Description
9LZ-6.0 Trailed Finger Wheel Hay Rake (12 Wheels)
High-Velocity Agronomic Forage Consolidation: 6-Meter Working Width for Maximum Yield Recovery and Precision Windrowing
⚙️ ≥ 25.73 kW (35 HP) Ultra-Low Power
⏱️ 4.2 – 6.0 Hectares/Hour
🦿 Fully Hydraulic Lift Control
1. Comprehensive Product Overview: The Definitive Agricultural Rake
Le 9LZ-6.0 Trailed Finger Wheel Hay Rake (12-Wheel Configuration) is an indispensable engineering asset for modern commercial crop aggregation. Purpose-built as a high-capacity trailing implement, this industrial-grade Râteau agricole is meticulously calibrated to manage large volumes of post-harvest forage, delicate legumes, and dense crop residues. Diverging from high-friction, maintenance-heavy rotary architectures, this highly intelligent finger wheel system harnesses the forward kinetic energy of the towing tractor to initiate its rotational gathering mechanics. It excels at consolidating cut, sun-cured forage or rigid agricultural straw into continuous, aerated windrows. Furthermore, its geometrical flexibility allows it to perform essential tedding operations—turning the crop to drastically accelerate the solar curing process.
This formidable Râteau agricole is the ultimate implement for mid-to-large-scale operations traversing expansive pastoral steppes and intensive agricultural hubs. It effortlessly processes diverse biomass profiles, from thick native prairie grasses to damp, heavy crop stalks. The 9LZ-6.0 model is globally recognized by its highly efficient 12-wheel matrix, featuring a staggering 720 spring teeth. This configuration covers a precise 6.0-meter working span, delivering profound production efficiencies while upholding structural simplicity, ease of operation, and unmatched operational reliability. The resulting windrows are characterized by exceptional uniformity and superior air permeability, ensuring optimal moisture evaporation prior to collection by a heavy-duty round baler. All articulation—including lifting, lowering, and terrain adaptation—is strictly governed by a sophisticated hydraulic control system, allowing a single operator to command the entire implement safely from the tractor cab.
Drivetrain & Fleet Selection Summary
To fully comprehend the operational supremacy of the 9LZ-6.0, agronomists and procurement directors must evaluate its foundational kinematic engineering principles and fleet compatibility requirements.
Unlike a high-maintenance Râteau à prise de force, this Râteau à gazon operates entirely independently of a mechanical power take-off. The 12 free-floating finger wheels are powered directly by ground contact, translating the tractor’s forward momentum into a continuous, gentle sweeping action that shields fragile legume leaves from aggressive mechanical shattering.
The 9LZ-6.0 is equipped with an astonishing 720 individual spring teeth (60 teeth per wheel across 12 wheels). This ultra-high-density contact matrix ensures absolute field recovery, driving the forage leakage rate down to an industry-leading ≤ 2%, guaranteeing maximum crop yield.
All structural articulation is managed seamlessly via the tractor’s auxiliary hydraulic remotes. The extended V-frame can be instantaneously hoisted to clear field debris or folded into a rigid transport configuration, rendering field-to-field transit highly safe and efficient.
2. Rigorous Engineering Specifications & Technical Data
The following data matrix explicitly details the dimensional, structural, and kinetic parameters of the 9LZ-6.0 (12-Wheel) model. All specifications are validated through intensive international agricultural testing to guarantee B2B procurement integrity.
