Retriever Self Loading Trailer

Retriever Self Loading Trailer

Bumper Pull Model

Bestway offers several different models of the RetrieverTM SLT in a bumper pull trailer configuration, the SLT 16B and the SLT 16B "Short" both with (two 8,000# torsion axles). We also offer the SLT 20B and SLT 20BHD both with (two 10,000# torsion axles).

RetrieverTM SLT bumper pull models offer great flexibility to the operator by allowing greater access to different towing vehicles. The RetrieverTM SLT bumper pull models also offer the lowest initial cost of ownership. Maximum implement width for the bumper pull models is approximately 36'. Overall length of the bumper pull models is 28'6".

Bumper Pull Model SLT 16B "Short" SLT 16B SLT 20B SLT 20BHD
GVWR 16,000#'s 16,000#'s 20,000#'s 20,000#'s
Axles (2) 8,000# torsion (2) 8,000# torsion (2) 10,000# torsion (2) 10,000# torsion
Brakes All Wheel Electric Drum with Battery Backup Breakaway System
Coupler Pintle Ring 3" Diameter (optional 2 5/16" Ball Hitch)
Lighting DOT Approved Lighting with all LED lights
Jack Single 8,000# Drop Foot Jack
Safety Chains (2) 26,400# Capacity Forged Hook
Trailer Weight 5640#'s 6220#'s 6270#'s 6470#'s
Trailer Length 23'0" 30'0" 30'0" 30'0"
Trailer Width 101" 101" 101" 101"
Maximum Implement Length 27' 40' 40' 40'
Engine Honda GX200, Gas Four Stroke OHV 5.5hp @3600rpm
Electrical Connection 7-Pole Connection Plug
Tires (4) 215/75R17.5 (4) 215/75R17.5 (4) 235/75R17.5 (4) 235/75R17.5
Outriggers Hydraulic, Independent Operation

Gooseneck Model

Five Retriever SLT gooseneck models are available ranging in load length capability from 42 ½ feet all the way up to 54 feet! Choose from two 8,000 or 10,000 lb torsion axles or three 8,000 lb torsion axles on our largest models.

Gooseneck Model SLT 16G SLT 20G SLT 20GLHD SLT 24GLHD SLT 24GXLHD
GVWR 16,000#'s 20,000#'s 20,000#'s 24,000#'s 24,000#'s
Axles (2) 8,000# torsion (2) 10,000# torsion (2) 10,000# torsion (3) 8,000# torsion (3) 8,000# torsion
Brakes All Wheel Electric Drum with Battery Backup Breakaway System
Coupler 2 5/16" Adjustable Ball Coupler (optional King-Pin)
Lighting DOT Approved Lighting with all LED lights
Jack Single 12,000# Drop Foot Jack
Safety Chains (2) 26,400# Capacity Forged Hook
Trailer Weight 7120#'s 7170#'s 7670#'s 7892#'s 8292#'s
Trailer Length (overall) 34'4" 34'4" 38' 38' 41'7"
Trailer Width 101" 101" 101" 101" 101"
Maximum Load Length 42 1/2' 42 1/2' 49' 49' 54'
Engine Honda GX200, Gas Four Stroke OHV 5.5hp @3600rpm
Electrical Connection 7-Pole Connection Plug
Tires (4) 215/75R17.5 (4) 235/75R17.5 (4) 235/75R17.5 (6) 215/75R17.5 (6) 215/75R17.5
Outriggers Hydraulic, Independent Operation

Features

HYDRAULIC OUTRIGGERS
Hydraulic Outriggers are standard equipment on all Retriever SLTs to make it even easier to load heavy implements. They operate independently to allow the operator to compensate for uneven ground when loading and unloading the trailer.

HITCHING TO A UNIT OR HEAD
The operator backs the trailer up to the head or 3-point implement, lowers the outriggers for stability, and attaches the lift arms or head adapter to the unit to be transported.

LIFTING THE HEAD OR IMPLEMENT
After attaching the Retriever™ lift system to the head or implement, the load is raised hydraulically to prepare for rotation to the transport position.

