Marani ITS080C Turbine Drive Hard Hose Irrigator

Overview

The Marani ITS080C is a professional turbine-driven hard hose irrigator engineered by Marani Irrigazione, Italy's renowned manufacturer of precision irrigation equipment. Designed specifically for agricultural operations managing plots of noteworthy dimensions, this hard hose reel irrigator combines industrial-grade construction with intuitive operation to deliver reliable performance across extensive field areas. With flexible hose configurations ranging from 350 to 750 metres and multiple diameter options from 110mm to 150mm, the ITS080C provides the reach and water delivery capacity required for large-scale crop irrigation while maintaining exceptional ease of use.

What distinguishes the ITS080C is its sophisticated hydraulic control system that manages all critical functions—trolley lifting, turntable rotation, and drawbar positioning—directly from the tractor, eliminating manual adjustments and reducing operator fatigue during setup and repositioning. The turbine drive system, flanged directly to a 4-speed synchronized gearbox with integrated bypass, converts water flow energy into reliable hose retrieval with precise speed control via the included tachometer and equalizer. Built on a hot-galvanized chassis with double water inlet capability and mounted on robust 400/60-15.5 wheels, this irrigator exemplifies Marani's commitment to delivering outstanding cost-benefit performance without compromising operational quality or longevity.

Key Features & Benefits

Hydraulic Lifting Device for Trolley: Enables remote positioning of the raingun trolley from the tractor seat, eliminating manual handling and allowing operators to adjust irrigation height quickly for different crop stages or terrain variations.
Hydraulic Turntable Rotation: Provides powered rotation of the entire reel assembly for precise alignment with field layout, reducing setup time and enabling efficient repositioning between irrigation runs without physical exertion.
4-Synchronized Speed Gearbox with Turbine Drive: Delivers consistent hose retrieval speed across varying pressure conditions with four selectable ratios, allowing operators to match retrieval rate to application requirements while the turbine converts water flow into mechanical power with zero fuel consumption.
Telescopic Hydraulic Feet: Automatically adjusts machine stability and levelling on uneven terrain through hydraulic control, ensuring consistent operation and preventing tipping on slopes or rough ground conditions.
Dual Raingun System with Complete Nozzle Sets: Includes both REFLEX and EXPLORER rainguns with comprehensive nozzle ranges (Ø24-32mm for REFLEX, Ø28-40mm for EXPLORER), providing flexibility to optimize droplet size and throw distance for different crops, wind conditions, and soil infiltration rates.
Galvanized Variable Track Trolley: Features adjustable wheel spacing to accommodate different row widths while the galvanized construction resists corrosion from continuous water exposure, extending service life in demanding agricultural environments.
Hot Galvanized Chassis and Reel: Provides superior corrosion protection compared to painted finishes, ensuring decades of reliable service even in humid climates or when storing equipment outdoors between seasons.
Rapid Coupling Hydraulic System: Simplifies connection to tractor hydraulic circuits with quick-attach fittings that reduce hookup time and prevent connection errors, streamlining daily operation when moving between fields.
Glycerine Bath Pressure Gauge: Delivers accurate pressure readings even under vibration and temperature fluctuations, helping operators maintain optimal operating parameters and diagnose system issues before they impact irrigation quality.
Polyethylene Hose from Unadulterated Raw Material: Ensures long-term flexibility and resistance to UV degradation, algae growth, and chemical fertilizers, maintaining consistent flow characteristics throughout the hose lifespan without material breakdown.

Technical Specifications

Specification	Details
Manufacturer	Marani Irrigazione
Model	ITS080C
Product Type	Turbine Drive Hard Hose Irrigator
Drive System	Water turbine flanged on gearbox with built-in bypass
Gearbox	4-synchronized speed transmission with power take-off
Hose Diameter Range	110-150 mm (4.33-5.91 in)
Hose Length Range	350-750 m (1148-2461 ft)
Raingun Options	REFLEX (Ø24-32mm nozzles), EXPLORER (Ø28-40mm nozzles)
Wheels	2 × 400/60-15.5 16PR 6F
Water Inlet	Galvanized double inlet; Bauer Ø108 (100-125mm hose), Bauer Ø133 (135-150mm hose)
Chassis Treatment	Hot galvanized steel with swaged and painted safety guards
Control System	Hydraulic via rapid couplings to tractor
Country of Manufacture	Italy

