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Support Resources
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Caterpillar Tunnel
Assembly Video
Assembly & Instruction Manual (14 ft wide tunnel)
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12.172 MB
Assembly & Instruction Manual (16 ft wide tunnel)
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12.094 MB
Peak Height
Classic
7 feet 8 inches (2.3m)
9 feet with Lift Kit
Classic Pro
9 feet (2.7m)
Lift Kit included
Gothic
9 feet (2.7m)
10 feet 4 inches (3.2m) with Lift Kit
Gothic Pro
10 feet 4 inches (3.2m)
Lift Kit included
Tunnel Width
14 feet wide
Bow Diameter
1 ⅜” outside diameter
Plastic
28-foot wide, 6 mil greenhouse plastic with 4‑year rating
Cross Bracing Height
Classic
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Classic Pro
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Gothic
6 feet 9 inches (2.1m)
8 feet 1 inch (2.5m) with Lift Kit
Gothic Pro
8 feet 1 inch (2.5m)
Lift Kit included
Purlin Type
Classic
1″ flat polypropylene strap
Classic Pro
1 ⅜” diameter 17-gauge galvanized steel pipe
Gothic and Gothic Pro
1 ⅜” diameter 17-gauge galvanized steel pipe
Assembly Times
Classic
2 – 3 hours
Classic Pro
4 – 5 hours
Gothic
3 – 4 hours
Gothic Pro
5 – 7 hours
NRCS specifications
Our tunnels meet the basic 325R National NRCS specifications. Ultimately, you should contact your local NRCS rep and provide our installation manual found here and the attached spec sheet for their review. Also, please see the NRCS guides attached to this article for step by step instructions on how to apply!
NRCS Documents and Guides
- 5 Steps to Assistance — How to get assistance from NRCS for farms, ranches, and forests.
- 16-ft Tunnel Specs Letter — A document with the specifications of our 16-ft tunnels.
- 14-ft Tunnel Specs Letter — A document with the specifications of our 14-ft tunnels.
Delivery
The Caterpillar tunnels are shipped on a 4×8 wooden pallet via motor freight (an 18 wheel tractor trailer). Depending on the order, sometimes multiple tunnels can fit on one pallet.
You will receive a pro number for tracking from Farmers Friend when your shipment is picked up from our facility. It is recommended that you contact the carrier prior to delivery to make arrangements for time and date. There is some flexibility in date and time of delivery, but customers in remote areas should accept delivery at the carriers convenience to avoid excessive delays or extra charges.
Unloading
Prior to moving or unloading, please take pictures of the order. This is in case items are missing or damaged we have a way to verify contents and condition. We recommend conducting an inventory of the shipment with your included packing list as soon as possible after unloading.
As far as unloading, it is the customer’s responsibility. The carrier will not have a forklift to unload. A forklift or tractor with forks is not required, as the shipment can be unloaded by hand with two people. Simply break the bands and remove the packaging. The individuals unloading should be capable of team-lifting 130 pounds. Out of consideration for the carrier, we request you prepare to unload as quickly as possible.
Farmers Friend will not authorize the use of any liftgate services, and they are not included in any shipping charges, nor is it included with free shipping. If the local terminal or driver offers lift gate services, do not accept them for any reason as there will be an additional charge billed to you from Farmers Friend at $150.
Wind Rating
There is no official wind rating on our tunnels. The caterpillar tunnel is designed to be a moveable structure. Therefore, it is inherently not made to withstand high winds.
A tunnels ability to withstand wind is based on at least 6 factors:
- Soil type
- Water Saturation
- Bracing
- Anchoring Selection
- Wind Direction
- Customer Installation
Soft soils have less grip on the anchoring materials, while more compact soils hold better.
Related to soil type is ground saturation. How wet is the soil at the time of said wind event? Saturated soil will be more likely to let go of the anchors.
The standard caterpillar tunnel is stabilized by a nylon purlin strap. Accessories that increase rigidity while maintaining the caterpillar attribute of moveable are: Solid Center Purlin, Wind Bracing, and Spring Wire.
Anchoring options that exist for caterpillar tunnels are rebar, cemented ground posts, and Earth Anchors. Rebar is the most economical industry standard effective in moderate winds. Cemented ground posts eliminates the Caterpillar Tunnel strength of temporary, but provides a rock solid foundation. Earth Anchors are an expensive ground screw option that holds like concrete but is easily removed and reused.
Tunnels have also been reported as having problems with the plastic being blown to one side from broadside winds. Spring wire is a solution to aid in preventing this occurrence.
Customer installation is the final factor. Assuming all instructions are followed and installation is correct, the standard tunnel can withstand light winds and moderate gusts.