ROTATING THE LOAD FOR TRANSPORT
Once fully lifted by the Retriever™ the operator engages the rotator hydraulic control lever to turn the unit lengthwise on the trailer for transport. After the unit is rotated for transport the operator engages the hydraulic lock system and lowers the unit down onto the lock for secure transport.

LOADING AND UNLOADING ON HEAD TRAILERS
The Retriever™ can load from, or unload onto, most head trailers, providing the ultimate in versatility.

3-POINT EQUIPMENT
There's no need for "lowboy" trailers and a tractor or forklift to load 3-point equipment off the farm with the Retriever™... one man, one truck and the Retriever™ make short work of these jobs!

LARGE HEADS
Moving large heads, like this 12 row model, is all in a days work for the Retriever™. With tandem heavy-duty torsion axles, the Retriever ™ delivers a smooth ride when loaded.

HIGH VISIBILITY GOOSE NECK HITCH
The Retriever's high visibility goose neck hitch was designed specifically for Retriever™ application to provide the clearest operator view when backing up to an implement or head.

RETRIEVER™ LIFT SYSTEM
The Retriever™ features a massive rotation and lift system with 6" x 12" main hydraulic lift cylinders. Cylinder rods are 3" diameter for maximum strength.

3-POINT LIFT SYSTEM
The Retriever's 3-Point Lift System makes hitching to 3-Point equipment easier with the hydraulic extendable top link. Lower link arms are equipped with heavy-duty pintle type latches that open widely for easy hook up and feature positive locks to hold loads in place.

LED LIGHTS
Retriever™ SLT's feature full DOT approved LED lighting. LED lights provide a tremendous reliability and service life advantage over old style "incandescent" type lights. The Retriever's LED lights are estimated to achieve a 100,000 hour service life! The Retriever™ wiring is a plug in modular design enclosed in a braided nylon harness which can be replaced in the future if ever needed with an easy to install, exact factory replacement harness.

RUB RAILS AND TIE DOWNS
Standard equipment on all Retrievers. Includes heavy-duty rub rails and tie down stake pockets on both sides of the trailer to provide numerous tie down points for securing loads.

REMOTE HYDRAULIC OUTLETS
The Retriever is equipped with one set of hydraulic remote valves to unfold wing-fold 3-point implements and stack-fold planters, etc., before lifting and transporting. Remotes are conveniently located at the very rear of the Retriever™.

Options

CLAAS FORAGE HARVESTER HEAD ADAPTER
The Claas Forage Harvester Head Adapter allows owners to use their Retriever SLT trailer for transporting Claas forage harvester heads. Forage harvester heads can be challenging to load and transport on conventional trailers and the new Retriever Claas Forage Harvester Head Adapater solves that problem. This setup is great for both dealers and forage harvester operators alike.

OPTIONAL DECKING
Optional decking (two panels on bumper pull, four panels on goose neck models) provides operators an additional payoff by combining light freight movements with Retriever jobs.

SPARE TIRE
Keep your Retriever on the move with the optional spare tire and mount kit. SLT models 16B and 16G feature the 215/75R17.5 tire and heavy duty solid steel rim. The SLT 20B, SLT 20G and SLT 20GL models feature 235/75R17.5 tires.

KING-PIN HITCH FOR GOOSE NECK
Tow your Retriever SLT with a Semi-Tractor with the addition of our King-Pin Hitch. The 4" square diameter fits right in the existing goose neck coupler tube. Features a 10" bolster plate and is rated at 30,000#.

HEAD ADAPTER
The Retriever head adapter makes moving combine heads including small grain, flex, corn and many draper heads, a one-man operation. One head adapter moves John Deere corn and small grain heads made since 1970 and Case-IH "new style" heads since 2006 as well as New Holland heads since 2002. With additional "pin on" arms the adapter converts to move "old style" Case-IH heads and other brands. A separate adapter is available for LEXION combine heads. Check with your Retriever representative for specific model applications.

HEAD ADAPTER STORAGE
Included in the Head Adapter option package is this handy stow bracket that provides secure storage for the head adapter when not installed on the 3-point arms. The head adapter mounts to the stow bracket with the same pins used to mount it to the 3-point arms.

