T123 FOLDING WING PLOW

The T123 Folding Wing Plow (TFW123) is designed for large‑scale Keyline cultivation where maximum working width is required without sacrificing transport and gate access. Built on the proven three‑beam T123 platform, the folding wing configuration allows operators to cover wide paddocks efficiently while retaining the ability to move safely between fields.

The TFW123 uses a hydraulically operated folding wing system design to provide road and gateway clearance and can be operated folded or unfolded while cultivating, giving the operator flexibility to adjust working width to suit paddock conditions.

Application

Regeneration / Cropping

Max Tilling Depth

Up to 34" (Std – 26")

Linkage Type

Drawbar – Trailing

Tractor HP

200-450

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Specifications

Frame Width Overall (m) 7.3, 8 .5, 9.1, 9.75, 11.2, 12.1
Frame Depth – Toolbar 3.1m (123″)
Frame Depth – Overall 7.1m
Standard Shank 660mm (26″)
Frame Height TBC
Frame Weight (kg) TBC

 

MODELS OVERALL WIDTH CENTRE FRAME WIDTH
TFW123-24 7.3m (24ft) 2.75m (9ft)
TFW123-28 8.5m (28ft) 3.95m (13ft)
TFW123-30 9m (30ft) 4.3m (14ft)
TFW123-32 9.75m (32ft) 4.8m (16ft)
TFW123-37 11.2m (37ft) 6.7m (22ft)
TFW123-40 12m (40ft) 7.6m (25ft)

Frame – Manufactured in Australia from 4″ x 4″ 3/8 RHS

Hitch – The Yeomans Trailing Model plows are fitted with a heavy‑duty hydraulically adjustable Top Link incorporated into the solid steel A‑frame tow bar assembly. This system allows precise hydraulic levelling of the plow frame from the tractor cab, ensuring the plow operates dead level at the selected working depth regardless of terrain or drawbar height variation.

Depth Control – All Trailing Folding Wing Plows come standard with hydraulic depth control system with adjustable mounting mechanism which allows various wheel positions. The system comes with 2 single wheels on the centre frame and a single wing on each wing.

Plow Models TFW123-24 TFW123-28 TFW123-30 TFW123-32 TFW123-37 TFW123-40
Shank Spacing Number of Shanks (for equal spacing)
330mm (13″) 22 25 27 29 34 37
457mm (18″) 18 19
482mm (19″) 15 20
508mm (20″) 21
635mm (25″) 25

The Yeomans T123 trailing plows feature a three beam configuration with shanks positioned along all three beams. Due to front‑to‑rear support beam(s) shanks can only be set at certain equal spacings. These are shown on the table to the left.

*In pasture work, minor variations in shank spacing caused by frame beam positions are inconsequential, whereas cropping applications require more precise, even spacings to align with defined crop rows.

Available Optional Extras

  • 31″ or Big Y (Adjustable up to 34″) Shanks
  • Stump Jump System
  • 18″ Fluted Disc Pasture Coulters
  • Crumble Roller – Manual or Hydraulic
  • Tickle Pot Seeder
  • Weed Knife – Heel
  • Weed Knife – Wobble Blade
  • Adjustable Hillers
  • Fixed Hillers
  • Disc Hillers
  • Digging Points

All TFW123 folding wing plows use a standardised wing length, with each wing measuring 7.5 ft (2.23 m). This fixed wing size is consistent across the folding wing range, ensuring predictable folding geometry, balanced weight distribution, and reliable hydraulic operation regardless of overall plow width. Overall working width is increased by varying the centre section, not the wings themselves.

The centre section length changes to suit wider plows, with centre sections ranging from approximately 9 ft through to 25 ft, allowing the TFW123 to be configured in working widths up to 40 ft (12 m). This modular approach provides flexibility when matching the plow to tractor horsepower, paddock size, and desired tine count, while retaining a consistent and proven wing system.

The folding wings are operated by a hydraulically actuated folding system that has been developed and refined by Yeomans over more than 20 years. When raised, the wings fold well past vertical, ensuring they remain securely in position even in rough terrain. The system is designed so the wings will not fall or creep down unintentionally, even under extreme operating conditions.

The TFW123 can be operated with the wings fully extended, partially folded, or fully folded, allowing cultivation to continue in confined paddocks or when reduced working width is required. When folded, the plow can still be used for deep working, giving operators flexibility without the need to change machines. For extended road transport, Yeomans recommends securing the wings together as a precaution.

