{"product_id":"vermeer-vrc820-carted-wheel-rake-8-wheel-17-2-20-1-ft-raking-width-vrc105301","title":"Vermeer VRC820 Carted Wheel Rake – 8-Wheel, 17.2–20.1 ft Raking Width [VRC105301]","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eVermeer VRC820 Carted Wheel Rake\u003c\/strong\u003e is an 8-wheel hay rake designed for efficient, adjustable windrow formation across a range of field conditions. Its raking width adjusts from \u003cstrong\u003e17.2 to 20.1 ft (5.2 to 6.1 m)\u003c\/strong\u003e, while tool-free adjustments allow operators to set both raking and windrow width without specialist tools. Built with a durable one-piece steel frame, fully welded tongue and frame, and patented rubber torsion suspension, the VRC820 is suited to haymaking operations requiring dependable field performance, flexible windrow placement, and straightforward transport between fields.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eEfficient, Adjustable Hay Raking\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe VRC820 uses eight 55-inch rake wheels, each fitted with 40 teeth, to gather crop into windrows. The windrow width can be adjusted from \u003cstrong\u003e32 to 94 in (81.3 to 238.8 cm)\u003c\/strong\u003e, helping operators set the crop arrangement to suit baling and field conditions. Its high-clearance frame is designed to support practical operation in the field, while rubber torsion suspension on the toolbar provides flotation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFlexible Operation and Adjustment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSingle-sided raking is standard, with the ability to rake to either the left or right side. Tool-free raking-width, windrow-width, and hitch-height adjustments simplify setup and allow changes to be made without carrying additional adjustment tools. An improved hydraulic system synchronizes toolbar lifting and lowering, and automatic toolbar locking holds the toolbar in various positions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e8-wheel carted wheel rake configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAdjustable raking width from 17.2 to 20.1 ft (5.2 to 6.1 m)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAdjustable windrow width from 32 to 94 in (81.3 to 238.8 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDurable one-piece steel frame construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFully welded tongue and frame\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePatented rubber torsion suspension on the toolbar\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHigh-clearance frame\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTool-free raking-width and windrow-width adjustments\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTool-free hitch-height adjustment\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSingle-sided raking with left- or right-side capability\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eImproved hydraulic system for synchronized toolbar lifting and lowering\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAutomatic toolbar locking in various positions\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOptional dual-wheel center splitter\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOptional rake-wheel wind discs\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOptional highway lights\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOptional safety chain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVermeer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVRC820\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eProduct type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarted wheel rake\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHitch\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrawbar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNumber of rake wheels\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRaking width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17.2–20.1 ft (5.2–6.1 m)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWindrow width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32–94 in (81.3–238.8 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRake wheel diameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e55 in (139.7 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTeeth per wheel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTooth diameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.3 in (0.8 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlotation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRubber torsion on toolbar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSingle-side raking\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard; left- or right-side capable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTransport width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 ft (3 m)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTransport length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 ft (6.1 m)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTransport height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9.4 ft (2.9 m)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTotal weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2,200 lb (997.9 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTongue weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e480 lb (217.7 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTransport tire size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eST205\/75D15\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTractor Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Vermeer VRC820 requires a tractor with a minimum of \u003cstrong\u003e30 hp (22.4 kW) PTO power\u003c\/strong\u003e. Hydraulic operation requires one double-acting hydraulic circuit with \u003cstrong\u003e1,500 psi (103.4 bar)\u003c\/strong\u003e hydraulic pressure and \u003cstrong\u003e6 gpm (22.7 L\/min)\u003c\/strong\u003e hydraulic flow. The tractor must also have ROPS, a seat belt, and an upright exhaust system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Identification\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eProduct code\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVRC820001\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eManufacturer model\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVRC820\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCatalogue reference\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVRC105301\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Vermeer","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46419715162169,"sku":"VRC820001","price":13675.2,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/shop.timberstar.ca\/products\/vermeer-vrc820-carted-wheel-rake-8-wheel-17-2-20-1-ft-raking-width-vrc105301","provider":"Timberstar Tractor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}