Description

EP-9LZY-9.0 Trailed Finger Wheel Hay Rake (15-Wheel)

The EP-9LZY-9.0 Trailed Finger Wheel Hay Rake, meticulously engineered by EVER-POWER—a leading India manufacturer of high-performance balers and forage equipment—is a robust, ground-driven agricultural implement designed for exceptional crop gathering. Utilizing a highly efficient 15-wheel profile equipped with 900 high-tensile spring tines , this machine effortlessly covers a 9.0-meter working width. Operating entirely without a power take-off (PTO) drive, it requires a minimum of just 50 to 55 kW from a towing wheel tractor, ensuring massive savings in diesel consumption. Boasting a productivity rate of 7.2 to 9.0 hectares per hour with a missed raking rate of under 2 percent , the EP-9LZY-9.0 produces fluffy, highly permeable windrows measuring 0.8 to 1.2 meters wide. Built to withstand the brutal field conditions of modern global agribusiness, this machine serves as a superior, highly economical replacement for premium European and North American wheel rakes.

• Baler-Optimized Windrows: Designed by a premier baler manufacturer, the 15-wheel geometry creates perfectly uniform 0.8 to 1.2 meter windrows, maximizing the intake efficiency and bale density of commercial round and square balers.

• Massive 15-Wheel Gathering Power: Features an advanced 15-wheel configuration packing 900 individual spring tines (60 tines per wheel) that ensures ultra-clean gathering with a missed crop rate of less than 2 percent.

• Exceptional Field Output: Engineered for a 9.0-meter working width and capable of operating at speeds between 8 and 10 km/h , delivering a confirmed productivity rate of 7.2 to 9.0 hectares per hour.

• Zero PTO Maintenance: Fully ground-driven operation means no gearboxes, drive shafts, or universal joints to maintain, drastically reducing mechanical downtime. It requires a mere 50 to 55 kW tractor.

• Heavy-Duty Structural Integrity: Weighing 1100 kg with working dimensions of 4.0 x 11.0 x 1.75 meters, the reinforced chassis is purpose-built to survive hidden rocks and undulating terrains. All finger wheel lifting is smoothly managed by a hydraulic control system.

Product Overview & Value Proposition

What is the EP-9LZY-9.0 Finger Wheel Hay Rake?

The EP-9LZY-9.0 Trailed Finger Wheel Hay Rake is an industrial-grade, large-capacity forage gathering implement. It utilizes 15 independently suspended, ground-driven wheels to gently sweep cut pasture grass, alfalfa, or thick crop residues toward the center, forming a continuous, well-aerated windrow. This machine is not only capable of gathering cut and dried forage into windrows but can also be utilized for turning and tedding crops to accelerate the drying process. The resulting windrows exhibit exceptional air permeability, ensuring rapid moisture reduction before baling.

The EVER-POWER Manufacturing Advantage

At EVER-POWER CO., LTD., we are immensely proud of our heritage as a premier manufacturer of industry-leading balers and comprehensive agricultural machinery. We understand fundamentally that a perfect, high-density bale begins with a perfect windrow. If a windrow is roped, uneven, excessively wide, or contaminated with soil, even the most advanced baler will struggle with blockages and poor bale shape. We engineered the EP-9LZY-9.0 specifically to solve the feeding problems we observed in the baling industry. By manufacturing our equipment in-house with robust materials suited for the harsh South American climate, we provide global procurement managers with a machine that vastly outperforms fragile imported brands. You gain access to rugged, field-tested technology that lowers your capital expenditure while maximizing your baling throughput and overall farm profitability.

The Engineering Science: Why the 15-Wheel V-Rake Excels

The 15-wheel architecture of the EP-9LZY-9.0 provides the perfect balance of expansive width (9.0 meters), maneuverability, and agronomic efficiency for large scale operations.

• Optimized Windrow Width (0.8 – 1.2 m): The geometry of the 15 wheels channels the crop perfectly into a central windrow measuring between 0.8 and 1.2 meters. This specific width is the agronomic “sweet spot” for standard round baler pickups, ensuring the baler chamber fills evenly from edge to edge without the tractor operator needing to aggressively weave back and forth across the swath.

• Maximum Tine Density (900 Tines): With 60 tines per wheel across 15 wheels, the ground is engaged by 900 individual sweeping contact points. This incredible density guarantees a missed raking rate of less than 2 percent, recovering valuable forage per hectare that lesser machines leave rotting in the field.

