For orchard and vineyard operators with wide row spacings, maximising productivity often comes down to reducing the number of passes needed to complete each row. When a single mulcher can’t cover the full working width, operators are left making repeat passes, which adds tractor hours, fuel use, and time in the field.
The Trimax Dual Force setup solves this by combining a front and rear-mounted Force mulcher to achieve a wider effective cutting width, all while making efficient use of existing tractor power.
What is a Dual Force setup?
A Dual Force setup pairs a front-mounted and rear-mounted Trimax Force to give an effective working width of approximately 3.6 to 3.7 metres. This width can be adjusted to suit different row spacings, making the setup suitable across a range of orchard and vineyard applications. Depending on the application, it can be configured with fixed-mount or side-shift models.
Designed for single-pass operation
With a wider cutting width, the Dual Force setup lets operators mulch more of each row in a single pass. Fewer repeat passes can help:
- Reduce tractor operating hours
- Lower fuel consumption
- Decrease labour requirements
- Increase daily productivity
For growers working across large areas, these efficiencies add up fast during busy mowing and pruning seasons.
Wider coverage without a larger tractor
Increasing working width doesn’t have to mean increasing tractor size. By distributing implement weight between the front and rear of the tractor, the Dual Force setup delivers greater coverage while making full use of the existing tractor fleet. That means more productivity without necessarily moving to higher-horsepower equipment.
Protecting the tractor as you mow
With a front-mounted Force processing material before it passes beneath the tractor, pruning debris is mulched before the tractor drives over it. This reduces the amount of material passing under the machine, lowering the risk of debris contacting vulnerable underbody components and causing damage.
Built for orcharrds and vineyards
The Dual Force setup suits a variety of permanent crop applications, including:
- Orchards
- Vineyards
- Table grape op
Its adjustable working width lets operators tailor the setup to different row spacings and operating conditions.
Increase productivity with fewer passes
For operators managing wide row spacings, the Trimax Dual Force setup is a practical way to increase coverage and cut down on repeat passes. By combining two Trimax Force mulchers, operators can achieve single-pass operation across a wider working width while making the most of their existing tractor fleet.
