New generation rakes meet modern grassland demands

A new generation of rotary Star rakes will be exhibited at LAMMA – designed for exceptional performance, improved efficiency and greater flexibility.

Slovenian manufacturer SIP says it expanded its range of specialist equipment to meet the demands of modern grassland harvesting. The new generation of Star rakes is aimed at medium to large farms and contractors. It completes a range which includes the 10m double rotor Star 1000|30 T.

The 8.6m Star R 870|26 TC and 9.3m Star R 930|28 TC are both centre delivery rakes offering variable working widths and a choice of specification level, with the larger rake capable of covering up to 13ha/hour.

Premium version

Basic manual configuration includes mechanical swath curtain and rotor height adjustment, providing reliable and essential functionality.

A premium specification or H-Line offers hydro pneumatic suspension (HPS) and hydraulic rotor height adjustment.

Premium specification on the STAR R 930|28 TC, includes a central hydraulic swath curtain for uniform swaths, regardless of the amount of forage. The curtain remains in working position during partial rotor lift, forming a uniform swath even when only one rotor is in work.

Rakes configured for side delivery are also available. They come with a sequential rotor lift as standard so operators can customise the delay in the partial lift of the rear rotor.

Models with working width of 7.20m produce a single swath or 8.61-8.65m when making a double swath covering up to 12.5ha/hour.

Enhanced comfort

A patented Z-drive PTO drive line offers improved ground adaptation and enhanced comfort.

The Z-drive allows for higher partial lifts to 500 mm, significantly improving the driving experience both over swaths and headlands.

A Y-shaped central gearbox significantly reduces loads on the PTO shafts. By minimising PTO shaft angles, this technology also enhances the durability of the drive line, reducing wear and tear over time. It also means better ground adaptation.

The Star rake machines are available in the UK for 2024 delivery.