Benefits
- Versatile: it can work with loose hay or straw.
- Full speed control by the operator thanks to its throttle control and its powered drive wheels make running the unit effortless.
- Its 68-knife rotor produces a clean, precise chop.
- Maximum stability and optimal maneuverability thanks to the wide handlebar.
- Low maintenance.
- 13 HP Honda motor with electric starter
- 48’’ (122 cm) tub diameter
- Grate for standard chop lengths
- Fine cut grate Optional
- Conical extension for extra capacity Optional
The large capacity tub
- It means fewer trips to the filling station thanks to its high load capacity.
- All-steel monocoque design eliminates risk of drive hoop breakage.
- Equipped with a long-lasting UHMW bottom seal to keep dust and material contained.
Easy spreading
The two adjustable flaps located at the exit of the chopper allow you to set the desired ejection distance. With a range of up to 17' (5 m), you can quickly distribute the bedding your animals need for their comfort.
Heavy-duty steel rotor
- The knives are pre-assembled in sets of four on smooth spacer discs, making replacement or reversing quick and easy.
- The spiral design of the knife rotor shaft delivers smooth operation, constant throughput and a steady flow of bedding with less horsepower.
- The reversible mounting keeps maintenance costs low.
Flotation wheels - Flotrac
The three large tractor-type, low-pressure tires provide great traction in all conditions, and the powerful hydrostatic pump easily handles heavy loads.
| Standard self-propelled | Flotrac self-propelled | Stationary* | Gas | PTO driven | |
| Tub | 48'' (122 cm) Ø | 48'' (122 cm) Ø | 48'' (122 cm) Ø | 28'' (71 cm) Ø | 48'' (122 cm) Ø |
| Width | 51 1/2'' (131 cm) | 52 1/4'' (133 cm) | 50'' (127 cm) | 43 1/4'' (110 cm) | 51'' (129.5 cm) |
| Height | 62'' (157.5 cm) | 63'' (160 cm) | 62 1/2'' (159 cm) | 65 1/2'' (166 cm) | 54 1/2'' (138 cm) |
| Length | 90'' (229 cm) | 105'' (267 cm) | 75 3/4'' (192 cm) | 62 1/2'' (159 cm) | 75'' (190.5 cm) |
| Weight | 850 lb (385.5 kg) | 1065 lb (483 kg) | 800 lb (363 kg) | 585 lb (265 kg) | 690 lb (313 kg) |
| Motor | 13 HP | 13 HP | 7.5 HP or 10 HP | 9 HP, 11 HP or 13 HP | 20 HP minimum - 540 RPM |
| Wheels | Traction - Turf type (16 X 7.5) | Flotation - Tractor type | Stationary | 4.80/4.00-8 | Stationary |
* A stationary model with a 28'' Ø tub is also available. Please contact your territory manager for more details.
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