OverviewThe WR54 Series overhead-frame wheel rakes are high-capacity wheel rakes designed for efficient raking of hay and forage. They feature adjustable rake beams, free-floating 152.4 cm (60 in) diameter wheels, and an in-cab master control for centralized operation. The design supports large working widths and simplified transport and storage.
Key features- Adjustable raking beams: 0° to 8° to adapt to crop conditions (0° for dry crops; up to 8° for short, wet or matted crops).
- Free-floating rake wheels: 152.4 cm (60 in) diameter wheels float on individual dampening springs; optional bi-directional spring available; wheels can be lifted independently (left, right or both).
- Maximum raking width: up to 8.83 m (29 ft); rake wheel beams can be angled independently to permit one-sided raking.
- Master control system: single in-cab control to operate rake-wheel functions and beam adjustments.
- Rubber-mounted rake wheel teeth: 36 teeth per wheel (18 double tines), tooth diameter 0.7 cm (0.276 in); rubber mounting allows tilt adjustment of beams to match conditions.
- Tandem transport wheels: improve stability and maintain level operation over uneven ground.
- Transport locks: overhead frame and rake components can be secured with chains or locks for transport and storage.
- Hydraulic-adjustable windrow width: hydraulically adjustable up to 182.9 cm (72 in) using one hydraulic remote plus an electrical control box.
- Open-center kit availability: optional kit for tractors with open-center hydraulic systems.
Applications / Benefits- High-capacity raking for hay and forage handling on large farms and contractors.
- Adjustable settings and hydraulic/electrical controls reduce operator time and improve raking consistency across varied crop conditions.
- Design facilitates smooth field operation, transport and compact storage.
Technical specifications- Transport width: 3.75 m (12.33 ft)
- Transport length: 8.63 m (28.33 ft)
- Transport height: 2.26 m (7.42 ft)
- Raking width: min 5.02 m (16.5 ft) — max 8.83 m (29 ft)
- Windrow width: min 60.96 cm (24 in) — max 183.64 cm (72.3 in)
- Rake wheels: quantity 17; diameter 152.4 cm (60 in)
- Rake wheel teeth per wheel: 36 (18 double tines); tooth diameter 0.7 cm (0.276 in)
- Transport wheels (size/quantity): 9.5L-15 (24.0 x 38.1), four
- Implement weight (operating): 2,676 kg (5,900 lb)
- Shipping weight: 2,766 kg (6,100 lb)
- Set-up time (labor hours): 12
- Warranty time period: 1 year
- Tractor compatibility — minimum tractor size: 1,784 kg (3,933 lb); SCV: one double-acting (closed-center; open-center kit available)