| Non. | Catégorie de paramètre / Description de l'article | Unité | Données de spécification standard |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Désignation officielle du modèle | / | 9LZ-6.0 Finger Wheel Hay Rake |
| 2 | Configuration structurelle | / | Finger Wheel (V-Rake Geometry) |
| 3 | Tractor Hitch Type | / | Trailed (Heavy-Duty Drawbar Pin) |
| 4 | Specification Type | / | 9LZ-6.0 |
| 5 | Puissance requise du moteur du tracteur | kW | ≥ 25.73 (Approx. 35 HP) |
| 6 | Working State Dimensions (L x W x H) | mm | 7600 x 6800 x 1500 |
| 7 | Masse structurelle totale de l'équipement | kg | 1200 |
| 8 | Largeur de travail de ratissage efficace | m | 6.0 |
| 9 | Vitesse de travail optimale en marche avant | km/h | 7 – 10 |
| 10 | Maximum Safe Transport Speed | km/h | ≤ 18 |
| 11 | Total Quantity of Finger Wheels | pièces | 12 |
| 12 | Total Number of Spring Teeth | pièces | 720 (12 wheels × 60 teeth/wheel) |
| 13 | Opérateurs requis | Personne | 1 (Conducteur de tracteur uniquement) |
| 14 | Formed Windrow Width Range | mm | 800 – 1400 |
| 15 | Maximum Crop Leakage Rate | / | ≤ 2% |
| 16 | Taux de productivité horaire (zone) | hm²/h | 4.2 – 6.0 |
🚜 Universal OEM Tractor Compatibility Blueprint
The 9LZ-6.0 is engineered with an internationally standardized, heavy-duty drawbar linkage and ISO-compliant hydraulic quick-disconnects. It is purposefully optimized to synchronize flawlessly with agricultural wheeled tractors delivering as little as 25.73 kW of engine power (≥ 35 HP). Operating strictly as a ground-driven implement, it applies absolute zero parasitical drag on the tractor’s PTO shaft, reserving 100% of engine power for forward traction and hydraulic manipulation, which critically maximizes fuel economy during long shifts.
Global OEM Compatibility & Legal Trademark Disclaimer: This heavy-duty machinery is universally adapted to integrate with all major global tractor platforms. This includes, but is strictly not limited to, equipment manufactured by John Deere, Case IH, New Holland, Kubota, Massey Ferguson, Mahindra, Fendt, Valtra, and Claas. The explicit mention of these corporate brands serves strictly as an operational reference guide to assist farm operators and procurement managers in accurate fleet matching. It does not establish, imply, or suggest any direct commercial affiliation, sponsorship, endorsement, or trademark infringement.
4. Distinctive Engineering Features & Field Advantages
The 9LZ-6.0 transcends standard raking equipment; it is a meticulously designed yield-optimization system. Explore the engineering superiorities that define its class.
6.0m Wide Sweeping Profile
Encompassing a highly efficient 6.0-meter span, the V-arms drastically diminish the absolute number of required field passes compared to smaller rakes. By sweeping vast areas at sustained speeds of 7-10 km/h, the 9LZ-6.0 heavily reduces detrimental soil compaction from tractor tires and slices diesel consumption per hectare, consistently hitting production benchmarks of 4.2 to 6.0 hectares per hour.
12 Independent Floating Wheels
The architecture features 12 distinct finger wheels, each mounted on highly responsive, independent spring-tensioned suspension brackets. This mechanical decoupling permits each wheel to flawlessly trace the micro-topography of irregular pastures. Traversing deep ruts or rolling hills, the wheels maintain unwavering ground contact for absolute crop recovery without scalping the earth.
Superior Windrow Aeration Dynamics
Contrary to heavy PTO rotary rakes that aggressively twist forage into dense, moisture-retaining ropes, the lateral rolling action of the 9LZ-6.0 generates a loose, highly fluffy windrow. Perfectly sized between 800 and 1400 mm, this structure provides excellent volumetric air permeability, allowing winds and solar heat to dry the core rapidly, effectively preventing toxic mold.
Maximum Tonnage Recovery (≤ 2% Leakage)
Utilizing an incredible density of 720 high-memory spring teeth, this Râteau à foin ensures practically zero viable biomass is abandoned in the field. Stringent agricultural testing validates a maximum forage leakage rate of ≤ 2%. This meticulous gathering process guarantees maximum tonnage capture, directly escalating the gross profitability per hectare.
6. Specialized Field Application Scenarios
Deploying the correct tool for the specific crop profile is essential. The 9LZ-6.0 demonstrates total dominance across a variety of demanding agronomic environments globally.
