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AWB-1600 B 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 B 2 ROWS Potato Digger is the superior, extreme-duty model in our lineup, meticulously engineered for maximum stability and depth retention in the most challenging soil conditions, such as the heavy, sticky Black Cotton Soil prevalent across Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh. Weighing a formidable 1200 Kg and utilizing a minimum power input of 95 cv, the AWB-1600 B guarantees precise digging and minimizes tuber damage while operating at the controlled 3-5 km/h working speed. This structural mass ensures reliable lifting and efficient separation across two rows during the critical harvest phase.

AWB-1600 B 2 Rows Potato Digger Technical Specifications:

Specification	AWB-1600 B	AWB-1600 C	Notes
Empty Weight	1200 Kg	1350 Kg	AWB-1600 C is heavier, offering greater structural stability and digging capacity.
Number Rows	2	2	Both models are two-row potato diggers.
Min. Engine Power	95 cv	95 cv	Same minimum horsepower requirement.
Input Speed P.T.O.	540 RPM	540 RPM	Standard PTO input speed.
Required Control Valves	2	2	Both require 2 hydraulic control valves (for depth/lift/separation adjustment).
Working Speed	3 – 5 Km/h	3 – 5 Km/h	Core advantage: Low speed ensures minimal potato damage.

Extreme Stability: Harvesting in Max Resistance

The mechanical superiority of the AWB-1600 B is defined by its massive structural weight and advanced stability controls, essential for overcoming the unique challenges of high-resistance soils.

Structural Mass Advantage: 1200 Kg for Unwavering Depth

The 1200 Kg Empty Weight is the core design feature, providing the maximum possible structural mass within the two-row format (significantly heavier than the 800 Kg base model). This extreme weight is essential for:

1. Penetration in Heavy Clay: Ensures the digging share cuts cleanly through hard-packed clay and Black Cotton Soil where lighter machines would simply ride over the surface.

2. Vibration Damping: The added mass dramatically dampens the shock and oscillation transferred from the digging share and web, protecting the tubers and the machine’s drivetrain.

Hydraulic Control Integration (2 Valves) for Precision Management

The AWB-1600 B features two dedicated hydraulic control valves (2 Required Control Valves). This hydraulic capability provides the operator with real-time, precise control over key operational parameters:

1. Digging Depth Control: Allows instant, non-mechanical adjustment of the digging share’s angle, ensuring optimal cutting depth is maintained without relying solely on the tractor’s linkage.

2. Web Conveyor Tension/Lift: Enables fine-tuning of the primary web conveyor’s action, essential for adapting to changes in soil moisture and minimizing the build-up of sticky soil.

Low Damage Web and High PTO Power Match

The 95 cv minimum HP requirement ensures the powerful, controlled PTO drive is stable. This stability is critical for driving the web conveyor system at the gentle, controlled speed of 3-5 km/h needed to effectively separate the heavy soil mass from the tubers without high-impact abrasion. This synergy of power and gentle speed guarantees a low tuber damage rate.

The Commercial Imperative: Mastering Difficult Soils

The AWB-1600 B is the authoritative choice for large commercial farms that cannot risk the delays and damage associated with harvesting in challenging soil conditions.

Conquering Black Cotton Soil and Heavy Clay

The specialized structural mass and hydraulic adaptability of the AWB-1600 B Potato Digger make it the most reliable solution for Black Cotton Soil (Maharashtra, MP). This soil type is notorious for its stickiness and weight when wet. The $1200 Kg$ mass provides the necessary cutting force, and the hydraulic controls allow the operator to dynamically adjust web agitation to prevent clogging and bogging down, guaranteeing uninterrupted high-recovery operation.

Uptime Guarantee and Minimal Post-Harvest Loss

Harvesting is a race against time, and downtime is catastrophic. The AWB-1600 B’s heavy-duty construction minimizes mechanical failure and operational stoppages, guaranteeing maximum uptime during the crucial, often short, harvest window. This reliability ensures a high $98\%+$ recovery rate and safeguards the market value of the crop by maintaining a minimal rate of tuber damage.

Applications in High-Value Tuber Production

The AWB-1600 B’s enhanced performance is vital for growers specializing in high-value products across India, including:

• Seed Potatoes: Where perfect skin quality (minimal damage) is mandatory for certification.

• Processing Crops: Which demand high volume and uniformity, achievable only through stable, precise harvesting.

Live Experience: Quantified Field Performance

We provide verifiable data and customer reports demonstrating the superior stability and efficiency of the AWB-1600 B in demanding conditions.

Customer Story 1: Extreme Stability in Sticky Clay (Maharashtra)

A commercial potato producer in the sticky Black Cotton Soil region of Maharashtra struggled with diggers losing depth and clogging instantly.

The Solution: They switched to the AWB-1600 B (1200 Kg mass) powered by a 100 cv tractor.

The Result: The added structural mass and the use of the 2 Required Control Valves allowed the operator to finely tune the web agitation speed relative to the ground speed. The farm documented a $98\%$ reduction in harvest-related stoppages due to clogging and achieved a consistent digging depth previously impossible in that soil type. This led to an overall $15\%$ increase in daily acreage coverage.

Customer Story 2: Power and Durability in Laterite Soil (Karnataka)

A large farmer in Karnataka needed a reliable digger for continuous operation in highly abrasive, dry laterite soil that rapidly wears down components.

The Solution: They relied on the AWB-1600 B‘s heavy-duty frame and the powerful $95 cv$ minimum HP requirement to maintain forward momentum.

The Result: The farmer reported the 1200 Kg frame showed superior resistance to structural fatigue compared to lighter models. Over a season, the machine maintained a minimal tuber damage rate, and the predictable wear of components confirmed the superior quality of the India Manufacturer. The high stability provided efficient, clean windrowing, which significantly reduced the labor required for subsequent manual pick-up.

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 B 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 B Potato Digger

• Q: Why is the AWB-1600 B the ideal model for sticky Black Cotton Soil?

  • A: Its extreme $1200 Kg$ mass provides the necessary penetration force to lift sticky soil without riding up, while the 2 Required Control Valves allow hydraulic fine-tuning of the web agitation speed, preventing the conveyor from clogging or bogging down.

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

  • A: The machine requires a minimum engine power of $95 cv$ (HP). This is necessary to smoothly pull the heavy 1200 Kg mass and operate the enhanced hydraulic functions at the optimal 3-5 km/h harvesting speed.

• Q: How does the weight impact fuel consumption?

  • A: While heavier implements typically use more fuel, the AWB-1600 B’s weight is balanced by the efficient $95 cv$ requirement. The stability the weight provides reduces wheel slip and the need for repetitive digging, resulting in lower total fuel consumption per hectare than a lighter, less stable machine.

• Q: What does the “B” designation signify?

  • A: The “B” designation indicates the enhanced structural and functional capabilities, namely the increased $1200 Kg$ mass and the integration of two hydraulic control valves for superior control in adverse digging environments.

The Physics of Extreme Stability: Mass and Penetration

The AWB-1600 B leverages the principle of static mass to ensure dynamic stability. The $1200 Kg$ weight ensures that the digging share remains pressed into the soil with maximum force, overcoming the resistance of dense clay. This non-wavering penetration force, combined with the precise PTO-driven web motion, is what delivers the exceptional depth consistency and low rate of tuber damage needed for high-quality commercial harvesting.

Complementary Potato Production Solutions:

For a complete, high-efficiency system, integrate the AWB-1600 B 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 B 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 B 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 B.

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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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