Ferbo GC SERIES

Overview

The Ferbo GC Series represents a premium line of turbine drive hard hose irrigators engineered and manufactured in Italy for professional agricultural operations requiring reliable, high-capacity irrigation coverage. These mobile irrigators feature a full 360° turntable design mounted on a robust galvanized and painted frame, delivering exceptional maneuverability and operational flexibility across diverse field configurations. With hose diameters ranging from 75 mm to 110 mm (2.95 to 4.33 inches) and lengths extending up to 450 meters (1,476 feet), the GC Series provides comprehensive irrigation solutions for medium to large-scale farming operations, combining Italian precision engineering with durable construction standards.

What distinguishes the GC Series from conventional hard hose reels is its sophisticated turbine-driven gearbox system with four-speed operation and automatic drive disengagement, providing precise control over retrieval speeds and application rates. The flanged turbine configuration with integrated speed control and compensator ensures consistent performance across varying water pressures and field conditions. Advanced features including a leadscrew hose layering device, hydraulic lift operations via manual pump, PTO rewinding capability, and double water inlet configuration make this series particularly well-suited for contractors and farm operations demanding maximum versatility and operational efficiency from their irrigation equipment.

Key Features & Benefits

• 360° Turntable Design: Provides complete rotational freedom for simplified field positioning and maximum coverage flexibility, eliminating the need for repositioning during irrigation cycles and reducing setup time significantly.
• Turbine Drive with Four-Speed Gearbox: Delivers precise control over retrieval speeds with automatic drive disengagement, allowing operators to fine-tune application rates according to crop requirements, soil conditions, and weather variables for optimized water distribution.
• Dual Rewinding System: Features both turbine-powered rewinding and PTO-driven rewinding capability, providing operational redundancy and the flexibility to retrieve hose efficiently even when primary water pressure is insufficient or unavailable.
• Leadscrew Hose Layering Device: Automatically guides hose onto the drum in organized, even layers, preventing tangling and wear while ensuring consistent hose life and trouble-free deployment for every irrigation cycle.
• Hydraulic Lift Operations: Manual pump-operated hydraulic system controls trolley lift and stabilizer legs, enabling easy transport positioning and secure field anchoring without requiring external hydraulic power sources or tractor connections.
• Three-Wheel Adjustable Track Sprinkler Trolley: Provides excellent stability and traction across varying terrain while the adjustable track width accommodates different crop row spacings, protecting established crops during irrigation passes.
• Galvanized Frame with Painted Mechanical Components: Combines hot-dip galvanized structural elements with RAL 5021 painted mechanical parts for superior corrosion resistance and extended service life, even in challenging environmental conditions.
• Double Water Inlet Configuration: Offers operational flexibility by accepting water supply from either side of the machine, simplifying field layout planning and reducing the need for extensive supply pipe reconfigurations between irrigation sets.
• Height-Adjustable Drawbar with Stabilizer Legs: Ensures compatibility with various tractor hitch heights while lateral stabilizer legs and mechanical jack provide secure anchoring during operation, preventing equipment movement and maintaining proper hose alignment.
• Complete Raingun and Nozzle Package: Each configuration includes appropriate sectoring sprinkler (Royal, TWIN 101, Reflex, or TWIN 140 depending on model) with complete nozzle set, 4-meter supply hose with female ball joint, and comprehensive documentation for immediate operational readiness.

Technical Specifications

Available Hose Configurations

Ideal Applications

• Large-Scale Row Crop Production: Excellent for irrigating extensive corn, soybean, wheat, and cotton operations where long hose lengths and adjustable trolley track widths protect established crops while delivering consistent water application across broad acreages.
• Permanent and Semi-Permanent Pasture: Well-suited for maintaining productive grazing lands, hay fields, and forage crops where the 360° turntable simplifies positioning and the robust construction withstands frequent relocation across variable terrain conditions.
• Vegetable and Specialty Crop Production: Provides precise irrigation control for high-value vegetable crops, processing tomatoes, and specialty agricultural products where the four-speed gearbox enables fine-tuning of application rates to match specific crop water requirements.
• Contract Irrigation Services: Ideal for professional irrigation contractors serving multiple properties, with the dual rewinding system, PTO capability, and range of hose configurations providing operational flexibility across diverse customer requirements and field conditions.
• Orchards and Vineyard Frost Protection: Effective for under-canopy irrigation and emergency frost protection applications where the sectoring sprinkler and adjustable retrieval speeds enable both routine watering and rapid emergency response capabilities.
• Sports Turf and Large Landscape Irrigation: Suitable for maintaining athletic fields, golf courses, parks, and institutional landscapes where long irrigation runs, precise water control, and professional-grade durability justify equipment investment.

Mobile Irrigators 360° Turntable Equipped With: