Marani GTS080B Turbine Drive Hard Hose Irrigator

Overview

The Marani GTS080B is a heavy-duty turbine drive hard hose irrigator engineered by Marani Irrigazione, one of Italy's most respected manufacturers of agricultural irrigation machinery. Designed for large-scale field irrigation, the GTS080B accommodates polyethylene hose diameters ranging from 100 mm to 140 mm (3.94 in to 5.51 in) and hose lengths from 380 m to 650 m (1,247 ft to 2,133 ft), making it a highly versatile solution for farmers managing extensive arable land, grassland, or row crop fields. The machine is powered by a water-driven turbine connected directly to a precision gearbox, delivering consistent, reliable winding performance across a wide range of operating conditions without the need for external power sources during field operation.

The GTS080B stands out within the Marani hard hose irrigator range for its robust hot-galvanised construction, synchronised four-speed gearbox, and compatibility with both the REFLEX and EXPLORER raingun series — allowing operators to match the machine precisely to their flow rates, pressure conditions, and desired application width. The turbine is flanged directly onto the gearbox with a built-in bypass, ensuring smooth regulation and reduced mechanical stress during winding. Hydraulic lifting devices, telescopic feet, and variable track wheels further enhance field mobility and ease of deployment, reflecting Marani Irrigazione's long-standing philosophy that a hose reel's true value lies in the balance between operational performance and the lowest possible cost of ownership and maintenance.

Key Features & Benefits

Hydraulic Lifting Device & Telescopic Hydraulic Feet: Enables rapid, effortless raising and levelling of the machine on uneven terrain, reducing setup time and physical effort during field repositioning.
4-Speed Synchronised Gearbox: Provides four precise winding speed options, giving operators fine control over application rate and uniformity across varying field lengths and flow conditions.
Turbine Flanged on Gearbox with Built-in Bypass: The direct turbine-to-gearbox mounting eliminates intermediate drive components, reducing potential failure points, while the integrated bypass allows smooth speed regulation without interrupting water flow.
REFLEX & EXPLORER Raingun Compatibility: Two professional raingun options with comprehensive nozzle sets (REFLEX: Ø 24–32 mm; EXPLORER: Ø 28–40 mm) allow the GTS080B to be configured for a wide spectrum of discharge rates and throw diameters to suit different crops and field widths.
Hot-Galvanised Chassis, Turret, and Reel: Full hot-dip galvanisation of all primary structural components provides outstanding long-term corrosion resistance, extending machine service life even in aggressive field environments.
Galvanised Raingun Trolley on Variable Track Wheels: The adjustable track width allows the trolley to navigate tramlines and row crop layouts, while galvanised construction ensures durability at the point of irrigation delivery.
Speed Equaliser & Tachometer: The speed equaliser maintains consistent hose retrieval velocity regardless of reel diameter changes, while the tachometer provides real-time winding speed monitoring for precise application rate management.
Glycerine Bath Pressure Gauge: The dampened pressure gauge delivers stable, readable pressure readings even under vibration, enabling accurate monitoring of operating pressure at the turbine inlet throughout the irrigation run.
Polyethylene Hose from Unadulterated Raw Material: The hose is manufactured from virgin polyethylene, ensuring consistent wall thickness, flexibility, and resistance to UV degradation and chemical exposure over an extended operational life.
Steel Swaged Galvanised & Painted Safety Guards: Heavy-duty safety guarding protects operators from moving components during operation and withstands the rigours of agricultural field use without deteriorating.

Technical Specifications

Specification	Detail
Manufacturer	Marani Irrigazione
Model	GTS080B
Product Type	Turbine Drive Hard Hose Irrigator
Drive System	Water turbine, flanged directly on gearbox with built-in bypass
Gearbox	4-speed synchronised gearbox with speed equaliser
Hose Diameter Range	100–140 mm (3.94–5.51 in)
Hose Length Range	380–650 m (1,247–2,133 ft)
Raingun Options	REFLEX (nozzles Ø 24–32 mm) / EXPLORER (nozzles Ø 28–40 mm)
Wheels	2 × 12.5/80-15.3 14PR 6F
Water Inlet	Galvanised double water inlet — Bauer Ø 108 (hose Ø 100–125 mm) / Bauer Ø 133 (hose Ø 135–140 mm)
Chassis Treatment	Hot-dip galvanised chassis, turret, and reel; safety guards steel swaged galvanised and painted
Country of Manufacture	Italy

