Big Valley® Cattle Management
Silencer Hydraulic Squeeze Chutes
The Silencer™ is the most innovative and technologically advanced chute in the cattle industry. Among its many unique feature are:
- A patented noise reduction system of 130 contact points sheathed in oil based polyethylene to significantly reduce the noise level.
- Full-opening head and tail door
- The headgate is wrapped in rubber to prevent shoulder damage to the animal.
- Hydraulic head restraint (becomes half of the neck bars when used that way)
- Rubber louvers prevent animals from seeing humans to the side of chute.
- Dual additional neck access for precision vaccinating.
- Choice of power units.
- For animals from 350 lbs. on up.
Deluxe Ranch Model
In addition to the above, the main frame has 4" x 2" x 1/8" rectangular tubing, 1/8" wall sidegates, and 3 -4 x 2 cylinders.
Heavy Duty Model
In addition to the standard features, the main frame has 4" x 2" x 3/16" rectangular tubing, 1/4" wall sidegates, 1/4" floor for increased life of chute, modular construction for superior maintenance, replaceable heavy duty drop bars, 10 quick change relube roller bearings - top connector and lower head door connector and 6 - 4 x 2 cylinders.
Deluxe Ranch and Heavy Duty Extended Chutes
Silencer Extended model chutes are designed with a rear door for the operator to step in behind the animal for artificial insemination, semen checking, preg checking, embryo transfer, etc.
* Weights will vary per chute with options selected. Weight of chute w/5 h.p. power unit.
Other models and options, including side exits are available. Call your local dealer for quotes.
| Description | Ranch | Heavy-Duty | Extended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Height | 93" | 93" | 93" |
| Head & Tailgate Height | 67-1/2" | 67-1/2" | 67-1/2" |
| Inside Chute Height | 67-1/2" | 67-1/2" | 67-1/2" |
| Overall Outside Length | 102" | 102" | 129" |
| Overall Inside Length | 91" | 91" | 118" |
| Total Width Doors Open | 67" | 67" | 67" |
| Total Width Doors Closed (Incl. hydraulic levers) | 59" | 59" | 59" |
| Description | Item No. | Est. Wt. Lbs. |
|---|---|---|
| Deluxe Ranch Chute w/Left-Hand Controls | 62175712 | 2385* |
| Deluxe Ranch Extended w/Left-Hand Controls and L.H. Palp Door | 62150252 | 3190* |
| Heavy Duty Chute w/Left-Hand Controls | 62175802 | 2830* |
| Heavy Duty Extended w/Left-Hand Controls and L.H. Palp Door | 62175902 | 3885* |
| Trailer for Ranch Chute model ONLY - w/rims less rubber | 62175752 | 300 |
| Description | Item No. | Est. Wt. Lbs. |
|---|---|---|
| Hydraulic Electronic Scale Kit 10,000 lb. Cap. w/615 Indicator and RS232 Communication Point (Kit to field mount scale to chute) If ordered separately, need to add UPS charge (1-12 lb. & 2-55 lb. Boxes) | 3158059 | 122 |