KUHN Knight VS 100 Series Vertical Maxx® Single-Auger Mixers

Simple and Affordable

Three models available, the VS 127, VS 135 and VS 143, offer capacities that range from 270 to 480 ft³. To best meet your mixing needs, choose from trailer or stationary models.

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KUHN Knight VS 100 Series single-auger Vertical Maxx® mixers are an affordable, high-quality option designed for small cow/calf, backgrounder and dairy operations that process and mix high percentages of hay. The VS 100 Series mixers can mix a wide variety of feedstuffs, even hard to handle round bales, large square bales and baleage. The redesigned cone-shaped auger and angled top cover promote consistent material flow and improved cleanoff. The smaller diameter auger results in a lower horsepower requirement for more efficient, economical operation. Left, right, or a combination of left and right side discharges, along with a variety of conveyor options are available to meet the needs of your operation and place feed exactly where your animals need it.

Superior Feed Movement

Cone-Style Auger & Kicker Design

Cone-style augers provide superior feed movement for faster, more complete mixing and processing. The smooth, continuous auger flighting (1) creates a rolling feed action that improves mixing. The top cover of the auger has a steep angle to aid in bale movement when processing round bales and to prevent feed from sitting on top of the auger between mixes. The straight kicker (2) provides a fast and even discharge. Each lead flight is equipped with a cast iron, bolt-on scraper (3) that pulls material away from the tub walls into the auger for a better overall mix.

Hardened Knives

Large, 15” or 20”, replaceable hay cutting knives are available to best handle the material to be processed. The knives have two positions to adjust the aggressiveness of the knife angle. Versatility of knife length, angle and position allow for an optimal setting with a wide variety of ration ingredients.

A: Knife set in for slicing and cutting
B: Knife set out for grabbing and tearing

Adjustable Hay Stops

The adjustable hay stops provide flexibility in processing to provide you with the cut length necessary to reach the optimal nutritional value you’re striving for. This adjustability makes hay processing more efficient and helps minimize overprocessing.

Low Horsepower Requirement

The narrow auger design requires less horsepower, resulting in less fuel usage which helps you keep more of your hard earned dollars in your pocket.

Versatile Processing

Process and mix rations ranging from high percentages of hay, to low-cost alternate feedstuffs without worry. The cone auger and specially-designed unit shell allow processing of a variety of materials, even large round bales up to 5x6 in the VS 143.

Simple, Yet Dependable

Fully Welded Tub Design

The completely welded body provides superior strength and durability for long life without cracking at bolted joints. The reinforced floor and body help ensure dependable service and long life.

Large Discharge Doors

For unmatched feed flow, these mixers feature a large discharge door. The large openings also help ensure less binding when discharging high-roughage rations. Upgrades to the door pivot linkage allow for smooth operation of the door. The VS 100 Series includes a fixed slide tray, with magnets, incorporated into the door-frame design as standard.

Precise Feed Placement

Left, right, or left and right combination discharge options, standard with a fixed slide tray, are now available for greater versatility. The side door has been repositioned to enhance your ability to accurately place feed where you want it.

Simple, Dependable Drive

A planetary drive system provides simplicity for long life and heavy-duty use. The flooded top bearing eliminates the need for extra grease zerks. This proven and rugged drive system, coupled with an external oil reservoir, is virtually maintenance free, with the exception of scheduled gear lube changes.

Stationary Models Available

Make the Most out of Your Mix

For operations looking to maximize feeding efficiency and mixer throughput, the VS 100 Series single-auger mixers are also available in a stationary configuration. Stationary mixers are ideal for producers with a centralized feeding location, who utilize a mobile feed delivery system such as conveyors or feed carts.
Stationary mixers share the same cone-shaped augers, large unloading doors and fully welded tub design, similar to their trailer counterparts.

Multiple Power Package Options

The VS 100 Series stationary models include a manual shift, 2-speed gearbox for high and low settings, along with the pulley and motor mount. For single motor options, required horsepower depends on the mixer capacity and load size. For reduced amperage draw at startup or for customers on a single phase power, a double mounting option is also available.

Equipment

Discover in exclusivity all Equipments available for the KUHN Knight VS 100 Series Vertical Maxx® single-auger mixers.

Hay-Retention Ring

The steel hay-retention ring helps contain large round bales during processing and reduces hay spillage more effectively compared to similar options on competitive models.

Capacity Belt Extension

A belt extension, added to the top of the mixing tub, increases capacity by about 10%. It also improves hay containment, and rubber construction is durable and pliable for long life.

Side Chain & Slat Conveyor

Optional side conveyors provide the ultimate in durability and long life. Heavy-duty components ensure reliable service, even in extreme use conditions. Multiple conveyor length options offer unmatched flexibility to tailor the discharge to your needs. A fixed tip-off with magnets can be added to catch small metal fragments present in the feed and help prevent hardware disease.