With all that said, our standard tunnels have withstood winds up to 50+ miles per hour. In the cases where similar winds have damaged tunnels, the six factors must be analyzed.
The prudent grower would do well to evaluate these six factors in light of their budget, short and long-term farm plan, and specific growing context.
Caterpillar Tunnel Instruction Manual
Instruction Manual
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12.449 MB
CoolBot
Quick Start Guide
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319.077 KB
Instruction Manual
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565.256 KB
Spec Sheet
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849.575 KB
CoolBot Pro with WiFi
Quick Start Guide
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625.79 KB
Instruction Manual
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1.364 MB
Spec Sheet
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200.629 KB
Drip Irrigation
Assembly Video
Assembly & Instruction Manual
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4.129 MB
Light-duty drip tape data sheet
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1.208 MB
Heavy-duty drip tape data sheet
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1.046 MB
Wall Thickness
Light-duty
8‑mil
Heavy-duty
25-mil
Max. Pressure
17.5 psi
41.0 psi
Inner Diameter
0.638 in
0.636 in
Emitter Spacing
12 inches
Flow Rate
0.23 gallons per hour at 10.0 psi
0.42 gallons per hour at 10.0 psi
Field Irrigation
Assembly & Instruction Manual
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4.129 MB
Wobbler Data Sheet
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1.737 MB
Meganet Data Sheet
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1.677 MB
Harvester Instruction Manual
Instruction Manual
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1.73 MB
Overhead Irrigation
Assembly Video
Assembly & Instruction Manual
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4.129 MB
In the Box
50-ft
Filter Assemblies (Optional)
Screen or disc filters
Valve/Pressure Regulator Assemblies (Optional)
Manual or automatic valve with 35 psi pressure regulator
Flow per Sprinkler Line (GPM)
50-ft
4.9 gpm
100-ft
9.8 gpm
Pressure Regulator at 35 psi
- Flow Range: 5 to 17.6 gpm
- Unit Size:3⁄4″
Supply Line Requirements
50-ft
3⁄4″ diameter or greater supply line works best
100-ft
1″ diameter or greater supply line works best
Water Pressure Requirements
At least 30 psi
Automatic Irrigation Controller
- Power supply: 9‑volt battery, included
- Programs:
- Once a day at the same time every day. (Factory preset 15 minutes at 6:00 am)
- Once a day at the same time on selected active days
- Up to three start times per day on selected days
- Extra modes:
- Stop all irrigation activities
- Manually start a program with option to manually or automatically stop active program
- Backup: On-board flash memory to safeguard settings
- Operating Temperature: 32° – 122°F (0° – 50°C)
- Storage Temperature: 14° – 140°F (-10° – 60°C)
Pyroweeder
Assembly Video
Assembly & Instruction Manual
English
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4.731 MB
Español
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4.658 MB
Manifold
30-inch model
5 Burners
Upgradable to 8 Burner
48-inch model
8 Burners
Burner Diameter
2 inches
Burner Angle
90°+ adjustment
Burner Height
50° adjustment
Handle Angle
35° adjustment
Tool Cart Ground Clearance
Adjustable to either 6 ¾” or 10 ¾”
Swap and invert axle assemblies to increase cart height
Track Width
30-inch model
Expandable from 31″ – 38″ inside wheel width
48-inch model
Expandable from 42″ – 54″ inside wheel width
BTU Output
30-inch model
300,000 BTUs at 25 psi
48-inch model
480,000 BTUs at 25 psi
Pyroweeder Flame Blade Accessory
Instruction Manual
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Quick-cut Greens Harvester
Instruction Manual
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1.73 MB
Power Source
Cordless drill (not included)
Cutting Path Width
15″ wide
Shipping Dimensions
20″ × 26″ × 6″
Shipping Weight
10 pounds
Silage Tarp
Cutting Integrity
Cutting the silage tarp will not fray the edges or compromise the integrity. Learn more.
Shipping Size and Weight
24' × 105'
Width: 9 inches
Height: 9 inches
Length: 46 inches
Weight: 61 lbs
32' × 105'
Width: 9 inches
Height: 9 inches
Length: 60 inches
Weight: 83 lbs
40' × 105'
Width: 9 inches
Height: 9 inches
Length: 70 inches
Weight: 99 lbs
50' × 105'
Width: 9 inches
Height: 9 inches
Length: 86 inches
Weight: 124 lbs
Material
100% Low Density Polyethylene (LDPE). It does not contain Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC).
Life Span
365 sunny days on both sides. Learn more.
UV Treatment
Both sides. Learn more.
Thickness
5 mil
Trellising Kit
Trellising Kit Installation Guide
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2.098 MB
Two-Tank Pyroweeder Upgrade
Instruction Manual
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