Available Hose Configurations

Hose Diameter	Hose Length	Raingun	Nozzle Range (mm)	Performance Data
110 mm (4.33 in)	700 m (2297 ft)	REFLEX	24/26/28	110VIR7_1700.pdf
110 mm (4.33 in)	750 m (2461 ft)	REFLEX	24/26/28	110VIR7_1750.pdf
120 mm (4.72 in)	620 m (2034 ft)	EXPLORER	30/32/34	120VIR7_1620.pdf
125 mm (4.92 in)	550 m (1804 ft)	EXPLORER	32/34/36	125VIR7_1550.pdf
125 mm (4.92 in)	600 m (1969 ft)	EXPLORER	32/34/36	125VIR7_1600.pdf
135 mm (5.31 in)	460 m (1509 ft)	EXPLORER	34/36/38	135VIR7_1460.pdf
140 mm (5.51 in)	450 m (1476 ft)	EXPLORER	36/38/40	140VIR7_1450.pdf
150 mm (5.91 in)	350 m (1148 ft)	EXPLORER	36/38/40	150VIR7_1350.pdf

Machine Dimensions

ITS080C Dimensions

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

Dimension	A	B	C	D	E	F	G
Measurement	410 cm (161.4 in)	407 cm (160.2 in)	374 cm (147.2 in)	353 cm (139.0 in)	249 cm (98.0 in)	282 cm (111.0 in)	318 cm (125.2 in)

Ideal Applications

Large-Scale Row Crop Irrigation: Perfect for maize, soybean, cotton, and vegetable operations where field sizes exceed 50 hectares and efficient water application across extended distances is critical for uniform crop development.
Pasture and Forage Production: Delivers gentle, uniform coverage for grass, alfalfa, and hay fields where maintaining consistent soil moisture promotes multiple cuttings per season and maximizes biomass production.
Orchard and Vineyard Establishment: Provides supplemental irrigation during young tree and vine development phases, with adjustable nozzles allowing operators to match application intensity to root zone development and canopy growth.
Contract Irrigation Services: Ideal for custom applicators serving multiple farms, as the hydraulic controls and multiple hose configurations enable quick adaptation to varying field sizes, shapes, and crop requirements without equipment changes.
Water-Intensive Crops on Sandy Soils: Suits potatoes, sugar beet, and processing vegetables grown on light-textured soils requiring frequent irrigation cycles, where the turbine drive eliminates fuel costs during extended seasonal use.
Supplemental Irrigation in Semi-Arid Regions: Provides insurance against rainfall variability for grain crops, allowing farmers to protect yield potential during critical growth stages without the infrastructure investment of permanent irrigation systems.

Standard Equipment

Hydraulic lifting device of trolley	Hydraulic rotation of turntable
Hydraulic lifting of drawbar	Telescopic hydraulic feet
4 synchronized speed gearbox	Power take off
Turbine flanged on the gearbox with built-in by-pass	Flexible connection pipe
Galvanized raingun trolley mounted on variable track wheels	Raingun
Set of nozzles REFLEX raingun from Ø 24 to Ø 32	Set of nozzles EXPLORER raingun from Ø 28 to Ø 40
Pressure gauge (glycerine bath)	Winding handle
Speed equalizer	Tachometer
Hydraulic system by rapid couplings to tractor	Safety guards
2 wheels 400/60-15.5 16PR 6F	Safety guards made of steel, swaged galvanized and painted
Galvanized double water inlet	For hose diam. 100-110-120-125 water inlet Bauer Ø 108
For hose diam. 135-140-150 water inlet Bauer Ø 133	Hot galvanized chassis and reel
Polyethylene hose made by unadulterated raw material

