Chaser bin

– **Design**:
– Setup of a chaser bin: cross auger feeds folding unload auger, which empties into grain hopper trailers.
– Bin sizes: ranged from 12T to 38T, with single axle bins handling max 20T.
– Chassis design: bins above 20T feature walking beam chassis for stability on rough terrain.
– Bin design: smooth curves aid grain unloading and prevent sticking.
– Auger features: cross auger smaller than main unload auger, with cut-offs for feed rate control.

– **Usage**:
– Transport: chaser bins move harvested grain from combine to trucks, allowing continuous operation.
– Tractor usage: traditionally pulled by tractors with high power outputs.
– Geographic popularity: common in the U.S. and Australia, increasing in usage in Europe.
– Self-propelled bins: some models like the Holmer T430 are self-propelled.
– Example model: Grainking 42T – 53000L Grainking Titan II Chaser Bin.

– **Mother Bins**:
– Function: static collection point for convenient storage during harvesting.
– Capacity: modern mother bins have higher capacities than older versions.
– Location: usually placed at the entrance of the paddock being harvested.
– Differentiation: mother bins are not designed for movement like chaser bins.
– Soil compaction: reduce compaction by minimizing road trains on paddocks.

– **See Also**:
– Gravity wagon.

– **External Links**:
– Media: Auger wagons related content on Wikimedia Commons.
– Website: Grainking official site at https://www.grainking.com.au/.

– **References**:
– Source: “Californias Unique Tractor: The Bankout in Virtual 360º Action!” by Matthew (2018-11-04).
– Video: Rice Farming TV.
– Retrieved from: https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Chaser_bin&oldid=1197512590.