UTV Sprayers: 6 Things to Look for Before You Buy

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If you’ve recently joined the UTV club (sometime’s known as RTV’s or side by sides), you’ve probably already started thinking about just how useful these machines could be for tackling weed spraying jobs. Finding the right sprayer for your UTV can be challenging – this guide aims to help you make a better decision by listing the top six things to consider based on operator feedback.

WHAT YOU SHOULD THINK ABOUT BEFORE YOU START SEARCHING

Answering the three questions below will help you make a better decision around the type of UTV sprayer you purchase. With so many options on the market, its important to narrow these down first using the questions below to save you time.

1. What will you be spraying? The type of weed or crop you’re planning to tackle will determine your need for a UTV sprayer that is designed for boom or boomless nozzle spraying or handgun spraying. Many can do a mix of both tasks but all will be stronger in either one area or the other.
2. Where will you be spraying? The terrain you’re spraying in will often determine the size of the tank you choose. Flat ground – you can afford to load up a little more (keeping within the vehicle capacity of course!), operating in hilly country? You should consider reducing the size of your tank and looking for a unit that keeps the center of gravity nice and low.
3. How often will you be spraying? Spraying once a year or once a week will make a big difference to the type of equipment you consider. 12 volt pumps are a great option for occasional use but can be slow on a big job where a petrol engine driven pump is a better choice.

SIX THINGS TO LOOK FOR WHEN CONSIDERING A UTV SPRAYER

If you’ve answered the questions above, it’s time to start looking at what makes a great UTV sprayer! We’ve collected these points up from years of operator feedback and industry knowledge to make your job easier when it comes to researching and selecting your ideal piece of equipment.

• CARRYING CAPACITY AND SIZE OF UTV BED/TRAY
• LIFTING & TIE-DOWN’S
• TANK DRAINAGE
• PUMP PERFORMANCE
• MAINTENANCE & WARRANTIES
• ACCESSORIES

UTV’s are fast becoming the vehicle of choice for many people wanting to get around their properties fast and safely, and their benefits with being able to carry large loads while easily traversing any terrain is unparalleled. With Australia’s propensity towards deep gullys and hard to reach places, weed control is no easy task. Making sure you have the right sprayer to suit your UTV is paramount.

Focus on these six important things – carrying capacity, lifting and tie-downs, tank drainage, pump performance, maintenance & warranties and available accessories – and you are sure to find a UTV sprayer that’s not only up to the task, but safe and reliable as well.

What to know more the Rapid Spray UTV Sprayer range? View the full range here such as the Spot Ranger, SprayScout, Marshal, Sidewinder, ElitePro or the Spray Ranger.