• Gentle, PTO-Free Rotation: The wheels are turned strictly by the forward motion of the tractor and the light friction against the ground and crop. This gentle, rolling action lifts the crop rather than thrashing it. For high-protein crops like alfalfa, this preserves the delicate, nutrient-rich leaves attached to the stem, significantly boosting the Relative Feed Value (RFV) of your final bales.

• High-Speed Ground Tracking: Operating safely between 8 and 10 km/h, the independent suspension of each wheel allows the machine to track uneven ground perfectly, absorbing shocks without bouncing the tines off the crop.

Technical Specifications Table

Item	Parameter	Unit	Specification
1	Model Name	/	EP-9LZY-9.0 Finger Wheel Hay Rake
2	Structural Form	/	Finger Wheel Type
3	Linkage/Hitch Type	/	Trailed / Towed
4	Matched Power Requirement	kW	50 – 55
5	Working Raking Width	m	9.0
6	Working Dimensions (L x W x H)	m	4.0 x 11.0 x 1.75
7	Operational Speed	km/h	8 – 10
8	Transport Speed	km/h	< 12
9	Total Finger Wheels	pcs	15
10	Total Spring Tines	pcs	900 (15 wheels x 60 tines/wheel)
11	Formed Windrow Width	m	0.8 – 1.2
12	Productivity Rate	hm2/h	7.2 – 9.0
13	Missed Raking Rate	%	< 2%
14	Required Operators	person	1
15	Structural Weight (Net)	kg	1100

Data referenced strictly from standard EVER-POWER factory engineering blueprints and product catalog.

Material, Metallurgy & Quality Control Standards

As a manufacturer accustomed to equipment being pushed to its absolute limits in punishing environments, we over-engineer the EP-9LZY-9.0 using premium metallurgy to prevent mid-harvest structural failures.

Premium Engineering Materials

• Reinforced Tubular Chassis: The main structural beams and V-arms are constructed from thick-walled carbon steel (Equivalent to ASTM A500 Grade B). Weighing in at a robust 1100 kg, this chassis provides the extreme rigidity needed to prevent frame warping when operating over deep irrigation ruts or hard-baked clay.

• 900 Heat-Treated Tines: The spring tines are forged from premium 65Mn high-carbon steel. They undergo a precise oil-quench and tempering process to achieve an exact hardness of HRC 45-50. This metallurgy gives the tines aggressive sweeping power and the dynamic elasticity to strike rocks and bounce back to their original shape without permanent deformation or snapping.

• Heavy-Duty Hubs & Bearings: Each of the 15 wheels spins on a precision-machined hub fitted with sealed, dual-tapered roller bearings. They are packed with high-temperature, water-resistant lithium grease to ensure frictionless operation in both extreme dust and torrential moisture.

• Hydraulic Actuation: The folding and lifting of the finger wheels are entirely controlled by the tractor’s hydraulic system, utilizing high-pressure cylinders with hard-chrome plated rods for extreme weather resistance.

EVER-POWER Rigorous Quality Workflow

1. Metallurgical Spectrometry: All incoming steel batches are tested for precise carbon and manganese content to ensure optimal tensile strength before any fabrication begins.

2. Robotic Welding & NDT: Major hinge points and drawbar connections are robotically welded for absolute consistency. Ultrasonic Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) is applied to critical stress nodes to detect any sub-surface micro-fissures.

3. Hydraulic Burst Testing: The lifting cylinders and hydraulic hoses are subjected to prolonged pressure tests far exceeding standard tractor hydraulic outputs, ensuring zero field leaks.

4. Electrostatic Armor Coating: To combat the highly corrosive effects of plant acids and synthetic fertilizers, the entire steel assembly is sandblasted and coated with an industrial-grade, UV-resistant electrostatic powder finish.

Compatibility & Replacement Guide

The EP-9LZY-9.0 is engineered with universal mounting standards, making it the smartest, most economical replacement choice for aging fleets of premium Western brand rakes.

Equipment Replacement Structure

• Replacement for Sitrex Magnum Pro Series: The EP-9LZY-9.0 provides equivalent 15-wheel V-rake gathering capacity and articulated flotation, utilizing thicker structural carbon steel for enhanced durability in harsh environments at a highly competitive price point.

• Replacement for Tonutti V-Rakes: Delivers the identical gentle, ground-driven crop handling but features superior 65Mn spring tines that exhibit a significantly longer fatigue lifecycle.

