Vegetable harvesting machine FR 38 ECO Special

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Overview
Fully electric harvester designed for harvesting valerian (Valerianella) and similar delicate leafy vegetables. Zero on-site emissions allow safe use in glasshouses and in the field. Main operation via joystick and electronic controls.

Applications

• Harvests: Valerian and similar delicate leaf vegetables
• Environments: Glasshouses and open fields on sandy to medium-textured soils
• Sector: Fourth range (fresh produce)
• Output: Depositing into crates or bins

Key features

• Electric propulsion with non-polluting motor suitable for organic production
• Low noise and minimal vibration to protect delicate produce
• Batteries offering extended operating time with fast-charging capability
• 4-wheel drive, hydrostatic transmission; electronic joystick control
• Adjustable working speed with stop and programmable automatic resume
• Automatic forward movement during picking-up; steering via steering wheel
• Patented mowing bar with ribbon blade and self-centring pulleys; multiple versions available
• Electronic sensors for cutting-height adjustment to avoid crop or soil damage
• Food-industry compliant picking-up belt with adjustable speed
• Soil-residue elimination system to reduce produce waste

Accessories

• Antioxidant liquid system
• Work headlamps
• Blade levelling with roller
• Blade levelling with sensors
• Enlarged ground light
• Large wheels
• Shady roof
• Windproof net
• Sorter table
• Telescopic dumping belt kit
• Side dumping belt kit
• Harvesting kit with bins
• Customised colour

Description
The FR 38 ECO Special is engineered for gentle harvesting of delicate vegetables such as valerian, both in glasshouse and open-field conditions on sandy or medium-textured soils. The machine combines a patented mowing bar, automatic cutting-height adjustment and a soil-residue elimination system to minimise product damage and waste. Configurations are available to adapt the machine to other crops with similar characteristics.

Technical specifications

• Model: FR 38 ECO Special
• Motor: Electric (optionally available with internal combustion engine)
• Mobility: Wheeled
• Drive / Transmission: 4-wheel drive, hydrostatic transmission
• Control: Electronic joystick, multi-function dashboard
• Working height (cm): 100–120
• Working width: 120 ÷ 200 cm
• Working speed: 0–15 km/h
• Machine weight: 1500 kg
• Load capacity (approx.): ~3000 kg
• Operating autonomy: High-capacity batteries with fast charging
• Picking-up: Adjustable-speed belt complying with food-industry standards