Vermeer R2300 Twin Rake – 18–23 ft Raking Width, Electric/Hydraulic [R23340801]

The Vermeer R2300 Twin Rake, product reference R23340801, is a hydraulically driven twin-basket hay rake designed for efficient windrow formation across an adjustable 18–23 ft (5.5–7.0 m) raking width. Its hydraulic controls allow adjustment of both raking width and windrow width, helping operators adapt the machine to crop conditions, field requirements, and baling preferences. With six-bar baskets, 120 tines per basket, rubber-mounted rake teeth, and a drawbar hitch, the R2300 is built for dependable haymaking performance. The electric/hydraulic designation identifies availability of an optional electric/hydraulic valve kit in the manufacturer-family documentation, while the rake drive itself is hydraulic.

Efficient Twin-Basket Hay Raking

The R2300 combines two hydraulically driven baskets to gather and organize hay into consistent windrows. The raking width can be adjusted from 18 to 23 ft, while the windrow width can be set from 36 to 72 in. This range provides flexibility when preparing hay for subsequent collection or baling operations.

Hydraulically adjustable settings enable changes from the tractor, reducing the need for manual adjustments during field work. The six-bar basket design uses 120 tines per basket, and the rubber-mounted rake teeth are intended to support effective hay gathering while helping accommodate normal field operation.

Key Features

• 18–23 ft (5.5–7.0 m) adjustable raking width
• 36–72 in (91.4–182.9 cm) adjustable windrow width
• Hydraulically driven baskets
• Hydraulically adjustable raking and windrow widths
• Twin-basket hay rake configuration
• Six bars per basket
• 120 tines per basket
• Rubber-mounted rake teeth
• Optional powered center splitter
• Optional basket speed control
• Optional highway lights
• Optional electric/hydraulic valve kit
• Drawbar hitch

Transport and Operating Dimensions

For transport, the Vermeer R2300 measures 8.4 ft (2.6 m) wide, 21.8 ft (6.6 m) long, and 5.9 ft (1.8 m) high. The total weight is 3,220 lb (1,460.6 kg), with a listed tongue weight of 1,400 lb (635 kg). Transport tires are specified as ST205/75D15. Verify transport arrangements, towing capacity, and local road requirements before moving the rake between fields or on public roads.

Tractor Requirements

The R2300 requires a tractor with a minimum of 35 hp (26.1 kW), a 12 VDC electrical system, and two double-acting hydraulic remotes. The hydraulic system must provide at least 8 gpm (30.3 L/min) of flow at 1,800 psi (124.1 bar). The rake connects using a drawbar hitch. Optional highway lights require the specified electrical system, and an optional electric/hydraulic valve kit is available according to the manufacturer-family documentation.

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