The HM-1000-Harv hydroseeder is designed for robust performance in hydroseeding applications, featuring mechanical (paddle) agitation and a range of capabilities suited for various types of hydroseeding materials.
Key Features
Poly Tank: Long-life poly tank eliminates rust and facilitates quick and easy cleanup, suitable for various hydroseeding materials.
Aggressive Paddles: Capable of mixing heavy slurries, including challenging materials like Bonded Fiber Matrix products (BFM’s), Flexterra, 100% wood mulches, and alternate daily covers.
Gear Pump: Hydraulically driven Bowie positive displacement gear pump allows efficient pumping through 300 feet or more of hose.
Flush Tank: Includes a 50-gallon flush tank for quick cleanup at the end of operations, helping to maintain equipment longevity.
Self-Unplugging Feature: The HARV can self-unplug most suction line clogs, ensuring uninterrupted operation.
Versatile Application: Ideal for residential and commercial seeding, roadside work, erosion control, and applications requiring use of difficult hydroseeding materials.
Spraying Equipment: Comes equipped with a gun and three nozzles (wide hydro seeding nozzle, straight distance nozzle, and trim nozzle) for different spraying needs.
Dimensions: Physical dimensions of 88″W x 150″L x 125″H provide stability and efficiency during operation.
Detailed Specifications
Feature
HM-1000-HARV (Skid Type)
HM-1000-HARV-P (W/ Trailer)
Tank Capacity
1000 Gallons
1000 Gallons
Engine
27 HP Kohler Command Pro (Electric Start)
27 HP Kohler Command Pro (Electric Start)
Pump
Bowie Positive Displacement Gear Pump
Bowie Positive Displacement Gear Pump
Agitation System
Hydraulically driven paddle agitation
Hydraulically driven paddle agitation
Coverage per Load
13,000 sq. ft.
13,000 sq. ft.
Hose Length
100 ft (1.5")
100 ft (1.5")
Spray Distance
60′ (straight nozzle), 90′ (platform gun)
60′ (straight nozzle), 90′ (platform gun)
Empty Weight
2,950 lbs
~3,300 lbs (estimated with trailer)
Loaded Weight
11,000 lbs
~11,400 lbs (estimated with trailer)
Skid Size
88″ x 150″
N/A
Overall Size
88″ x 150″ x 125″
Trailer-mounted, size varies
Mounting Type
Skid Mounted (requires truck/trailer for transport)
Pre-mounted on trailer for easy towing
Mobility
Requires separate transport setup
Built-in trailer for direct mobility
Material Handling
Paper mulch, wood mulch, blends, BFM’s, Flexterra, ADC’s
Paper mulch, wood mulch, blends, BFM’s, Flexterra, ADC’s
Material Cost Breakdown
50-Gallon Hydroseeder
Mulch: 0.5 bales at $11.95 per bale = $5.98
Seed: 5 pounds at $2.05 per pound = $10.25
Fertilizer: 1.33 pounds at $2.19 per pound = $2.91
Tackifier: 0.67 oz at $1.00 per oz = $0.67
Total Material Cost for the Load: $19.81
Coverage: Approximately 667 sq. ft.
Cost per Sq. Ft.: 2.97 cents per sq. ft.
10,000 Sq. Ft. Residential Job
At 10 cents per sq. ft.: Charge = $1,000.00; Material Cost = $297.00; Profit = $703.00.
At 15 cents per sq. ft.: Charge = $1,500.00; Material Cost = $297.00; Profit = $1,203.00.
100-Gallon Hydroseeder
Mulch: 1 bale at $11.95 per bale = $11.95
Seed: 10 pounds at $2.05 per pound = $20.50
Fertilizer: 2.67 pounds at $2.19 per pound = $5.85
Tackifier: 1.33 oz at $1.00 per oz = $1.33
Total Material Cost for the Load: $39.63
Coverage: Approximately 1,333 sq. ft.
