RTK Options

[cosmagedon]

My NH autosteer ready tractor is unlocked to RTK but currently on Rangepoint.

What options have I got to go RTK and what extra hardware is required? How reliable are the systems via a simcard as I travel over a fair distance so I don't think a home base station would work.

 

[PJ Walker @ RTK Farming]

Happy to talk you through the options we have and organise a demo for you. These days SIM card delivered RTK is much more reliable given the improvement in modem and SIM card technology. If you haven't got a modem installed already and have a Trimble 372 installed we can supply a modem for £400 + VAT. If you'd like further info give me a call on 07899807389 or [email protected]

 

[Giles Scrote]

Take a look at SoilEssentials ... they've provided nationwide Ntrip RTK signal for over ten years and cover all receiver brands including NH and JD. Support is provided from their office in the UK with an array of diagnostic tools if ever required ... and being Trimble dealers for the North of England and Scotland can supply the proper modem for a 372. Contact 01356 650459 or click on the link below for more information.

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[del_boy]

Happy to talk you through the options we have and organise a demo for you. These days SIM card delivered RTK is much more reliable given the improvement in modem and SIM card technology. If you haven't got a modem installed already and have a Trimble 372 installed we can supply a modem for £400 + VAT. If you'd like further info give me a call on 07899807389 or [email protected]

Hi.
We have the exact same set up, rtx running range point and the the 372 receiver is unlocked to rtk. After buying the modem to support the sim card what are the ongoing costs ? Thanks

 

[PJ Walker @ RTK Farming]

If we supply you with the SIM card, which is an any Network SIM in order to ensure coverage, the cost is £650 + VAT per year. If you use your own SIM card then the cost is £525 per year. Happy to talk you through how it all works on 07899807389 or drop me a line on [email protected]

 

[JonL]

If it's unlocked to RTK it should work with Centrepoint, perhaps Centrepoint Fast. If it works with Centrepoint Fast you can get a sub for £675 per year from Vantage with no extra hardware requirements. From my experience you get most of the benefits of RTK - no drift, similar accuracy. I think RTK only bests it on slower really high accuracy work ie root crops

 

[cosmagedon]

I thought the ongoing cost of RTK would be less or equal to what I'm currently paying, once the initial outlay was paid for the hardware and unlock codes that is.

 

[PJ Walker @ RTK Farming]

The infrastructure costs to providing RTK or indeed Centrepoint RTX are considerably higher than those for Range point. That's why the cost is higher. Accuracy and repeatability requirements are very much unique to every farm and system so it depends what will provide the best value for you.

 

[Andrew K]

Cosmagedon,
I have the SIM card system PJ Walker describes, works well for us in our area.

 

[Chae1]

I'm £700 for 18 months subscription to rtk.

I justified it to myself with lower subscription fees.