Mesin Pemecah Batu Traktor THOR 2.4 AR

Perfect Tractor Match & Daily Operation

The THOR 2.4 AR Mesin Pemecah Batu Traktor is deliberately engineered for the most common tractor class in Europe: 180–220 hp machines such as Fendt 700 series, John Deere 6R, New Holland T7, Case IH Puma, Massey Ferguson 7700, or Valtra T-series. With only 2300 kg total weight and balanced weight distribution, the machine places minimal stress on the tractor's rear axle and lift capacity while still delivering full crushing power. Operators regularly report that even at the lower end of the power range (180–190 hp), the tractor stone crusher machine maintains excellent forward speed and consistent depth in medium soil conditions, making it the ideal agricultural stone crusher for family farms and contractors who do not want to tie up their largest tractor every day.

How the THOR 2.4 AR Actually Works in the Field

The heavy rotor with 42 carbide-tipped hammers spins at approximately 1800–2000 rpm (depending on PTO ratio), fracturing stones up to 30–35 cm diameter and pulverising them to 2–5 cm fragments that are then mixed back into the topsoil. The adjustable rear roller controls working depth with precision and simultaneously levels the surface, leaving a perfectly finished seedbed in a single pass. Unlike windrowers or stone collectors that merely move the problem elsewhere, the THOR 2.4 AR eliminates stones permanently, preventing future damage to harvesting equipment, tyres, and future tillage tools. This makes it one of the most effective soil preparation machines available in its power class.

Application Scenarios – Where Customers Actually Use It

Agriculture: preparing new land, cleaning fields after deep ploughing, reclaiming pasture, vineyard and orchard maintenance. Construction & landscaping: farm tracks, access roads, sports fields, equestrian arenas, car parks. Forestry: forest road maintenance, site preparation before replanting. Municipal & contractors: park paths, golf course renovation, cemetery extensions.

Application Case 1 – 180 ha Potato Farm, Flevoland, Netherlands (2024)

Farmer switched from a 20-year-old competitor machine to the THOR 2.4 AR on his Fendt 718 (195 hp). After one pass at 1.8 km/h on previously problematic clay-soil fields, stone content dropped from 18 % to under 4 %. Potato harvester speed increased by 22 %, fuel consumption dropped 15 %, and knife wear was reduced dramatically. The customer calculated ROI in less than 14 months purely on reduced harvester maintenance.

Application Case 2 – Vineyard Renovation, Mosel Valley, Germany (2023–2024)

Contractor working on steep terraces used the THOR 2.4 AR behind a Claas Arion 650 (185 hp). The machine crushed slate fragments in-situ without removing valuable topsoil. Terraces were ready for replanting three weeks faster than with traditional methods, and the client avoided €28,000 in extra topsoil purchase.

Application Case 3 – Airfield Service Road, Liège Region, Belgium (2024)

Groundworks company recycled existing stony sub-base for a new taxiway extension using the THOR 2.4 AR on a Valtra T194 (200 hp). The resulting 20 cm stabilised layer passed plate-load testing on the first attempt, saving approximately 40 % on imported aggregate compared to conventional methods.

Application Case 4 – Reclamation of Pasture Land, Friesland, Netherlands (2024)

Dairy farmer cleared 45 ha of old pasture full of glacial stones with the THOR 2.4 AR on a Massey Ferguson 7718S. After crushing, the field was seeded to maize – yield increased from 38 t/ha to 54 t/ha in the first year, with zero harvester damage reported.

Build Quality & Long-Term Reliability

The frame is constructed from high-strength steel with reinforced side plates and a fully welded rotor housing. All wear parts (hammers, counter-blades, roller bearings) are over-specified for European conditions. The helical hammer arrangement reduces vibration and power peaks, resulting in smoother operation and longer driveline life on the tractor PTO shafts. Many units in Brazil have exceeded 5000 hours with only routine hammer replacement – the same durability is now proven in European conditions.

Watanabe Netherlands Branch – European Presence & Genuine Support

Watanabe Netherlands Branch is the official European headquarters for Watanabe Industry and Machine Trade Ltd., Brazil. We maintain stock of complete THOR machines and all critical wear parts in our Dutch warehouse, offer full CE-compliant preparation and testing, provide technical support in Dutch, English and German, and guarantee genuine spare parts delivery within 48–72 hours to most EU countries. Every machine sold in Europe receives a comprehensive pre-delivery inspection and operator training if requested.

• "The THOR 2.4 works every day on our 200 hp tractor without complaint – much smoother than the old machine and stones are actually gone, not just pushed aside." – Farmer from Flevoland, Netherlands.
• "Perfect size for our steep vineyards – good balance on the tractor and excellent crushing result even on hard slate." – Contractor from Mosel Valley, Germany.
• "Saved us a lot of money on aggregate for the airfield road – the machine paid for itself on that single job." – Groundworks manager from Liège area, Belgium.
• "Finally got rid of the stones that were killing our maize harvester – the difference in yield is incredible." – Dairy farmer from Friesland, Netherlands.
• "Very satisfied – parts arrived next day when we needed new hammers, and the machine itself feels bulletproof." – Contractor from Nord-Pas-de-Calais, France.