Ocmis R3/1A Turbine Drive Hard Hose Irrigator

Overview

The Ocmis R3/1A is a turbine drive hard hose irrigator manufactured by Ocmis Irrigazione, one of Italy's most respected irrigation equipment producers. This high-performing reel irrigator is designed to deliver reliable, efficient water distribution across medium to large-scale agricultural operations. As part of Ocmis's best-selling range, the R3/1A combines robust Italian engineering with practical versatility, offering farmers a professional irrigation solution with low running costs and minimal maintenance requirements. Available in multiple hose configurations ranging from 90-110 mm diameter and lengths up to 480 metres, this machine adapts to diverse field sizes and crop types.

What distinguishes the R3/1A from conventional hard hose irrigators is its innovative Turbo Speed system, which significantly reduces turbine load loss while enabling a wide range of retrieval speeds even under low flow and pressure conditions. The 6-speed gearbox provides precise control over irrigation application rates, whilst the turbine is directly flanged onto the gearbox with an integrated by-pass for optimal hydraulic efficiency. The machine features a hot galvanised chassis and turret for exceptional corrosion resistance, complemented by an epoxy resin-coated reel finished with polyurethane paint. Equipped with either REFLEX raingun technology and professional-grade polyethylene hose manufactured from unadulterated raw material, the R3/1A delivers consistent performance that agriculturalists worldwide have come to trust.

Key Features & Benefits

• Turbo Speed System: Revolutionary turbine technology reduces load loss and maintains consistent retrieval speeds even with low inlet pressures and flow rates, ensuring reliable operation across varying field conditions.
• 6-Speed Gearbox: Offers precise control over hose retrieval speed, allowing operators to adjust water application rates to match crop requirements, soil types, and infiltration rates for optimal irrigation efficiency.
• Hydraulic Lifting Device & Telescopic Feet: Simplifies machine positioning and stabilisation with hydraulic controls, reducing manual labour and enabling quick setup on uneven terrain whilst ensuring stable operation during windy conditions.
• Hot Galvanised Chassis & Turret: Provides superior corrosion protection for extended service life, essential for equipment exposed to constant water contact and varying weather conditions across multiple growing seasons.
• Professional-Grade Polyethylene Hose: Manufactured from unadulterated raw material for maximum durability and flexibility, resisting kinking, UV degradation, and abrasion whilst maintaining consistent internal diameter for predictable hydraulic performance.
• REFLEX Raingun System: Delivers uniform water distribution with interchangeable nozzle sets (24-32 mm range), enabling operators to optimise throw radius, droplet size, and application intensity for different crops and growth stages.
• Galvanised Variable-Track Raingun Trolley: Adjustable wheel spacing accommodates different row widths and field conditions, whilst galvanised construction ensures long-term durability in wet field environments.
• Comprehensive Monitoring Instruments: Includes glycerine-bath pressure gauge, tachometer, and speed equaliser for precise operational monitoring, enabling operators to verify performance parameters and troubleshoot issues quickly.
• Dual Water Inlet Configuration: Equipped with Bauer Ø 89 mm coupling for 82-100 mm hoses and Bauer Ø 108 mm for 110-120 mm hoses, ensuring secure, leak-free connections that match hose diameter specifications.

Technical Specifications

Available Hose Configurations

Machine Dimensions

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

Ideal Applications

• Row Crop Irrigation: Ideal for maize, soybean, cotton, and vegetable crops where the variable-track trolley can be adjusted to match row spacing whilst delivering uniform water distribution.
• Pasture and Forage Production: Excellent for irrigating grasslands, alfalfa, and hay fields where long hose lengths and consistent application rates support optimal growth and multiple harvests per season.
• Field Crops on Medium to Large Farms: Well-suited for cereal grains, oilseeds, and pulse crops across 20-60 hectare fields where the combination of hose length options and retrieval speed control enables efficient coverage.
• Orchards and Permanent Crops: Effective for under-canopy irrigation or inter-row watering in fruit and nut orchards where precise speed control prevents over-application and the REFLEX raingun can be adjusted for appropriate throw patterns.
• Supplemental Irrigation in Variable Rainfall Zones: Perfect for regions with unreliable rainfall where farmers need a reliable, mobile system that can be deployed quickly to protect crop yields during dry spells.
• Contract Irrigation Services: The robust construction, low maintenance requirements, and multiple configuration options make this machine ideal for irrigation contractors serving diverse clients with varying field sizes and crop types.