🌾 Hay Rake for High-Value Alfalfa Cultivation
Alfalfa is cultivated specifically for its protein-rich leaves, which turn highly brittle upon curing. The ground-driven rotation of this 12-wheel rake handles the crop with utmost care, rolling the rigid stems around the fragile leaves. This enveloping action shields the foliage from the aggressive shattering induced by rotary PTO Rakes, guaranteeing premium feed quality.
🏞️ Farm Rake for Expansive Broadacre Prairies
When managing thousands of hectares of native grasses, raw speed dictates profitability. Boasting a 6.0m working width and sustaining operational speeds up to 10 km/h, the 9LZ-6.0 clears massive tracts of land at an astonishing pace, keeping diesel overheads and hourly labor costs to an absolute minimum.
🚜 Grass Rake for Heavy Biomass & Straw Recovery
Beyond standard haying, this highly resilient machine excels at processing thick crop residues and heavy agricultural straw post-harvest. The 720 heavy-duty spring teeth easily comb through anchored stubble, ruthlessly pulling thick wheat, corn, or soy stalks into tight, uniform windrows primed for commercial biomass baling.
7. Competitive Advantage Matrix: V-Rake vs. Traditional PTO Models
| Indicateur de performance | Our 9LZ-6.0 (12-Wheel) System | Traditional PTO Rotary Rake |
|---|---|---|
| Drivetrain Reliability | Zero PTO Required. Ground-driven kinematics result in an extremely low mechanical failure rate. | High failure risk. Heavily reliant on vulnerable gearboxes, PTO shafts, and shear pins. |
| Capital Cost vs Width | Exceptional. 6.0m width achieved at a fraction of the initial capital investment, pullable by a 35HP tractor. | Poor. Procuring a 6m rotary rake requires larger capital and a high-HP tractor to run the PTO. |
| Terrain Adaptation & Flotation | Superior. 12 entirely independent wheels flex to trace extreme ground contours perfectly. | Rigid, heavy rotors frequently scalp the soil on hillsides, spiking ash content in feed. |
| Safe Operating Velocity | High-Speed. Efficiently operates at 7-10 km/h while maintaining a strict ≤ 2% leakage rate. | Slower. Pushing speeds causes violent crop throwing and risks overheating gearboxes. |
8. Kinematic Working Principle & Field Operation Flow
Hydraulic Frame Deployment
Arriving at the paddock, the operator engages the tractor’s hydraulic remote to release the heavy locking latches, smoothly lowering the extended V-frame arms from the rigid 18 km/h transport mode into the full 6.0m sweeping configuration.
Ground-Driven Auto-Actuation
As the tractor accelerates to the target 7-10 km/h, the 720 spring teeth establish firm contact with the soil and biomass. The inherent geometry of the V-frame forces the 12 wheels to spin synchronously utilizing only forward friction.
Cascading Crop Sweeping
The outermost finger wheels capture the crop first, flicking it inward to the subsequent wheel. This continuous, cascading hand-off gently rolls the crop toward the central apex of the frame, actively shielding delicate leaves from shattering.
Precision Windrow Extrusion
At the rear apex, the aggregated volume of biomass is cleanly extruded into a perfectly uniform, continuous windrow measuring between 800 and 1400 mm wide. It is aerated and perfectly dimensioned for seamless intake by baling equipment.
10. Global Engineering Field Notes & Verified Case Studies
Our agricultural hardware proves its mettle in the harshest global environments. Review these verified field notes from agronomists deploying the 9LZ-6.0 globally.
[Texas, États-Unis] Recherche pratique sur les conditions de travail extrêmes
Client Profile: Commercial Dryland Alfalfa Exporter. Core Objective: Halting severe leaf shatter during aggressive, ultra-dry mid-summer harvests.
“In the unrelenting 40°C heat of Texas, alfalfa literally turns to dust if struck by violent machinery. Retiring our rotary PTO Rakes for the 9LZ-6.0 was a survival mandate. The ground-driven wheels gently fold the crop, preserving the precious leaves deep inside the windrow. We are consistently logging an average 1.5% increase in crude protein test scores on our export bales.”
[Queensland, Australie] Guide d'adaptation au terrain hors route
Client Profile: Outback Cattle Station. Core Objective: High-speed clearing of low-yield, heavily rutted native grass paddocks.
