fertilizer spacing.
What type of engine does the N542C use?
The supplied information does not confirm an engine type for the John Deere N542C.
How much horsepower does the N542C have?
The supplied information does not confirm horsepower for the John Deere N542C.
What fuel does the John Deere N542C use?
The supplied information does not confirm the fuel type for the John Deere N542C.
What jobs is this Air Drills and Seeders best suited for?
Based on the supplied specifications, the John Deere N542C is suited to seeding operations that use 67 openers and require seed and fertilizer placement. It offers Single or Dual ranks, ProSeries™ Opene seed openers, and Mid Row Banders® fertilizer openers.
What is the expected lifespan of the N542C?
The supplied information does not provide an expected lifespan for the John Deere N542C. Inspect opener, rank, seed-tank, and fertilizer-opener condition, along with maintenance records, to assess a specific machine.
What should a buyer check when purchasing a used Air Drills and Seeders?
Check the seed tank, openers, rank configuration, spacing components, and fertilizer openers for wear or damage. Confirm operation of the seed and fertilizer systems, review maintenance records, and verify that the machine’s configuration matches the intended seeding and fertilizer-placement work.
