Irtec GD61 Turbine Drive Hard Hose Irrigator

Overview

Irtec is a leading manufacturer of high-quality irrigation equipment, and their Hose Reels are designed to provide efficient and reliable solutions for various irrigation needs. The Irtec Hose Reels are engineered to deliver seamless water distribution, making them an ideal choice for both small-scale and large-scale agricultural applications.

The GD61 Turbine Drive Hard Hose Irrigator represents Irtec's commitment to reliability and performance. This Italian-engineered machine combines robust construction with advanced hydraulic technology, making it a choice with eyes closed for dependability. Featuring a turbine drive system flanged directly to a 6-speed gearbox, hot galvanised chassis, and comprehensive standard equipment including hydraulic lifting devices and telescopic feet, the GD61 delivers a hard-to-beat mix of available configurations and proven engineering. Whether irrigating with 90mm or 110mm hose systems, this irrigator provides the versatility and durability demanded by professional agricultural operations.

Key Features & Benefits

Turbine Drive System with Integrated By-Pass: The turbine is flanged directly to the gearbox with built-in by-pass, ensuring smooth power transmission and protection against pressure surges for consistent winding performance.
6-Speed Gearbox with Power Take-Off: Provides precise control over retrieval speeds, allowing operators to match winding speed to field conditions and crop requirements for optimal irrigation uniformity.
Hydraulic Lifting and Positioning: Equipped with hydraulic lifting device for the trolley and telescopic hydraulic feet, enabling easy setup and stable operation on uneven terrain without manual labour.
Professional Raingun Systems: Comes with ROYAL raingun (for 90mm hose) and REFLEX raingun (for larger diameters) complete with comprehensive nozzle sets, providing versatility for different pressure and flow conditions.
Hot Galvanised Chassis and Turret: Superior corrosion protection through hot galvanisation ensures long-term durability even in harsh agricultural environments with chemical exposure and moisture.
Heavy-Duty Wheel Configuration: Fitted with 10.0/75-15.3 10PR 6F wheels designed for excellent traction and minimal soil compaction during field repositioning.
Advanced Reel Protection: Reel coated with epoxy resin and finished with polyurethane paint provides multi-layer protection against UV exposure, chemicals, and mechanical wear.
Precision Monitoring Instruments: Includes glycerine bath pressure gauge, tachometer, and speed equaliser for accurate monitoring and control of irrigation parameters.
Specialised Raingun Trolleys: TL4 trolley with 5 large solid wheels for 90mm hose and TL3 trolley for 110mm hose ensure smooth travel and consistent water delivery across the field.
High-Quality Polyethylene Hose: Made from unadulterated raw material, ensuring flexibility, durability, and resistance to degradation from UV exposure and chemical treatments.
Galvanised Double Water Inlet: Features Bauer Ø 89 connection for 90mm hose systems and Bauer Ø 108 for 110-120mm systems, providing secure, leak-free connections.
Comprehensive Safety Features: Steel safety guards, swaged galvanised and painted, protect operators from moving components whilst maintaining accessibility for maintenance.

Technical Specifications

Manufacturer	Model	Product Type	Drive System	Gearbox	Hose Diameter Range	Hose Length Range	Raingun Options	Wheels	Water Inlet	Chassis Treatment	Country of Manufacture
Irtec	GD61	Turbine Drive Hard Hose Irrigator	Turbine flanged on gearbox with built-in by-pass	6 Speed with power take off	90-110mm (3.54-4.33")	300-480m (984-1575ft)	ROYAL, REFLEX	2 wheels mod. 10.0/75-15.3 10PR 6F	Galvanised double inlet, Bauer Ø 89/108	Hot galvanised chassis and turret	Italy

Available Hose Configurations

Hose Diameter	Hose Length	Raingun	Nozzle Range	End Hose	Performance Data
90mm (3.54")	450m (1476ft)	REFLEX	24/26/28mm	4	90G_D6_1450.pdf
90mm (3.54")	480m (1575ft)	REFLEX	24/26/28mm	2	90G_D6_1480.pdf
110mm (4.33")	300m (984ft)	REFLEX	28/30/32mm	8	110G_D6_1300.pdf
110mm (4.33")	320m (1050ft)	REFLEX	28/30/32mm	9	110G_D6_1320.pdf

Machine Dimensions

GD61 Turbine Drive Hard Hose Irrigator Dimensions

Diagram shows dimension reference points for the GD61 machine configuration.