“When your paddocks stretch for thousands of hectares, a small 3-meter rake is economically crippling. With the 6.0m span, we push our 45HP tractors at 10 km/h relentlessly. The 12 independent wheels bounce over hard dirt ruts and termite mounds effortlessly, enabling us to reliably clear 6 hectares an hour before the seasonal rains hit.”
[Bavaria, Germany] Local Industry Application Cases
Client Profile: Intensive Dairy Silage Cooperative. Core Objective: Drastically reducing ash (soil) content in heavy, wet ryegrass swaths to prevent mold.
“Silage fermentation quality craters if you sweep dirt into the windrow. Because the suspension on the 9LZ-6.0 is infinitely adjustable, we calibrate the 720 spring teeth to hover just through the stubble canopy without ever scratching the topsoil. It produces a remarkably clean, 1.2m wide windrow that results in pure, high-grade silage.”
[Pampas, Argentina] Extreme Biomass Processing Research
Client Profile: Export Grain Farm. Core Objective: Rapidly clearing exceptionally thick wheat straw residues for secondary seasonal planting.
“Wheat straw is completely brutal on standard equipment. We employ the 12-wheel 9LZ-6.0 specifically for clearing agricultural crop residues. The heavy-duty teeth easily rip the thick, anchored straw into massive piles. Without a fragile PTO gearbox to shatter under the extreme load, our maintenance downtime during the critical turnover window is absolute zero.”
[Free State, South Africa] Reliability & Longevity Assessment
Client Profile: Remote Mixed-Agri Contractor. Core Objective: Eliminating mechanical parts failures when operating hundreds of kilometers from the nearest equipment depot.
“We simply cannot afford mechanical breakdowns in the bush. The structural simplicity of this V-Rake is its highest value proposition. The hydraulic lines are massively overbuilt, the tubular frame welds are flawless, and replacing a broken spring tine takes five minutes with a basic spanner. It is unequivocally the most reliable Farm Rake in our entire fleet.”
11. B2B Client Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: How is a massive 6.0-meter wide machine shipped internationally?
To guarantee maximum B2B freight efficiency and significantly lower your landed costs, the 9LZ-6.0 is shipped in a Semi-Knocked Down (SKD) format. The main V-frame sections, the 12 wheels, and the drawbar are efficiently flat-packed into steel crates. We provide highly detailed, step-by-step engineering schematics and digital video support to ensure your technicians can assemble the 1200 kg implement rapidly upon arrival.
Q2: Will this machine operate properly without a PTO connection?
Yes, absolutely. The defining, cost-saving feature of this Finger Wheel Hay Rake is its brilliant ground-driven kinematics. The 12 wheels are turned purely by physical contact with the soil and crop as the tractor moves forward. You only require a standard drawbar hitch for towing and auxiliary hydraulic hoses to articulate the frame.
Q3: What specific maintenance is required for the 12 independent wheels?
Maintenance demands are extraordinarily minimal, saving your operation countless labor hours. Each wheel hub houses industrial-grade, sealed, self-lubricating bearings. Routine maintenance simply involves periodically greasing the primary pivot points on the V-frame cylinders and visually verifying that all 720 spring teeth are tightened securely and undamaged.
Q4: How do I change the implement from transport mode to working mode?
Transitioning the machine is entirely automated via hydraulics. The tractor operator safely activates the remote valve from the cab, which powers the heavy-duty cylinders to slowly lower the massive frame from its folded, upright transport position down into the wide V-shape working configuration. No manual heavy lifting is ever required.
Q5: Can the width of the final windrow be adjusted for different balers?
Yes. By manually adjusting the trailing angle of the rear frame sections via heavy-duty mechanical turnbuckles, the operator can widen or narrow the rear discharge opening. This allows you to consistently achieve a precise windrow width between 800 and 1400 mm, perfectly matching the specific pickup width of your round or square baler.
Q6: How does the rake perform in exceptionally wet, heavy crop conditions?