Like all T123‑based frames, the TFW123 is a three‑beam design, providing excellent internal clearance for residue flow, wheel placement, and shank layout across the centre section and wings. The frame is manufactured from fully welded 4″ × 4″ × ⅜” RHS steel, delivering the rigidity and durability required for sustained operation at scale. Shanks are clamp‑mounted rather than welded, allowing flexible spacing and straightforward reconfiguration across the entire width of the plow.

Each TFW123 is supplied with a hydraulic depth control system, with wheels mounted on both the centre section and wings to help maintain consistent working depth and frame stability across wide working widths. Optional castoring coulter discs and Yeomans Crumble Rollers, available in manual or hydraulic configurations, can be fitted to improve pasture protection, residue handling, and surface finish following cultivation.

Designed and manufactured on the Darling Downs, the T123 Folding Wing Plow combines wide‑frame efficiency with proven Yeomans engineering, offering a scalable, durable solution for large‑scale Keyline cultivation where productivity, flexibility, and long‑term reliability are essential.

Why We Prefer Drawbar Horsepower (Not Just Engine Horsepower)

When selecting a Yeomans plow, drawbar horsepower and tractor weight are more important than engine horsepower alone.

A tractor may have sufficient horsepower on paper, but without adequate weight and traction it cannot apply that power effectively. This is especially true for compact utility tractors. For this reason, Yeomans plow selection should be based on usable drawbar horsepower.

How Many Shanks Should I Run?
Depending on soil type, compaction and tractor models, we recommend anywhere from 7-15HP per shank.

Up to 20–30 horsepower per shank may be required for initial cultivation in very compacted or dry hardpan soils. In such situations it is best to order a plow based on the standard recommendation, but start plowing with fewer shanks and re-introduce shanks as soil conditions improve.

With the above in mind, a practical starting point is to allow approximately 10 drawbar horsepower per shank.

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Minimal Soil Disturbance Design

75 years of Keyline expertise, design and testing has produced the best shank and point geometry to lift and fracture compacted subsoil without inverting or mixing the topsoil.

This controlled soil‑lifting action is achieved through carefully developed shank profiles and working angles that loosen the soil profile while preserving surface structure, residue, and ground cover. The result is a precise, mechanical approach to subsoil conditioning rather than aggressive cultivation.

Advanced Shear Pin System

The shear pin acts as a sacrificial mechanical safeguard, absorbing sudden shock loads by failing under excessive force before damage can be transferred to shank, clamp and frame.

What sets the Yeomans system apart is the ingenious design which uses short pieces of off-the-shelf mid steel rod instead of expensive machined pins. Changing a Yeomans pin is quick, easy and cheap. When the shear pin breaks, the shank doesn’t fall to the ground, it remains on the frame meaning a pin change takes around 40 seconds. No spare pins? no problem, use an M8 bolt to get you working again until replacements arrive.

Interchangeable Yeomans Shank System

Built around the Yeomans Oyster Clamp Shank (OCS) system, plows support interchangeable 22″, 26″, and 31″ shanks with replaceable points and adapters.

Clamp‑mounted shanks allow fast reconfiguration, simplified servicing, and long‑term component replacement without cutting or welding. This modular system gives operators the flexibility to adapt one frame to multiple applications while protecting long‑term machinery investment.

Fully Customisable & Upgradeable Frame System

Yeomans plows are built around a highly adaptable frame system designed to accept a wide range of attachments and configurations. The frame allows coulters, crumble rollers (manual or hydraulic), depth control systems, seeders, weeders, and hilling components to be easily fitted, removed, or reconfigured to suit changing applications. Plows can be set up as a dedicated cultivator, seeder, weeder, or hiller, or configured to perform multiple tasks in a single pass.

Importantly, these options can be specified at the time of purchase or added at any stage in the future, allowing the machine to evolve over the years. This modular approach ensures long‑term flexibility, protects machinery investment, and allows Yeomans plows to be upgraded and adapted over many years of use.

Heavy‑Duty Australian‑Built Construction

All Yeomans plows feature fully welded RHS steel frames designed and manufactured in Australia for Australian conditions. Frame designs have evolved through decades of field use to withstand demanding soils, variable terrain, and long working hours.

This proven construction approach delivers strength, durability, and confidence that the plow is built to perform year after year.