








Product Description
Turbo Turf Hydroseeder | Model HS-400-EH & HS-400-EH-P | Width 62" | Capacity 400 Gallon | Engine Horsepower 13 HP | For Landscapers, Golf Courses, and Construction Sites
Lead Times
- HE & Harve Series - 24 - 26 Week
- The T models 400 and up - 10 - 12 Week
- Small 50-150 to Jet agitated models - 2 - 4 Week
- 300 is - 4-6 Week
DESCRIPTION
Elevate your landscaping projects with the HS-400-EH Hydroseeding System from Turbo Turf. This 400-gallon skid type unit is engineered for efficiency and performance. Powered by a robust 13 HP Honda engine and a high-volume 3″ X 3″ centrifugal pump, it delivers seamless seeding operations for residential and commercial applications. With an ability to seed 5,300 square feet per load and equipped with essential features like a 100′ discharge hose and multiple nozzles, the HS-400-EH ensures precise and rapid material application, making it ideal for jobs ranging from 2,000 sq. ft. to one acre in size.
Key Features
- Molded Bale Tray: Speeds up loading and mixing.
- Engine: 13 HP Honda electric start for reliable operation.
- Pump: 3” x 3” centrifugal pump delivers 400 GPM and 64 PSI for effective spraying.
- Powerful Jet Agitation: 2” I.D. jets create a strong rolling action, mixing a full load in less than a minute.
- Adjustable Spray Pressure: Allows precise trimming near houses, walkways, and mulch beds.
- Coverage: Seeds up to 5,300 square feet per load.
- Quick Spray Time: 15 minutes per full tank.
- Easy Loading & Transport: Front fork slots for simple loading/unloading.
- Standard Hose: 100 feet of 1 1/4” I.D. hose with three nozzles (hydroseeding, medium, and straight).
PUMP |
This unit uses a G-13H centrifugal pump with 400 gallons a minute of flow and 64 P.S.I. of pressure. This pump was designed specifically for hydro seeding. The housing material is cast and it is very low maintenance. There are no grease fittings and the only maintenance required is to winterize if at the end of the season if it is stored where temperatures go below freezing. The pump impeller mounds on the end of the engine shaft so there is no power loss. Typically it can operate for 5 to 10 years with no maintenance. This is one of the few or perhaps the only hydroseeding pump on the market that can run dry without damaging the seals. |
ENGINE |
This unit comes with a 13 H.P. Honda electric start engine. This has proved to be a very reliable engine with a long life. The engine has a two year warranty and service for the engine is available. |
HOSE |
This unit comes standard with 100 ft of 1 1/4″ I. D. hose. The hose we use is both strong and light weight. It is made from a poly material with a spiral reinforcement. Additional hose is available in 50 feet or 100 feet sections. The unit will handle up to 200 feet of hose. |
BALE TRAY |
This unit comes equipped with a bale tray that is molded into the tank. The opening is 16″ with a hinged fill lid. The bale tray makes it easy to add mulch and other materials with a minimum of spillage. Minimizing wasted material can add up to big savings over time. |
TRAILER |
The HS-400-EH-P is permanently attached to a DOT approved double axle trailer with brakes on both axles, DOT lighting, a breakaway, safety chains and an on-board test box for the breakaway battery. The trailer has a GVW of 7000 pounds and is 14’2″ long an 84″ wide. It is available with either a 2 5/16″ ball hitch or a pintle hitch. |
Detailed Specifications
Feature | HS-400-EH | HS-400-EH-P (Trailered Unit) |
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Tank Capacity | 400 Gallons | 400 Gallons |
Engine | 13 HP Honda, electric start | 13 HP Honda, electric start |
Pump | 3” x 3” centrifugal, 400 GPM, 64 PSI | 3” x 3” centrifugal, 400 GPM, 64 PSI |
Agitation System | Jet agitation with Bale Tray | Jet agitation with Bale Tray |
Coverage per Load | 5,300 sq. ft. | 5,300 sq. ft. |
Spray Time per Load | 15 minutes | 15 minutes |
Mixing Time | 1-20 minutes | 1-20 minutes |
Tank Design | Poly tank with molded-in bale tray | Poly tank with molded-in bale tray |
Hose Length | 100 feet | 100 feet |
Mulch Compatibility | 100% paper and pourable mulches | 100% paper and pourable mulches |
Empty Weight | 745 lbs | 800 lbs |
Loaded Weight | 3,900 lbs | 3,950 lbs |
Overall Dimensions | 62” W x 94” L x 59” H | 62” W x 94” L x 59” H |
Transport Type | Skid-mounted | Trailer-mounted with hitch |
Ideal Use | Landscapers, golf courses, construction sites | Landscapers, golf courses, construction sites |
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.
