Berthoud Boxer

Purpose and Class

The Berthoud Boxer is a specialized mounted sprayer designed for intensive application in vegetable farming and orchards, as well as for work in fields with complex geometry. The unit belongs to the category of professional equipment where precision, maneuverability, and the ability to safely process tall-stalk crops are critical factors. The structural layout allows the Boxer to be operated with low to medium-power tractors, making it an optimal solution for farms that require efficiency with limited resource availability.

Design Features and Tank

The primary load-bearing element is a high-strength frame with an anti-corrosion coating resistant to aggressive chemicals. The capacity of the polyethylene tank ranges from 600 to 1200 liters, allowing the user to select the optimal balance between weight and operating autonomy. The reservoir is shaped to ensure a low center of gravity, preventing the unit from swaying while moving over rough terrain. Additionally, a clean water rinse tank, equal to 10% of the main capacity, is included for system flushing and operator hygiene.

Pump System and Hydraulics

The sprayer is equipped with Berthoud Gamma or Volux series piston-membrane pumps, which are highly maintainable and capable of handling viscous working solutions. The system ensures stable circuit pressure even when PTO speeds vary. The hydraulic layout is designed to minimize line lengths, reducing latency during section engagement and disengagement, thereby ensuring precise application without overlapping on headlands.

Booms and Distribution System

A key advantage of this model is the specialized AXIAL series booms or similar, adapted for operation in narrow rows. The boom suspension ensures a stable horizontal position even when working on slopes. Standard equipment includes multi-position nozzle holders that allow the operator to quickly change the spray type based on weather conditions and the specific product being applied. The folding mechanism is protected against mechanical damage in case of accidental contact with obstacles.

Agricultural Applications

The Berthoud Boxer is ideal for applying herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides in potato, sugar beet, vegetable, and orchard plantations. Thanks to the availability of optional equipment, such as working width adjustment systems, the unit effectively manages crop protection during active growth stages. Compact dimensions in the transport position allow for safe travel on public roads and maneuvering between rows without damaging root systems or the canopy of the crops.

Maintenance and Reliability

Ease of access to all control nodes is a hallmark of the Boxer's engineering. Fine filters are located in easily accessible areas, reducing daily maintenance time. The materials used in valves and seals are designed for prolonged contact with various chemical groups of pesticides. Berthoud's high reliability standards are confirmed by years of operation in European farms, minimizing downtime during critical periods of the growing season.

Target Audience

This model is a reliable tool for farmers specializing in small-scale production or growing high-margin crops on limited land. The equipment provides a level of automation comparable to larger self-propelled machines, but with significantly lower capital investment. The Boxer is a choice for professionals committed to precision agriculture and the rational use of expensive crop protection products.