Taizy forage chopper can cut the stalks of crops such as beans, corn, rice, wheat, and alfalfa for use as feed for animals like cattle, horses, sheep, geese, chickens, and ducks.

It can be driven by an electric motor, a diesel, a gasoline engine, or a PTO with three settings—long, medium, and short—to cut the stalks to different lengths according to the different feeding habits of various animals.

working video of silage cutting machine

What are the highlights of this forage chopper?

  • Our silage chaff cutter has a wide range of applications. It can chop both dry and wet stalks into lengths of 5mm-35mm for different requirements of livestock feeding.
  • After the update, our forage chopper can now cut 1.2t to 10t of silage per hour, which can not only support small and medium-sized farms, but can also make large-scale silage processing.
  • Considering regional differences in energy supply, we offer three different energy supply methods: electric motor, diesel engine, and tractor(PTO).
  • Taizy supports a variety of customization needs, including custom wheels, custom conveyor belts, and custom feeding methods, etc.

Chaff cutter machine’s structure

The machine has a simple structure, mainly consisting of a feed inlet, a knife cavity, the power system, adjusting gears, and a discharge outlet.

structure of silage cutter
structure of silage cutter

Large machines typically have a conveyor belt installed at the feed inlet, as well as a support frame for easy connection to a tractor. If you have special requirements, we can also customize them to your needs, including colors, tires, etc.

structure of straw shredder
structure of straw shredder

Models and parameters of the grass chaff cutter machine

We have various models for different cutting capacities. The machines are divided into two main categories: medium-sized electric chaff cutters and large-sized forage chopper machines.

1. Medium-sized electric chaff cutter

模型9Z-1.29Z-1.59Z-1.8
Structure typeDisk typeDisk typeDisk type
力量2.2-3kw motor,
8hp diesel engine,
170F gasoline
2.2-3kw motor,
8hp diesel engine,
170F gasoline
2.2-3kw motor,
8hp diesel engine,
170F gasoline
重量80kg90kg100公斤
Dimension660*995*1840mm770*1010*1870mm800*1010*1900mm
容量1200kg/h1500公斤/小时1800kg/h
Speed of main shaft950r/min950r/min950r/min
转子直径470mm510mm560mm
刀片数量6pcs6pcs6pcs
Blades shaperectanglerectanglerectangle
Speed of feeding roller360r/min360r/min360r/min
Feeding modeManualManualManual
切碎尺寸5mm,11mm,15mm5mm,11mm,15mm5mm,11mm,15mm
Feeding inlet width170mm180mm220mm
Parameters of medium-sized forage choppers

This lightweight hay shredder is compact and lightweight, and its manual feeding method makes it suitable for small/medium-sized family farms or users with limited budgets and space.

2. Large-sized forage chopper machine

模型9Z-2A9Z-3A9Z-4.5A9Z-6.5A9Z-10A
Structure typeDisk typeDisk typeDisk typeDisk typeDisk type
力量3–4kW3.5–5.5kW5.5kW7.5kW15kW
柴油发动机8–12hp8–12hp12–15hp15–20hp25–30hp
重量110kg180kg300公斤420kg800kg
总体尺寸1050*1000*1470mm1480*1120*1735mm1737*1575*2315mm2147*1600*2756mm2580*2200*2930mm
容量2t/h3吨/小时3–4t/h5t/h10t/h
Speed of main shaft1690rpm1290rpm740rpm650rpm500rpm
转子直径550mm615mm740mm1000mm1270mm
刀片数量6pcs3+4pcs4pcs6pcs3pcs
Blades shapeSectorSectorArcArcArc
Speed of feeding roller360rpm276rpm207rpm260rpm72rpm
Feeding modeManualAutomaticAutomaticAutomaticAutomatic
切碎尺寸15/35mm10/35mm11/22/34/44mm12/18/25/35mm12/18/25/35mm
Feeding inlet width160mm170mm220mm260mm400mm
Parameters of large-sized forage choppers

Except for the 2A model, which is manual, all other medium to large-sized forage shredders are equipped with conveyor belts for automatic feeding. They can process coarse straw, long-fiber plants, and heavy forage, making them suitable for professional farms, cooperatives, and large-scale feed mills.

FAQ of Taizy forage chopper

What is a corn stalk chopper?

This is an agricultural machine that chops/shreds feed materials such as grass, hay, and straw (e.g., corn stalks) into shorter pieces, which are typically used for silage or feed mixing.

Can the length of the chopped feed be adjusted?

Yes, it can be adjusted according to different settings, within the 10-35mm range.

What are the common power types for forage choppers?

Electric motors, diesel engines, and PTOs

Is the machine expensive to maintain?

The main maintenance costs include blade replacement, conveyor chain or belt lubrication, and engine maintenance. So the overall cost is not high.

Agricultural chaff cutter selection guide

How to improve the efficiency of using a forage chopper?

  • Keep the blades sharp and replace them regularly to ensure machine cutting efficiency.
  • If feeding manually, provide a stable feed and avoid overloading the machine at once. If the feed is via a conveyor belt, be careful to avoid debris clogging the system.
  • Regular maintenance is crucial for extending the machine’s lifespan. Frequently checking the lubrication of the chains and bearings, as well as inspecting fasteners, is necessary.

How to choose the most suitable forage chopping machine?

When purchasing, consider the following key factors:

  • Estimate the required chopping volume per hour based on feed intake.
  • Before feeding, determine the feed type is hay, straw, or a mixture.
  • Adjust the settings to decide the chopping length, whether short or long pieces are needed to satisfy the feeding requirements.
  • Estimate your budget in advance. If it’s an imported machine, also consider transportation and installation costs.

Recently, we also launched a 15A straw cutter machine with a larger capacity. Taizy is continuing to develop better products for more clients’ needs. Here are the pictures of our testing machine in one of our factories.

If you would like to find a perfect silage chaff cutter, please contact us. Our professional service personnel will introduce you to the most suitable machine for your farm and business!

If you are interested in a small chaff cutter, please click this link: Small Chaff Cutter Machine For Cattle Feed Preparation.