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186M Windrow Merger
The 186M Windrow Merger from RCI Engineering is a simple, cost-effective solution to merging
windrows together while minimizing dirt and foreign material in the windrow as can be experienced in
raking operations.
Intended Use:
For merging two or three windrows from up to 18' wide cut widths into a single windrow. The 186M can
also function as a very effective windrow inverter for improved crop drying in some conditions.
Product Highlights:
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Effective pickup width is 8’6” wide.
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Tine bar assembly features six tine bars with center support.
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Extension with 3 feet of length is standard equipment.
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A bundle to increase the extension length to 5’ is available and recommended when tripling 16’
or 18’ cut widths to a windrow of less than 8’ wide.
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If tripling windrows from a 16’ cut width and a final windrow width of under 9’ is needed, the
standard extension is sufficient.
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The longer extension option is recommended for all cut widths of greater than 16’.
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Windguard is standard equipment.
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Pickup and belts are driven hydraulically in series.
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Gauge wheels are adjustable.
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Conveyor extension shut-off valve is standard equipment such that the merger can be used with
the extension in the transport position.
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Can be used with virtually any 50+ hp tractor with a drawbar, self-contained oil cooler, and two
remote hydraulic valves
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Unit discharges at the right side with the extension in the raised or lowered position.
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Reversible belt direction is standard equipment.