Ocmis VIR6 Turbine Drive Hard Hose Irrigator

Overview

The Ocmis VIR6 is a professional turbine drive hard hose irrigator engineered by Ocmis Irrigazione, Italy's renowned manufacturer of high-performance irrigation equipment. This heavy-duty reel irrigator is specifically designed for large-scale agricultural operations requiring exceptional stability and the capacity to handle pipes of substantial dimensions, with hose diameters ranging from 100 mm to 140 mm (3.94 to 5.51 inches) and lengths extending up to 600 metres (1969 feet). Built on a robust hot-galvanised chassis and equipped with advanced hydraulic systems, the VIR6 delivers reliable performance across diverse terrain and demanding irrigation applications.

What distinguishes the VIR6 from conventional hard hose irrigators is its sophisticated 4-speed VR (Vario Rain) gearbox with synchronised speeds, representing the technological nerve centre of Ocmis's new generation machines. This intelligent gearbox system enables precise control over irrigation speed and water application rates, delivering significant competitive advantages including substantial water savings, enhanced user-friendliness, and minimal pressure losses throughout operation. The turbine drive is flanged directly onto the gearbox with an integrated by-pass system, whilst telescopic hydraulic feet and comprehensive hydraulic controls for trolley lifting, turntable rotation, and drawbar positioning provide operators with exceptional manoeuvrability and setup flexibility in the field.

Key Features & Benefits

• 4-Speed VR Gearbox with Synchronised Speeds: Provides precise control over irrigation speed and water application rates, enabling optimised water distribution across varying field conditions whilst minimising waste and reducing operational costs.
• Turbine Drive with Integrated By-Pass: The turbine is flanged directly onto the gearbox with built-in by-pass functionality, delivering consistent power transmission and reliable performance even under fluctuating water pressure conditions.
• Comprehensive Hydraulic System: Features hydraulic lifting of the trolley and drawbar, hydraulic turntable rotation, and telescopic hydraulic feet, all connected via rapid couplings to the tractor for effortless positioning, setup, and transport with minimal manual labour.
• Heavy-Duty Galvanised Construction: The hot-galvanised chassis is further protected with epoxy resin coating and polyurethane paints, whilst safety guards are manufactured from swaged galvanised steel, ensuring exceptional corrosion resistance and extended service life in harsh agricultural environments.
• Flexible Hose Configuration Options: Accommodates hose diameters from 100 mm to 140 mm (3.94 to 5.51 inches) with lengths up to 600 metres (1969 feet), enabling customisation to match specific field dimensions, crop requirements, and available water pressure.
• Dual Raingun Compatibility: Supplied with either the REFLEX raingun (with nozzle sets from Ø 24 to Ø 32 mm) for medium-range applications or the EXPLORER raingun (with nozzle sets from Ø 28 to Ø 40 mm) for extended coverage, providing versatility across diverse irrigation scenarios.
• Variable Track Galvanised Trolley: The raingun trolley is mounted on adjustable track wheels and constructed from galvanised materials, allowing adaptation to different furrow widths whilst resisting corrosion from constant water exposure.
• Precision Monitoring Instruments: Equipped with a glycerine-bath pressure gauge, tachometer, and speed equaliser to provide operators with accurate real-time feedback on system performance, enabling immediate adjustments for optimal irrigation efficiency.
• Premium Polyethylene Hose: Manufactured from unadulterated raw material to ensure consistent quality, flexibility, and durability throughout extended service life, with dual Bauer water inlets sized appropriately for each hose diameter configuration.
• Enhanced Stability for Large Pipes: The VIR6's engineering emphasises exceptional stability, making it ideal for managing the weight and handling characteristics of large-diameter hoses without compromising manoeuvrability or safety during operation and transport.

Technical Specifications

Available Hose Configurations

Machine Dimensions

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

Ideal Applications

• Large-Scale Arable Farming: Perfectly suited for irrigating extensive cereal, maize, soybean, and wheat operations where long hose runs and high water volumes are required to cover substantial field areas efficiently.
• Fodder and Forage Production: Ideal for pasture, alfalfa, and hay production where consistent, controlled water application across large acreages supports optimal biomass development and multiple annual cuts.
• Vegetable and Row Crop Irrigation: Excellent for potato, sugar beet, carrot, and other root vegetable cultivation where the variable track trolley accommodates different row spacings and the precise speed control ensures uniform water distribution.
• Permanent and Temporary Grassland: Well-suited for both established pastures and temporary grass leys where the heavy-duty construction withstands frequent repositioning and the stability manages challenging terrain conditions.
• Orchards and Vineyards (Under-Canopy Irrigation): Can be configured for specialised applications in permanent crops where controlled water delivery beneath the canopy is required, particularly during establishment or drought periods.
• Drought Management and Supplemental Irrigation: Provides reliable backup irrigation capacity for rain-fed agricultural regions where supplemental watering during critical growth stages protects yield potential and crop quality when natural rainfall is insufficient.

Standard Equipment