• Replacement for Vermeer High-Capacity Rakes: Matches the efficiency required by mid-to-large scale operators, seamlessly integrating with global tractor fleets at a fraction of the acquisition cost.

Hitch & Hydraulic Compatibility

• Drawbar Compatibility: Features a heavy-duty, adjustable towing eye that perfectly mates with standard ISO Category 1 and Category 2 tractor drawbars.

• Hydraulic Integration: Equipped with standard ISO 7241-1 Series A quick-release hydraulic male tips. Compatible directly with John Deere, Case IH, New Holland, Valtra, and Massey Ferguson SCVs—no proprietary adapters required.

Installation & Setup Guide

Proper setup guarantees that the EP-9LZY-9.0 delivers a <2% missed crop rate while protecting your perennial pastures.

1. Hitch Connection: Slowly reverse the tractor to the rake. Align the drawbar, insert the heavy-duty hitch pin, and immediately secure it with a safety locking cotter pin.

2. Hydraulic Integration: Wipe the hydraulic couplers clean. Insert the rake’s hydraulic hoses into the tractor’s rear SCVs until they securely click into place.

3. Jack Stand Retraction: Rotate the mechanical jack stand handle to raise the stand fully. Pin it securely in the horizontal transport position to avoid ground strikes during field operation.

4. Unfolding the V-Wings: Ensure the perimeter is entirely clear of personnel. Activate the tractor’s hydraulic remote to extend the cylinders. The machine will smoothly unfold from its transport configuration into the 9.0-meter wide V-shape working mode.

5. Down-Pressure Calibration: Lower the rake using the hydraulics so the finger wheels touch the ground. Adjust the tension on the individual suspension springs. The 900 tines should lightly brush the stubble to turn the wheels; excessive down-pressure will cause the tines to dig into the dirt, increasing ash content in the hay and causing premature tine wear.

Comprehensive Maintenance & Troubleshooting Guide

The PTO-free, ground-driven design drastically cuts maintenance time, but routine inspections are required to protect your investment and maintain the 7.2 to 9.0 hm2/h productivity rate.

Routine Maintenance Schedule

• Daily Checks (Every 10 Operating Hours):

  • Inspect all 15 wheels and the 900 spring tines. Replace any broken tines immediately using a standard wrench to prevent uneven windrow formation and crop loss.

  • Visually inspect the hydraulic hoses for any signs of abrasion, pinching, or fluid weeping.

• Weekly Checks (Every 50 Operating Hours):

  • Using a grease gun loaded with high-quality NLGI 2 lithium grease, thoroughly lubricate all wheel hub bearings, folding hinges, and hydraulic cylinder pivot pins.

  • Check tire pressures on the transport wheels to ensure the machine rides level and can safely maintain transport speeds up to 12 km/h.

  • Verify torque on all wheel lug nuts and structural frame bolts.

• End of Season Storage:

  • Power-wash the entire implement to remove corrosive plant sap, dust, and mud.

  • Fully retract hydraulic cylinders, or coat exposed chrome rods with anti-corrosion grease.

  • Store the machine folded in a dry, covered shed to preserve the rubber tires and electrostatic powder coating.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

• Issue: The wheels are dragging or not turning consistently.

  • Solution: The down-pressure is too low. Loosen the suspension springs slightly to allow the wheels to make firmer contact with the crop. Ensure tractor speed is maintained between 8 and 10 km/h.

• Issue: The windrow is twisting into tight, ropy knots or is wider than 1.2 m.

  • Solution: The tractor speed is too slow for the crop density, or the V-angle is incorrectly set. Increase your driving speed to allow the hay to flow smoothly, or adjust the hydraulic V-angle to achieve the optimal 0.8-1.2 m windrow width.

• Issue: The rake is picking up excessive soil and rocks.

  • Solution: Down-pressure is too high. Tighten the suspension springs to lift the wheels slightly so the tines only engage the cut crop, preserving the pasture and protecting your baler pickup mechanism.

Customer Testimonials

Carlos R., Sugarcane Biomass Contractor, São Paulo, Brazil:

“As a Brazilian contractor, I need equipment that simply doesn’t quit. The EP-9LZY-9.0 is a beast. We use it to pull heavy, wet sugarcane straw into windrows for our EVER-POWER high-density balers. The 15 wheels never clog, and the 1100 kg frame handles the roughest terrain. EVER-POWER builds machinery that truly understands South American farming intensity.”

