Kuhn VT256

Kuhn VT 100 Series 256 GII Trailer

Four models available, the VT 132, VT 144, VT 156 and VT 168, offer capacities that range from 320 to 760 ft³. To best meet your mixing needs, choose from trailer, truck or stationary models.

KUHN Knight VT 100 Series Vertical Maxx® twin-auger mixers are the ideal choice for dairy and beef producers. This Series includes four mid-sized models offering innovative features, sleek styling and a refined finish. The optimum design of the mixing chamber and augers provide fast mixing and processing with complete cleanout. Rugged, dependable drive systems help ensure reliable service and long life. Multiple discharge options, along with choice of truck, trailer and stationary models, provide the flexibility to match your specific needs.

Features may include:

• Cone-style augers provide superior feed movement for faster, more complete mixing and processing. The smooth, continuous auger flighting (1) creates a rolling feed action that improves mixing. The curved, bolt-on kicker (2) is formed rearward to efficiently charge the door with feed the entire way on each pass for even discharge and decreased unloading time. The adjustable, replaceable lead-flighting scraper (3) is angled to guide feed up the auger flighting for efficient movement.

• Large, 15” or 20”, replaceable hay cutting knives are available to best handle the material to be processed. The knives have two positions to adjust the aggressiveness of the knife angle. Versatility of knife length, angle and position allow for an optimal setting with a wide variety of ration ingredients.

• A: Knife set in for slicing and cutting

• B: Knife set out for grabbing and tearing

• Improvements to the mixing chamber work in combination with the redesigned augers to increase feed movement. Straighter sides, smoother curves and steeper baffles help promote a fast, complete mix for a fluffy, palatable ration. No preprocessing or special loading is required for round or square bales making it easy to load and use. Faster auger speeds also provide quicker, more complete cleanout.

• The adjustable hay stops provide flexibility in processing to provide you with the cut length necessary to reach the optimal nutritional value you’re striving for. This adjustability makes hay processing more efficient and helps minimize overprocessing.

• VT 132 and VT 144 Models feature a straight-drive planetary system that provides simplicity for lower torque applications.

• The patented drive system on the VT 156 and 168 models consists of a 2-speed, split-drive gearbox, two planetary gearboxes and two torque-disconnect PTOs. This system provides reliable performance and long service life with a simple and quiet design.

• The 2-speed, split-drive gearbox provides the flexibility of high and low speeds without adding another gearbox. It allows for a lower horsepower and easier starting speed (28 rpm in low) while also having a high speed for fast mixing and more complete cleanout (41 rpm in high).

• The gearbox can be shifted manually on the machine or with an in-cab electric shift option for operator convenience.

• The twin planetaries are designed to provide dependable performance and long life. The drive systems allow the use of single-stage planetaries, which produces far less heat for easier cooling.