Debris removal is a critical part of keeping your turf healthy and beautiful, making a turf vac a vital tool in any turf manager’s toolbox. Luckily, our friends over at Harper Turf Equipment have been changing the game of debris removal by developing top-of-the-line turf vacs with cutting-edge technology designed to make debris removal a breeze.
Let’s take a look at Harper Turf’s lineup of Turf Vacs:
This includes the TV40, TV60RE, and the TV60RHD.
Turf Vac: The Harper Turf TV40:
The TV40 is Harper Turf’s compact turf vacuum and one of the most cost-effective turf vacs on the market. With a 4 cubic yard hopper and plenty of options, the TV40 is Harper Turf’s most popular turf vac.
Designed with the same recirculating air technology as the Harper Hawk and a light towing footprint, the TV40 cleanly and quietly handles the toughest debris.
Available Options:
Swap Rotors: Brush Rotor & Rubber Finger Rotor
Curb Brush
Remote Hose Attachment
Specs
| Safety Features | Minimal dust generated, quiet operation – 90dB (TV40 RE), 96dB (TV40 RH) |
| Blower Drive | (TV40 RE) Double v-belt drive with electric clutch; (TV40 RH) Tractor PTO driven |
| Blower Fan | 25″ diameter abrasion resistant steel with replaceable machined UHMW, poly liner and 1.5″ shaft w/self-aligned bearings supporting both ends |
| Blower Discharge | Access plate for inspection and easy liner replacement |
| Engine | (TV40 RE) 20 HP Kohler gas engine; (TV40 RH) None (PTO powered) 20 HP required |
| Hydraulics | (TV40 RE) Belt driven from engine; (TV40 RH) Tractor PTO driven |
| Hydraulic Oil | Crown AW46; ISO 46 Hydraulic Oil |
| Construction | 11 gauge welded and reinforced steel tubing |
| Bearings | Greasable bearings and sealed bearings |
| Hopper Capacity | 4 cubic yards |
| Wheels/Tires | 4-bolt wheels and (2) 18.5 x 9.5 tires |
| Controls | (TV40 RE) Engine, blower and brush controls on machine; (TV40 RH) Tractor PTO Controls |
| Rotor | 13.5″ dia. x 52″ wide with adjustable gauge wheels |
| Discharge | Mechanical trip-and-latch system from operator’s seat |
| Tongue and Hitch | Adjustable tongue doubles as pick up height controller |
| Paint | Durable 2-part polyurethane |
| Dimensions | 135″ L x 64″ W x 82″ H |
| Weight | (TV40 RE) 1600 lbs.; (TV40 RH) 1,820 lbs. |
| Options | Brush rotor, rubber finger rotor, curb brush and 8″ x 16′ remote hose attachment |
Turf Vac: The Harper Turf TV60RE:
A larger unit, the TV60RE is the perfect unit for picking up grass, leaves, thatch, and trash. With a 23.5 HP engine, this tow-behind unit can be pulled by a tractor or a larger utility vehicle. Harper Turf equipped this unit with a 7 cubic yard hopper that can easily be controlled by a remote control.
The TV60 comes with a wide sweeper head that follows the terrain and maintains continuous coverage across 60 inches.
Available Options:
Swap Rotors: Brush Rotor & Rubber Finger Rotor
Curb Brush
Specs
| Safety Features | Safety latches on all cylinders for service functions, minimal dust generated and quiet operation. Engine automatically returns to idle while dumping. |
| Blower Drive | Dual power-band belt driven with electric clutch |
| Blower Fan | 25″ diameter abrasion resistant steel with replaceable machined UHMW, poly liner and 1.5″ shaft w/self-aligned bearings supporting both ends |
| Blower Discharge | Easy access to blower for liner inspection and replacement |
| Engine | 23.5 HP Kohler gas engine |
| Hydraulics | Belt driven from engine |
| Hydraulic Oil | Crown AW46; ISO 46 Hydraulic Oil |
| Main Frame | 11 gauge welded and reinforced steel tubing |
| Bearings | Greasable bearings and sealed bearings |
| Hopper Capacity | 7 cubic yards |
| Wheels / Tires | 6-bolt wheels and (2) 26×12 turf tires |
| Controls | Wireless remote control from operator seat |
| Rotors | 17″ dia. x 60″ with adjustable skids |
| Discharge | Hydraulic dump with hydraulic power latches |
| Tongue and Hitch | Adjustable height tongue with ball hitch |
| Paint | Durable 2-part polyurethane |
| Dimensions | 164″ L x 85″ W x 85″ H |
| Weight | 2,300 lbs. (1,043 kg) |
| Options | Brush rotor, rubber finger rotor, and curb brush |
Turf Vac: The Harper Turf TV60RHD:
When you’re looking for efficiency, the TV60RHD is the turf vac for you. Designed to be as efficient as possible, the TV60RHD verticuts and vacuums in one pass. This Turf Vac removes litter, grass, and leaves from sports fields, parks, and recreational grounds with ease.
Equipped with a 60-inch swath, recirculating air, and a 7 cubic yard hopper, the TV60RHD cleans more while producing less noise and dust. This quiet performance is ideal for operating at all hours of the day, giving you more operating hours in a day.
This unit also comes with the same remote control functionality as the TV60RE, giving you unprecedented control without leaving the driver’s seat.
Rotor Options
Verti-cut Rotor
Ideal for dense turf to improve growing conditions.
Brush Rotor
Perfectly groomed every time.
Rubber Finger Rotor
Removes debris from fine turf.
Specs
| Safety Features | Safety latches on all cylinders for service functions, minimal dust generated and quiet operation. |
| Blower Drive | Hydraulic motor powered by gear dump |
| Blower Fan | 25″ diameter abrasion resistant steel with replaceable machined UHMW, poly liner and 1.5″ shaft w/self-aligned bearings supporting both ends |
| Blower Discharge | Easy access to blower for liner inspection and replacement |
| Engine | None (PTO powered) 40 HP Required |
| Hydraulics | Tractor PTO driven |
| Hydraulic Oil | Crown AW46; ISO 46 Hydraulic Oil |
| Main Frame | 11 gauge welded and reinforced steel tubing |
| Bearings | Greasable bearings and sealed bearings |
| Hopper Capacity | 7 cubic yards |
| Wheels / Tires | 6-bolt wheels and (2) 26×12 turf tires |
| Controls | Wireless remote control from operator seat |
| Rotors | 12″ dia. x 60″ with adjustable gauge wheels |
| Discharge | Hydraulic dump with hydraulic power latches |
| Tongue and Hitch | Adjustable height tongue with ball hitch |
| Paint | Durable 2-part polyurethane |
| Dimensions | 164″ L x 85″ W x 85″ H |
| Weight | 2,250 lbs. (1,021 kg) |
| Options | Brush rotor, rubber finger rotor, verti-cut with rubber finger rotor, verti-cut with carbide tip blades |
Turf Star Western & Harper Turf Equipment
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