Mixer wagons are increasingly indispensable in professional farms. Today, the solutions developed by manufacturers are so many that, more than once, making a choice becomes really difficult. But how do you understand, for example, what are the advantages and disadvantages of using a horizontal Matrix unifeed wagon rather than a vertical Matrix unifeed wagon? Let's try to do some clarity.
Matrix horizontal unifeed wagon vs vertical wagon
A breeder, not just a novice, now has a duty choose between the different media on the market. Let's start immediately by saying that the choice should always be oriented not only on productive interests, but above all on those who are the animal health parameters.
In addition to this, however, you must also try to make the best choice according to your needs. Many breeders therefore seek advice on the web, in the forums, but the problem, in this case, lies in the fact that it is a also subjective choice.
So let's start from advantages and disadvantages of a horizontal Matrix unifeed wagon and of a vertical one. Making a real comparison between these two very different categories is difficult. There are those who find vertical mixers significantly faster and who, on the other hand, believes that those horizontal are more reliable as regards the type of mixture.
What should be evaluated? The thermometer of the quality of work is given, in this case, by the type of mixture obtained. If this is satisfactory and the residue at each sieve is constant over the overall length of the discharge, then you are in front of a machine that works well, regardless of whether it is horizontal or vertical.
Take a good look at the fibers
Another factor to consider is the cutting of the fibers. If this is regular and clear, we are on the right track. Last but not least, the use of the machine must also be considered
Business organization
Finally, let's consider the company organization. Especially if we consider small-medium livestock farms, the choice may be conditioned by the availability of other machines to load the mixer wagon: the horizontal towed wagon with rear drier is able to autonomously load the silage from trenches, while with the vertical one other machines are needed. to load the unifeed wagon (for example another tractor with front shovel, a telescopic handler or a self-propelled drier in the trench).
final Thoughts
Both the horizontal and vertical Matrix mixer wagons are available trailed, self-propelled and stationary, with multiple configurations and a wide range of sizes (from 4 to 60 cubic meters)! Our experience is at your disposal to configure and choose the machine that best suits your needs!
