
Caterpillar Tunnel
Assembly & Instruction Manual
14-ft wide
10.076 MB
16-ft wide
10.063 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-ft
14 feet wide
16-ft
16 feet wide
Bow Diameter
1 ⅜” outside diameter
Plastic
28-foot wide, 6 mil greenhouse plastic with 4‑year rating
Cross Bracing Height
Classic
-
Classic Pro
-
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 at the top of this page and the spec sheet(s) attached to our knowledge base article, “Do your tunnels meet NRCS specifications?” for their review. Also, check out the NRCS guide below 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.