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Turfco Mete-R-Matic Self-Propelled Topdresser

Turfco Mete-R-Matic Self-Propelled Topdresser

The self-propelled Mete-R-Matic Topdresser allows you to reduce your footprint on turf and easily maneuver around tight greens, lawns, tennis courts and smaller green areas. The patented Chevron belt guarantees a uniform application of all types of materials regardless of moisture content. Ever since Turfco developed the first top dresser in 1961, we've been the industry leader, setting the standard for uniform applications and easy to use designs.

 

OVERVIEW

For years the Turfco® name has been synonymous with topdressing. Turfco developed the first topdresser in 1961, and has been the leader ever since. Mete-R-Matic®, the best-know brand in topdressing sets the standard for uniform application of topdressing, with simple, easy-to-use design.

Easy to maneuver, the self-propelled Mete-R-Matic Topdresser lets you access smaller turf areas and tighter greens. Its light footprint is perfectly suited for new or refurbished greens, reducing traffic without the need of utility vehicles. Its equipped with Turfco's patented continuous Chevron® belt, ensuring uniform application of wet and dry materials, from compost and topsoil to crumb rubbers.

The patented drive system drive system ensures the belt and brush speed matches your forward-speed guaranteeing a consistent application. The control panel gives the operator fingertip control. All designed to offer the most precise spread available.

 

KEY FEATURES

  • Operator controls allow fingertip access to forward, reverse, brakes and throttle.

  • Lightweight reduces traffic on new greens.

  • Powered brush and patented Chevron belt eliminate “bridging” problems common in gravity-fed spreaders.

  • Applies all types of material such as compost, sand, peat and crumb rubber, regardless of moisture content.
  • Mete-R-Matic® technology maintains a consistent application rate regardless of ground speed.

  • 3 Year warranty

 

EASY TO OPERATE

Convenient fingertip controls allow quick adjustments to get the best results for all areas. Simple to use, easy to learn, your crew will get great results with ease. Self-propelled, it maneuvers where you need it to go so you can spread what you want to where you need to.

 

 

CONSISTENT SPREAD, WET OR DRY

Turfco Mete-R-Matic topdressers, featuring a patented Chevron belt, are the first and only to ensure uniform application of all types of materials and varying levels of moisture content, including wet sand. You can consistently apply a wide variety of topdressing mixtures such as sand, organic and inorganic compost, peat and humus, rye grass, as well as crumb rubbers, gypsum, lime and calcine clays.

 

PRECISE AND CONSISTENT

The patented drive system drive system ensures the belt and brush speed matches your forward-speed guaranteeing a consistent application, offering the most precise spread available.

 

 

 

Centaur Asia Pacific is the distributor for Turfco range of products in Hong Kong, Macau, and Singapore.

Updated on: 22 February 2021

SPECIFICATIONS

Model 85417
Engine 5.5 HP (4.04 kW) Honda engine with recoil start
Drive V-belt from engine, roller chain and gear drive to conveyor, traction and brush
Hopper Capacity 11.5 ft3 (0.33 m3), filled level at top of hopper, galvanized panels
Hopper Size Top: 34-1/2" x 39-1/2" (0.87 m x 1.00 m) Bottom: 34-1/2" x 21-1/2" (0.87 m x 0.55 m) Depth: 19-1/2" (0.50 m)
Spreading Width 31-1/2" (0.8 m)
Topdressing Speed Up to 2.5 MPH (4 km/h)
Transport Speed Up to 2.5 MPH (4 km/h)
Conveyor Belt 34"-wide (0.86 m) composition belt with Chevron surface and heavy-duty polyester cord
Metering Gate Fine adjustment to maximum 3" (76 mm) opening
Brush 9" (228 mm) diameter, polypropylene bristle
Controls Throttle, traction, reverse, brake, engine on/off switch, conveyor drive and metering gate controls; all within easy reach of operator
Clutch Dual, V-belt idler clutches for conveyor and traction
Wheels & Tires Five, 13" x 6.50" x 6" rib thread turf tires
Empty Weight 650 lb (295 kg)
Warranty 3 Years