General Supply Information for a One Acre Job
Paper Mulch Covering:
- 1000 lbs per acre: 25 40# paper bales, $21.95 per bale, totaling $548.75
- 1200 lbs per acre: 30 40# paper bales, $21.95 per bale, totaling $658.50
- 1500 lbs per acre (steeper slope): 38 40# paper bales, $21.95 per bale, totaling $834.10
Fertilizer:
- 2-4 bags per acre
- For residential use: 4 bags
- For non-residential use: 2 bags
- Cost per bag: $59.95
Trafficker:
- For flat to slight slope: Turbo Tack, covers one acre, $49.95
Tracker:
- For slopes: Witches Brew, covers one acre, $69.96
Wood Blend Mulch or 100% Wood:
- Typical coverage: 2000 lbs per acre
- For steep slopes: Up to 3500 lbs per acre
Seed Costs:
- Reach out to us or check your local seed supplier
How Quickly Can I Do a 10,000sf Hydroseeding Job?
50-Gallon Hydroseeder:
- Coverage per Load: Approximately 667 sq. ft.
- Number of Loads Needed: About 15 loads (10,000 / 667).
- Estimated Time per Load: Assuming approximately 20 minutes per load (including refilling and application).
- Total Time: 15 loads x 20 minutes = 300 minutes or 5 hours.
100-Gallon Hydroseeder:
- Coverage per Load: Approximately 1,333 sq. ft.
- Number of Loads Needed: About 8 loads (10,000 / 1,333).
- Estimated Time per Load: Assuming approximately 25 minutes per load.
- Total Time: 8 loads x 25 minutes = 200 minutes or about 3 hours and 20 minutes.
150-Gallon Hydroseeder:
- Coverage per Load: Approximately 2,000 sq. ft.
- Number of Loads Needed: 5 loads (10,000 / 2,000).
- Estimated Time per Load: Assuming approximately 30 minutes per load.
- Total Time: 5 loads x 30 minutes = 150 minutes or 2.5 hours.
300-Gallon Hydroseeder:
- Coverage per Load: Approximately 4,000 sq. ft.
- Number of Loads Needed: 2.5 loads (10,000 / 4,000).
- Estimated Time per Load: Assuming approximately 40 minutes per load.
- Total Time: 2.5 loads x 40 minutes = 100 minutes or about 1 hour and 40 minutes.
500-Gallon Hydroseeder:
- Coverage per Load: Approximately 6,667 sq. ft.
- Number of Loads Needed: 1.5 loads (10,000 / 6,667).
- Estimated Time per Load: Assuming approximately 45 minutes per load.
- Total Time: 1.5 loads x 45 minutes = 68 minutes or about 1 hour and 8 minutes.
750-Gallon Hydroseeder:
- Coverage per Load: Approximately 10,000 sq. ft.
- Number of Loads Needed: 1 load.
- Estimated Time per Load: Assuming approximately 50 minutes per load.
- Total Time: 50 minutes.
1000-Gallon Hydroseeder:
- Coverage per Load: Approximately 13,333 sq. ft.
- Number of Loads Needed: 1 load.
- Estimated Time per Load: Assuming approximately 50 minutes per load.
- Total Time: 50 minutes.
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