2025 Vermeer® Compost Turners CT718
- Year 2025
- Make Vermeer®
- Model Compost Turners
- Engine C15
2025 Vermeer® Compost Turners CT718
2025 Vermeer® Compost Turners CT718
Read all control gauges at a glance with a control display style and full instrument panel.
Operators can experience improved visibility of the windrows with side- and rear-view cameras.
The machine is constructed of structural steel tubing and plates. The durable frame adds rigidity to help prolong the life of bearings and drum shafts. Machine tunnels are built with steel plates to help protect and extend the life of the high wear zone.
Vermeer offers a series of flail options to match your material in order to maximize your composting process.
The mechanical belt-drive system maximizes horsepower efficiency to the drum compared to hydraulic-driven systems.
Choose between wheeled or track chassis based on your jobsite.
Features may include:
- Enhanced operator experience sets the standard for ease of operation
- Have visibility of the windrow from all directions
- An industrial design provides confidence in your investment
- Self-propelled ground drive options to fit your operation
Engine
Cylinder Liners
6
Engine Manufacturer
CAT
Engine
C15
Engine Torque, Maximum
1817 ft-lb
Emissions
TIER 4 Final
Engine Power
Gross (Maximum): 540 hp
Air Cleaner
Dry-type, dual element with service indicator
Oil Filter
Spin-on CAT advanced efficiency engine oil filter
Cooling
Medium: Caterpillar Extended Life Coolant (ELC) or a commercial extended life coolant that meets the Caterpillar EC-1 specification
Fuel System
Fuel Type
Diesel
Fuel System
Max Fuel Consumption: 29 gph
Drivetrain
Clutch
PT Tech HPTO14FX, microprocessor controlled, wet hydraulic clutch | Drive Engagement: Microprocessor based clutch controller uses a series of pulsed signals to engage drum
Drive System
Ground: Independent two-wheel drive short track system with 2 rear wheel casters / track: Full track / rubber tire: Independent four wheel drive system
Wheels & Tires
Tires, Rear Specification
21L-24 16-ply agricultural
Electric
Alternator
250 Amp
Electrical
System Voltage: 24V, with two heavy duty batteries that have a total of 2800 CCA | System Protection: Primary disconnect and fusible links
Operational
Operating Conditions
Air to Boil Temperature: 128 deg
Top Speed
Ground Drive: 5 mph | Tracks: 3.4 mph | Rubber Tire: 5 mph
Hydraulics
Hydraulic Type
Recommended Hydraulic Fluid: ISO 68 (or Vermeer equivalent) | Filtration Method: Return filters and suction strainers
Ground Pressure
24.1 psi | Track: 18 psi | Rubber tire: 25.3 psi / 24.1 psi
Dimensions
Windrow Width
18 ft
Height
Windrow: 7 ft
Transport Length
Maximum Ground Drive: 32 ft | Maximum Tracks: 25.8 ft | Ground Drive Rubber Tire Maximum: 25 ft / 32 ft
Dimensions
Maximum Angle of Continuous Operation: 30 deg | Track Size: 66" (167.6 cm) / track: 138" (350.5 cm)
Transport Height
Maximum Ground Drive: 12.5 ft | Maximum Tracks: 12.5 ft | Ground Drive Rubber Tire Maximum: 12.5 ft
Transport Width
Maximum Ground Drive: 11.2 ft | Maximum Tracks: 11.9 ft | Ground Drive Rubber Tire: 11.9 ft / 11.2 ft
Capacities
Oil capacity
40 qt
Fuel Capacity
200 gal
Hydraulic Capacity
Tank: 40 gal
Cooling System
Coolant Capacity (Engine and Radiator): 18 gal
Weights
Weight
Ground Drive: 56000 lbs | Ground Drive Tracks: 57000 lbs | Rubber Tire: 46500 lbs | 53000 lbs
Features
Features
Fan: Flexxaire 40" (101.6 cm) diameter, auto reversing, variable pitch | Number of Coolers: 1 - HYD / 1 – CLUTCH | System Protection: System Protection
Oil Type
Recommended: Caterpillar DEO-ULS (Diesel Engine Oil-Ultralow Sulfur) multigrade SAE 10W-40