Picking the right size is the biggest decision when buying a vertical mixer. Here’s every LEO model with the numbers from our product pages, so you can compare vertical TMR feed mixer sizes in one place. For how we build them, see LEO as a vertical TMR feed mixer manufacturer.
Mini mixers (single auger)
| Model | Capacity | Power |
|---|---|---|
| 7003 | 3 m³ / 106 cu ft | Ask us for tractor sizing |
| 7004 | 4 m³ / 142 cu ft | Ask us for tractor sizing |
For farms running fewer than 50 head. See mini mixers.
VT Series (twin auger)
| Model | Capacity | Power | Herd it suits |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7006VT | 6 m³ / 210 cu ft | 50 HP | 50 to 150 cows |
| 7008VT | 8 m³ / 280 cu ft | 56 HP | 100 to 200 cows |
| 7010VT | 10 m³ / 350 cu ft | 71 HP | 150 to 300 cows |
| 7013VT | 13 m³ / 460 cu ft | 92 HP | 300 to 600 cows |
| 7015VT | 15 m³ / 530 cu ft | 107 HP | 400 to 700 cows |
| 7018VT | 18 m³ / 640 cu ft | 126 HP | 500 to 900 cows |
| 7021VT | 21 m³ / 740 cu ft | 145 HP | 700+ cows |
See the VT twin auger feed mixers.
HD Series (heavy duty twin auger)
| Model | Capacity | Power | Discharge |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7014HD | 14 m³ | 99 HP | Side, truck mount option |
| 7016HD | 16 m³ | 112 HP | Side, truck mount option |
| 7018HD | 18 m³ | 127 HP | Side, truck mount option |
| 7025HD | 25 m³ | 177 HP | Front |
| 7028HD | 28 m³ | 198 HP | Front |
| 7034HD | 34 m³ | 240 HP | Front |
| 7040HD | 40 m³ | 283 HP | Two side |
| 7045HD | 45 m³ | 318 HP | Two side |
See the HD heavy duty feed mixers. Custom builds beyond 45 m³ are available on order.
How to pick your size
- Find your biggest feeding group.
- Work out the ration volume for that group.
- Pick a mixer that holds it at 70 to 80 percent full.
- Check your tractor can supply the power.
Herd ranges above are a starting point. Ration density changes the answer. See how to size a vertical feed mixer.
Loading heights and widths by model
Your loader and your barn doors decide what fits as much as your herd does.
| Model | Loading height | Machine width | Machine length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7006VT | 1,980 mm | 1,880 mm | 4,659 mm |
| 7010VT | 2,280 mm | 2,270 mm | 5,740 mm |
| 7013VT | 2,460 mm | 2,575 mm | 6,600 mm |
| 7021VT | 3,098 mm | 2,490 mm | 7,060 mm |
HD loading heights run from 2,430 mm on the 7014HD to 2,870 mm on the 7028HD.
Common sizing mistakes
- Sizing by total herd instead of largest group.
- Forgetting loading height until the loader can’t reach.
- Buying a mixer the tractor can’t run.
- Packing the tub to the top every load.
FAQ
### What’s the smallest LEO vertical mixer?
The 7003 mini mixer at 3 m³.
### What’s the largest?
The 7045HD at 45 m³, with custom builds beyond that.
### Which size is most popular?
On our VT page the 7006VT, 7010VT, 7013VT and 7018VT are marked popular. On the HD page, the 7014HD, 7028HD and 7045HD.
Picking between two sizes
If you’re between two models, ask: will my herd grow in the next five years? Do I want one load per feeding or two? Can my tractor handle the bigger one? If the answer to the first two is yes and your tractor fits, go up a size.
Fit, weight and final checks
Machine width and length matter as much as capacity on older farms with narrow gates and tight sheds. The 7006VT is 1,880 mm wide and 4,659 mm long, while the 7013VT is 2,575 mm wide and 6,600 mm long. Measure your tightest gate, feed alley and shed door before you settle on a size, and make sure there’s room to turn at the end of the bunk.
Also check load weight. The 7006VT carries up to 1,900 kg, the 7010VT up to 3,100 kg and the 7013VT up to 5,000 kg. Your yard, bridges and tractor brakes all need to handle a full mixer.
If you’re still unsure, send us your largest group size, ration and tractor. We’ll work out the volume and tell you which model fits, and which one is a stretch.
Next step
Send us your herd and ration, or find a dealer.
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