New hitch converts semi for planter, implement transport

Bestway introduces the Retriever Transport Hitch that mounts on a semi to transport heavy planters and other implements long distances.

Photo: Bestway

The new Retriever Transport Hitch from Bestway easily mounts on a semi tractor to tow large equipment like planters and grain carts across long distances. A semi often is more practical to transport large equipment many miles than a tractor.

The new hitch mounts on the fifth wheel and frame of a tandem axle semi tractor in five minutes, according to Bestway. The hitch has its own hydraulic system that attaches to the planter or other equipment with a 2-pt. Quick-Attach hitch system. An operator uses a remote control to hydraulically raise the equipment to transport height. The lift is then locked for towing.

The 2-pt. hitch design allows changing from a Cat. 3 to a Cat. 2 system for towing mower conditioners in less than a minute. A removable, heavy-duty drawbar with 12,000-lb. tongue weight capacity is included to handle drawbar-type implements and planters. A built-in hydraulic remote valve allows the folding and unfolding of implements as well.

Price: $7,595. Call Bestway Inc. at 877/390-4480, or visit www.bestway-inc.com.  

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Farming in Illinois (not verified)
on Oct 12, 2011

We recently bought one of these units for our farming operation and I have to tell you it works fantastic!

No more trying to move equipment with our 1-ton or needing to hook to a drop deck trailer. This does it all.

There are a few areas that could use some improvement but overall it does everything we need. Quick on/off, built heavy, and priced right for the job it does.

Thanks Farm Industry News for informing us on this product. We will be reviewing next years new products for sure.

Farming in Illinois!

felipealonso
on Apr 27, 2012

This would like benefit all drivers when they are transporting goods using custom parts for truck. It will be easy with this kind of system compared to conventional truck hitches.

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