Vegetable harvesting machine FR 148 Special

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Overview
Industrial harvester designed for picking up vegetables and medicinal/aromatic herbs for the industrial sector. Equipped with an automotive function for convenient long road journeys and a rear lifting dump that can be raised for unloading.

Main functions and intended use
Harvests: Vegetables and medicinal/aromatic plants (examples: Parsley, Basil, Spinach, Sage, Lavender, Rosemary, Chamomile, Nettle).
Where: On the field.
Sector: Industry (frozen food, flour, fourth range fresh product, etc.).
Containers: Rear lifting dump (tipper) with chain and studs for landing/unloading.

Drive, controls and cabin
Fitted with hydrostatic drive and 4-wheel drive; electronically controlled by joystick and steering gear, with hydraulic steering and steering wheel. The operator controls movements and functions from a multi-function dashboard. Fitted with a closed soundproof cab with air recirculation.

Cutting and loading systems
The mowing/cutting bar is double; the blade is hydraulically operated and available in two sizes. Cutting height adjustment is controlled by a hydraulic device that guarantees precise work height control without damaging crops or ground. The cutting equipment weight can be adjusted to better adapt to each product.
The loading system may be configured with a rubber belt (suitable for short-leaf vegetables such as spinach, parsley, basil) or with reentering springs (suggested for long-leaf or voluminous products such as medicinal herbs or chamomile). Dump lifting height: 4.1 m (ideal for unloading on trailers).

Advantages / Highlights

• Excellent manoeuvrability via joystick electronic control and hydraulic steering.
• High loading capacity with lifting dump up to 4.1 m.
• Double mowing bar with hydraulically operated blades and selectable sizes.
• Hydrostatic 4-wheel drive for precise traction and field performance.
• Options for wheels or track kit for different ground/field conditions.

Accessories (examples)

• Air conditioning
• Dump roller with unloading chain feeding automatic device
• Customised colour
• Mowing bar, double blade 225-310 cm
• 4 track kit

Notes
This model is the FR 148 Special version: compared to the base FR 148, the rear unloading can be raised. It is optimised for industrial applications and customised configurations to specific harvesting needs are available.

Technical specifications

• Denomination: FR 148 Special
• Manufacturer / brand: De Pietri
• Work width: 225-310 cm
• Motor: John Deere 4-cylinder 140 HP Turbo, Stage 5
• Rated power: 140 HP
• Drive: Hydrostatic drive, electronically controlled 4-wheel drive
• Locomotion options: With wheels or with tracks (track kit available)
• Harvests: Vegetables; Medicinal and aromatic plants
• Containers: Rear lifting dump (tipper) with chain and studs
• Dump lifting height: 4.1 m
• Load capacity (load weight): 4000 kg
• Machine weight: 5500 kg
• Work speed: 0-38 km/h
• Mowing/cutting: Double mowing bar; hydraulically operated blades in two sizes; cutting height adjustable hydraulically; adjustable cutting equipment weight
• Loading system options: Rubber belt (food-compliant) or reentering springs
• Cabin: Closed soundproof cab with air recirculation; multi-function dashboard