Overview
The Irrimec MASTER MDT12 is a professional turbine drive hard hose irrigator engineered to deliver reliable, water-powered irrigation across extensive agricultural operations. Manufactured by Irrimec in Italy, this hard hose reel irrigator utilises a turbine drive system that harnesses water pressure from the irrigation supply to automatically rewind the hose, eliminating the need for external power sources or fuel. With hose capacity configurations ranging from 125 mm to 160 mm in diameter and lengths extending from 450 metres to 780 metres, the MASTER MDT12 provides exceptional coverage versatility for medium to large-scale field irrigation, combining the proven efficiency of water-powered reel technology with robust Italian engineering.
What distinguishes the MASTER MDT12 within the turbine drive hard hose irrigator category is its optimised TG (turbine gearbox) system, which translates water flow into precise, controlled hose rewinding through a direct chain drive transmission. The irrigator features a galvanised steel chassis for long-term corrosion resistance in demanding agricultural environments, coupled with a purpose-engineered hose guide system that ensures even hose winding across the full length of the drum. The turbine mechanism incorporates an integrated by-pass valve for fine speed adjustment, allowing operators to match retrieval speed to field conditions and sprinkler trajectory requirements. With multiple wheel and cart configurations tailored to the hose diameter and length combinations, the MASTER MDT12 delivers the operational independence and low running costs that make turbine drive irrigators the preferred choice for remote paddocks and energy-conscious farming operations.
Key Features & Benefits
- Water-Powered Turbine Drive: Eliminates all fuel and electricity costs by driving the hose rewinding mechanism directly from irrigation water pressure—ideal for remote fields without access to power infrastructure, reducing operational expenses while maintaining consistent performance.
- TG Turbine Gearbox System: Purpose-built turbine gearbox translates water flow into controlled rotational force through precision chain drive transmission, delivering reliable hose retrieval with minimal maintenance requirements compared to engine-driven alternatives.
- Integrated By-Pass Speed Control: Built-in by-pass valve enables operators to fine-tune hose retrieval speed by regulating water flow through the turbine, matching rewinding velocity to specific sprinkler throw patterns and field topography for optimised application uniformity.
- Multi-Configuration Hose Capacity: Accommodates four hose diameter options (125 mm, 135 mm, 140 mm, 150 mm, 160 mm) across length ranges from 450 metres to 780 metres, providing flexibility to match irrigation system capacity to field dimensions and water supply characteristics.
- Galvanised Steel Chassis Construction: Heavy-duty galvanised steel frame and drum assembly resist corrosion from continuous water exposure and agricultural chemicals, extending service life in harsh field conditions while minimising maintenance intervention.
- Precision Hose Guide System: Engineered hose guide mechanism ensures even, overlapping winding across the full drum width, preventing hose bunching and tangles while maximising drum capacity utilisation and simplifying deployment operations.
- Energy-Independent Operation: Water-powered drive system operates completely independently of external energy sources, providing operational autonomy in remote locations while eliminating the noise, emissions, and maintenance associated with combustion engines.
- Low Maintenance Requirements: Simple turbine and chain drive mechanism with minimal moving components reduces maintenance complexity and downtime compared to engine-driven irrigators, lowering long-term ownership costs and improving operational reliability.
- Italian Manufacturing Quality: Manufactured by Irrimec in Italy with precision engineering and robust component specification, ensuring consistent build quality, dimensional accuracy, and long-term durability under continuous commercial irrigation duty cycles.
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
Irrimec |
| Model |
MASTER MDT12 |
| Product Type |
Turbine Drive Hard Hose Irrigator |
| Drive System |
Water-Powered Turbine (Energy Independent) |
| Turbine Type / Gearbox |
TG Turbine Gearbox System |
| Transmission |
Chain Drive from Turbine to Drum |
| Speed Control Method |
Integrated By-Pass Valve (Water Flow Regulation) |
| Hose Diameter Range |
125 mm, 135 mm, 140 mm, 150 mm, 160 mm (4.92 in, 5.31 in, 5.51 in, 5.91 in, 6.30 in) |
| Hose Length Range |
450-780 m (1,476-2,559 ft) depending on hose diameter |
| Maximum Hose Capacity |
780 m (2,559 ft) with 135 mm hose diameter |
| Chassis Construction |
Galvanised Steel Frame and Drum |
| Hose Guide System |
Precision Mechanical Guide for Even Winding |
| Wheel / Cart Configuration |
Multiple configurations matched to hose capacity |
| Raingun Compatibility |
Compatible with full range of agricultural rainguns matched to hose diameter and flow capacity |
| Country of Manufacture |
Italy |
Available Hose Configurations
| Hose Diameter |
Hose Length |
Compatible Raingun Models |
Performance Data |
| 125 mm (4.92 in) |
670 m (2,198 ft) |
Medium to large agricultural rainguns matched to flow capacity |
Contact for performance data |
| 125 mm (4.92 in) |
720 m (2,362 ft) |
Medium to large agricultural rainguns matched to flow capacity |
Contact for performance data |
| 125 mm (4.92 in) |
750 m (2,461 ft) |
Medium to large agricultural rainguns matched to flow capacity |
Contact for performance data |
| 135 mm (5.31 in) |
650 m (2,133 ft) |
Large agricultural rainguns with high flow capacity |
Contact for performance data |
| 135 mm (5.31 in) |
720 m (2,362 ft) |
Large agricultural rainguns with high flow capacity |
Contact for performance data |
| 135 mm (5.31 in) |