Dimension Label	Metric (cm)	Imperial (in)
1	340 cm	133.9 in
2	324 cm	127.6 in
3	296 cm	116.5 in
4	270 cm	106.3 in
5	210 cm	82.7 in
6	225 cm	88.6 in
7	246 cm	96.9 in
8	295 cm	116.1 in

Ideal Applications

Large-Scale Row Crop Production: Excellent for irrigating extensive fields of maize, soya beans, cereals, and other row crops where consistent water application and coverage flexibility are essential.
Forage and Pasture Management: Ideal for maintaining productive grasslands and hay fields, with multiple hose length options enabling coverage of varied field sizes and configurations.
Vegetable Production: Suitable for commercial vegetable operations requiring reliable irrigation with adjustable application rates through multiple nozzle size options.
Orchards and Permanent Crops: Effective for supplemental irrigation in fruit tree plantations and vineyards where controlled water delivery is critical for crop quality.
Contract Irrigation Services: The robust construction and multiple configuration options make this unit ideal for professional irrigation contractors serving diverse agricultural clients.
Mixed Farming Operations: Versatile enough to serve varied irrigation needs across different crop types and field sizes within a single farming enterprise.
Challenging Terrain Applications: The hydraulic positioning system and heavy-duty wheels enable operation in undulating fields and less-than-ideal ground conditions.

Standard Equipment

Hydraulic lifting device of trolley	Telescopic hydraulic feet
6 Speed gearbox	Power take off
Turbine flanged on the gearbox with built-in by-pass	Flexible connection pipe
TL4 raingun trolley with 5 large solid wheels for hose Ø 90	TL3 raingun trolley with 5 large solid wheels for hose Ø 110
Raingun . Set of nozzles ROYAL raingun from Ø 16 to Ø 22	Set of nozzles REFLEX raingun from Ø 24 to Ø 32
Pressure gauge (glycerine bath)	Winding handle
Speed equalizer	Tachometer
Safety guards	2 wheels mod. 10.0/75-15.3 10PR 6F
Hot galvanized chassis and turret	Reel coated by epoxy resin and painted with polyurethane paint
Safety guards made of steel, swaged galvanized and painted	Galvanized double water inlet
For hose diam. 90 water inlet Bauer Ø 89	For hose diam. 110 - 120 water inlet Bauer Ø 108
Polyethylene hose made by unadulterated raw material

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Feature Title	Feature	Benefit
Hot Galvanised Chassis and Turret	Features a hot galvanised chassis and turret construction for superior corrosion protection.	Ensures long-lasting durability in harsh outdoor and wet conditions, reducing maintenance costs and extending equipment lifespan.
Dual-layer Reel Protection	Reel is coated with epoxy resin and finished with polyurethane paint for maximum protection.	Provides exceptional resistance to water, chemicals, and UV damage, ensuring reliable operation season after season.
6 Speed Gearbox	Equipped with a 6-speed gearbox for precise control of hose retrieval speed.	Allows operators to optimise retrieval rates for different field conditions and hose lengths, improving irrigation efficiency and reducing wear.
Hydraulic Lifting Device	Incorporates a hydraulic lifting device for the trolley to facilitate easy positioning and operation.	Reduces physical strain on operators and enables quick, effortless adjustment of the trolley position for improved workflow efficiency.
Telescopic Hydraulic Feet	Features telescopic hydraulic feet for stable positioning on uneven terrain.	Ensures secure and level operation on varied field conditions, preventing tipping and enhancing safety during irrigation.
Turbine Drive System	Powered by a turbine flanged on the gearbox with built-in by-pass valve for water-driven operation.	Eliminates the need for external power sources, providing reliable and consistent hose retrieval whilst reducing operational costs.
Large Solid Wheel Trolleys	Includes specialised raingun trolleys with 5 large solid wheels designed for different hose diameters.	Ensures smooth traversing across fields with reduced soil compaction and superior stability for consistent irrigation coverage.
Comprehensive Nozzle Sets	Supplied with complete sets of ROYAL nozzles (Ø 16-22mm) and REFLEX nozzles (Ø 24-32mm) for versatile application.	Provides flexibility to match irrigation intensity to crop requirements and field conditions, optimising water usage and crop yields.
Glycerine-filled Pressure Gauge	Equipped with a glycerine bath pressure gauge for accurate and stable pressure monitoring.	Ensures precise pressure readings even with vibration and pulsation, enabling optimal system performance and preventing equipment damage.
Speed Equaliser System	Includes a speed equaliser to maintain consistent retrieval speed regardless of water pressure variations.	Delivers uniform irrigation application and prevents over-speed situations that could damage the hose or create uneven watering patterns.
Dual Size Water Inlet	Features galvanised double water inlet with Bauer connections for Ø 89mm and Ø 108mm hoses.	Offers excellent compatibility with multiple hose sizes, providing flexibility for different irrigation requirements and easy integration into existing systems.
Premium Polyethylene Hose	Supplied with polyethylene hose manufactured from unadulterated raw material for superior quality.	Ensures excellent flexibility, UV resistance, and longevity without contamination concerns, maintaining water quality for crops.
Comprehensive Safety Guards	Fitted with steel safety guards that are swaged, galvanised, and painted for enhanced protection.	Protects operators from moving parts and mechanical hazards whilst resisting corrosion, ensuring safe operation throughout the equipment's lifetime.
Agricultural Tyres	Mounted on robust 10.0/75-15.3 10PR 6F wheels designed for agricultural applications.	Provides excellent traction and manoeuvrability across soft and uneven terrain whilst minimising soil compaction and field damage.
Integrated Tachometer	Includes a tachometer for real-time monitoring of reel rotation speed.	Allows operators to verify correct retrieval speed and troubleshoot performance issues quickly, ensuring consistent irrigation quality.

