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The Art of the Bunch: How a Dump Rake Works Its Magic<\/h2>\n

Let’s clear up a common misconception first: a dump rake doesn’t create a long, continuous windrow like a wheel rake or rotary rake. Instead, it gathers hay into a series of individual, manageable bunches or \u201cwindows\u201d as you drive along. Here’s the simple genius: a set of long, curved steel teeth (times) is lowered to the ground, gliding through the stubble to gently collect the hay. Once a sufficient bunch is gathered\u2014you can see it piling up beautifully behind the teeth\u2014a simple lever (or hydraulic cylinder on our premium models) lifts the entire tooth frame. The hay rolls off the back in a neat, airy pile. Then you lower the teeth and start the next bunch. It’s a rhythmic, controlled process that many farmers find deeply satisfying and, more importantly, incredibly kind to the crop.<\/p>\n

Why does this matter? For high-value, fragile forage like timothy for horses or organic clover, minimizing leaf shatter is paramount. The dump rake\u2019s sliding-and-rolling gathering action is far less aggressive than the constant beating or flipping of some modern rakes. The resulting loose piles dry more evenly from all sides, reducing mold risk. In our experience on farms with older tractors, limited horsepower, or very small, irregularly shaped fields, this tool is not a relic\u2014it’s the most sensible, efficient choice. The trick is matching the scale and the goal. If you’re not racing to cover 500 acres in a day but rather focused on producing the absolute best hay from your 50-acre field, the dump rake is your precision instrument. \"Towed<\/p>\n<\/section>\n

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Solid Construction, Simple Specs<\/h2>\n

The Legacy dump rake is built for decades of service. Its specifications reflect a focus on durability and function over complexity.<\/p>\n

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Item<\/td>\nUnit<\/td>\nSpecification<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Model Name<\/td>\n\/<\/td>\n9LH-12 Towed dump hay rake<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Structural Form<\/td>\n\/<\/td>\nHorizontal Mower<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Suspension Mode<\/td>\n\/<\/td>\nRatchet type<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Power Supply<\/td>\nkW<\/td>\n25-44<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Working Width<\/td>\nm<\/td>\n12<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Working Speed<\/td>\nkm\/h<\/td>\n5~10<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Production Rate<\/td>\nhm\u00b2\/h<\/td>\n6~12<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Disc Number<\/td>\npcs<\/td>\n168<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Operators Required<\/td>\npersons<\/td>\n1<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Machine Weight<\/td>\nkg<\/td>\n1510<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Loss Rate<\/td>\n%<\/td>\n\u22643%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
External Dimensions<\/td>\nmm<\/td>\n5500\u00d71200\u00d71350 (working condition) 9400\u00d73400\u00d71750 (transport condition)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

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We also offer related accessory products.<\/h2>\n