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The AFT Sandbander at a glance
- No soil removed: Unique blade design cuts earth evenly and flat
- Backfill with sand, gravel, or lytag
- Minimal disturbance: Playable surfaces within 24 hours
- Clean & narrow slit for effective drainage
- Wheeled model available for easy transport, even when fully loaded
Rapid secondary drainage solution
A playable course the next day
The AFT Sandbander in action
German golf course undertaking secondary drainage with the AFT Sandbander
Main Features & Components
- Depth: 0.25m
- Width: 25mm or 35mm
- Capacity: 0.5m3 (approx. 1 tonne)
- Trailing hydraulic support wheels available for smaller tractors
- Weight: Approx. 500 to 600 kg depending on the model
Tractor Requirement
- 35+ HP with CAT I linkage
- Creeper gearbox (with a minimum speed of 300 metres/hour)
- 3-point linkage (Wheeled model is towed and does not use the top link)
- 1 set of feed/return spool valves
You can operate the AFT Sandbander with the lightest of tractors
Why choose the AFT Sandbander?
What golf clubs and sports turf contractors say about the AFT Sandbander
“With the Sandbander, we’ve seen a huge difference in firmness throughout the wet months including a big reduction in temporary green usage.”
David Stewart
Course Manager,Great Barr Golf Club
“The Sandbander is a great addition to our turfcare machines, it’s helped us out massively with our drainage projects throughout the course.”
Peter Billings
Course Manager, Radcliffe-on-Trent Golf Club
“The minimal disruption and ease of use has made the AFT Sandbander a pivotal piece of equipment for us to maintain high quality surfaces.”
Steve Hardy
Course Manager, Kenilworth Golf Club
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the AFT Sandbander be fitted onto any tractor?
The AFT Sandbander requires a 35+ HP tractor with a creeper gearbox (with a minimum speed of 300 metres per hour).
Is the AFT Sandbander easy to maintain?
Yes, occasional grease for the bearings and checking nuts and bolts.
Do you have second-hand machines available?
Yes, we sometimes do. Please contact us to find out.
What is the typical operating speed?
This depends a lot on the soil conditions. The Sandbander can operate at a speed of 0.3 to 1 km/h.
Where are your machines manufactured?
Our machines are manufactured at our factory in Sudbury, Suffolk, UK.
