The Geiger Lund Selective Asparagus Harvester Model SP-2010

A Four-Row Selective Mechanical Asparagus Harvester.  Estimated Cost - $150,000
 

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Preliminary specifications for the 4 row asparagus harvester. These specifications are subject to change without notice.                      
Four rows custom built to match your row centers. Can be from 36" centers to 70" centers.

Estimated Harvesting speed - .5 to 3.5 mph. 

Overall length of machine:  22 feet.

Hitch pin to wheel centers - 14 feet.

Estimated Machine weight: 8,000 pounds

All power supplied through a PTO pump on the tractor.  Requires about 15 - 20 horsepower.

Length of cut:  9"  green.

Depth of cut: Approx. 0 to 1 inch.

Bed Cutting Width: 21 Inches

Blade width 2 inches on 1-3/4 inch centers.  12 blades per row.

Estimated crop recovery - 60 to 80 percent depending on field conditions, ground speed etc.

Tongue Weight:  800 pounds

Estimated Price: $125,000