A38 Compost Turner

The Ideal Entry Level Turner.

Step Up to Cabin Comfort and Larger-Scale Output.

Ready to move beyond a loader attachment? The BACKHUS® A38 is engineered for professional composters looking to scale up without a significant capital investment. Purpose-built for serious composting work, the A38 brings cabin comfort, fuel efficiency, and reliable performance to operations that have outgrown entry-level equipment.

The A38 features a panoramic operator cabin and handles windrows up to 12 feet wide and 6 feet tall with ease. Its efficient design requires less horsepower than comparable machines, translating to meaningful fuel savings over time. Controls are straightforward and intuitive, keeping training time low and productivity high.

Built with the same engineering standards as the broader BACKHUS lineup, the A38 is a capable, cost-effective path into larger-scale composting.

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Product Features

Easy Access

All critical components and functions of the machine are easily accessible for routine maintenance and service.

INTUITIVE CONTROLS

Control operating speed and steering with one hand, and access critical functions via “top hat” push buttons on the intuitive joystick control.

PANORAMIC CABIN

The panoramic cabin and rearview camera provide clear visibility of the turning environment.

EFFICIENT ENGINE

BACKHUS makes the most efficient turners in the industry, and the standard diesel engine with turbocharger allows for maximum power.

HYDRAULIC TAILGATE

This operator-controlled feature manipulates the throwing of material and allows for the shaping of windrows or help with mixing.

POWERFUL DRIVETRAIN

The robust hydraulics system ensures the drum and drive handle the toughest material environments.

TRACK CLEARERS/PLOWS

Operating independently of the frame and drum position, the clearers are very easily controlled to provide toe-to-toe windrow placement. The one-touch ‘float’ feature maintains constant contact with the pad.

ARMORED DRUM TOOLS

The drum tools are coated with an abrasion-resistant material for maximum tool life.