Single Row Self Propelled Power Weeder

      It is suitable for intercultural operations in upland rice.

      The machine consists of a petrol start kerosene run 1.03 KW engine, an engine mounting frame, the main frame, transmission system, jaw type clutch assembly, clutch control lever, handle, two transport wheels, rotary tine assembly, a support wheel and a rubber flap.

      Power from engine pulley was transmitted to clutch, shaft through belt & pulley.

      Power from engine pulley is transmitted to the rotary blade unit through a belt and then to the pulley and chain-sprocket system.

      Engine speed of 3600 rpm is reduced to 470 rpm at rotary blade.

      Power can be made off and on to the rotary unit by turning the clutch control lever.


Overall Dimensions (LxWxH)

180x60x110

Power Source

1.03 KW/3600 rpm G.K 100 petrol start, kerosene driven engine.

Number of rows

1 rows

Weeding mechanism

Rotary blade

Blade width, cm

12

Number of blades

4

Wheel rim Dia. cm

40

Wheel base cm

40 (adjustable

Width of cut, cm

12

Weight of the unit, kg

38.4

Working capacity, ha/h

0.025

Weeding efficiency, %

65

Crop damage, %

Nil

Labour requirement, man-h/ha

40

Cost (Approx.)

25,000