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About Liquid Floaters

Liquid Floaters are chemical applicators that are normally used for in-season applications and when faster uptake is needed than is possible using dry, granular products. Models like those in Agco’s TerraGator Liquid series, with their easy-to-use, no-shift continuously variable transmissions (CVTs) and 1,800- or 2,400-gallon (6,800- or 9,100-liter) tanks, offer high application rates so that you can cover more ground and maximize your time in the field. Modern liquid floaters pair high coverage rates with the latest precision ag placement technology that decreases waste and saves you money.

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2023 John Deere 800R Liquid Floater

How Do Liquid Floaters & Dry Floaters Differ?

Liquid floaters and dry floaters have similar functions but are designed for use at different stages of the growing process. Growers often use dry floaters prior to planting and after harvesting, but liquid floaters are normally used for post-emergent, in-season application. Each type has pros and cons; both have high coverage rates, but dry floaters are more susceptible to wind drift, whereas liquid applications can be affected by rain or runoff.

However, some floaters, like the John Deere 800R, are available in combo configurations that let you switch between liquid and dry applications—John Deere says changeover time is approximately six hours. This gives you the flexibility to use one machine for both types of products as your needs change throughout the season. (Note that Deere’s 800R is also available as a liquid-only applicator when configured with the Hagie LS20 liquid system and 90-foot (27.4-meter) foldable spray booms.

Why Choose Liquid Floaters?

When deciding between a liquid floater and a dry floater, it’s important to consider such things as:

• Crop selection - Liquid floaters perform better on row crops such as corn, soybeans, and cotton.
• Common field conditions - The large flotation tires of liquid floaters make them a common choice for lowland crops with wet conditions.
• Treatment prescriptions - Liquid floaters are used to apply liquid products such as herbicides, fungicides, insecticides, and liquid nitrogen.