Cost per Sq. Ft.: 2.97 cents per sq. ft.
10,000 Sq. Ft. Residential Job
At 10 cents per sq. ft.: Charge = $1,000.00; Material Cost = $297.00; Profit = $703.00.
At 15 cents per sq. ft.: Charge = $1,500.00; Material Cost = $297.00; Profit = $1,203.00.
150-Gallon Hydroseeder
Mulch: 1.5 bales at $11.95 per bale = $17.93
Seed: 15 pounds at $2.05 per pound = $30.75
Fertilizer: 4 pounds at $2.19 per pound = $8.76
Tackifier: 2 oz at $1.00 per oz = $2.00
Total Material Cost for the Load: $59.44
Coverage: Approximately 2,000 sq. ft.
Cost per Sq. Ft.: 2.97 cents per sq. ft.
10,000 Sq. Ft. Residential Job
At 10 cents per sq. ft.: Charge = $1,000.00; Material Cost = $297.00; Profit = $703.00.
At 15 cents per sq. ft.: Charge = $1,500.00; Material Cost = $297.00; Profit = $1,203.00.
500-Gallon Hydroseeder
Mulch: 5 bales at $11.95 per bale = $59.75
Seed: 50 pounds at $2.05 per pound = $102.50
Fertilizer: 13 pounds at $2.19 per pound = $28.47
Tackifier: 6.67 oz at $1.00 per oz = $6.67
Total Material Cost for the Load: $197.39
Coverage: Assuming linear scaling, a 500-gallon unit covers approximately 6,667 sq. ft.
Cost per Sq. Ft.: 2.96 cents per sq. ft.
10,000 Sq. Ft. Residential Job
At 10 cents per sq. ft.: Charge = $1,000.00; Material Cost = $296.70; Profit = $703.30.
At 15 cents per sq. ft.: Charge = $1,500.00; Material Cost = $296.70; Profit = $1,203.30.
750-Gallon Hydroseeder
Mulch: 7.5 bales at $11.95 per bale = $89.63
Seed: 75 pounds at $2.05 per pound = $153.75
Fertilizer: 20 pounds at $2.19 per pound = $43.80
Tackifier: 10 oz at $1.00 per oz = $10.00
Total Material Cost for the Load: $297.18
Coverage: Approximately 10,000 sq. ft.
Cost per Sq. Ft.: 2.97 cents per sq. ft.
10,000 Sq. Ft. Residential Job
At 10 cents per sq. ft.: Charge = $1,000.00; Material Cost = $297.18; Profit = $702.82.
At 15 cents per sq. ft.: Charge = $1,500.00; Material Cost = $297.18; Profit = $1,202.82.
1000-Gallon Hydroseeder
Mulch: 10 bales at $11.95 per bale = $119.50
Seed: 100 pounds at $2.05 per pound = $205.00
Fertilizer: 26.67 pounds at $2.19 per pound = $58.43
Tackifier: 13.33 oz at $1.00 per oz = $13.33
Total Material Cost for the Load: $396.26
Coverage: Approximately 13,333 sq. ft.
Cost per Sq. Ft.: 2.97 cents per sq. ft.
10,000 Sq. Ft. Residential Job
At 10 cents per sq. ft.: Charge = $1,000.00; Material Cost = $297.00 (rounded); Profit = $703.00.
At 15 cents per sq. ft.: Charge = $1,500.00; Material Cost = $297.00; Profit = $1,203.00.
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Customer Reviews
Overall rating: 4.7 / 5 from 107 reviews.
I've started using the mulcher I on several parcels of land 10 acres . I have grind down a couple of 14 inch stumps. Caution the mount bracket behind the mulcher motor exhaust gets extremely hot even with gloves on . But the unit so far seems to works very good it's well put together.
The Firminator G3 is s heavy duty quality machine. The discs worked extremely well and planting and culti-packing is very smooth and easy. Working with Dillon at Ripping It Outdoors was a very good experience and seamless transaction.