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Feature Title	Feature	Benefit
Full Hydraulic Operation	Hydraulic actuation controls the trolley lift, turntable rotation, drawbar lift, and telescopic stabiliser feet — all powered from the tractor hydraulic system via rapid couplings.	Every major adjustment is made from the tractor seat without manual effort, dramatically reducing setup time and physical strain during field moves.
4-Speed Synchronized Gearbox	A four-speed synchronized gearbox with integrated power take-off drives the hose reel at precisely selectable winding speeds.	Fine control over retrieval speed allows operators to match application rates exactly to crop and soil requirements across varying field conditions.
Turbine & Bypass System	A water-driven turbine is flanged directly onto the gearbox and includes a built-in by-pass valve for flow regulation.	Self-contained hydraulic drive eliminates the need for external power at the reel, while the by-pass valve allows precise speed tuning without interrupting irrigation.
Dual Nozzle Set Compatibility	Supplied with two complete nozzle sets — REFLEX raingun nozzles from Ø24 to Ø32 mm and EXPLORER raingun nozzles from Ø28 to Ø40 mm.	A wide range of nozzle options in a single package lets operators optimise throw diameter and precipitation rate for different crops, pressures, and water allocation requirements.
Hot-Dip Galvanized Construction	The chassis, reel, raingun trolley, and double water inlet are all hot-dip galvanized, with safety guards additionally swaged, galvanized, and painted.	Multi-layer corrosion protection across every major structural component ensures long service life in wet, muddy, and chemically challenging field environments.
Variable Track Wheel System	The galvanized raingun trolley is mounted on variable track wheels with 400/60-15.5 16PR 6F tyres.	Adjustable track width accommodates different row spacings and field layouts, improving stability and reducing crop damage during retrieval.
Dual-Size Water Inlet	A galvanized double water inlet is supplied with Bauer Ø108 fittings for 100–125 mm hose and Bauer Ø133 fittings for 135–150 mm hose.	Out-of-the-box compatibility with a broad range of hose diameters means the machine integrates directly into existing water supply infrastructure without additional adapters.
Speed Equalizer & Tachometer	An integrated speed equalizer and tachometer monitor and maintain consistent reel retrieval speed throughout the irrigation run.	Uniform winding speed ensures even water distribution along the full length of the run, eliminating under- or over-watered strips that reduce yield.
Virgin Polyethylene Hose	The lay-flat hose is manufactured from unadulterated virgin polyethylene raw material.	Using only pure, unrecycled PE compound ensures consistent wall thickness, higher burst resistance, and a longer fatigue life compared to hoses made from recycled blends.
Flexible Connection Pipe	A flexible connection pipe links the main water inlet to the hose reel assembly.	Absorbs vibration and minor misalignment during operation and transport, reducing stress on fittings and extending the service life of the water circuit.

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Feature Title

Feature

Benefit

Full Hydraulic Operation

Hydraulic actuation controls the trolley lift, turntable rotation, drawbar lift, and telescopic stabiliser feet — all powered from the tractor hydraulic system via rapid couplings.

Every major adjustment is made from the tractor seat without manual effort, dramatically reducing setup time and physical strain during field moves.

4-Speed Synchronized Gearbox

A four-speed synchronized gearbox with integrated power take-off drives the hose reel at precisely selectable winding speeds.

Fine control over retrieval speed allows operators to match application rates exactly to crop and soil requirements across varying field conditions.

Turbine & Bypass System

A water-driven turbine is flanged directly onto the gearbox and includes a built-in by-pass valve for flow regulation.

Self-contained hydraulic drive eliminates the need for external power at the reel, while the by-pass valve allows precise speed tuning without interrupting irrigation.

Dual Nozzle Set Compatibility

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

A wide range of nozzle options in a single package lets operators optimise throw diameter and precipitation rate for different crops, pressures, and water allocation requirements.

Hot-Dip Galvanized Construction

The chassis, reel, raingun trolley, and double water inlet are all hot-dip galvanized, with safety guards additionally swaged, galvanized, and painted.

Multi-layer corrosion protection across every major structural component ensures long service life in wet, muddy, and chemically challenging field environments.

Variable Track Wheel System

The galvanized raingun trolley is mounted on variable track wheels with 400/60-15.5 16PR 6F tyres.

Adjustable track width accommodates different row spacings and field layouts, improving stability and reducing crop damage during retrieval.

Dual-Size Water Inlet

A galvanized double water inlet is supplied with Bauer Ø108 fittings for 100–125 mm hose and Bauer Ø133 fittings for 135–150 mm hose.

Out-of-the-box compatibility with a broad range of hose diameters means the machine integrates directly into existing water supply infrastructure without additional adapters.

Speed Equalizer & Tachometer

An integrated speed equalizer and tachometer monitor and maintain consistent reel retrieval speed throughout the irrigation run.

Uniform winding speed ensures even water distribution along the full length of the run, eliminating under- or over-watered strips that reduce yield.

Virgin Polyethylene Hose

The lay-flat hose is manufactured from unadulterated virgin polyethylene raw material.

Using only pure, unrecycled PE compound ensures consistent wall thickness, higher burst resistance, and a longer fatigue life compared to hoses made from recycled blends.

Flexible Connection Pipe

A flexible connection pipe links the main water inlet to the hose reel assembly.

Absorbs vibration and minor misalignment during operation and transport, reducing stress on fittings and extending the service life of the water circuit.