CABCAM VIDEO SYSTEM
The optional CabCAM video system provides the operator a clear view of the rear of the Retriever and the implement or head while backing up during the hitching process. Kit includes a weatherproof black and white camera with audio capability and a 5.5" CRT black and white monitor for the truck cab. Also included is a custom bracket to mount the camera on the rear of the Retriever.

Bigham Brothers 16 Row Strip Till Machine

Bigham Brothers 16 Row Strip Till Machine

Retriever 20GL with Peterbuilt service truck

Retriever 20GL with Peterbuilt service truck

Retriever 20GL with Kingpin Hitch setup

Retriever 20GL with Kingpin Hitch setup

16 row 30' JD Row Crop Cultivator on a Retriever SLT 20GL

16 row 30' JD Row Crop Cultivator on a Retriever SLT 20GL

Transporting lawn mower on optional decking package

Transporting lawn mower on optional decking package

Preparing to lift John Deere 1293 corn head

Preparing to lift John Deere 1293 corn head

Transporting John Deere 1293 corn head on Retriever 16G

Transporting John Deere 1293 corn head on Retriever 16G

John Deere 640B Forage head on Retriever for delivery

John Deere 640B Forage head on Retriever for delivery

Retriever loaded with 3 pt. Dammer Diker

Retriever loaded with 3 pt. Dammer Diker

Loading lawn mower onto optional decking

Loading lawn mower onto optional decking

Lift system hooked up to 3 pt. Monosem 12 row stack fold planter

Lift system hooked up to 3 pt. Monosem 12 row stack fold planter

Rotating Monosem 12 row stack fold planter for transport

Rotating Monosem 12 row stack fold planter for transport

Retriever 16B spare tire option

Retriever 16B spare tire option

Lifting Case/IH 3208 8 Row Corn Head

Lifting Case/IH 3208 8 Row Corn Head

Transporting Case/IH 3208 8 Row Corn Head

Transporting Case/IH 3208 8 Row Corn Head

Loaded with Landoll 7 Shank Ripper

Loaded with Landoll 7 Shank Ripper

Loaded with John Deere 622F Head

Loaded with John Deere 622F Head

Transporting Case/IH 2020 30' Head

Transporting Case/IH 2020 30' Head

Lifting Case/IH 2020 30' Head off of standard header cart

Lifting Case/IH 2020 30' Head off of standard header cart

The Retriever can load or unload heads from your standard header cart

The Retriever can load or unload heads from your standard header cart

Operator rotating John Deere 1293 head into transport position

Operator rotating John Deere 1293 head into transport position

Transporting a Case/IH 1020 20' (Old Style) head

Transporting a Case/IH 1020 20' (Old Style) head

Monosem 12 Row Stack Fold planter in transport

Monosem 12 Row Stack Fold planter in transport

Monosem 12 Row Stack Fold planter on Retriever 16G

Monosem 12 Row Stack Fold planter on Retriever 16G

Landoll 3 Pt. 7 Shank Ripper in Transport on Retriever 16B

Landoll 3 Pt. 7 Shank Ripper in Transport on Retriever 16B

Garfield Box Blade loaded on Retriever 16B

Garfield Box Blade loaded on Retriever 16B

Garfield Box Blade loaded on Retriever 16B

Garfield Box Blade loaded on Retriever 16B

John Deere 12 Row 1710 planter on Retriever 16B

John Deere 12 Row 1710 planter on Retriever 16B

Great Plains 20' drill loaded on Retriever 16B

Great Plains 20' drill loaded on Retriever 16B

Aerway Pasture Renovator in transport position

Aerway Pasture Renovator in transport position

Aerway Pasture Renovator loaded on Retriever 16B

Aerway Pasture Renovator loaded on Retriever 16B

LEXION C50830 Corn Head

LEXION C50830 Corn Head

AGCO Flex Head

AGCO Flex Head

Pickett One Step 8R30

Pickett One Step 8R30

John Deere Cotton Stripper Head Adapter Option

John Deere Cotton Stripper Head Adapter Option

CLAAS Orbis Forage Harvester Head

CLAAS Orbis Forage Harvester Head

CLAAS Orbis Forage Harvester Head

CLAAS Orbis Forage Harvester Head

Special Build Model 24BHD-triple axle bumper pull

Special Build Model 24BHD-triple axle bumper pull

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