A60 and A65 Compost Turner
Maximum Performance. Minimum Fuel Consumption.
Maximum Homogenization at High Volume.
The BACKHUS® A60 and A65 windrow turners are built around a large-diameter, high-torque, slow-speed drum that reaches the full depth of the windrow on every pass, ensuring thorough homogenization and oxygenation from top to bottom.
The A60 processes up to 6,500 cubic yards per hour and handles windrows up to 20 feet wide and 9 feet tall. The A65 steps that up to 7,200 cubic yards per hour while accommodating windrows up to 21 feet 4 inches wide and 10 feet tall.
That combination of high-capacity output and fuel-efficient operation makes the A60 and A65 a strong fit for large commercial composting facilities and municipal operations with demanding volume requirements.
Product Features
Easy Access
All critical components and functions of the machine are easily accessibly 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.
A60 and A65 Compost Turner Demonstration
Interested in the BACKHUS A60 or A65 Compost Turner? Contact us to arrange an on-site demonstration at your facility, running your material, to see just how good it is!
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