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Feature Title

Feature

Benefit

Hot Galvanised Chassis and Turret

Features a hot galvanised chassis and turret construction for superior corrosion protection.

Ensures long-lasting durability in harsh outdoor and wet conditions, reducing maintenance costs and extending equipment lifespan.

Dual-layer Reel Protection

Reel is coated with epoxy resin and finished with polyurethane paint for maximum protection.

Provides exceptional resistance to water, chemicals, and UV damage, ensuring reliable operation season after season.

6 Speed Gearbox

Equipped with a 6-speed gearbox for precise control of hose retrieval speed.

Allows operators to optimise retrieval rates for different field conditions and hose lengths, improving irrigation efficiency and reducing wear.

Hydraulic Lifting Device

Incorporates a hydraulic lifting device for the trolley to facilitate easy positioning and operation.

Reduces physical strain on operators and enables quick, effortless adjustment of the trolley position for improved workflow efficiency.

Telescopic Hydraulic Feet

Features telescopic hydraulic feet for stable positioning on uneven terrain.

Ensures secure and level operation on varied field conditions, preventing tipping and enhancing safety during irrigation.

Turbine Drive System

Eliminates the need for external power sources, providing reliable and consistent hose retrieval whilst reducing operational costs.

Large Solid Wheel Trolleys

Includes specialised raingun trolleys with 5 large solid wheels designed for different hose diameters.

Ensures smooth traversing across fields with reduced soil compaction and superior stability for consistent irrigation coverage.

Comprehensive Nozzle Sets

Supplied with complete sets of ROYAL nozzles (Ø 16-22mm) and REFLEX nozzles (Ø 24-32mm) for versatile application.

Provides flexibility to match irrigation intensity to crop requirements and field conditions, optimising water usage and crop yields.

Glycerine-filled Pressure Gauge

Equipped with a glycerine bath pressure gauge for accurate and stable pressure monitoring.

Ensures precise pressure readings even with vibration and pulsation, enabling optimal system performance and preventing equipment damage.

Speed Equaliser System

Includes a speed equaliser to maintain consistent retrieval speed regardless of water pressure variations.

Delivers uniform irrigation application and prevents over-speed situations that could damage the hose or create uneven watering patterns.

Dual Size Water Inlet

Features galvanised double water inlet with Bauer connections for Ø 89mm and Ø 108mm hoses.

Offers excellent compatibility with multiple hose sizes, providing flexibility for different irrigation requirements and easy integration into existing systems.

Premium Polyethylene Hose

Supplied with polyethylene hose manufactured from unadulterated raw material for superior quality.

Ensures excellent flexibility, UV resistance, and longevity without contamination concerns, maintaining water quality for crops.

Comprehensive Safety Guards

Fitted with steel safety guards that are swaged, galvanised, and painted for enhanced protection.

Protects operators from moving parts and mechanical hazards whilst resisting corrosion, ensuring safe operation throughout the equipment's lifetime.

Agricultural Tyres

Mounted on robust 10.0/75-15.3 10PR 6F wheels designed for agricultural applications.

Provides excellent traction and manoeuvrability across soft and uneven terrain whilst minimising soil compaction and field damage.

Integrated Tachometer

Includes a tachometer for real-time monitoring of reel rotation speed.

Allows operators to verify correct retrieval speed and troubleshoot performance issues quickly, ensuring consistent irrigation quality.