Marani FT100B Turbine Drive Hard Hose Irrigator

Overview

The Marani FT100B is a professional turbine drive hard hose irrigator engineered by Marani Irrigazione of Italy for large-scale agricultural operations requiring robust performance and operational efficiency. This four-wheel chassis machine combines hydraulic automation with turbine-powered hose retraction, delivering reliable irrigation coverage across extensive field dimensions while maintaining excellent cost-benefit ratios. Equipped with the EXPLORER raingun system and featuring hose configurations ranging from 125mm to 140mm diameter with lengths extending up to 890 metres, the FT100B addresses the irrigation demands of noteworthy plot dimensions without compromising ease of use.

What distinguishes the FT100B in the Marani turbine irrigator lineup is its comprehensive hydraulic system integration paired with intelligent control technology. The machine features a turbine flanged directly to a four-speed synchronized gearbox with double built-in bypass, ensuring precise hose retraction control across varying pressure conditions. Hydraulic lifting capabilities for both the trolley and drawbar, combined with telescopic hydraulic stabilizer feet and the Aqua System computer with solar panel support, provide operators with advanced automation and field positioning versatility. The hot galvanized chassis and reel construction, coupled with double chain hose retraction and galvanized raingun trolley with variable track positioning, ensure long-term durability and operational flexibility in demanding agricultural environments.

Key Features & Benefits

Turbine Drive with Dual Bypass System: The turbine flanged directly to the gearbox with double built-in bypass ensures consistent hose retraction speed regardless of pressure fluctuations, providing uniform water application even as the irrigator travels across fields with varying topography.
Four-Speed Synchronized Gearbox: Multiple speed options allow precise matching of retraction rate to crop requirements, soil infiltration capacity, and field conditions, optimizing water application efficiency and preventing runoff or under-irrigation.
Comprehensive Hydraulic Automation: Hydraulic lifting for trolley, drawbar, and telescopic feet eliminates manual handling during setup and transport, reducing operator labour requirements and enabling single-person operation of this large-capacity machine.
Aqua System Computer with Solar Panel: Intelligent irrigation control monitors and manages operating parameters while the integrated solar panel ensures continuous power availability for remote field locations without external electrical connections.
Variable Track Raingun Trolley: The galvanized trolley with adjustable track width positions the hose precisely along tractor wheel paths, preventing crop damage during irrigation cycles and featuring automatic stabilizer legs for secure gun positioning throughout operation.
Double Chain Hose Retraction: Dual chain drive system distributes load evenly across the reel mechanism, reducing wear on individual components and ensuring smooth, reliable hose winding even with the longest hose configurations and highest working pressures.
Hot Galvanized Construction: Both chassis and reel receive hot galvanization treatment, providing superior corrosion resistance compared to cold galvanizing or painting, extending machine lifespan significantly in humid agricultural environments and reducing long-term maintenance costs.
Four-Wheel 15.0/70-18 Configuration: Heavy-duty agricultural tires rated 148A8 14PR 6F provide excellent weight distribution and flotation on soft ground conditions, minimizing soil compaction while ensuring stable transport across varied terrain.
Dual Stabilizer Leg System: Double stabilizer legs mounted on the drawbar provide secure anchoring during working phases, preventing machine movement or tipping even when operating on slopes or with maximum hose extension and water pressure.
Virgin Polyethylene Hose Construction: Hoses manufactured exclusively from unadulterated raw material ensure consistent pressure ratings, UV resistance, and service life without the unpredictable failures associated with recycled material compounds.

