Q-Catch 8708 Mobile Cattle System

87 Series Crush - 8’ Adjustable Race - Sweep Pen

Incorporating the flagship model in the Arrowquip range, the 87 Series. This compact system is super heavy duty with more access points, more steel and a 5 Year Warranty.

Additional quiet points make this crush quieter than ever before with a virgin rubber floor to help keep stress low.

The Q-Catch 8708 Mobile system is low maintenance and comes with an industry leading -5 year warranty.

Other options

  • 878: 87 Series Crush - 8’ Adjustable Race

  • 8718: 87 Series Crush - 16’ Race - Sweep Pen

  • 7408: 74 Series Crush - 8’ Adjustable Race - Sweep Pen

87 SERIES MANUAL SQUEEZE CRUSH AS STANDARD

The 8708 incorporates the top of the range Q-Catch 87 Series Manual Squeeze crush as standard with all of the same great features as the static 87 Series crushes.

Including:

  • Q-Catch 3E Head Gate - open from anywhere along the side of the crush

  • Infinite lock squeeze

  • Full access both sides including full height needle doors

  • Vet access door

  • Sliding rear door

  • Nylon bushed moving parts

  • Rubber floor

You can learn more about this crush by visiting the 87 Series page here.

 

full Side access

With a range of access points the Q-Catch 87 Series gives users multiple options to best suits their working practises.

Horizontal opening top and bottom doors which can be pegged together and operated as one.

Opening and removable ‘branding gates’ (black railed sections) can also be reversed to open either way

Drop down and removable needle access door for TB testing


ADJUSTABLE WIDTH ‘EASYFLOW’ RACE

Directly behind the crush we have an 8’ long, adjustable width race. Being able to narrow the race means smaller cattle can be handled without them turning. This saves time, effort and reduces the rick of injury to stock.

The sides of the race are cradle shaped to discourage jumping and can also be laid flat in case required as an emergency exit.

Simple pull rope latch assembly for quick adjustment.

For more race take a look at the 8718 - same great features as the 8708 but with a 16’ race.

Foldable sweep pen

The 8708 comes as standard with a unique half-round sweep pen which can be neatly folded for transport.

Allows for safer handling of cattle to load the race.

Sweep gate automatically latches as it is brought behind the cattle.

Available in left of right hand configurations.

BudFlow Option

For improved cattle flow, easier access and for handling more cattle, the 8708 can be specified with a BudFlow sweep pen. This is an extra curved panel on the sweep pen to make 3/4s of a circle plus the new 3E man door which allows access into the sweep pen and also helps improve cattle flow giving room for cattle to pass each other as they approach the race entrance.

Extra Strong

The Q-Catch 87 Series features an upgraded main frame with 3”x3” base frame and 6”x2” top beams.

Fork slots above can be used for moving the system where towing is not possible.

Jacking System Options

A standard the 8708 comes with a manual jacking kit. Winding a handle operates each side jack simultaneously to lift the unit from the ground allowing the wheels to be removed and placed out of the way of the operators.

A hydraulic jack system can be specified. This unit comes with it’s own power supply (battery and solar panel), pump, oil reservoir and push button operation. This allows the unit to be lifted and lowered with no external power supply whilst stood next to the system for easy and safe control. Ideal for farms looking to move the system regularly.

Forklift slots in the top of the unit allow for lifting into place where towing is not an option.

WEIGHING KIT

An aluminium platform can be added to the race section of the system to facilitate accurate weighing.

Heavy duty, purpose made platform to fit the Arrowquip mobile systems.

Shape helps to eliminate foot traps.

Suitable for use with TruTest or Gallagher 600mm load bars.

Our full range of weighing and EID equipment can be found here.

8708 Video

Please note: video shows 8708 and 8718 models. 8708 - 8’ race. 8718 - 16’ race.

 

Optional Extras

 

Q-Catch Cattle Head Scoop

The Third-Generation Q-Catch Cattle Head Scoop (patented) uses a scissor action motion to securely hold the head in place.

  • Simple push pull operation

  • Single lever control uses a dual friction lock with infinite adjustments

  • Adjustable height to fit any size animal

  • 10-year warranty

  • Fits all crushes in the Q-Catch and Q-Power range

Sternum Bar

Simple, bolt-in attachment. A Sternum Bar helps to prevent cattle from going down inside the crush. The sheeted design helps to minimise foot traps and the whole thing can be removed quickly and easily with just two bolts.

  • Easy to remove

  • Sheeted to reduce foot-traps

  • Shaped to allow fertility tests on bulls when still in place

  • Suitable for all crushes and portable units in the Q-Catch 87 and 74 and Q-Power 104 and 107 range.

Weighing Equipment

All Arrowquip crushes are suitable for having load bars attached. We recommend TruTest HD5T load bars which are very robust and can be attached with minimal work.

  • Rated for up to 5 tons

  • Galvanised casing

  • Comes with bolts for fastening directly to concrete floor

  • Accurate

  • Robust

Requires a compatible load indicator - please see our Weighing and EID page to find out more.