TURCHI · Pile drivers for agriculture
TURCHI BACCO — self-propelled for vineyards and orchards. Drives piles with precision on any terrain, one operator, zero strain. For growers who invest in quality.
2.90 m
Working height
For vineyards and orchards of any size
950J
Impact energy
Hydraulic hammer 620–1,500 bpm
1
Operator — work of five
Tracked, autonomous, controlled from the ground
BACCO is the reference machine for vineyard and orchard planting. At 4,400 kg operating weight, rubber tracks that protect soil and mast tilt +10°/-51°, it works on any slope — Tuscan hills to Apulian plains.
The real difference is specialisation. The 950 J hydraulic hammer drives wood, steel or prestressed concrete posts with equal effectiveness. One machine covers the full planting cycle, from end posts to the last line post.
Designed in Pilastro di Langhirano (Parma) with over 53 years of experience, BACCO is the choice of growers who want efficiency, accuracy and long service life.
One machine to plant the whole vineyard — one operator, from the first row to the last.
150+
posts/day
80%
less labour
BACCO was born for vineyards. It drives end and line posts on sand, clay or rock with the same efficiency. The 950 J hammer and precision sliding guide cut planting time in half. One operator replaces a crew of five.
Four steps to plant a full vineyard with one operator.
Move BACCO on rubber tracks to the exact spot. Speed: up to 3.33 km/h.
Set tilt (+10°/-51° front, ±10° side) and 600 mm sliding guide for perfect placement.
Run the 950J hammer for fast, precise driving. Variable speed from 620 to 1,500 bpm.
Go to the next post and repeat. A hectare of vineyard in one day.
No special training required. Intuitive from day one. Full control from the ground.
The numbers that matter, explained.
Type
4-cylinder diesel, liquid cooled
Reliable engine for continuous field work.
Displacement
2,197 cm³
High torque at low rpm for steady operation.
Power
35.4 kW (47.3 HP) @ 3,000 rpm — 31.3 kW @ 2,600 rpm
Full power for maximum productivity; economical rpm for travel and light work.
Air filter
Dry type
Quick service in dusty environments.
Impact energy
950 Joule
Tuned for vineyard, orchard and fence posts.
Frequency
620 – 1,500 bpm
Variable: low on hard ground, high on soft.
Hammer weight
450 kg
Mass tuned to transfer energy without excess vibration.
Points included
Ø 65 mm + Ø 110 mm
Two standard sizes for common profiles.
Max post profile
200 × 160 mm
Wood, steel and prestressed concrete.
Circuit
Open, proportional gear pump
Proven reliability and fine control.
Machine pressure
200 bar
Thrust and motion force.
Hammer pressure
170 bar
Tuned for even, accurate blows.
Oil flow
60 / 90 L/min
Dual flow for different operations.
Oil tank
140 L
Larger volume for runtime and cooling.
Operating dimensions
3,000 × 1,700 × 2,800 mm
Compact enough to work between rows.
Operating weight
4,400 kg
Low centre of gravity on slopes.
Maximum post height
2,900 mm
Covers standard vineyard and orchard heights.
Low speed
1.91 km/h
Precision moves between posts.
High speed
3.33 km/h
Faster travel inside the field.
Front tilt
+10° / -51°
Work on steep hillsides.
Side tilt
±10°
Accurate placement on cross slopes.
Hydraulic functions
4 simultaneous
Hammer, raise/lower mast, guide in/out, fourth function.
Type
Rubber tracks
Protect agricultural soil.
Travel speed
1.91 – 3.33 km/h
Two speeds for travel and positioning.
Compact dimensions and rubber tracks: BACCO moves easily between rows and loads onto a trailer without hassle.
Full point set for common diameters: Ø 48, 65, 80, 110 mm.
Zero misaligned posts. Coordinate guidance for perfectly straight rows.
Monitor the machine remotely via app. Live diagnostics, hours, maintenance alerts.
Every post plumb. Levelling compensates for slope and ground irregularity.
For every post profile you use. Quick change without tools.
1h
Maximum response time
48h
Spare parts delivery anywhere in Europe
98%
Average machine uptime
100%
Always genuine certified parts
| Metric | TURCHI BACCO | Manual method |
|---|---|---|
| Posts per day | 150+ | 40–60 |
| Operators required | 1 | 4–5 |
| Hillside work | Up to -51° front tilt | Very difficult |
| Post alignment | GPS optional | By eye / string |
| Hillside slopes | ±10° side, -51° front | Very difficult |
| Cost per post | €1–3 | €8–12 |
Posts per day
TURCHI BACCO
150+
Manual
40–60
Operators required
TURCHI BACCO
1
Manual
4–5
Hillside work
TURCHI BACCO
Up to -51° front tilt
Manual
Very difficult
Post alignment
TURCHI BACCO
GPS optional
Manual
By eye / string
Hillside slopes
TURCHI BACCO
±10° side, -51° front
Manual
Very difficult
Cost per post
TURCHI BACCO
€1–3
Manual
€8–12
Indicative comparison for typical hillside vineyard conditions.
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