How many bushels does a Brent 472 grain cart?
Our first grain cart was a Brent 472 (just under 500 bushel) and it was a perfect match for our 1086. We used that combination from ’98 through ’02 with no problems. I think the Brent carts are balanced a little better than some brands and the 23.1×26 tires our’s had helped it pull easier in soft conditions.
How much does a Brent grain cart weigh?
Specs
| Model Number | V1500 |
|---|---|
| Empty Weight (lbs) | 29,930 |
| Hitch Height | 1′ 9″ |
| Hopper Height Low Side | 11′ 8″ |
| Hopper Height High Side | 13′ 3″ |
How much horsepower does a grain cart need?
Preparing the Grain Cart for Use (see tractor recommendation for grain cart model below): Model 525-14W Grain Cart requires a 100 hp tractor or larger. Model 620-14, 750-14, 750-16 or 750-18 Grain Cart requires a 130 hp tractor or larger. Model 875-16 or 875-18 Grain Cart requires a 150 hp tractor or larger.
How much does a grain cart cost?
The cost of a grain cart is tied directly to two main factors: size of the cart and the type of tires or tracks. “A 1,000-bushel Kinze grain cart can range from $70,000 to $105,000,” says Veatch. “The unit with tracks will be on the higher end of that range.” One trend companies are seeing is a shift to a larger cart.
Who owns Brent grain carts?
Unverferth
Brent (www.brentequip.com), based in Kalida, OH, is an entirely different company, owned by Unverferth. The Brent brand originated in 1976 with a 500-bu., double-auger grain cart, and Unverferth purchased the company in the late ’80s, says Jerry Ecklund, marketing manager for Unverferth Manufacturing.
What size grain cart do I need?
A lot of farmers try to size a grain cart to holding capacity. “If you have a 600-bushel wagon, try to get a 600-bushel cart,” says Swartzrock. But also remember that you want a cart that is large enough to keep up with hauling grain from the combine to the trucks or wagons.