Reel Mixers

Herd-Boss’s Line of Reel Mixers

Reel Mixers, a specialized category of Horizontal Feed Mixers, stand out from auger-style mixers by offering distinct advantages for various applications and needs. This page provides detailed insights to help you determine which model best suits your requirements. Herd-Boss is proud to offer an extensive selection of reel mixers, designed to meet diverse feed processing needs.

Overview

Herd-Boss Reel Mixers are designed to deliver outstanding performance in both dairy and beef rations, accommodating all types of processed feed ingredients. Featuring a gentle mixing action, these mixers efficiently lift and tumble the feed with each rotation. Side augers effectively transfer the feed from front to back, maintaining an even load in the reel and ensuring quick and seamless feed delivery. Available in capacities ranging from 500 to 900 cubic feet, our Reel Mixers can be customized to meet the precise needs of your farming operation.

Herd Boss 6160 Horizontal Feed Reel Mixer Trailer

Standard Features

Herd-Boss Reel Mixers boast a comprehensive suite of standard features, including a direct reel drive system equipped with durable Nylatron® bearings, precisely splined auger drive shafts, heavy-duty 10-bolt hubs, and a convenient drop side for simplified loading, complemented by protective bucket guards. The design incorporates robust bottom augers with 3/4″ flights at the critical convergence zone, supported by either 1/2″ or 3/4” tubing to ensure longevity. The mixer’s drive mechanism is engineered for reliability, featuring maintenance-free idlers, the robust Diamond® roller chain, an oil bath enclosure for continuous lubrication, and shear bolt protection for operational safety. All these features are mounted on a meticulously designed trailer, capable of transporting loads up to 30 lbs per cubic foot, ensuring our Reel Mixers are not only efficient but durable for the long haul.

Reel Mixer Models

Herd Boss 6150 Horizontal Feed Reel Mixer Truck

6150 Reel Mixer

The Herd-Boss 6150 Reel Mixer, offering a 500 cubic feet mixing capacity and a 15,000 lbs payload capacity, is tailored for those seeking efficiency. Available in both truck mount and trailer configurations, it’s a flexible solution for high-quality mixing needs.

Herd Boss 6160 Horizontal Feed Reel Mixer Truck

6160 Reel Mixer

Featuring a 600 cubic feet mixing capacity and an 18,000 lbs payload, the Herd-Boss 6160 Reel Mixer is available in both truck mount and trailer configurations. This model meets the demands of operations looking for a blend of capacity and reliability.

Herd Boss 6175 Horizontal Feed Reel Mixer Truck

6175 Reel Mixer

With a 750 cubic feet mixing capacity and a 22,500 lbs payload, the Herd-Boss 6175 Reel Mixer caters to larger-scale operations. Designed for high capacity and dependable performance, it’s available in both truck mount and trailer configurations.

Herd Boss 6190 Horizontal Feed Reel Mixer Truck

6190 Reel Mixer

The Herd-Boss 6190 is our premier Reel Mixer, boasting a 900 cubic feet mixing capacity and a 27,000 lbs payload, and is exclusively available in a truck-mounted configuration. It’s the ultimate choice for operations that require the utmost in volume and efficiency.

Truck Model Comparison

THE SPECS 6150 Truck 6160 Truck 6175 Truck 6190 Truck
Capacity Top of Steel 500 ft3 14.9 m3 600 ft3 17 m3 750 ft3 21.2 m3 900 ft3 25.5 m3
Overall Length 206 in. 5.2m 236 in. 6 m 255 in. 6.5 m 257 in. 6.5 m
Weight Empty 13400 lb 6078 kg 17600 lb 7983 kg 22500 lb 10206 kg 23500 lb 10659 kg
Mixing Chamber Length 168 in 4.3 m 198 in 5 m 210 in 5.5 m 216 in 5.5 m
Front Discharge to Bumper 172 in 4.4 m 208 in 5.3 m 209 in 531 cm 209 in 531 cm
Overall Height 119 in 3 m 119 in 3 m 124 in 3.1 m 130 in 3.4 m
Overall Width Mixer Only 102 in 2.6 m 102 in 2.6 m 107 in 2.7 m 115 in 2.9 m
Maximum Net Load 15000 lb 6804 kg 18000 lb 8165 kg 22500 lbs 10206 kg 27000 lb 12247 kg
Flighting Diameter Lower Auger 24 in 61 cm 24 in 61 cm 24 in 61 cm 26 in 66 cm
Flighting Diameter Upper Auger 22 in 56 cm 22 in. 56 cm 24 in 61 cm 26 in 66 cm

Trailer Model Comparison

THE SPECS 6150 Trailer 6160 Trailer 6175 Trailer
Capacity Top of Steel 500 ft3 14.2 m3 600 ft3 17 m3 750 ft3 21.2 m3
Overall Length 250 in. 6.4m 280 in. 7.1 m3 290 in. 7.4 m3
Weight Empty 16000 lb 7257 kg 18500 lb 8391 kg 24950 lb 11317 kg
Mixing Chamber Length 168 in 4.6 m 198 in 5.4 m 210 in 5.5 m
Front Discharge to Bumper 186 in 4.7 m3 216 in 5.5 225 in 5.3
Overall Height 111 in 2.8 m 108 in 2.7 m 120 in 3 m
Overall Width Mixer Only 102 in 2.6 m 102 in 2.6 m 107 in 2.7 m
Maximum Net Load 15000 lb 6804 kg 18000 lb 8165 kg 22500 lbs 10206 kg
Flighting Diameter Lower Auger 28 in 72 cm 28 in 72 cm 24 in 61 cm
Flighting Diameter Upper Auger 22 in. 56 cm 22 in. 56 cm 24 in 61 cm

Advantages

Reel mixers utilize a horizontal rotating reel with paddles or blades attached to it. The reel rotates within the mixing chamber, lifting and tumbling the ingredients for thorough blending.

Reel mixers provide gentle mixing action, suitable for delicate ingredients such as pre processed hay and forage.

They excel at handling fibrous materials due to their tumbling motion, ensuring even distribution.

Reel mixers often require less power compared to auger mixers, resulting in lower operational costs.

Best Suited Applications

Horizontal mixers are commonly used in dairy operations for blending high-forage rations.

They excel in mixing delicate ingredients such as hay, ensuring minimal damage during the mixing process.

Reel mixers are suitable for smaller-scale farms due to their lower power requirements and gentle mixing action.

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