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AWB-1600 A 2 Rows Potato Digger

Welcome to India Watanabe Soil Stabilizer Co., Ltd., your certified India Manufacturer and premier specialist in high-efficiency Potato Digger Machine equipment. The AWB-1600 A 2 ROWS Potato Digger is the enhanced, heavy-duty variant of our standard digger, specifically engineered for increased stability and performance in challenging soil types, such as abrasive laterite and sticky black cotton soil. Weighing a formidable $1000 Kg$ and utilizing a minimum power input of 85 cv, the AWB-1600 A guarantees superior depth consistency and low tuber damage while operating at a gentle 3-5 km/h working speed. This robust mass ensures reliable lifting and efficient separation across two rows during the critical harvest phase across the Indian Subcontinent.

AWB-1600 A 2 Rows Potato Digger Technical Specifications:

The AWB-1600 A is engineered for enhanced stability and robust performance in difficult soil types.

Specification	Value (AWB-1600 A)	Unit	Significance in India
Model	AWB-1600 A (Potato Digger)	–	Enhanced Stability: Designed for tough soil conditions.
Empty Weight	1000	Kg	Heavy-Duty: Provides critical structural stability and ground force.
Min. Engine Power	85	cv (HP)	Required Power: Ensures stable PTO engagement and pull capacity.
Number Rows	2	–	Precision coverage for two rows.
Working Speed	3-5	km/h	Core Advantage: Low speed ensures low tuber damage.
PTO Input Speed	540	RPM	Standard PTO speed for web conveyor drive.
Linkage Category	2	–	Standard robust connection.

Enhanced Stability: Harvesting in Tough Conditions

The AWB-1600 A is specifically upgraded with an increased machine mass and reinforced structure, making it highly effective in environments where lighter diggers struggle.

Heavy-Duty Frame and Increased 1000 Kg Machine Mass

The 1000 Kg Empty Weight (a significant increase from the standard 800 Kg model) is the key upgrade in the AWB-1600 A. This heavier mass provides:

1. Consistent Depth: Ensures the digging share remains firmly engaged, maintaining the optimal cutting depth even when the tractor traverses uneven terrain or when the share encounters dense, compressed soil.

2. Damping: The added mass dampens the lateral shock and vibration experienced when lifting abrasive soil and small stones, protecting the web conveyor and reducing wear.

Optimal Digging Blade Design and Low Tuber Damage

The digging share is designed to cut precisely under the potato ridge. The reinforced structure supports a clean, gentle cut, minimizing the intake of excess soil and preventing the tuber damage common in high-draft machines. This careful design prioritizes the integrity of the tuber’s skin, which is crucial for maximizing storage life and market value.

Power Match for Heavy Load: 85 CV Minimum Requirement

The 85 cv minimum HP requirement is necessary to smoothly pull the heavier 1000 Kg machine while simultaneously engaging the PTO-driven web conveyor at the controlled 3-5 km/h working speed. This power margin ensures the web continues to shed soil effectively, preventing bogging down in sticky black cotton soil.

The Commercial Imperative: Maximizing Marketable Yield

The AWB-1600 A is the definitive strategic asset for commercial growers seeking predictable performance and superior crop quality, regardless of field conditions.

Harvesting in Difficult Soil Types

The enhanced stability of the AWB-1600 A makes it the preferred choice for harvesting in sticky black cotton soil (Maharashtra) and highly abrasive, dense red soil (Karnataka). The added mass ensures the digging share penetrates consistently where lighter machines would simply ride over the surface.

Uptime Guarantee and Minimal Post-Harvest Loss

The AWB-1600 A‘s robust design minimizes mechanical failure and operational stoppages, guaranteeing maximum uptime during the crucial, often short, harvest window. The low tuber damage rate ensures that nearly the entire crop is marketable, reducing post-harvest losses and safeguarding the return on the Potato Digger Machine Price in India.

Applications in High-Value Tuber Production

The AWB-1600 A’s high recovery and low damage rate make it essential for growers specializing in high-value products like:

• Seed Potatoes: Where even minor skin damage can compromise quality.

• Processing Potatoes: Which demand uniform, damage-free tubers for efficient processing.

Live Experience: Quantified Field Performance

We provide quantifiable data and verified customer reports demonstrating the superior stability and efficiency of the AWB-1600 A in demanding conditions.

Customer Story 1: Stabilizing Depth in Sticky Clay (Maharashtra)

A commercial potato producer in the black cotton soil region of Maharashtra struggled with previous diggers losing depth and clogging in sticky soil.

The Solution: They switched to the heavy AWB-1600 A (1000 Kg mass) powered by an 90 cv tractor.

