Alberta Pioneer - 12/11/2018 16:20



Why not make the concave 10” wider, use current layout, move engine to current grain tank, have a separator rotor/cage that goes from left to right behind the original rotor and cage, and grain tank over a large rear steering axle. Basically a tandem rotor, first one does more threshing, second does more separation. Engine where the current grain tank is, less weight on forward axle with larger, heavier heads. Would be louder than current configuration but that can be mitigated. Short conveyor like NH CR’s DSP to move grain from rear rotor forward to accelerator rolls. Large grain tank/hopper on the tail - longer wheelbase on a Gleaner won’t hurt. Might be a bit clumsy with auger on the back, can’t use the current roll-out setup without some good cameras. Maybe vertical auger spilling onto a conveyor? Could do a centered-auger that could swing either way - most grain tanks now are limited by height when folded down because length is a limitation because of engine compartment. With a rear tank that is no longer a concern, center of gravity is now lower, don’t need large toppers 17’ tall.