{"product_id":"vermeer-te485-14-basket-tedder-48-6-ft-tedding-width-hydraulic-height-adjustment-te4972801","title":"Vermeer TE485 14-Basket Tedder – 48.6 ft Tedding Width, Hydraulic Height Adjustment [TE4972801]","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eVermeer TE485 14-Basket Tedder\u003c\/strong\u003e is built for efficient, high-capacity hay conditioning across a tedding width of 48.6 ft (14.8 m). With 14 baskets, hook tines, hydraulic basket tilt and adjustment, and three-position toolless basket-height adjustment, the TE485 helps promote quicker dry down while allowing operators to make important adjustments from the tractor cab. Its wide working span is suited to demanding haymaking operations, while carted transport wheels, highway lighting, large flotation tires, and a drawbar clevis connection support practical movement between fields.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eEfficient Tedding Across a Wide Working Width\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe TE485 provides a 48.6-ft (14.8-m) tedding width for efficient coverage in large-scale hay operations. Each of its 14 baskets is fitted with six tine arms and hook tines, helping distribute crop for drying. Hydraulic basket-angle adjustment can be operated from the tractor cab, allowing the operator to adjust the tedder for changing field and crop conditions without leaving the tractor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAdjustable, Operator-Focused Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStandard hydraulic basket tilt and adjustment provide convenient control during operation. The basket height can also be set through a three-position toolless adjustment, helping simplify setup. A finger-joint coupling system is used at the wing hinges, while the end curtain has manual adjustment as standard and optional hydraulic adjustment available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTransport and Field Practicality\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe TE485 is carted on transport wheels and has a transport width of 9.8 ft (3 m), a transport height of 8.2 ft (2.5 m), and a transport length of 20.5 ft (6.2 m). Large flotation tires support field operation, with 16x6.50-8 outer tires and 16x9.50-8 center tires. Transport tires are 380\/55-17. Standard highway lighting and a standard SMV sign support visibility during transport. A safety chain is available as an option.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e14-basket tedder with a 48.6-ft (14.8-m) tedding width\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHook tines designed to support quick dry-down\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSix tine arms per basket\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHydraulic basket tilt and adjustment from the tractor cab\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThree-position toolless basket-height adjustment\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFinger-joint coupling system at the wing hinges\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEnd curtain with manual adjustment and optional hydraulic adjustment\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLarge flotation tires for field operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCut-out clutch and over-running clutch for torque protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStandard highway lighting and SMV sign\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCarted transport on transport wheels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTractor Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Vermeer TE485 requires a tractor providing at least \u003cstrong\u003e100 hp (74.6 kW) PTO horsepower\u003c\/strong\u003e. The tractor must have a 540-rpm PTO, a drawbar clevis connection, and two double-acting hydraulic circuits. Hydraulic performance requirements are a minimum pressure of 2,000 psi (137.9 bar) and a flow rate of 5 gpm (18.9 L\/min).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTE485\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTedder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNumber of baskets\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTedding width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e48.6 ft (14.8 m)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTransport height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.2 ft (2.5 m)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTransport width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9.8 ft (3 m)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTransport length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20.5 ft (6.2 m)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTotal weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7,430 lb (3,370.2 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTongue weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2,580 lb (1,170.3 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBasket tilt and adjustment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard hydraulic adjustment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBasket height adjustment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3-position toolless adjustment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTine arms per basket\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eType of tine\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHook tine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTire size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16x6.50-8 outer; 16x9.50-8 center\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTransport tire size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e380\/55-17\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTransportation type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarted on transport wheels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDrive PTO\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e540 rpm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHitch\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrawbar clevis connection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePTO horsepower requirement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 hp (74.6 kW)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHydraulic requirements\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 double-acting hydraulic circuits\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMinimum hydraulic pressure\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2,000 psi (137.9 bar)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHydraulic flow rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 gpm (18.9 L\/min)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTorque protection driveline\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCut-out clutch and over-running clutch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHighway lighting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSafety chain\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptional\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Vermeer","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46419709591609,"sku":"TE485005","price":126337.2,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/shop.timberstar.ca\/products\/vermeer-te485-14-basket-tedder-48-6-ft-tedding-width-hydraulic-height-adjustment-te4972801","provider":"Timberstar Tractor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}