The Result: The added 200 Kg of mass ensured the digging share maintained consistent depth and reduced web conveyor clogging significantly. The farm documented a 97% reduction in harvest-related stoppages and achieved a 98% Tuber Recovery Rate with minimal soil carry-over, proving the value of the enhanced stability model.

Customer Story 2: Durability and Low Fuel Use (Andhra Pradesh)

A large farmer in Andhra Pradesh needed a reliable digger for continuous operation in dry, abrasive red soil.

The Solution: They utilized the AWB-1600 A, taking advantage of the robust frame and the efficient 85 cv minimum power requirement.

The Result: The farmer reported a measurable 12% fuel savings per hectare compared to older, heavier machinery that required higher PTO input. The low tuber damage rate remained consistently under 1% throughout the harvest, ensuring a high-grade marketable yield. The machine’s 1000 Kg frame showed zero signs of stress or structural fatigue after the harvest season.

Corporate Profile: The India Watanabe Advantage

Your Trusted India Manufacturer for Soil Machinery

India Watanabe Soil Stabilizer Co., Ltd. is a certified India Manufacturer and the dedicated regional subsidiary of the globally recognized Watanabe group. Our core mission is to provide high-efficiency, durable machinery—from specialized harvest tools like the AWB-1600 A Potato Digger to heavy-duty equipment like the THOR Stone Crusher—that directly addresses the unique challenges posed by India’s diverse soil types and farming demands. We are committed to mechanical simplicity, longevity, and superior local support.

A Legacy of Engineering Excellence, Rooted in Gujarat

Our operational headquarters and dedicated manufacturing base are strategically located in Ahmedabad (Gandhinagar Region), Gujarat. This central location provides us with a strategic advantage, enabling us to efficiently manage logistics and provide rapid, responsive technical support and spares availability across major agricultural states. Our adherence to rigorous manufacturing quality standards ensures that every piece of machinery provides predictable, sustained performance and the industry’s lowest long-term running costs.

Expert Knowledge Hub (FAQ & Technical Deep Dive):

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about the AWB-1600 A Potato Digger:

• Q: Why is the AWB-1600 A heavier than the standard model?

  • A: The increased 1000 Kg mass provides essential stability, dampens vibration, and ensures the digging share maintains consistent depth and accurate alignment across two rows, particularly crucial in tough, compacted, or sticky soil conditions.

• Q: What is the minimum horsepower (HP) required for the AWB-1600 A?

  • A: The machine requires a minimum engine power of 85 cv (HP). This increased power over the base model ensures the heavier 1000 Kg machine can be pulled efficiently at the optimal 3-5 km/h harvesting speed.

• Q: Is the AWB-1600 A better for rocky fields?

  • A: Yes, the added structural rigidity helps. However, for heavily stoned fields, pre-clearing with a CT-2100 Rock Picker is always recommended to protect the web conveyor belts and maximize harvest speed.

• Q: Does the AWB-1600 A require any hydraulic control?

  • A: While the base AWB-1600 uses a PTO drive, the “A” variant often includes hydraulic controls for depth or lift assist (depending on configuration), utilizing the standard Category 2 linkage and high HP input.

The Physics of Enhanced Stability: Mass and Momentum

The AWB-1600 A leverages the principle of mass stability. The 1000 Kg weight ensures that the momentum of the machine stabilizes the digging process. When operating at 3-5 km/h, this stability minimizes the transfer of impact loads (from clods or rocks) back to the tractor, resulting in a cleaner lift, reduced vibration, and ultimately, a lower rate of tuber damage.

Complementary Potato Production Solutions:

For a complete, high-efficiency system, integrate the AWB-1600 A with the full range of Watanabe Potato Machinery.

Pre-Harvest Soil Preparation

• Potato Planters (PAI/PANTHER Series): (Internal Link) Planting with precision ensures uniform row spacing, which is critical for the AWB-1600 A to achieve its maximum recovery rate.

• Potato Furrower (R-380/R-580 Series): (Internal Link) The consistent ridge created by the Potato Furrower ensures the AWB-1600 A digging share cuts cleanly and accurately.

• Stone Crusher (THOR Series) / Rock Picker (CT-2100): (Internal Link) Pre-clearing fields with stone management equipment protects the web conveyor belts and guarantees optimal tuber quality.

Harvest Capacity Upgrade

• Potato Harvester (CWB-2L): (Internal Link) For operations requiring bagging or bulk loading, the CWB-2L Potato Harvester is the logical capacity upgrade from the windrowing capability of the AWB-1600 A.

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Information Category	Detail
India Manufacturer	India Watanabe Soil Stabilizer Co., Ltd.
Address Line 1	Plot No. 405, GIDC Industrial Estate
Address Line 2	Near Phase III Check Post, Vithalapur Road
City, State, PIN	Ahmedabad (Gandhinagar Region), Gujarat, 382150
Country	India
Technical Support	[email protected]

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