Available Hose Configurations

Hose Diameter	Hose Length	Raingun	Nozzle Range	Performance Data
100 mm (3.94 in)	650 m (2,133 ft)	REFLEX	Ø 26 / 28 / 30 mm	100VR7650.pdf
110 mm (4.33 in)	550 m (1,804 ft)	REFLEX	Ø 24 / 26 / 28 mm	110VR7550.pdf
110 mm (4.33 in)	600 m (1,969 ft)	REFLEX	Ø 24 / 26 / 28 mm	110VR7600.pdf
120 mm (4.72 in)	540 m (1,772 ft)	EXPLORER	Ø 30 / 32 / 34 mm	120VR7540.pdf
125 mm (4.92 in)	450 m (1,476 ft)	EXPLORER	Ø 32 / 34 / 36 mm	125VR7450.pdf
125 mm (4.92 in)	500 m (1,640 ft)	EXPLORER	Ø 32 / 34 / 36 mm	125VR7500.pdf
135 mm (5.31 in)	400 m (1,312 ft)	EXPLORER	Ø 34 / 36 / 38 mm	135VR7400.pdf
140 mm (5.51 in)	380 m (1,247 ft)	EXPLORER	Ø 36 / 38 / 40 mm	140VR7380.pdf

Machine Dimensions

GTS080B Dimensions

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

A	B	C	D	E	F	G	H
364 cm (143.3 in)	400 cm (157.5 in)	358 cm (141.0 in)	340 cm (133.9 in)	235 cm (92.5 in)	243 cm (95.7 in)	309 cm (121.7 in)	350 cm (137.8 in)

Ideal Applications

Large Arable Crop Irrigation: The GTS080B's extended hose lengths of up to 650 m (2,133 ft) and high-volume EXPLORER raingun configurations make it well suited to irrigating cereals, maize, sugar beet, and other large-area row crops where maximising field coverage per setup is essential.
Grassland & Forage Production: The wide throw diameter achievable with the EXPLORER raingun nozzle range supports uniform water distribution over grassland and forage fields, maintaining consistent sward growth and reducing the number of lateral moves required per irrigation cycle.
Vegetable & Horticultural Crops: The REFLEX raingun with finer nozzle options (Ø 24–30 mm) allows for more controlled application rates suited to sensitive vegetable crops where over-application must be avoided.
Farms with Varying Field Sizes: With eight distinct hose diameter and length configurations available, the GTS080B can be specified precisely to match the hydrological infrastructure and field layout of farms operating diverse parcel sizes in a single equipment programme.
High Water Volume Supply Systems: The larger-diameter configurations (135–140 mm / 5.31–5.51 in) with Bauer Ø 133 water inlet connections are designed for farms with high-capacity pumping systems, ensuring the machine can handle peak flow rates efficiently without pressure loss.
Operations Requiring Minimal Downtime: The hot-galvanised construction, robust steel safety guards, glycerine-dampened pressure gauge, and turbine-integrated bypass collectively contribute to a machine designed for sustained seasonal use with minimal unscheduled maintenance interruptions.

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Reference: Washington State University

