Used Crop Sprayers: Buying Guide for Trailed and Self-Propelled

Crop sprayers are indispensable in modern agriculture. Used sprayers from insolvency sales can save 40–60% compared to new.

Machine Types

Trailed Sprayer

Most affordable option. 1,000–4,000 litres, boom 18–36 m. Ideal for farms up to 300 ha.

Self-Propelled Sprayer

Maximum performance: 4,000–8,000 litres, boom up to 48 m. Economical from 500 ha.

What to Check When Buying

Boom: Check for bends, broken segments and defective fold hydraulics. Boom repair: €5,000–20,000.

Nozzles: Test ceramic or stainless nozzles for wear and even output.

Tank: Check plastic tank for cracks, cleanability and residual contamination.

Pump: Test flow rate and pressure. Piston pumps last longer than centrifugal pumps.

Electronics: Test GPS auto-steering and section control system.

Price Table

| Type | New | Insolvency | |------|-----|------------| | Trailed 2,400 l, 24 m | €35,000 | €12,000–18,000 | | Self-propelled 4,000 l, 36 m | €250,000 | €90,000–140,000 |

FAQ

How often must sprayers be calibrated? Before each season and after repairs. In Germany mandatory official inspection every 3 years for commercial operators.

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