Side Belt Conveyor

An optional belt conveyor can be added for easy and consistent placement of feed at varying heights including the filling of mobile feed carts. The belt offers quiet operation and consistent feed flow. Belt conveyors are able to run steeper versus a chain and slat because you can run the conveyor faster, depending on the materials. The low profile sides allow the conveyor to fold up tighter to the machine for a more narrow transport width. An optional deflector helps with placement of the feed and provides an option for magnets.

5-Year Warranty

KUHN offers a 5-year prorated warranty on planetary and 2-speed gearboxes on all vertical mixers. KUHN also offers a 1-year warranty on all other machine components.

Specifications

CAPACITY


Capacity
Capacity with Extensions
Maximum Net load

VS 127 TRAILER	VS 135 TRAILER	VS 143 TRAILER	VS 135 STATIONARY	VS 127 STATIONARY	VS 143 STATIONARY
270 ft³ (7.6 m³)	350 ft³ (9.9 m³)	430 ft³ (12.2 m³)	350 ft³ (9.9 m³)	270 ft³ (7.6 m³)	430 ft³ (12.2 m³)
310 ft³ (8.7 m³)	390 ft³ (11 m³)	480 ft³ (13.6 m³)	390 ft³ (11 m³)	310 ft³ (8.7 m³)	480 ft³ (13.6 m³)
7,750 lbs (3,515 kg)	9,750 lbs (4,341 kg)	12,000 lbs (5,443 kg)	9,750 lbs (4,341 kg)	7,750 lbs (3,515 kg)	12,000 lbs (5,443 kg)

MIXER DIMENSIONS


Overall Height
Overall Height - With Extensions
Overall Height - With Hay Retention Ring
Overall Length
Mixing Chamber Length
Overall Width - Mixer Only (No Discharge)
Tread Width

VS 127 TRAILER	VS 135 TRAILER	VS 143 TRAILER	VS 135 STATIONARY	VS 127 STATIONARY	VS 143 STATIONARY
94'' (239 cm)	104'' (264 cm)	116'' (295 cm)	96'' (244 cm)	86'' (218 cm)	108'' (274 cm)
101'' (257 cm)	111'' (282 cm)	123'' (312 cm)	102'' (259 cm)	92'' (234 cm)	114'' (378 cm)
99'' (251 cm)	109'' (277 cm)	121'' (307 cm)	100'' (254 cm)	90'' (229 cm)	112'' (284 cm)
170'' (432 cm)	174'' (442 cm)	179'' (455 cm)	153'' (389 cm)	149'' (378 cm)	157'' (399 cm)
132'' (355 cm)	140'' (356 cm)	149'' (378 cm)	140'' (356 cm)	132'' (355 cm)	149'' (378 cm)
99'' (251 cm)	100'' (254 cm)	101'' (257 cm)	100'' (254 cm)	99'' (251 cm)	101'' (257 cm)
81'' (206 cm)	81'' (206 cm)	81'' (206 cm)

MIXING SPECIFICATIONS


Number of Augers
Auger RPM - Standard / High Speed
PTO Drive
PTO Protection
PTO Minimum Power Requirement
Knives per Auger (Standard / Maximum)
Auger Diameter
Lower Auger Flighting Thickness
Upper Auger Flighting Thickness

VS 127 TRAILER	VS 135 TRAILER	VS 143 TRAILER	VS 135 STATIONARY	VS 127 STATIONARY	VS 143 STATIONARY
1	1	1	1	1	1
37 / NA	37 / NA	37 / NA	22 / 32	22 / 32	22 / 32
540 RPM	540 RPM	540 RPM
Shear-bolt	Shear-bolt	Shear-bolt	Shear-bolt	Shear-bolt	Shear-bolt
50 hp (37 kW)	75 hp (56kW)	90 hp (67kW)	Consult factory	Consult factory	Consult factory
5/6	6/7	7/8	6/7	5/6	7/8
86'' (218 cm)	86'' (218 cm)	86'' (218 cm)	86'' (218 cm)	86'' (218 cm)	86'' (218 cm)
5/8" (1.6 cm)	5/8" (1.6 cm)	5/8" (1.6 cm)	5/8" (1.6 cm)	5/8" (1.6 cm)	5/8" (1.6 cm)
1/2" (1.3 cm)	1/2" (1.3 cm)	1/2" (1.3 cm)	1/2" (1.3 cm)	1/2" (1.3 cm)	1/2" (1.3 cm)

TUB & TRAILER CONSTRUCTION


Axle Configuration
Hitch
Spindle Diameter
Unit Weight
Tongue Weight - % Gross
Weighing System
Discharge Door Location
Door Opening Size
Floor Thickness
Sidewall Thickness
Highway Light Kit

