turf rake
Stone Picker
The Turf Rake is a tractor-towed stone picker that levels the ground and removes stones and debris in a single pass with its patented tine-and-conveyor raking system. Because it cleans and levels at once, it replaces several separate machines. We build three Turf Rake models, for areas from horse arenas to golf-course construction — compare them below.
Turf Rake Models
The Turf Rake stone picker comes in three models sized to the job: the popular 600HD, the mid-size 400HD, and the compact Model 400. All remove small rocks from 1⁄2″ to 4″ that larger pickers leave behind.
| Model | Cleaning width | Hopper | Dump style | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600HD | 7 ft | 3 yd³ | High dump (9 ft) | Most popular — medium–large areas |
| 400HD | 6 ft | 2 yd³ | High dump (9 ft) | Mid-size areas |
| 400 | 6 ft | 1 yd³ | Ground dump | Smaller areas / lower cost |
MODEL 600HD
At 3,800 pounds, the 600HD is H. Barber & Sons’ largest TURF RAKE. It is best for large-scale development projects and soil grooming & refurbishment. Cleaning a seven (7) foot wide path the 600HD can clean up to three (3) acres per hour. The two (2) cubic yard hopper can lift up to 3,800 pounds of material and dump its contents hydraulically from a clearance height of nine (9) feet. The TURF RAKE stone rake removes debris and leaves the area ready for immediate seeding. No additional cleanup is necessary
MODEL 400HD
At 2,700 pounds, the 400HD stone rake is H. Barber & Sons’ mid-sized TURF RAKE. As a powerful all-rounder, it is equipped with a two (2) cubic yard hopper that will lift 2,400 pounds of debris to a dumping height of nine (9) feet for depositing debris in dumpsters or trucks. This mid-size model uses the same heavy-duty conveyor and dump components as the 600HD. The 400HD can clean up to two (2) acres per hour.
MODEL 400
The model 400 is Barber’s smallest stone rake and is an excellent stone picker for regular maintenance of private areas, like horse arenas and sports fields. It weighs 1,900 pounds and can lift up to 2,000 pounds in its one (1) cubic yard hopper. Its hydraulic discharge places material neatly on the ground. Within one (1) hour, the model 400 can effectively clean up to two (2) acres.
OPTIONS
FINISHER ASSEMBLY
The Finisher Assembly acts as a final turf grooming tool and attaches to the rear of all Barber TURF RAKES. After the SOIL has been purified, the finisher smooths the tire tracks and gives the turf a combed appearance for even turf preparation. In addition to creating an inviting path, the finisher is easily controlled. It can be set to automatically lower and raise when the PTO and conveyor are activated from the cab of the tractor, eliminating the need to think about it and streamlining the cleaning process.
CASTeR GROUP
Self-centering casters can be attached to the front of the TURF RAKE line of stone pickers to greatly expand their functions beyond stone picking. TURF RAKES equipped with casters gain the ability to remove litter and debris on grass, soil, or pavement. The casters guide the TURF RAKE along the contour of the cleaning surface to ensure even cleaning, without damaging the cleaning surface. In this way, the TURF RAKE becomes an effective litter collector and de-thatcher.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Turf Rake removes stones from 1/2 inch to 4 inches in diameter. The tines penetrate the soil to extract buried stones, ensuring a thick, stone-free top layer rather than just skimming the surface.
Both. The 600HD and 400HD models are suited for large-scale initial development. The smaller Model 400 is designed for regular maintenance of private areas like horse arenas and sports fields where frost heaves continually surface new stones over time.
The Turf Rake adjusts from 1 inch to 4 inches deep. This allows it to extract buried stones rather than just surface debris, ensuring a thorough, stone-free layer.
The 600HD has a 2-cubic-yard hopper lifting up to 3,800 lbs and dumping hydraulically from 9 feet. The 400HD also has a 2-cubic-yard hopper lifting 2,400 lbs to a 9-foot dump height. The Model 400 has a 1-cubic-yard hopper lifting 2,000 lbs, with hydraulic discharge placing material on the ground.
Yes. The Turf Rake combines stone removal and soil leveling in a single pass using its patented tine and sifting conveyor technology, eliminating the need for a separate grading pass and leaving the area ready for immediate seeding.
The Turf Rake handles stones from 1/2 inch to 4 inches in diameter effectively. Very large boulders beyond the tine capacity would need manual removal before or after the Turf Rake pass. For typical soil prep and arena maintenance, the covered size range is comprehensive.