Technical Specifications

Specification	Details
Manufacturer	Marani Irrigazione
Model	FT100B
Product Type	Turbine Drive Hard Hose Irrigator
Drive System	Turbine flanged to gearbox with double built-in bypass
Gearbox	4 synchronized speed gearbox
Hose Retraction	Double chain system
Hose Diameter Range	125-140 mm (4.92-5.51 in)
Hose Length Range	550-890 m (1804-2920 ft)
Raingun	EXPLORER with nozzle set Ø28 to Ø40
Chassis Configuration	4 wheel chassis with hydraulic lifting device
Wheels	4 wheels 15.0/70-18 148A8 14PR 6F
Stabilization	Telescopic hydraulic feet, double stabilizer legs on drawbar
Water Inlet	Galvanized double water inlet with Bauer 133 connection
Control System	Aqua System computer with solar panel
Power Connection	Power take off (PTO) with hydraulic system via rapid couplings
Chassis Treatment	Hot galvanized chassis and reel
Safety Features	Steel safety guards, swaged galvanized and painted
Hose Material	Polyethylene from virgin raw material
Country of Manufacture	Italy

Available Hose Configurations

Hose Diameter	Hose Length	Raingun	Nozzle Range (mm)	Performance Data
125 mm (4.92 in)	750 m (2461 ft)	EXPLORER	28/30/32	125FV10750.pdf
125 mm (4.92 in)	820 m (2690 ft)	EXPLORER	28/30/32	125FV10820.pdf
125 mm (4.92 in)	890 m (2920 ft)	EXPLORER	28/30/32	125FV10890.pdf
135 mm (5.31 in)	600 m (1969 ft)	EXPLORER	34/36/38	135FV10600.pdf
135 mm (5.31 in)	650 m (2133 ft)	EXPLORER	32/34/36	135FV10650.pdf
135 mm (5.31 in)	700 m (2297 ft)	EXPLORER	32/34/36	135FV10700.pdf
135 mm (5.31 in)	750 m (2461 ft)	EXPLORER	32/34/36	135FV10750.pdf
140 mm (5.51 in)	550 m (1804 ft)	EXPLORER	34/36/38	140FV10550.pdf
140 mm (5.51 in)	630 m (2067 ft)	EXPLORER	34/36/38	140FV10630.pdf
140 mm (5.51 in)	700 m (2297 ft)	EXPLORER	34/36/38	140FV10700.pdf
140 mm (5.51 in)	720 m (2362 ft)	EXPLORER	34/36/38	140FV10720.pdf

Machine Dimensions

FT100B Dimensions

Diagram shows dimension reference points (A, B, C, etc.) on the machine.

Dimension	A	B	C	D	E	F	G	H	I
Centimetres	513	445	\	396	265	\	363	250	min 260 - max 275
Inches	202.0	175.2	\	155.9	104.3	\	142.9	98.4	min 102.4 - max 108.3

Ideal Applications

Large-Scale Field Crop Production: Ideal for extensive maize, wheat, soybean, and cereal operations where irrigation coverage of 50+ hectares from a single machine position maximizes efficiency and minimizes repositioning labour.
Pasture and Forage Irrigation: Well-suited for maintaining consistent moisture across extensive grazing paddocks and hay production fields where uniform water distribution supports optimal grass growth and multi-cut harvesting schedules.
Industrial Agricultural Operations: Excellent choice for commercial farming enterprises managing multiple large fields where the combination of automated controls, extended hose lengths, and durable construction supports intensive seasonal operation with minimal downtime.
Irregular Field Geometries: The variable track raingun trolley and hydraulic lateral reverse pull enable effective irrigation of fields with challenging shapes, odd corners, or obstacles where precise hose and gun positioning prevents gaps in coverage.
Remote Field Locations: Solar panel-powered control system makes this irrigator particularly suitable for fields distant from electrical infrastructure, enabling full automation and monitoring capabilities without external power connections or generator dependence.
High-Value Crop Production: The four-speed gearbox and precise turbine control allow application rate adjustments suited to sensitive crops requiring specific water delivery patterns, supporting premium vegetable, seed production, or specialty crop operations.

