Ocmis VIR7/1 Hydraulic Drive Hard Hose Irrigator

Overview

The Ocmis VIR7/1 is a professional hard hose reel travelling irrigator manufactured by Ocmis Irrigazione in Italy, engineered specifically for large-scale agricultural operations requiring exceptional stability and precision water delivery. This heavy-duty irrigation machine excels at handling large-diameter hoses ranging from 110 mm to 150 mm (4.33 to 5.91 inches) with lengths extending up to 750 metres (2461 feet), making it ideal for extensive field coverage where reliability and performance are paramount. The VIR7/1's robust construction features a hot galvanised chassis, hydraulic control systems, and specialised wide-profile wheels designed to provide superior stability during operation and transport across varied terrain.

What distinguishes the VIR7/1 in the Ocmis hard hose reel range is its integration of the advanced Vario Rain system, centred around a sophisticated 4-speed VR gearbox with synchronised speed control that serves as the operational nerve centre of this new-generation platform. This technology delivers significant competitive advantages including optimised water application efficiency, reduced pressure losses throughout the system, and enhanced user-friendliness through intuitive hydraulic controls for trolley lifting, turntable rotation, and drawbar positioning. The machine comes equipped with either REFLEX or EXPLORER rainguns depending on configuration, each supplied with comprehensive nozzle sets to accommodate varying pressure and flow requirements, while the turbine flanged directly to the gearbox with integrated bypass ensures consistent performance across all operating conditions.

Key Features & Benefits

• 4-Speed VR Gearbox with Vario Rain System: Synchronised speed control optimises irrigation uniformity while reducing water consumption and minimising pressure losses, delivering superior application efficiency compared to conventional fixed-speed systems.
• Comprehensive Hydraulic Control System: Hydraulic lifting of trolley, turbtable rotation, drawbar positioning, and telescopic feet adjustment enable precise machine positioning and simplified operation with rapid coupling connections to tractor hydraulics.
• Heavy-Duty Stabilisation Design: Purpose-built for handling large-diameter hoses with exceptional stability provided by 400/60-15.5 16PR 6F wide-profile wheels and telescopic hydraulic feet that ensure secure positioning on uneven terrain.
• Premium Corrosion Protection: Hot galvanised chassis and reel frame receive additional coating with epoxy resin followed by polyurethane paint finishing, providing decades of protection in harsh agricultural environments.
• Integrated Turbine Power System: Turbine flanged directly onto the gearbox with built-in bypass eliminates external power requirements, harnessing water flow energy to drive the reel winding mechanism with consistent, reliable performance.
• Professional Raingun Systems: Factory-equipped with either REFLEX rainguns (complete with nozzle sets from Ø24 to Ø32 mm) or EXPLORER rainguns (with nozzle sets from Ø28 to Ø40 mm) mounted on galvanised variable-track trolleys for optimal application patterns.
• High-Quality Polyethylene Hose: Manufactured from unadulterated raw materials ensuring consistent performance, longevity, and resistance to degradation from UV exposure and chemical fertiliser applications.
• Precision Monitoring Instruments: Glycerine-bath pressure gauge, tachometer, and speed equaliser provide real-time operational feedback enabling operators to fine-tune performance and maintain optimal application rates.
• Flexible Water Inlet Configuration: Galvanised double water inlet system with Bauer Ø108 mm connections for 100-125 mm hoses and Bauer Ø133 mm for 135-150 mm hoses ensures compatibility with various supply infrastructure.
• Comprehensive Safety Features: Steel safety guards, swaged galvanised and painted, protect all moving components while winding handle and power take-off systems incorporate operator protection mechanisms.

Technical Specifications

Available Hose Configurations

Machine Dimensions

Diagram shows dimension reference points (A, B, C, D, E, F, G) on the machine.

Ideal Applications

• Large-Scale Field Crop Production: Extensive coverage capability up to 750 metres makes the VIR7/1 ideal for irrigating wheat, maize, soya, and other broadacre crops across large contiguous fields where minimising equipment moves maximises operational efficiency.
• Forage and Pasture Irrigation: Synchronised speed control and variable nozzle options enable precise water application rates suited to establishing and maintaining high-quality pasture and hay crops with optimal uniformity across varying topography.
• Vegetable Production at Scale: The Vario Rain system's water-saving capabilities and pressure loss minimisation support efficient irrigation of commercial vegetable operations where consistent moisture delivery directly impacts yield quality and marketability.
• Orchard and Vineyard Frost Protection: Large-diameter hose configurations with EXPLORER rainguns provide high flow rates necessary for effective frost protection applications in permanent crop installations during critical spring growth periods.
• Wastewater and Effluent Application: Robust construction with corrosion-resistant galvanised components and unadulterated polyethylene hose makes the VIR7/1 suitable for applying treated wastewater or dairy effluent to agricultural land as part of nutrient recycling programmes.
• Contract Irrigation Services: Heavy-duty stability features, comprehensive hydraulic controls, and wide range of hose configurations enable professional irrigation contractors to service diverse client requirements with a single versatile machine platform.