Finger wheel rakes inherently excel at handling heavy, damp crops because their rotation speed is naturally matched exactly to the ground speed, preventing clogging. Additionally, by altering your driving pattern, the 9LZ-6.0 can be effectively used to ted (turn) wet swaths, flipping them completely over to expose the damp undersides to solar radiation for much faster drying.
Q7: Is a 35 HP tractor truly sufficient for a machine this large?
Yes, ≥ 25.73 kW (approx 35 HP) is the highly optimized engineering baseline. Because there is no power-hungry PTO gearbox churning internal metal components, the tractor’s horsepower is solely dedicated to pulling the 1200 kg rolling chassis and overcoming mild ground resistance. A 35-50 HP tractor provides more than ample torque for flat and gently rolling pastures.
Q8: Do you provide spare parts globally?
Yes. As a premier primary agricultural manufacturer, we hold deep, year-round inventories of all OEM components. Whether you need replacement spring tines, hydraulic seals, wheel bearings, agricultural gearboxes, or PTO shafts (for your other machinery), we dispatch globally via express air freight to absolutely minimize your downtime.
12. Critical Operational Calibration & Engineering Precautions
To guarantee the ≤ 2% leakage rate and protect your significant capital investment, all operators must adhere strictly to these engineering protocols:
- Purge du système hydraulique : Upon initial commissioning or after prolonged winter storage, fully cycle the hydraulic lift cylinders 5 to 6 times. This effectively bleeds trapped atmospheric air from the high-pressure lines, preventing dangerous, spongy drops of the 1200 kg frame during road transport at 18 km/h.
- Spring Tine Height Calibration: The spring tines must NEVER drag continuously in the dirt. Adjust the heavy-duty drawbar leveling screw and suspension springs so the lowest point of the tines hovers approximately 15-25mm above the soil line. This ensures perfectly clean forage and prevents premature tine snapping from root and rock collision.
- Headland Cornering Dynamics: Because of the extended 6.0-meter working width and 7.6m length, operators must execute wide, sweeping turns at the headlands. Making sharp, acute turns while the wheels are engaged in the soil will cause the outer raking frame to swing violently, potentially twisting the chassis or tearing up the pasture turf. Always lift the rake slightly via hydraulics before a tight turn.
13. Macro-Economic Trends & Strategic ROI Analysis
The trajectory of global commercial agriculture is sharply focused on massive consolidation and aggressive cost reduction. The era of running multiple small tractors with 3-meter rakes is economically obsolete due to soaring diesel prices and chronic, worldwide agricultural labor shortages. The modern agronomic imperative is simple: “Maximum Width, Minimum Input.” The 9LZ-6.0 Finger Wheel Hay Rake is the physical manifestation of this economic trend, effectively replacing two separate smaller machines and two operators with a single, highly efficient 6.0-meter pass pullable by an inexpensive 35HP tractor.
Économie du retour sur investissement (ROI) : The mathematics driving the adoption of the 9LZ-6.0 are staggering. By clearing up to 6.0 hectares per hour using a low-consumption 35-50 HP tractor, diesel fuel expenditure per hectare drops by an estimated 40-50% compared to high-RPM rotary setups. Furthermore, the total lack of complex gearboxes completely eliminates the expensive seasonal overhauls associated with PTO-driven machinery. For a commercial hay operation managing 200+ hectares, the combined savings in diesel, labor hours, and maintenance parts routinely amortize the entire capital cost of the 9LZ-6.0 within the first half of the harvesting season, all while the gentler handling produces a higher-protein, premium-priced bale.
14. Complete Your Advanced Mechanized Fleet
As an elite global OEM manufacturer of end-to-end agricultural machinery, we engineer holistic solutions that work in perfect harmony. Once the 9LZ-6.0 has consolidated your crop into a flawless windrow, transition immediately to packaging and processing with our heavy-duty downstream equipment:
🌾 Commercial Bale Wrapping Machines
⚙️ Tondeuses à piston et à disques
🌱 Specialized Kidney Bean Pullers
🌽 Broyeurs d'aliments industriels
*We also supply premium OEM agricultural parts globally, including PTO shafts, agricultural gearboxes, forged gears, pulleys, sprockets, and high-tensile chains.
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