Forage producers can now harness the
power and innovation of the Vermeer high-capacity wheel rake in an even larger
package with the VR2040 High-Capacity Wheel Rake. With a 40′ (12.19m) raking
width and 20 rake wheels each equipped with individual wheel suspension, the
VR2040 High-Capacity Wheel Rake helps maximize raking efficiency.
 “When we announced our high-capacity wheel rake line with the
the VR2040, we’re offering those features to producers in an even larger
capacity,” says Phil Egging, Vermeer Product Manager. “The VR2040 has the
individual cylinders on each wheel, the same solid rake arm design – those
things that have made the VR1428 able to cover ground and rake effectively are
now available in a 40′ (12.19m) raking width.”
The VR2040 features a dual-purpose
lift and suspension cylinder on each rake wheel, coupled with a
nitrogen-charged accumulator, for easily changing rake wheel settings and
pressure. By properly setting the pressure, the down force on each wheel then
remains consistent through the entire range of motion, improving tooth life and
hay pick up, and reducing dirt content in the windrow.
In addition, the unique design of the
VR2040 features rugged construction with one-piece rake arms and a three-pivot
rear toolbar. This, in conjunction with hydraulic suspension on each rake
wheel, provides superior rake flexibility and less maintenance than
similar-sized rakes that require a pivot joint and additional caster wheel in
the middle of the rake arm. These design features allow the rake to flex 40″
(101.6cm) down or 66″ (167.6cm) up to float over the contours of the terrain,
equating to over 8′ (2.4m) of vertical range for maximum raking coverage.
“Everything about this rake design
contributes to maximum raking coverage. There’s a misconception that a rake of
this size needs a pivot joint in the arms in order to flex and cover contours,
but between the cylinders on each individual wheel and the rear toolbar pivots,
the VR2040 has superior vertical travel and ground contour following,” says
Egging.
For more information about the
VR2040, visit vermeer.com.
About Vermeer Corporation
Vermeer manufactures a complete line
of hay tools including round balers, mowers, mower/ conditioners, rakes,
tedders, bale processors and silage wrappers plus biomass harvesting equipment
used for renewable energy and reclamation; and a wide assortment of industrial
products for tree, construction, environmental and underground utility service
work.
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