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Osborne RF2 Wean-to-Finish Pig Feeder – Mechanical Flow Hog Feeder
The Osborne RF2 Wean-to-Finish Pig Feeder is designed to provide pigs from approximately 30 pounds to market weight with reliable access to fresh feed while reducing waste and improving feed efficiency. Its patented mechanical-flow feeding system allows pigs to control feed delivery through interaction with the feed wheel rather than relying on gravity flow. This design helps improve feed-to-gain ratios while minimizing wasted feed in the trough.
Built for demanding livestock environments, the RF2 feeder features a reinforced fiberglass hopper and trough combined with durable steel structural components. The round trough design provides 360-degree feeding access, allowing pigs to eat comfortably with less crowding while maximizing pen space. This durable feeding system is engineered for long-term performance in commercial swine operations, small farm hog barns, and livestock feeding facilities.
RF2 Big Wheel Pig Feeder Specifications
| Model Number | RF2 |
|---|---|
| Feed Capacity | 235 lbs (105 kg) |
| Feeder Height | 36 in (91 cm) |
| Trough Diameter | 31 in (79 cm) |
| Recommended Hog Weight | 30 lbs to market weight |
| Maximum Hog Capacity | Up to 60 head |
Feed capacity based on feed density of approximately 42 lbs per cubic foot.
Key Features
- Patented mechanical-flow feed delivery controlled by pig interaction
- Helps improve feed-to-gain ratios while reducing feed waste
- Reinforced fiberglass hopper and trough designed for long service life
- Round, self-cleaning trough eliminates corners where feed can accumulate
- 360-degree feeding access reduces crowding and feeding stress
- Durable painted steel components with optional galvanized or stainless configurations available
- Compact round design takes up less pen space than rectangular feeders
- Includes hopper lid to help protect feed when used outdoors
- Easy to clean and maintain in demanding livestock environments
- Ships knocked down on a pallet with assembly and operating instructions
Product Details
The RF2 Big Wheel Pig Feeder is built to deliver dependable feeding performance for swine operations focused on efficiency and feed savings. Its patented mechanical-flow feeding system requires pigs to rotate the feed wheel in the trough to release feed from the hopper. Unlike traditional gravity-flow feeders that can overfill troughs, the mechanical system dispenses feed only when animals activate the wheel. When the trough is full, the internal design prevents additional feed from being released, helping reduce waste and maintain consistent feeding conditions.
The feeder features an abrasion-resistant reinforced fiberglass hopper and trough that withstand the rigors of daily livestock feeding. Structural steel components are finished with a durable painted coating, with additional combination metal options available, including galvanized and stainless steel components. The round trough design eliminates corners where feed can collect, helping maintain a cleaner feeding area while reducing spoilage.
Because pigs feed radially around the trough, the design allows more standing room and less direct competition between animals compared to rectangular feeders. This helps reduce stress during feeding while allowing more pigs to eat comfortably at the same time.
A durable pig feeder
The RF2 Wean-to-Finish Pig Feeder is ideal for swine producers feeding pigs from approximately 30 pounds to market weight. It is commonly used in finishing barns, hog pens, and small farm swine operations where efficient feed management and reduced feed waste are priorities.
The feeder can be installed in the center of a pen to provide full 360-degree feeding access or positioned along a fence line to serve multiple groups of pigs. Its durable fiberglass construction and self-cleaning trough design also make it suitable for outdoor feeding areas when used with the included hopper lid.
Operations raising heritage pig breeds should note that some larger body types may have difficulty accessing feed as animals approach market weight due to trough divider openings.
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Pig Feeder Frequently Asked Questions
How does the mechanical feed system reduce feed waste?
The RF2 feeder uses a mechanical feed wheel that pigs rotate to release feed from the hopper. Because feed is dispensed only when pigs activate the wheel, the system prevents the constant flow and overfilling that can occur with gravity-fed feeders, helping reduce wasted feed in the trough.
Can the RF2 pig feeder be used outdoors?
Yes. The feeder can be used outdoors when equipped with the included hopper lid. The mechanical-flow design and hopper position help prevent moisture from entering the feed system and reduce the risk of feed plugging when the feeder is stocked with an adequate number of animals.