David L., Hay Farm Operator, Kansas, USA:

“We manage thousands of acres of alfalfa. This rake serves as an exact replacement for our old Tonutti rakes. The 9-meter width is perfect for our field sizes. Being able to pull this rake at 10 km/h with just a 75 HP utility tractor saves us thousands in fuel every single month. The <2% missed rate is absolutely accurate.”

Markus H., Dairy Farmer, Bavaria, Germany:

“I demand very low ash content in my silage to protect my dairy herd’s digestion. The independent flotation on the EP-9LZY-9.0 allows the tines to skim the grass without ever touching the soil. It creates a beautifully fluffed 1.2-meter windrow that dries rapidly. It is a fantastic, highly cost-effective addition to our fleet.”

Sergey B., Farm Director, Ural Region, Russia:

“When the weather clears, we have to move fast. The 9-meter width of this 15-wheel rake maximizes our short harvest window. The hydraulic lifting control makes it easy to transport safely down narrow roads at 12 km/h, and the heavy-duty build handles our rough steppe terrain flawlessly.”

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Why should I choose a rake manufactured by a baler company? A: Because EVER-POWER designs and manufactures world-class high-density balers, we intimately understand the exact windrow geometry, density, and aeration required to prevent baler jams and maximize bale weight. The EP-9LZY-9.0 is specifically engineered to feed balers perfectly, creating ideal 0.8-1.2 meter windrows.

Q2: Does the EP-9LZY-9.0 require a PTO connection? A: No. It is a completely ground-driven implement. The forward motion of the tractor causes the 15 wheels to rotate via light friction with the ground and crop.

Q3: What is the minimum tractor horsepower required? A: Due to its highly efficient mechanical design, you only need a wheel tractor with 50 to 55 kW (approximately 75-102 HP) to tow the machine and operate its hydraulic folding cylinders.

Q4: Can this machine replace my Vermeer or Sitrex V-rake?

A: Absolutely. It features universal ISO drawbar and hydraulic connections and offers matching or superior gathering performance, making it a highly economical replacement for major Western brands.

Q5: What is the working width and the resulting windrow width? A: The machine sweeps a working width of 9.0 meters and funnels the crop into a central windrow measuring between 0.8 and 1.2 meters wide.

Q6: What happens if a spring tine breaks during operation? A: The 900 tines are bolted onto the 15 wheels. If one breaks, it can easily be unbolted and replaced in the field using standard hand tools in just a few minutes.

Q7: What is the maximum operating speed in the field? A: For optimal windrow formation and clean sweeping, the recommended operational speed is between 8 and 10 km/h.

Q8: How fast can the machine be towed during road transport? A: When folded into its transport configuration, the machine can be safely towed at speeds up to 12 km/h.

Q9: Can the rake handle heavy, wet tropical grasses?

A: Yes, the V-shaped geometry and the massive surface area of the 15 floating wheels smoothly channel heavy, high-moisture crops backward without clogging or bunching.

Q10: Do you offer OEM customization for large orders?

A: Yes. As a premier source factory, EVER-POWER offers comprehensive OEM/ODM services, including custom paint colors, branding, and specific hitch configurations for global agricultural dealers.

Anti-Hallucination Notes

Disclaimer: The technical parameters, dimensions (4.0 x 11.0 x 1.75 meters) , weights (1100 kg) , and operational capabilities stated in this document (e.g., 9.0 m width , 15 wheels , 7.2-9.0 hm2/h productivity ) are strictly based on standard factory testing of the EP-9LZY-9.0 model as published by EVER-POWER. Actual field performance may vary depending on terrain, crop density, moisture levels, and tractor capabilities. All compatibility claims (such as replacement for Sitrex or Tonutti) refer to functional equivalence and standard hitch matching (ISO). Always consult the official EVER-POWER engineering manuals before making procurement or setup decisions.

Ready to Maximize Your Harvest & Baling Efficiency?

Upgrade your agricultural operations with the EP-9LZY-9.0 Trailed Finger Wheel Hay Rake. Built by baler experts, this 15-wheel powerhouse ensures you capture every ton of valuable forage with a <2% missed rate, while drastically cutting your fuel and maintenance costs. Whether you manage a massive biomass operation in India or expansive alfalfa fields in the USA, EVER-POWER delivers industrial reliability you can bank on.

Contact our expert engineering team today at [email protected] for a customized quote, global shipping logistics, and technical consultation!