This model has been discontinued, For comparable twin auger models with at least 500 cu. ft. please take a look at our 525 Model or greater. Model 525 Vertical Feed Mixer

Model 505 VXT Twin Auger Vertical Feed Mixer -

Model 505 Vertical Express Twin Auger is a vertical feed mixer with a mixing capacity of 500 cu. ft. and can hold a maximum load with a heavy ration up to 14,000 lbs.  This model is available in trailer and stationary units but not in truck mount.  VXT Vertical Mixers have a low profile, perform fast processing of hay with quick mixing and discharge.  It is equipped with tower assembly shaft twin augers and has lower horsepower requirements with chain and sprocket drive.  It has an adjustable axle for loading convenience and can be equipped with more knives as an option. This size of feed mixer is for all feeding applications including dairy, cow/calf, stockers and more.

 

SpecificationsVertical Dimensional Drawing

Ref.Vertical Xpress (VXT)325425505
  Auger Screws Twin Twin Twin
  Auger Flighting Single Single Single
  Empty weight, trailer models, lb. (kg) 7,940 no conveyor (3602) 9,660 (4382) 10,336 (4688)
A Trailer tub length, in. (cm) 160 (406) 180 (457) 180 (457)
B Trailer overall length, in. (cm) 207 (526) 217 (551) 217 (551)
C Trailer tub width, in. (cm) 84 (283) 91 (231) 90 (229)
D Trailer overall height, in. (cm) 94 (239) 97 (246) 109 (277)
E Trailer discharge height, in. (cm) 17–32 (43–81) 19–26 (48–66) 19–25 (48–63.5)
F Trailer outside tread width (tires), in. (cm) 85 (216) 108 (274) 108 (274)
G Truck tub length, in. (cm) 160 (406) 180 (457) 180 (457)
H Truck behind cab to end of tub, in. (cm) 165 (419) 185 (470) 185 (470)
I Truck tub width, in. (cm) 84 (283) 91 (231) 90 (229)
J Overall height with 38" truck frame, in. (cm) 113 (287) 122 (310) 134 (340)
K Discharge height with 38" truck frame, in. (cm) 23–38 (58–97) 25–31 (64-79) 25–31 (64-79)
  Transport width, in. (cm) 100 (254) 109 (277) 109 (277)
  Loading height, trailers, in. (cm) 94+7 for rubber extension (239+18) 96.75+7 for rubber extension (246+18 ) 108.75+7 for rubber extension (276+18)
  PTO speed, rpm 540 540 540
  Trailer recommended PTO horsepower (kilowatts) 75 (56) 100 (75) 100 (75)
  Truck recommended engine horsepower (kilowatts) NA 210 (157) 210 (157)
  Drive chain, roller chain #100 #100 #100
  Tires size, trailers, in. (cm) 33 x 15.5–16.5 40 x 14.5 recapped aircraft or 385/65R x 22.5 40 x 14.5 recapped aircraft or 385/65R x 22.5
  Hubs, lb. (kg) 8 bolt 8,000 (3629) 10 bolt 12,000 (5443) 10 bolt 12,000 (5443)
  Conveyor width, conveyor models, in. (cm) 36 (91) 36 (91) 36 (91)
  Maximum load with a hay ration by weight, lb. (kg) 6,400 (2903) 8,400 (3810) 10,000 (4536)
  Maximum load with a heavy ration by weight, lb. (kg) 8,900 (4037) 11,750 (5330) 14,000 (6350)
  Mixing capacity* cu. ft. (m³) 320 (9) 420 (11.9) 500 (14.2)
  Discharge magnets Optional Optional Optional
  Screw speeds at 1,000-rpm pto 540 RPM 540 RPM 540 RPM

All dimensions and specifications are approximate and subject to change without notice.
*Extension capacity
‡Minimum tractor PTO 180 hp (210 Engine HP–156 [kw] or higher).