Turbo Turf Hydroseeders | HM-400 Series | Width 58" | Capacity 400 Gallon | Engine Horsepower 13 HP | For Landscapers, Golf Courses & Erosion Control

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400-Gallon Capacity – Ideal for seeding 5,300 sq. ft. per load.
Powerful 13 HP Honda Engine – Reliable performance with optional electric or recoil start.
Width 58" For Landscapers, Golf Courses & Erosion Control
Advanced Paddle Agitation – Aggressive mixing for full bale loading without breaking up.
High-Quality Hose – Includes 100 feet of 1 1/4" kink-resistant, semi-rigid hose with free-flow couplings.

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Turbo Turf Hydroseeders | HM-400 Series | Width 58" | Capacity 400 Gallon | Engine Horsepower 13 HP | For Landscapers, Golf Courses & Erosion Control

DESCRIPTION

The Turbo Turf HM-400 Series Hydroseeders are mechanically agitated hydroseeding units designed for landscapers, erosion control professionals, and golf course maintenance. Powered by a 13 HP Honda engine, they feature a positive displacement Bowie gear pump for efficient mixing and spraying. The aggressive paddle agitation system allows for full bale loading, making it ideal for handling tough erosion control materials such as 100% wood mulches, BFMs, and FGMs like Flexterra.

Available in skid-mounted and trailer-mounted models, the HM-400 Series provides exceptional power, durability, and ease of use, ensuring fast and effective hydroseeding.

Key Features

Engine: 13 HP Honda engine (available with electric or recoil start).
Pump: 2300 series Bowie positive displacement gear pump for thick slurries.
Tank Capacity: 400-gallon poly tank (rust-resistant and easy to clean).
Agitation System: Aggressive paddle agitation allows full bale loading.
Hose: 100 feet of 1 1/4” I.D. semi-rigid hose (lightweight and kink-resistant).
Front Platform: Staging area for easy material loading (optional hose reel mount).
Coverage: Seeds up to 5,300 square feet per load.
Spray Distance: Up to 500 feet of hose for extended reach.

Detailed Specifications

Feature	HM-400-TR (Recoil Start)	HM-400-TR-P (Recoil w/ Trailer)	HM-400-TE (Electric Start)	HM-400-TE-P (Electric w/ Trailer)
Tank Capacity	400 Gallons	400 Gallons	400 Gallons	400 Gallons
Engine	13 HP Honda, recoil start	13 HP Honda, recoil start	13 HP Honda, electric start	13 HP Honda, electric start
Pump	2300 series Bowie positive displacement gear pump	2300 series Bowie positive displacement gear pump	2300 series Bowie positive displacement gear pump	2300 series Bowie positive displacement gear pump
Agitation System	Paddle agitation	Paddle agitation	Paddle agitation	Paddle agitation
Coverage per Load	5,300 sq. ft.	5,300 sq. ft.	5,300 sq. ft.	5,300 sq. ft.
Spray Time per Load	15 minutes	15 minutes	15 minutes	15 minutes
Mixing Time	1-20 minutes	1-20 minutes	1-20 minutes	1-20 minutes
Tank Design	Poly tank with molded-in bale tray	Poly tank with molded-in bale tray	Poly tank with molded-in bale tray	Poly tank with molded-in bale tray
Hose Length	100 feet	100 feet	100 feet	100 feet
Mulch Compatibility	100% wood mulch, paper mulch, pelletized mulch	100% wood mulch, paper mulch, pelletized mulch	100% wood mulch, paper mulch, pelletized mulch	100% wood mulch, paper mulch, pelletized mulch
Empty Weight	1,400 lbs	1,450 lbs	1,400 lbs	1,450 lbs
Loaded Weight	4,600 lbs	4,650 lbs	4,600 lbs	4,650 lbs
Overall Dimensions	58” W x 100” L x 66” H	58” W x 100” L x 66” H	58” W x 100” L x 66” H	58” W x 100” L x 66” H
Transport Type	Skid-mounted	Trailer-mounted with hitch	Skid-mounted	Trailer-mounted with hitch
Ideal Use	Landscapers, golf courses, erosion control	Landscapers, golf courses, erosion control	Landscapers, golf courses, erosion control	Landscapers, golf courses, erosion control

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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