Standard Equipment

4 wheel chassis	Hydraulic lifting device of trolley
Telescopic hydraulic feet	Hydraulic lifting of drawbar
4 synchronized speed gearbox	Power take off
Turbine flanged on the gearbox with double built-in by-pass	Flexible connection pipe
Raingun	Set of nozzles EXPLORER raingun from Ø 28 to Ø 40
Galvanized raingun trolley mounted on variable track wheels for laying down the hose on the tractor wheel track with automatic gun-cart stabilizer leg	Pressure gauge (glycerine bath)
Winding handle	Computer Aqua System
Solar panel	Hose retraction by double chain
Hydraulic system by rapid couplings to tractor	Hydraulic lateral reverse pull
Safety guards	4 wheels 15.0/70-18 148A8 14PR 6F
Double stabilizer legs mounted on drawbar for secure anchoring during working phase	Hot galvanized chassis and reel
Safety guards made of steel, swaged galvanized and painted	Galvanized double water inlet
Water inlet with Bauer 133	Polyethylene hose made by unadulterated raw material

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Feature Title	Feature	Benefit
Fully Hydraulic Operation	The FT100B uses a fully hydraulic system — including trolley lift, telescopic feet, drawbar lift, and lateral reverse pull — all connected to the tractor via rapid couplings.	Every major adjustment and movement is controlled from the tractor seat, dramatically reducing operator effort and improving efficiency during setup and repositioning.
4-Speed Synchronized Gearbox	A 4-synchronized-speed gearbox with power take-off and a turbine flanged directly onto it, featuring a double built-in by-pass.	Precise speed selection allows operators to fine-tune application rates across different crop and soil types, while the integrated by-pass protects the drive system from pressure spikes.
Computer Aqua System	An integrated Computer Aqua System paired with a solar panel manages and automates the irrigation program.	Solar-powered automation means the machine operates independently around the clock without manual intervention, reducing labour costs and ensuring consistent water application.
Double Chain Hose Retraction	Hose retraction is driven by a robust double chain mechanism for steady, even winding of the polyethylene hose.	Consistent hose layering prevents kinks, uneven wear, and jamming during retrieval, extending hose life and reducing downtime in the field.
EXPLORER Raingun & Nozzle Set	Includes an EXPLORER raingun mounted on a galvanized trolley with variable track wheels and an automatic stabilizer leg, accompanied by a full set of nozzles ranging from Ø28 to Ø40.	The wide nozzle range delivers flexibility to match application intensity and throw diameter to specific field and crop requirements, while the auto-stabilizer leg keeps the gun cart secure during operation.
Gun Cart Tracking System	The galvanized raingun trolley is mounted on variable track wheels specifically designed to lay the hose along the tractor wheel track.	Placing the hose in the existing wheel track minimises crop damage during deployment and retrieval, protecting yield and reducing field disturbance.
Hot-Galvanized Chassis & Reel	Both the chassis and reel are constructed from hot-galvanized steel, providing a heavy-duty zinc-coated finish throughout the machine's core structure.	Hot-dip galvanization delivers superior corrosion resistance compared to painted or cold-galvanized alternatives, ensuring long-term structural integrity in wet and harsh outdoor conditions.
Hydraulic Lateral Reverse Pull	A hydraulic lateral reverse pull system allows the machine to be repositioned sideways using the tractor's hydraulics.	Simplifies field moves across uneven terrain and tight layouts without requiring manual pushing or additional equipment, saving time between irrigation runs.
Drawbar Stabilizer Legs	Double stabilizer legs are mounted on the drawbar to firmly anchor the machine during the working phase.	Secure anchoring prevents machine movement and hose misalignment during operation, ensuring accurate and uniform water application across the field.
Premium Polyethylene Hose	The hose is manufactured from unadulterated raw polyethylene material to maintain consistent wall thickness and material integrity.	Using unblended raw material ensures the hose retains flexibility, pressure resistance, and a longer service life compared to hoses made with recycled or mixed compounds.
Bauer 133 Water Inlet	The machine features a galvanized double water inlet fitted with a Bauer 133 coupling connection.	The industry-standard Bauer 133 coupling ensures fast, leak-free connection to a wide range of mainline infrastructure, minimising setup time and compatibility issues on farm.
Heavy-Duty 4-Wheel Chassis	The FT100B rides on a 4-wheel chassis fitted with 15.0/70-18 148A8 14PR 6F tyres for stable transport and field mobility.	Large, load-rated agricultural tyres provide stability across soft and uneven ground, reducing bogging risk and allowing safe movement even when the reel is fully loaded with hose.