The week before leaving for my mule deer hunt in Wyoming, I seeded the area surrounding the new runway at Wertheimer Airport in Norman.
This past Tuesday, I returned to finish the job and was pleased to see that the seed I planted just two weeks earlier was already germinating and coming up nicely.
These pictures show the freshly seeded areas alongside those planted two weeks ago. It’s a great comparison and a good example of what proper seedbed preparation and planting can accomplish.
I used my Ferminator G-3, which is one impressive piece of equipment. It prepares the seedbed, plants the seed, smooths the soil, and firms everything up for good seed-to-soil contact—all in one efficient operation.
I’ve owned and operated several no-till drills over the years, but I can say without hesitation that the Ferminator is the most efficient and versatile seeding machine I’ve ever owned.
There’s something pretty satisfying about returning to a job and seeing those first green shoots coming through the ground. That’s when you know your hard work is paying off!
Just got my Buffalo Turbine! Love it. Took a little bit to get used to getting the right angle for the nozzle, but not a problem. Side note, works much better if the frame is level as much as possible.
Love it!
Gary Haddock
Seems to be in order delivery wasn't able to use lift gate but tractor was able to take pallet off the truck bed. No damage to machine after visual check. won't know how it runs until rain stops.
Staff at RippingitOutdoors was very quick to call and double check the type of backet needed for the unit to ensure the online order matched( to fit my skid steer quick attachment on my l2501 Kubota). Explained the teeth & belt could be ordered through them directly over the phone when/if needed as well as selling other types of custom made brackets for Utv's ect. All around Great customer service and would purchase from again.
After spending way to much money for forest mulching services I discovered this wonderful machine. It's not a giant powerhouse forest mulcher, but it does everything a property owner needs to maintain a forested property. I wish I would have found it sooner.
The Firminator is well built and functions well. I am having some trouble while planting mixed size seeds. Next time out I’ll try setting it so only the smaller seeds drop out the open it up for the larger seeds.
easy buying process and great communication. Mulcher works great, easily clears overgrown brush and even mulched a 5" thick mulberry tree fairly easily. running it off of my old 331 bobcat with no problem powering the drum at all. Only small issue which isn't a big deal is that the supplied hoses are about 16" too short to operate a full range of motion.
Over all built well. I like it is all cast iron and metal and not plastic. Had to modify fertilizer disc mount to fit correctly, nothing major, a little grinding. I modified the center link hitch point to accommodate my John Deere quick hitch. Have yet to plant with it but I’m sure it will work perfect. Love the grease fittings everywhere. Reminds me of the old farm equipment I grew up on, and still use periodically.
My firminator RT was delivered in good condition in ND. I will be using it next week. I have a 45 HP John Deere tractor that is supposed to lift 2000 lb but really struggles to lift this 6 foot firminator RT. I will just have to use in as a two pass operation for now.
I do wish there was a better operating manual for this unit. Maybe that is something you can work on.
I will give you an update once I start using it in a few days.
Great piece of equipment. Performs far better than I expected. One piece of advice - if property is significantly overgrown, consider the tractor attachment first to bring down the over growth and then switch to the UTV attachment to maintain property. No complaints worked perfectly.
seeds come out way to fast at lowest setting when planting alfalfa literally the only reason I bought it now I can't even use it and I can't return it so I'm stuck with it for the price you pay you would think it would work!
It’s built solid. It handles Field grass hip high pretty well. With the maintaining the field grass after the first cut, the pasture field is starting to look like a lawn. The 84 inch with the best thing to get for 8 acres. It’s best to order belts for back up in the event if the belts were to break. But overall, I like the product quality is good.
When I think of ripping it outdoors something else comes to mind, but I digress. This spreader is awesome. Works like a champ. The hopper is big enough to do my 1 acre lot for my applications. Just load once and go. I would highly recommend this spreader. It saves a ton of time and is a quality product.