Vermeer VR1428 High-Capacity Wheel Rake – 14-Wheel, 22–28 ft Raking Width, Center Splitter [VR1496001]

The Vermeer VR1428 High-Capacity Wheel Rake is a 14-wheel, ground-driven rake designed for efficient hay raking across a wide working area. Its hydraulic flotation, hydraulic suspension at each rake wheel, and one-piece rake arms help support consistent field operation, while the adjustable 22–28 ft (6.7–8.5 m) raking width accommodates different crop conditions and windrow requirements. With a drawbar hitch, 55-inch rake wheels, and a minimum tractor requirement of 40 hp, the VR1428 is suited to operators looking for high-capacity raking performance with practical transport dimensions. The catalogue name references a center splitter, but the manufacturer identifies the center splitter as optional and its inclusion in variant VR1496001 is not verified.

High-Capacity Raking Performance

The Vermeer VR1428 uses 14 ground-driven rake wheels to gather hay across a working width from 22 to 28 ft. Each 55-inch rake wheel has 40 teeth, supporting broad coverage and effective crop movement. The windrow width can be adjusted from 36 to 72 inches, allowing operators to configure the rake for the desired windrow size and downstream baling or collection needs.

Hydraulic flotation and hydraulic suspension on each rake wheel help the machine follow changing field contours. The rake also provides 36 inches of downward and 48 inches of upward toolbar flex capability, helping maintain contact with the field while accommodating uneven ground. The rake wheel wind discs are optional.

Key Features

• 14-wheel high-capacity wheel rake
• 22–28 ft (6.7–8.5 m) adjustable raking width
• 36–72 in (91.4–182.9 cm) adjustable windrow width
• Ground-driven rake design
• Hydraulic flotation
• Hydraulic suspension on each rake wheel
• 55-inch (139.7 cm) rake wheels
• 40 teeth per wheel
• One-piece rake arms
• 36-inch downward and 48-inch upward toolbar flex capability
• Highway lights standard with ASABE S279 7-pin connection
• Drawbar hitch
• Optional rake wheel wind discs
• Center splitter listed by the manufacturer as optional

Adjustable Windrow Formation

The VR1428 provides a windrow width range of 36 to 72 inches (91.4–182.9 cm). This adjustment allows the rake to be configured for different crop volumes and preferred windrow sizes. The 22–28 ft working-width range provides flexibility when managing larger fields or adapting to changing field conditions.

Tractor Requirements

The Vermeer VR1428 requires a tractor with a minimum of 40 hp (29.8 kW). The hydraulic system requirement is 5 gpm (18.9 L/min) at 1,800 psi (124.1 bar). Standard hydraulic requirements are three double-acting circuits. An optional electric/hydraulic control kit allows operation with two double-acting circuits.

The tractor must be equipped with ROPS, a seat belt, and an upright exhaust system. Highway-light connection uses an ASABE S279 7-pin connection.

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