OverviewIndustrial harvester/mower equipped with a Stage 5 engine and an “Automotive” function for convenient road travel. The FR 148 is designed for on-field harvesting of vegetables and medicinal/aromatic herbs, featuring a fixed rear dump and available with wheels or track kit.
Suitable crops- Parsley
- Basil
- Spinach
- Sage
- Lavender
- Rosemary
- Chamomile
- Nettle
Main advantages & features- Full motor coverage to prevent leaves from falling onto the engine during harvesting.
- Optimised loading belt with greater inclination to facilitate product ascent.
- Large fixed unloading dump with high loading capacity; chain with studs for ground unloading.
- Hydrostatic transmission with electronically controlled 4-wheel drive via joystick; hydraulic steering.
- Double mowing bar with hydraulically operated blade available in two widths.
- Hydraulic cutting height adjustment for precise control without damaging crops or soil; adjustable cutter weight.
- Loading system configurable with food-compliant rubber belt (suitable for short-leaf vegetables) or reentering springs (recommended for long-leaf or bulky products).
- Multi-function dashboard and closed soundproof cab with air recirculation for operator comfort and control.
- Customisable with accessories and options to meet specific requirements.
Accessories (examples)- Air conditioning
- Dump roller with unloading chain feeding automatic device
- Customised colour
- Mowing bar, double blade 225-310 cm
- 4-track kit
Loading system detailsThe loading system can be fitted with a food-compliant rubber belt (suitable for short-leaf vegetables) or with reentering springs (recommended for long-leaf or bulky products). The loading dump is fixed and equipped with a chain with studs for ground unloading.
Controls & cabinMulti-function dashboard controls all movements and functions from the driver’s seat; closed soundproof cab with air recirculation.
Technical specifications- Model: FR 148
- Work width: 225-310 cm
- Load weight (container capacity): 4000 kg
- Work speed: 0-38 km/h
- Engine: John Deere 4 cylinder 140 HP Turbo, Stage 5
- Transmission: Hydrostatic
- Machine weight: 5500 kg
- Containers: Fixed rear dump (fixed loading dump with chain and studs)
- Locomotion: Wheels and tracks (track kit available)
- Suitable for: Vegetables and medicinal/aromatic plants (see crop list)