Plot Combine Harvester for PMC

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking a self-propelled plot combine harvester with a bagging unit. The harvester should have a diesel engine with a minimum output of 52 kW, a water-cooled 4-cylinder configuration, and meet EPA Tier 4 Final or Stage 5 emission standards. The machine should also have a hydrostatic ground drive system, four-wheel drive, and hydraulic rear-axle steering. The operator platform and cab should be enclosed, have air conditioning and heating, and meet applicable tip-over protection standards. The cutting platform should have a minimum width of 1.50 m, a hydraulically driven cutting knife, and a conveyor belt for continuous material flow. Some key features of the required harvester include: • Minimum grain tank capacity of 700 liters • Manually foldable unloading auger • Unloading height of at least 2.60 m • Grain tank shall hydraulically tilt to the rear of the machine for cleanout • Cleanout tray or equivalent collection point below the grain tank auger to capture residual seed • Delivery within 180 calendar days after contractor receipt of purchase order • Minimum 24-month warranty on parts and labor from date of delivery and acceptance The USDA requires the selected vendor to provide a list of authorized service and parts dealers, operator and maintenance training, and a reference guide for field operators.