Ocmis VR8/1A Turbine Drive Hard Hose Irrigator

Overview

The Ocmis VR8/1A is a professional hard hose reel travelling irrigator manufactured by Ocmis Irrigazione, a leading Italian irrigation equipment specialist. This advanced machine features the innovative Vario Rain system with a 4-speed VR gearbox that synchronizes travel speeds with water application rates, enabling precise irrigation management across diverse agricultural operations. Designed for medium to large-scale farming operations, the VR8/1A combines robust construction with sophisticated hydraulic controls to deliver efficient water distribution across extensive field areas.

What distinguishes the VR8/1A from conventional travelling irrigators is its comprehensive hydraulic system and versatile configuration options. The machine features telescopic hydraulic feet for stable positioning, hydraulic drawbar and trolley lifting mechanisms, and a turbine-driven power take-off system flanged directly to the gearbox with integrated double by-pass. With hose capacity ranging from 110 mm to 140 mm (4.33 to 5.51 inches) in diameters and lengths up to 850 metres (2,789 feet), the VR8/1A accommodates both REFLEX and EXPLORER rainguns to match specific field requirements. The hot galvanized chassis, epoxy-coated reel, and polyethylene hose constructed from unadulterated raw materials ensure long-term durability in demanding agricultural environments.

Key Features & Benefits

• 4-Speed VR Gearbox with Synchronized Speeds: The Vario Rain system's nerve centre enables precise matching of travel speed to irrigation requirements, optimizing water distribution uniformity while minimizing runoff and water waste across varying field conditions.
• Comprehensive Hydraulic Control System: Telescopic hydraulic feet, hydraulic drawbar lifting, trolley lifting device, and turntable rotation provide complete operational control from the tractor, reducing manual labour and enabling rapid setup adjustments during field operations.
• Turbine-Driven Power System with Double By-Pass: The turbine flanged directly to the gearbox with integrated double by-pass ensures consistent retrieval speeds regardless of pressure fluctuations, while protecting the system from pressure spikes during operation.
• Offset Galvanized Trolley with 5 Large Solid Wheels: The robust trolley design mounted on oversized solid wheels provides exceptional stability and smooth travel across uneven terrain, preventing hose dragging damage and ensuring consistent raingun positioning throughout the irrigation cycle.
• Hot Galvanized Chassis and Turret: Superior corrosion protection through hot galvanization combined with epoxy resin coating and polyurethane paint on the reel extends equipment lifespan significantly, reducing maintenance costs in humid and chemically treated environments.
• Aqua System Computer Control: Digital monitoring and control of irrigation parameters enable data-driven decision making, allowing operators to track water application rates, adjust speeds, and optimize irrigation schedules for maximum crop yield and resource efficiency.
• Dual Raingun Options with Comprehensive Nozzle Sets: REFLEX rainguns with nozzles from 24 mm to 32 mm and EXPLORER rainguns with nozzles from 28 mm to 40 mm provide flexibility to match application rates and throw distances to specific crop requirements and field dimensions.
• Quick-Coupling Hydraulic Connection to Tractor: Rapid coupling system enables fast hookup and disconnection from the tractor hydraulic system, minimizing setup time and allowing efficient movement between multiple irrigation sites during busy growing seasons.
• Double Chain Hose Retraction System: The reinforced double chain drive mechanism ensures reliable hose retrieval even under challenging conditions, preventing equipment damage and ensuring consistent winding tension that extends hose service life.
• Glycerine Bath Pressure Gauge: Precision pressure monitoring with vibration-damped gauge provides accurate real-time readings essential for optimizing nozzle performance, detecting system blockages, and preventing over-pressurization damage to components.

Technical Specifications

Available Hose Configurations

Machine Dimensions

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

Ideal Applications

• Large-Scale Field Crop Production: Ideally suited for irrigating extensive cereal, maize, soybean, and cotton fields where consistent water distribution across long distances is essential for uniform crop development and yield optimization.
• Forage and Pasture Management: Excellent for maintaining productive grasslands and forage crops, with adjustable application rates and speeds allowing customization for different grass species and grazing rotation schedules.
• Vegetable Production Operations: Effective for medium to large vegetable growing operations requiring flexible irrigation scheduling, with nozzle options enabling fine-tuning of application rates to match specific crop water requirements during different growth stages.
• Orchard and Vineyard Under-Canopy Irrigation: When configured with appropriate nozzles and pressure settings, suitable for supplemental irrigation in tree crops and vineyards where controlled water application beneath canopy cover is required.
• Commercial Turf and Sod Production: Well-adapted for turf farms and sod production facilities where consistent moisture management is critical for product quality, with the Aqua System computer enabling precise application tracking.
• Contract Irrigation Services: The versatile configuration options, robust construction, and rapid setup capabilities make the VR8/1A an excellent choice for contractors providing irrigation services across multiple properties with varying field dimensions and crop requirements.