Shomas 2Ton per Batch Mobile Grain Dryer - SGMD2000
2000 kg per batch
Min 35 HP tractor7 ltr diesel/hr
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Use this side-by-side comparison to choose between the Shomas 2Ton, 3Ton and 5Ton per Batch Mobile Grain Dryers. All three are tractor PTO operated, use diesel heating, offer bottom hopper or automatic bucket elevator loading, and dry paddy, wheat, maize, grains and pulses. The main differences are batch size, tractor power, fuel use and cycle time.
Shomas 3Ton per Batch Mobile Grain Dryer - SGMD3000
3000 kg per batch
Min 39 HP tractor9 ltr diesel/hr
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Shomas 5Ton per Batch Mobile Grain Dryer - SGMD5000
5000 kg per batch
Min 45 HP tractor12 ltr diesel/hr
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Every figure below comes from the Shomas Engineering Company brochure. Rows that are identical on all three models are merged and marked.
| Specification | SGMD20002Ton per batchEntry | SGMD30003Ton per batchBalanced | SGMD50005Ton per batchMax capacity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overview | |||
| Model Number | SGMD2000 | SGMD3000 | SGMD5000 |
| Batch Capacity | 2000 kgs (Maize) | 3000 kgs (Maize) | 5000 kgs (Maize) |
| Material to be dried | Paddy, wheat, maize, grains, pulsesSame on all models | ||
| Drying performance | |||
| Heating Fuel | DieselSame on all models | ||
| Consumption of Fuel | 7 ltrs per hr (only machine) | 9 ltrs per hr (only machine) | 12 ltrs per hr (only machine) |
| Moisture Removal per hr | Up to 3% paddy and wheat; up to 5% maizeSame on all models | ||
| Moisture Range to be dried | 40% to 14%Same on all models | ||
| Temperature Control | DigitalSame on all models | ||
| Loading and unloading | |||
| Loading of Grains | Bottom hopper / automatic loading with bucket elevatorSame on all models | ||
| Optional Loading (cost extra in quotation) | Flexible screw conveyorSame on all models | ||
| Loading Time | 15-20 mins | 25-30 mins | 40-50 mins |
| Unloading Time | 10-15 mins | 15-20 mins | 30-40 mins |
| Tractor and power | |||
| Type of Operation | Tractor PTO operatedSame on all models | ||
| Tractor Required | Min 35 HP | Min 39 HP | Min 45 HP |
| Electrical Option | Electric power 18 KW | Electric power 25 KW | Electric power 32 KW |
| Build and safety | |||
| Dryer Height from Ground | 11 feet | 13 feet | 15'3" feet |
| Wheel Size of Dryer | 7.50-16Same on all models | ||
| Number of Wheels | 2 NosSame on all models | ||
| Tool Box | Separate, with lock systemSame on all models | ||
| Dust Collection System | Dust collector silo attached on machineSame on all models | ||
| Safety | Short circuit relaysSame on all models | ||
At a glance: how the models scale
Batch capacity (maize)
SGMD20002000 kg
SGMD30003000 kg
SGMD50005000 kg
Minimum tractor
SGMD200035 HP
SGMD300039 HP
SGMD500045 HP
Diesel for the machine
SGMD20007 ltr/hr
SGMD30009 ltr/hr
SGMD500012 ltr/hr
Electric power
SGMD200018 KW
SGMD300025 KW
SGMD500032 KW
Loading time (upper limit)
SGMD200020 mins
SGMD300030 mins
SGMD500050 mins
Dryer height from ground
SGMD200011 feet
SGMD300013 feet
SGMD500015.25 feet
Which model should you choose?
Match the dryer to your tractor and your daily volume.
Choose SGMD2000 if...
You have a tractor of around 35 HP, dry for your own farm or a small group, and want the lowest fuel use and the lowest height at 11 feet.
Choose SGMD3000 if...
You have a 39 HP or larger tractor and receive grain from several growers, or run a rice mill, dal mill or small drying service.
Choose SGMD5000 if...
You have a 45 HP or larger tractor and handle large daily volumes at a mill, procurement centre or commercial drying business.
Frequently asked questions
Can all three models dry paddy, wheat and maize?
Yes. All three are listed for paddy, wheat, maize, grains and pulses, with moisture removal up to 3% per hour for paddy and wheat and up to 5% per hour for maize.
What is the difference between SGMD2000, SGMD3000 and SGMD5000?
The numbers are the batch capacity in kg: 2000, 3000 and 5000. Larger models need a more powerful tractor, use more diesel per hour and have longer loading and unloading times.
Is loading automatic?
Loading is by bottom hopper or automatic loading with a bucket elevator. A flexible screw conveyor is optional and charged extra in the quotation.
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