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The Surf Rake comes in several models, each sized to match beach conditions from compact private shorelines to miles of high-traffic public coast. Every model uses the same tine-raking technology and differs in cleaning width, hopper capacity, and towing requirements. Use our Surf Rake Matching Tool or compare each model’s specifications below to find your best fit.
| Model | Cleans up to | Dump style | Tractor power | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600XL | Up to 16 ac/hr | High dump | 110 hp | Largest beaches (15+ acres); doubles 600HD output |
| 600HD | Up to 8 ac/hr | High dump | 60 hp | Most popular — large municipal and resort beaches |
| 400HD | Up to 7 ac/hr | High dump | 35 hp | Medium–large beaches: resorts, public beaches, hotels & lakeshore communities |
| 400 | Up to 4 ac/hr | Ground dump | 30 hp | Smaller properties; lowest tractor requirement |
With a cleaning width of 15 feet (5m), the SURF RAKE 600XL is the largest beach cleaning machine in Barber’s lineup. Intended for use with vast beaches, it enables beach maintenance teams to clean up to 15 acres per hour. Based on the time-tested reliability, ease-of-operation, and efficiency of the 600HD, the 600XL doubles its cleaning capacity while cutting cleaning times in half.
At 3,800 pounds, the 600HD is the most widely-used beach cleaner by municipalities to clean expansive beaches. Cleaning sand up to nine (9) acres an hour with a seven (7) foot wide cleaning path, the 600HD has the greatest sand cleaning capacity of any beach cleaner in its class. The three (3) cubic yard hopper can hydraulically lift up to 4,500 pounds of material to a clearance height of nine (9) feet and dump its contents.
The 400HD has proven to be an excellent choice for resorts, hotels and lakeshore communities. At 2,700 pounds, it is the medium-sized beach rake in the SURF RAKE lineup. It is equipped with a two (2) cubic yard hopper that will lift 3,500 pounds of debris from the sand to a dumping height of nine (9) feet. This mid-size beach rake uses the same heavy-duty conveyor and dump components as the 600HD. The 400HD can clean beaches at up to seven (7) acres per hour.
The 400 is the most compact beach rake in the SURF RAKE lineup. It weighs 1,900 pounds and can lift up to 2,400 pounds in its one (1) cubic yard hopper. Its hydraulic operated hopper places collected material neatly on the ground. Within one (1) hour, the 400 can effectively clean up to five (5) acres of beach sand.
The SURF RAKE comes in four models: 600XL, 600HD, 400HD, and 400. They differ in cleaning width, hopper capacity, dump height, and overall cleaning efficiency — covering applications from large municipal beaches to smaller private resort beaches.
A hydraulic-dump hopper lifts and tips at height — useful when depositing into a truck, tall pile, or container. A ground-dump deposits material directly on the ground, where the debris depositing area is near the beach. The Model 400 uses ground dump; larger models use hydraulic dump.
The SURF RAKE is towed by a standard agricultural or utility tractor with a hydraulic circuit that drives the conveyor and raises the hopper — the implement carries no engine of its own. Beyond the horsepower listed for each model, we recommend four-wheel drive for traction in soft sand, adequate rear ballast, and a working remote hydraulic outlet. Enclosed cabs are optional but common for daily beach duty.
The SURF RAKE suits beaches of nearly any size, but the right model depends on area and access. Compact sites and tight private shorelines are usually best served by the Model 400 or 400HD, which need less tractor power and turning room. Very large or growing beaches justify the 600HD or 600XL. If your beach is small, we can help confirm whether a compact model or manual finishing is the better fit.
One SURF RAKE can service multiple beaches because tine raking adapts across sand types and debris loads, from fine dry sand to wet, weed-heavy shorelines. For a route with varied sites, choose a model sized to your largest or most demanding beach, then adjust tine depth and conveyor speed at each location. The optional Caster Group also lets the same machine clean grass or pavement between beach accounts.
Now you’re aware of the three SURF RAKE models, learn about how they can be used to clean a variety of beach cleaning applications.