Key Features of the AGI VRX Grain Vac
High Capacity with Low Power Requirements
The AGI VRX is capable of moving up to 6,000 bushels per hour (BPH), requiring only 85 horsepower to operate efficiently. This balance of power and performance ensures fast transfers without needing to take a primary tractor out of the field, reducing wear and fuel consumption. Need even more performance? Consider the new AGI VR12, featuring the same updated design as the VRX with a dual centrifugal fan and numerous operator conveniences over its prior generation equivalent, the AGI 3700.
Advanced Air System
One of the standout features of the VRX is its redesigned air system, which combines three critical components to maximize efficiency: the fan, air throttle, and air lock.
- Fan: The VRX’s fan lasts 20-25% longer than previous models, offering around 80 more working hours per machine.
- Air Throttle: This user-friendly design automatically adjusts the machine's suction based on grain flow, taking the guesswork out of controlling air pressure. You can also manually adjust suction for heavier or lighter grains.
- Air Lock: The spring-loaded air lock ensures that grain exits the system smoothly, speeding up the process without clogging.
For owners of the original 1026 series of REM Grain Vacs and even the prior generation 2700 design, you'll notice a substantial reduction in operating noise with the VRX, ideal for in-town operation and sensitive environments.
Built to Last
The VRX is built to handle heavy workloads. Its augers are chrome-plated and feature 20% thicker flighting, which improves durability. The updated bearing cartridge has been designed and built for hundreds of hours of effortless operation, while a redesign of the drive dogs continues to reduce day-to-day hassle. The auger system has also been designed for minimal grain damage, preserving the quality of your harvest. Additionally, the bottom-mount cleanout door is leak-proof and can be opened without tools for easy maintenance.
User-Friendly Features
The VRX is designed with the operator in mind. A telescoping inlet and floor sweep allow the machine to clean grain within a 49-foot radius, making it versatile for a wide range of environments. Its simple clamp-style outlet design makes it easy to retrofit older style hoses, tubes, and pipe, break tight angles with ball adapters, and reduces overall weight compared to a camlock connector.
Parts and Service: Keeping Your VRX in Top Shape
While the VRX is designed to minimize maintenance needs, regular upkeep is essential for long-term performance. Key wear parts such as the augers, bearings, and hoses may need replacement over time. The VRX’s auger system is particularly robust, with chrome plating to reduce wear and tear from continuous use, but exposure to dirt and rock should be avoided as much as possible.
Experiencing a drop in performance? Inspect your centrifugal fan assembly, augers, drive dogs, screen drum, air throttle, tube seals, and clean out door for excessive wear or air leaks, both of which can substantially affect performance.
At Keast Enterprises, we keep thousands of replacement parts in stock, including hoses, augers, and bearings, with a dedicated service and parts desk to keep you running rain or shine. Need an inspection or overhaul? Give us a call for advice or schedule service at our headquarters in Henderson, Iowa.
Custom Add-Ons and Diesel-Powered VRX Options
Looking for something more unique? We here to help with custom-built diesel-powered VRXs, ideal for operations that require independent power sources, and custom hose and pipe manufacturing for top performance no matter the environment. Need to push grain over long distances? Consider our full line of pump-style grain vacs in hundreds of available configurations.
Conclusion
The AGI VRX Grain Vac is a robust, efficient, and durable machine designed to meet the demands of modern grain handling. With its high capacity, quiet operation, and minimal maintenance requirements in high wear environments, it’s a solid investment for both small farms and large commercial operations. We're here to support your day to day operation with custom add-ons, diesel-powered models, and a comprehensive parts and service department to support your equipment long after purchase. Looking for a more economical model? Ask us about our full line of used equipment; fully overhauled, inspected, and warrantied!
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