Types of Combine Headers

Harvesting work isn’t easy, so it’s important to have the right combine header for your harvester to help you get the job done. Luckily for you, at Torgerson’s Equipment, we have a wide selection of combine headers for sale! Read on to learn more about what we have to offer, and visit one of our locations in Montana when you’re ready to buy. Our team will be happy to help you pick a model that meets your needs.

Grain Headers

One popular piece of harvesting tool you’ll find on many farms is a grain header. As the name suggests, these handy implements, which are also known as drapers or wheat headers, are used for cutting and feeding wheat and grain crops. By using a canvas-style rolling mechanism, these combine headers come with a belt to gather crops from the sickle bar. After the crop is collected, it is fed to the combine for cleaning and filtering. These tools are mainly used for wheat and grain crops, besides peas and beans. 

Corn Headers

This is another popular combine header that is built to harvest row crops, such as corn. Corn headers are equipped with several cones that are attached to a platform and appear like big spikes. These cones fit nicely between rows of crops and the collecting chains pull the stalks back and slice them. While these implements are best suited for corn, they are also used for harvesting soybeans and other row crops where the stalks aren’t required for processing. 

Pick-Up Headers

These combine headers make use of a windrower to pick up crops. The windrower has long, thin rakes to gather the crop and transfer it back to the belts and the auger. This is ideal for harvesting crops, such as grains, canola, beans, peas, lentils, or grass seeds.

Auger Headers

Another useful attachment for your combine is an auger header. Auger headers feature a large-diameter horizontal auger that directs the crop into the center or the tool so it can be fed to the combine. Just like a draper implement, these headers are perfect for grains and wheat crops.

Buying Tips

To decide which piece of combine header is ideal for you, there are certain factors to consider. Certain jobs can be tackled easily by getting the right harvester and header. Do some research on your part or ask your local community what they use for similar tasks. Also, think about the size of your farm. While a small area won’t need a heavy-duty implement, it won’t be possible to cover a bigger property by using a smaller model.

We hope that this guide helps you figure out which combine header will work best for you. If you need additional information or you’re ready to check out our inventory, visit Torgerson’s Equipment at one of our locations in Montana. Our team will be happy to help you find the right model for your property, so get in touch with us today!