Feature Title	Feature	Benefit
Turbine Drive System	Water-powered turbine flanged directly onto the gearbox with a built-in by-pass valve, eliminating the need for external power.	Operates entirely on water pressure, removing reliance on electricity or fuel — ideal for remote fields and reducing ongoing operating costs.
4-Speed Synchronized Gearbox	A 4-speed synchronized gearbox paired with a speed equalizer allows precise control over hose retrieval speed.	Dial in the exact application rate for different crops and field conditions, ensuring uniform water distribution across the full reel run.
Dual Raingun Nozzle Sets	Supplied with two complete nozzle sets — REFLEX raingun nozzles from Ø24 to Ø32 and EXPLORER raingun nozzles from Ø28 to Ø40.	Cover a wide range of flow rates and throw diameters out of the box, giving operators flexibility to match irrigation output to crop type and field size without purchasing additional nozzles.
Hot-Galvanized Construction	Chassis, turret, and reel are all hot-dip galvanized, with safety guards fabricated from swaged galvanized and painted steel.	Full zinc coating on all structural components provides long-term corrosion resistance in wet, muddy field conditions — protecting your investment season after season.
Hydraulic Lifting & Feet	Hydraulic lifting device for the trolley combined with telescopic hydraulic feet provide powered levelling and positioning.	Rapid, effortless setup on uneven ground reduces labour time and physical strain when moving and repositioning the machine between runs.
Variable Track Wheel System	The galvanized raingun trolley is mounted on variable track wheels with 12.5/80-15.3 14PR 6F tyres.	Adjustable wheel track adapts to different row spacings and soil types, improving field mobility and reducing crop damage during retrieval.
Multi-Diameter Water Inlet	Galvanized double water inlet supplied with Bauer Ø108 fittings for hose diameters 100–125 mm and Bauer Ø133 for hose diameters 135–140 mm.	Compatible with a broad range of hose and pump connection sizes, simplifying integration with existing infrastructure and reducing the need for adaptors.
High-Grade Polyethylene Hose	Layflat or hard hose manufactured from unadulterated polyethylene raw material for maximum purity and structural integrity.	Virgin-grade PE material resists cracking, UV degradation, and pressure fatigue — extending hose service life and maintaining consistent flow performance over years of use.
Power Take-Off Drive	Integrated power take-off (PTO) connection enables tractor-powered operation as an alternative drive source.	Provides a reliable mechanical backup drive option, ensuring the machine can operate across varying water pressure scenarios or when turbine conditions are not optimal.
Built-In Tachometer	A tachometer is included as standard equipment to monitor reel rotation speed in real time.	Allows operators to verify and fine-tune retrieval speed on the fly, ensuring consistent application rates and preventing under- or over-watering across the field.

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Feature Title

Feature

Benefit

Turbine Drive System

Water-powered turbine flanged directly onto the gearbox with a built-in by-pass valve, eliminating the need for external power.

Operates entirely on water pressure, removing reliance on electricity or fuel — ideal for remote fields and reducing ongoing operating costs.

4-Speed Synchronized Gearbox

A 4-speed synchronized gearbox paired with a speed equalizer allows precise control over hose retrieval speed.

Dial in the exact application rate for different crops and field conditions, ensuring uniform water distribution across the full reel run.

Dual Raingun Nozzle Sets

Supplied with two complete nozzle sets — REFLEX raingun nozzles from Ø24 to Ø32 and EXPLORER raingun nozzles from Ø28 to Ø40.

Cover a wide range of flow rates and throw diameters out of the box, giving operators flexibility to match irrigation output to crop type and field size without purchasing additional nozzles.

Hot-Galvanized Construction

Chassis, turret, and reel are all hot-dip galvanized, with safety guards fabricated from swaged galvanized and painted steel.

Full zinc coating on all structural components provides long-term corrosion resistance in wet, muddy field conditions — protecting your investment season after season.

Hydraulic Lifting & Feet

Hydraulic lifting device for the trolley combined with telescopic hydraulic feet provide powered levelling and positioning.

Rapid, effortless setup on uneven ground reduces labour time and physical strain when moving and repositioning the machine between runs.

Variable Track Wheel System

The galvanized raingun trolley is mounted on variable track wheels with 12.5/80-15.3 14PR 6F tyres.

Adjustable wheel track adapts to different row spacings and soil types, improving field mobility and reducing crop damage during retrieval.

Multi-Diameter Water Inlet

Galvanized double water inlet supplied with Bauer Ø108 fittings for hose diameters 100–125 mm and Bauer Ø133 for hose diameters 135–140 mm.

Compatible with a broad range of hose and pump connection sizes, simplifying integration with existing infrastructure and reducing the need for adaptors.

High-Grade Polyethylene Hose

Layflat or hard hose manufactured from unadulterated polyethylene raw material for maximum purity and structural integrity.

Virgin-grade PE material resists cracking, UV degradation, and pressure fatigue — extending hose service life and maintaining consistent flow performance over years of use.

Power Take-Off Drive

Integrated power take-off (PTO) connection enables tractor-powered operation as an alternative drive source.

Provides a reliable mechanical backup drive option, ensuring the machine can operate across varying water pressure scenarios or when turbine conditions are not optimal.

Built-In Tachometer

A tachometer is included as standard equipment to monitor reel rotation speed in real time.

Allows operators to verify and fine-tune retrieval speed on the fly, ensuring consistent application rates and preventing under- or over-watering across the field.