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Feature Title

Feature

Benefit

Fully Hydraulic Operation

The FT100B uses a fully hydraulic system — including trolley lift, telescopic feet, drawbar lift, and lateral reverse pull — all connected to the tractor via rapid couplings.

Every major adjustment and movement is controlled from the tractor seat, dramatically reducing operator effort and improving efficiency during setup and repositioning.

4-Speed Synchronized Gearbox

A 4-synchronized-speed gearbox with power take-off and a turbine flanged directly onto it, featuring a double built-in by-pass.

Precise speed selection allows operators to fine-tune application rates across different crop and soil types, while the integrated by-pass protects the drive system from pressure spikes.

Computer Aqua System

An integrated Computer Aqua System paired with a solar panel manages and automates the irrigation program.

Solar-powered automation means the machine operates independently around the clock without manual intervention, reducing labour costs and ensuring consistent water application.

Double Chain Hose Retraction

Hose retraction is driven by a robust double chain mechanism for steady, even winding of the polyethylene hose.

Consistent hose layering prevents kinks, uneven wear, and jamming during retrieval, extending hose life and reducing downtime in the field.

EXPLORER Raingun & Nozzle Set

Includes an EXPLORER raingun mounted on a galvanized trolley with variable track wheels and an automatic stabilizer leg, accompanied by a full set of nozzles ranging from Ø28 to Ø40.

The wide nozzle range delivers flexibility to match application intensity and throw diameter to specific field and crop requirements, while the auto-stabilizer leg keeps the gun cart secure during operation.

Gun Cart Tracking System

The galvanized raingun trolley is mounted on variable track wheels specifically designed to lay the hose along the tractor wheel track.

Placing the hose in the existing wheel track minimises crop damage during deployment and retrieval, protecting yield and reducing field disturbance.

Hot-Galvanized Chassis & Reel

Both the chassis and reel are constructed from hot-galvanized steel, providing a heavy-duty zinc-coated finish throughout the machine's core structure.

Hot-dip galvanization delivers superior corrosion resistance compared to painted or cold-galvanized alternatives, ensuring long-term structural integrity in wet and harsh outdoor conditions.

Hydraulic Lateral Reverse Pull

A hydraulic lateral reverse pull system allows the machine to be repositioned sideways using the tractor's hydraulics.

Simplifies field moves across uneven terrain and tight layouts without requiring manual pushing or additional equipment, saving time between irrigation runs.

Drawbar Stabilizer Legs

Double stabilizer legs are mounted on the drawbar to firmly anchor the machine during the working phase.

Secure anchoring prevents machine movement and hose misalignment during operation, ensuring accurate and uniform water application across the field.

Premium Polyethylene Hose

The hose is manufactured from unadulterated raw polyethylene material to maintain consistent wall thickness and material integrity.

Using unblended raw material ensures the hose retains flexibility, pressure resistance, and a longer service life compared to hoses made with recycled or mixed compounds.

Bauer 133 Water Inlet

The machine features a galvanized double water inlet fitted with a Bauer 133 coupling connection.

The industry-standard Bauer 133 coupling ensures fast, leak-free connection to a wide range of mainline infrastructure, minimising setup time and compatibility issues on farm.

Heavy-Duty 4-Wheel Chassis

The FT100B rides on a 4-wheel chassis fitted with 15.0/70-18 148A8 14PR 6F tyres for stable transport and field mobility.

Large, load-rated agricultural tyres provide stability across soft and uneven ground, reducing bogging risk and allowing safe movement even when the reel is fully loaded with hose.