If you're serious about crimping then this is the model to get. Of similar specification to the 1400S 2x2, but with an output of over 40 tonnes per hour, a power requirement of 120-130hp, the Korte 2000S 2x2 is, as far as we know, the biggest crimping machine in the world.
So far two have been made; one is operated by Harry Wilson in Lancashire, probably the largest contractor in the north; and the other by Gerry Down at Wincanton, shown to the right.
Specification |
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Potential capacity
(moist cereals per hr)
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40t |
Potential when dry rolling
per hr)
|
35t |
Max power required
(full load)
|
95kw |
Rollers driven |
gears |
Number of rollers |
4 |
Roller length |
1000m |
Hopper size (litres) |
1500 |
Extension hopper (litres) |
5000 |
Approx machine weight |
3005kg |
Three point linkage |
no |
Towing kit option |
standard |
Electric motor option |
no |
Width of machine |
235cms |
Length |
260cms |
Height with elevator |
440cms |
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| PTO shaft with friction 4 plate clutch |
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Crimping the first winter barley in the UK. Mind you,
it helps to be well equipped to keep this monster fed.
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