780 m (2,559 ft) |
Large agricultural rainguns with high flow capacity |
Contact for performance data |
| 140 mm (5.51 in) |
550 m (1,804 ft) |
Large agricultural rainguns for maximum flow applications |
Contact for performance data |
| 140 mm (5.51 in) |
580 m (1,903 ft) |
Large agricultural rainguns for maximum flow applications |
Contact for performance data |
| 140 mm (5.51 in) |
600 m (1,969 ft) |
Large agricultural rainguns for maximum flow applications |
Contact for performance data |
| 150 mm (5.91 in) |
450 m (1,476 ft) |
Large-capacity rainguns for high-volume irrigation systems |
Contact for performance data |
| 150 mm (5.91 in) |
500 m (1,640 ft) |
Large-capacity rainguns for high-volume irrigation systems |
Contact for performance data |
| 150 mm (5.91 in) |
550 m (1,804 ft) |
Large-capacity rainguns for high-volume irrigation systems |
Contact for performance data |
| 150 mm (5.91 in) |
580 m (1,903 ft) |
Large-capacity rainguns for high-volume irrigation systems |
Contact for performance data |
| 150 mm (5.91 in) |
600 m (1,969 ft) |
Large-capacity rainguns for high-volume irrigation systems |
Contact for performance data |
| 160 mm (6.30 in) |
480 m (1,575 ft) |
Maximum-capacity rainguns for large-scale irrigation operations |
Contact for performance data |
| 160 mm (6.30 in) |
500 m (1,640 ft) |
Maximum-capacity rainguns for large-scale irrigation operations |
Contact for performance data |
Turbine Drive System & Operation
The MASTER MDT12 utilises a water-powered turbine mechanism flanged directly to a precision TG gearbox, converting irrigation water flow into controlled rotational force that rewinds the hose drum via chain drive transmission. As irrigation water passes through the turbine chamber en route to the raingun, the water pressure rotates the turbine blades, which drive the gearbox and chain system to retrieve the hose at a speed proportional to the water flow rate. The integrated by-pass valve enables operators to divert a portion of the water flow away from the turbine blades, providing fine control over retrieval speed without altering water delivery to the sprinkler—critical for matching hose travel speed to sprinkler throw radius and maintaining uniform application patterns across varying field topography and wind conditions.
The operational advantages of the turbine drive system centre on complete energy independence and reduced operational complexity compared to engine-driven alternatives. With no requirement for fuel, electricity, or battery charging, the MASTER MDT12 operates autonomously in remote paddocks where power infrastructure is unavailable or impractical, eliminating fuel logistics and associated costs while maintaining consistent performance tied directly to available water pressure. The turbine mechanism features minimal moving components with no spark plugs, filters, or combustion-related wear items, dramatically reducing maintenance intervention frequency and complexity. The inherently quiet operation of the water-powered system minimises noise disturbance in proximity to livestock or residential areas, while the absence of exhaust emissions aligns with environmental stewardship priorities. Turbine drive reliability is directly linked to water supply pressure, providing predictable performance that operators can calibrate to irrigation system hydraulics, making this technology particularly well-suited to established irrigation networks with stable pressure characteristics across extended field operations.
Ideal Applications
- Remote Field Irrigation: Water-powered operation eliminates dependency on electricity grid access or fuel logistics, making the turbine drive system ideal for distant paddocks, leased land, or properties where power infrastructure installation is cost-prohibitive or operationally impractical.
- Pasture and Forage Production: Cost-efficient operation without fuel consumption suits extensive pasture irrigation where multiple irrigators operate simultaneously across large properties, reducing per-hectare water application costs while maintaining consistent growth throughout grazing rotations.
- Row Crop and Field Crop Irrigation: Multiple hose length and diameter configurations accommodate varying field dimensions for vegetables, maize, cotton, and broad-acre crops, delivering uniform coverage at distance with precise speed control for different growth stages and soil infiltration rates.
- Sports Turf and Recreational Grounds: Quiet water-powered operation minimises noise disturbance during daytime irrigation of golf courses, sports fields, and public parks, while consistent retrieval speed maintains application uniformity across high-value turf surfaces where visual quality is paramount.
- Horticulture and Orchard Irrigation: Flow-regulated speed control enables precise application rates matched to crop water requirements and soil permeability in intensive horticultural operations, with energy-independent operation reducing overhead costs for high-value specialty crops.
- Organic and Sustainable Farming Operations: Zero-emission water-powered technology aligns with organic certification requirements and sustainability commitments, eliminating fossil fuel consumption and associated carbon footprint while maintaining productive irrigation capacity.
- Supplementary Irrigation Systems: Reliable turbine operation suits backup or supplementary irrigation roles where irrigators remain idle for extended periods, as the simple water-powered mechanism avoids the deterioration issues associated with infrequently operated engines—fuel degradation, battery discharge, and lubrication breakdown.
SPECIFICS: Turbine driven, model 10/50 - 25/120. Model with hot galvanised ground support platform, giving 360° turntable rotation. Structure shot-blasted treated with 2 applications of powder coating epoxy anti-corrosive primer and a top coat of polyesthere paint with high shock resistence, high atmospheric resistance and long lasting.