VS 127 TRAILER	VS 135 TRAILER	VS 143 TRAILER	VS 135 STATIONARY	VS 127 STATIONARY	VS 143 STATIONARY
Single Axle	Single Axle	Single Axle
Clevis	Clevis	Clevis
2 7/8'' (3.7 cm)	2 7/8'' (3.7 cm)	2 7/8'' (3.7 cm)
Min. 6,200 lbs (2,780 kg) - Max. 9,200 lbs (4,160 kg)	Min. 6,500 lbs (2,920 kg) - Max. 9,500 lbs (4,300 kg)	Min. 6,800 lbs (3,080 kg) - Max. 9,900 lbs (4,460 kg)	Min. 6,400 lbs (2,890 kg) - Max. 7,400 lbs (3,350 kg)	Min. 6,100 lbs (2,750 kg) - Max. 7,100 lbs (3,220 kg)	Min. 6,700 lbs (3,040 kg) - Max. 7,800 lbs (3,520 kg)
12%	12%	12%
3-Point	3-Point	3-Point	3-Point	3-Point	3-Point
Right, left, or right/left combo	Right, left, or right/left combo	Right, left, or right/left combo	Right or left	Right or left	Right or left
40'' x 32'' (102 x 81 cm)	40'' x 32'' (102 x 81 cm)	40'' x 32'' (102 x 81 cm)	40'' x 32'' (102 x 81 cm)	40'' x 32'' (102 x 81 cm)	40'' x 32'' (102 x 81 cm)
1/2" (1.3 cm)	1/2" (1.3 cm)	1/2" (1.3 cm)	1/2" (1.3 cm)	1/2" (1.3 cm)	1/2" (1.3 cm)
7 GA (0.5 cm)	7 GA (0.5 cm)	7 GA (0.5 cm)	7 GA (0.5 cm)	7 GA (0.5 cm)	7 GA (0.5 cm)
Standard	Standard	Standard

DISCHARGE DIMENSIONS


Side Conveyor Width
Slide Tray - Transport Width
Slide Tray - Maximum Height
Slide Tray - Maximum Reach
Side Chain & Slat Conveyor - 24"/36"/48"/60"/72" (61/91/122/152/183 cm) - Maximum Height
Side Chain & Slat Conveyor - 24"/36"/48"/60"/72" (61/91/122/152/183 cm) - Maximum Reach
Side Chain & Slat Conveyor - 24"/36"/48"/60"/72" (61/91/122/152/183 cm) - Transport Width
Side Belt Conveyor - 36"/48"/72" (91/122/183 cm) - Maximum Reach
Side Belt Conveyor - 36"/48"/72" (91/122/183 cm) - Maximum Height
Side Belt Conveyor - 36"/48"/72" (91/122/183 cm) - Transport Width

VS 127 TRAILER	VS 135 TRAILER	VS 143 TRAILER	VS 135 STATIONARY	VS 127 STATIONARY	VS 143 STATIONARY
36'' (91 cm)	36'' (91 cm)	36'' (91 cm)
104'' (264 cm)	105'' (267 cm)	106'' (269 cm)
21'' (53 cm)	21'' (53 cm)	21'' (53 cm)	13'' (33 cm)	13'' (33 cm)	13'' (33 cm)
14'' (36 cm)	14'' (36 cm)	14'' (36 cm)
31''/38''/45''/52''/59'' (79/97/114/132/150 cm)	31''/38''/45''/52''/59'' (79/97/114/132/150 cm)	31''/38''/45''/52''/59'' (79/97/114/132/150 cm)
27''/37''/47''/57''/67'' (69/94/119/145/170 cm)	27''/37''/47''/57''/67'' (69/94/119/145/170 cm)	27''/37''/47''/57''/67'' (69/94/119/145/170 cm)
114''/115''/119''/122''/124'' (290/292/302/310/315 cm)	115''/116''/120''/123''/125'' (292/295/305/312/318 cm)	116''/117''/121''/124''/126'' (295/297/307/315/320 cm)
38''/48''/67'' (97/122/170 cm)	38''/48''/67'' (97/122/170 cm)	38''/48''/67'' (97/122/170 cm)
37''/44''/58" (69/112/147 cm)	37''/44''/58" (69/112/147 cm)	37''/44''/58" (69/112/147 cm)
115''/119''/124" (292/302/315 cm)	116''/120''/125" (295/305/318 cm)	117''/121''/126" (297/307/320 cm)

STATIONARY SPECIFICATIONS


Mounting Base Length
Mounting Base Width
Electric Motor Horsepower
Electric Motor RPM

VS 135 STATIONARY	VS 127 STATIONARY	VS 143 STATIONARY
84'' (213 cm)	84'' (213 cm)	84'' (213 cm)
75'' (191 cm)	75'' (191 cm)	75'' (191 cm)
40 HP (30 kW)	40 HP (30 kW)	50 HP (37 kW)
1800 RPM	1800 RPM	1800 RPM

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Customer Spotlight: VS 100

Glen Coakley Owner and operator of his farm
“I like this machine (VS 127 Trailer) because of the low horsepower requirement. It’s incredible because I can chop round bales with a low horsepower tractor. I don’t need a 100 horsepower tractor to feed animals every day. It’s awesome that you can take a 65 horse tractor and chop up a round bale without overworking it, that’s what I really like about it.”
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