BWT-1303 Bullwheel Tensioner
The Sherman + Reilly BWT-1303 is a precision bullwheel tensioner, one reel carrier, and controlled conductor payout/retrieval system in a single piece of equipment. This design stretches equipment budgets and enables operational flexibility. Tensioning capacity of 3,000 lbs. at 4 mph provides plenty of power in a compact configuration for operation where space is limited.
Twin five-groove bullwheels are 30 inches in diameter and are lined with precision machined urethane, for maintaining tight control and gentle handling of conductors. Each bullwheel is controlled by a fully adjustable 3-axis, disc-caliper braking system, which incorporates a 20 in. ventilated bronze disc for well controlled, uninterrupted pulls.
Reel stands are capable of carrying 72” diameter reels, each with quick release features and rewind capabilities. Trailer is equipped with an adjustable front jack, drop-leg rear leveling jacks, and DOT LED lighting. The continuous weld strength steel construction provides as solid and durable piece of equipment, able to withstand rough field use.
| Tensioning Capacity, max.: | 3,000 lb. |
| Line Speed, max.: | 4 mph |
| Bullwheel Size: | 30 in. dia. |
| Bullwheel Count: | 2 ea. |
| Bullwheel Groove Count: | 5 per bullwheel |
| Groove Radius: | 3/4 in. |
| Groove Lining Material: | Polyurethane, 3/4 in. thickness |
| Tensioning Brake: | 20 in. dia. disc, bronze |
| Brake Control: | 3-axis caliper, manual |
| Fairlead Rollers: | Adjustable |
| Maximum Reel Size: | 72 in. OD x 44 1/2 in. wide |
| Maximum Reel Weight: | 6,500 lb, fully loaded |
| Reel Shaft Diameter: | 2-5/8 in. |
| Reel Brake: | 16 in. dia. disc, bronze |
| Brake Control: | Hydraulic, electrically operated from operator’s position |
| Operator’s Safety Screen & Seat: | Standard |
| Frame Construction: | Steel tubing, continuous weld |
| Length, overall, nom.: | 16 ft., 6 in. |
| Width, overall, nom.: | 8 ft. |
| Height, overall, nom.: | 8 ft., 1 in. (to top of upper bullwheel) |
| Weight, nom.: | 5,000 (no options or accessories) |
| GVWR: | 11,000 lb. |
| Suspension: | Leaf spring |
| Axle Configuration: | Single |
| Wheel Configuration & Tires: | Single, 215/75R17.5 |
| Brakes, trailer: | Electric, with safety break-away switch |
| Towing Attachment: | 3 in. adjustable pintle eye |
| Safety Chains: | 2 ea., with hook |
| Front/Nose Jack: | Manual |
| Rear Jacks: | Manual |
| Tie-Downs: | D-rings, 1 in. dia. steel, (2) |
| Lights, navigation: | US DOT, LED, 12 VDC |
| Grounding: | 3/4 in. dia., copper ground loops, (4) |
| Paint: | S+R white |
