2022 Salford Valmar 8600 Pull-Type 8611

2022 Salford Valmar 8600 Pull-Type 8611

Salford's Valmar 8600 is a high capacity, high speed, air boom applicator capable of delivering up to 1000 lbs/acre at 8 mph.

The highly accurate Venturi metering system is simple to calibrate and easy to operate allowing anyone to take to the field with the 8600.

The 8600 has left / right section control that can be operated manually or automatically with prescription maps when equipped with hydraulic variable rate metering and ISOBUS controller.

Features may include:

• Designed to meet the needs of large-scale farm businesses, the Salford Valmar 8600 is a high-capacity, pull-type spreader that delivers the highest rates of application currently available in a commercial spreader. Thanks to its advanced design, the 8600 delivers rates as high as 1,000 pounds per acre at 8 miles per hour, allowing you to finish large jobs faster than ever.

• The 8600 precise rate is a result of the ground-driven metering system that automatically adjusts on the go to ensure a uniform application rate regardless of ground speed. The hydraulically engaged metering system is based on a 30-setting, oil bath gearbox combined with a two-speed gear ratio to allow 60 settings that can be adjusted in increments of seven percent. This enables operators to select from more settings at closer increments, a feature that translates into more control over application rate for substantial savings in fertilizer costs. The 8600 can also be equipped with a hydraulic drive metering system for those using variable rate technology.

• The 8600’s extra-large, 230-cubic-foot hopper can carry up to seven tons of product. With a capacity like that, you’ll be able to cover more acres between fills. The hopper itself is constructed of corrosion-resistant, painted 409 stainless steel and comes with a roll tarp installed.

• Originally designed to meet the needs of row crop farmers, the 8600 features axles which can be adjusted from 72 inches to 120 inches to accommodate most row spacings.

• This fan has field-proven history on the Air Max. With an operating speed of 4,700 RPM, the fan’s air flow feeds through a nine-inch outlet directly to a two-piece manifold. Important features include a 17-inch fan impeller with plastic impeller blades and a four-band fan belt with tightener. The standard fan drive is a 1,000 RPM, 1 3/8-inch, 21T spline drive shaft. The 53 fan requires 21 GPM’s per minute hydraulic flow operating at 2225 PSI – well within the capability of some of today’s higher capacity tractors.

• The 8600 includes a number of important features that provide for increased durability and easier maintenance. For long life, the hopper and booms are manufactured from stainless steel. There is easy access to all mechanical parts including the manifold. Finally, calibration and emptying of the unit is easier, thanks to funnel trays that are inserted under the metering system for easy collection of material.