--- product_id: 20036354 title: "Soil Penetrometer, measure compaction and hardpan" brand: "agriculture solutions" price: "£3.78" currency: GBP in_stock: false reviews_count: 2 url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/20036354-soil-penetrometer-measure-compaction-and-hardpan store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # Depth marks at 3-18 inches Dual tip pressure range 0-1000 psi Stainless steel durability Soil Penetrometer, measure compaction and hardpan **Brand:** agriculture solutions **Price:** £3.78 **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Summary > 🌱 Dig Deeper, Grow Smarter — Unlock Your Soil’s True Potential! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Soil Penetrometer, measure compaction and hardpan by agriculture solutions - **How much does it cost?** £3.78 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/20036354-soil-penetrometer-measure-compaction-and-hardpan) ## Best For - agriculture solutions enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted agriculture solutions brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Built to Last:** Robust stainless steel construction ensures reliable performance season after season. - • **Optimize Your Yield:** Identify costly soil compaction early to boost root growth, improve aeration, and maximize harvest potential. - • **Field-Ready Accuracy:** Analog gauge delivers instant, color-coded readings for confident, on-the-spot soil health decisions. - • **Depth-Targeted Analysis:** Clear depth markers at 3, 6, 9, 12, 15, and 18 inches pinpoint hardpan layers with ease. - • **Precision Soil Diagnostics:** Dual-tip design measures 0-500 and 0-1000 psi for tailored soil compaction insights. ## Overview The Soil Penetrometer by Agriculture Solutions LLC is a professional-grade tool designed to measure soil compaction and detect hardpan layers. Featuring a durable stainless steel rod with precise depth markings and dual interchangeable tips, it accurately gauges soil resistance from 0 to 1000 psi. This essential instrument empowers farmers and land managers to diagnose soil health issues early, enabling targeted aeration and tillage strategies that improve root development, reduce equipment wear, and enhance crop yields. ## Description This soil penetrometer is used to test the compaction levels of the soil. It has a detailed color coded gauge that lets you see the resistance of your soil based on how much pressure is needed to break through the soil. This unit features a dual gauge and 2 penetrometer tips so you can measure either 0-500 psi with the 3/4" tip or 0-1000 psi with the 1/2" tip. Soil resistance should be less than 200 but definitely not more than 400 psi. The ideal resistance of your top soil should be less than 200psi. Hard, compacted soil and hardpan which can be a very expensive problem for the farmer in the following ways: * Water standing in fields delays planting. * Delayed planting is a delayed harvest. * May Stunt root growth to Reduces yields. * Increases fuel costs from trying to break up hard soils. * Adds stress on equipment. * Poor seed germination. * Poor root growth. * Less air getting to the roots. An operator pushes a rod with attached (ASAE standard) cone into the ground .Features a stainless steel rod with depth marks of 3,6,9,12,15 and 18inches. Analog gauge reacts to pressure applied to cone while penetrating soil. If you are able to diagnose that you have a compacted soils problem using a penetrometer, then you can take measures to fix the problem by loosening and aerating your soil which will lead to. * Easier tillage. * Quicker seed emergence. * Allows more air to get to the roots. * Improved root growth (by breaking up compaction). * Reduction in erosion. * More uniform stands. * Increased microbial activity, essential in providing healthy soils. * Detoxifying soil for improved plant health. * Improved water movement for reduced fungus problems. * Less wear on equipment. * Save on fuel. * A more mellow loose soil. Review: soil penetrometer - My son received this item and was very excited ! unfortunate the ground is frozen and has not been able to try it out ! so until next spring not sure how it works ! But he is very excited to have received it as a suprise for Christmas!! It was exactly what he wanted and read about! So until this spring not sure how it works!! Review: Very effective selling tool and highly accurate - Customers really enjoy getting soil readings. It gets them excited knowing you are there to help solve there issues. It is very accurate and very useful in the field. You can actually customize aeration treatments and soil treatments. ## Features - Stainless Steel Penetrometer. Measures compaction as a function of the soils resistance. - Measure either 0-500 psi with the 3/4" tip or 0-1000 psi with the 1/2" tip. - Features depth marks at depth marks of 3,6,9,12,15 and 18inches intervals to see where hardpan starts - Soil compaction is very expensive, diagnosing is first step to fixing the problem. - This penetrometer is one of the most useful tools for judging soil quality. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B003ZJBU6G | | Best Sellers Rank | #662,211 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ( See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ) #544 in Soil Meters | | Customer Reviews | 5.0 5.0 out of 5 stars (2) | | Manufacturer | Agriculture Solutions LLC | ## Images ![Soil Penetrometer, measure compaction and hardpan - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51Hoh6ZcOTL.jpg) ![Soil Penetrometer, measure compaction and hardpan - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61txCr3kpsL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ soil penetrometer *by M***O on January 8, 2014* My son received this item and was very excited ! unfortunate the ground is frozen and has not been able to try it out ! so until next spring not sure how it works ! But he is very excited to have received it as a suprise for Christmas!! It was exactly what he wanted and read about! So until this spring not sure how it works!! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very effective selling tool and highly accurate *by D***R on August 13, 2013* Customers really enjoy getting soil readings. It gets them excited knowing you are there to help solve there issues. It is very accurate and very useful in the field. You can actually customize aeration treatments and soil treatments. ## Frequently Bought Together - Soil Penetrometer, measure compaction and hardpan - AMS 59032 Pocket Penetrometer, Soil Strength Penetrometer, Handheld, Lightweight - AgraTronix 08180, Soil Compaction Tester Made in USA SCT --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/20036354-soil-penetrometer-measure-compaction-and-hardpan](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/20036354-soil-penetrometer-measure-compaction-and-hardpan) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-05-16*