Product Description

Turbo Turf Hydroseeders | HM-400 Series | Width 58" | Capacity 400 Gallon | Engine Horsepower 13 HP | For Landscapers, Golf Courses & Erosion Control

DESCRIPTION

The Turbo Turf HM-400 Series Hydroseeders are mechanically agitated hydroseeding units designed for landscapers, erosion control professionals, and golf course maintenance. Powered by a 13 HP Honda engine, they feature a positive displacement Bowie gear pump for efficient mixing and spraying. The aggressive paddle agitation system allows for full bale loading, making it ideal for handling tough erosion control materials such as 100% wood mulches, BFMs, and FGMs like Flexterra.

Available in skid-mounted and trailer-mounted models, the HM-400 Series provides exceptional power, durability, and ease of use, ensuring fast and effective hydroseeding.

Key Features 

• Engine: 13 HP Honda engine (available with electric or recoil start).
• Pump: 2300 series Bowie positive displacement gear pump for thick slurries.
• Tank Capacity: 400-gallon poly tank (rust-resistant and easy to clean).
• Agitation System: Aggressive paddle agitation allows full bale loading.
• Hose: 100 feet of 1 1/4” I.D. semi-rigid hose (lightweight and kink-resistant).
• Front Platform: Staging area for easy material loading (optional hose reel mount).
• Coverage: Seeds up to 5,300 square feet per load.
• Spray Distance: Up to 500 feet of hose for extended reach.

Detailed Specifications

Material Cost Breakdown

50-Gallon Hydroseeder

• Mulch: 0.5 bales at $11.95 per bale = $5.98
• Seed: 5 pounds at $2.05 per pound = $10.25
• Fertilizer: 1.33 pounds at $2.19 per pound = $2.91
• Tackifier: 0.67 oz at $1.00 per oz = $0.67
• Total Material Cost for the Load: $19.81
• Coverage: Approximately 667 sq. ft.
• Cost per Sq. Ft.: 2.97 cents per sq. ft.
• 10,000 Sq. Ft. Residential Job:
• At 10 cents per sq. ft.: Charge = $1,000.00; Material Cost = $297.00; Profit = $703.00.
• At 15 cents per sq. ft.: Charge = $1,500.00; Material Cost = $297.00; Profit = $1,203.00.

100-Gallon Hydroseeder

• Mulch: 1 bale at $11.95 per bale = $11.95
• Seed: 10 pounds at $2.05 per pound = $20.50
• Fertilizer: 2.67 pounds at $2.19 per pound = $5.85
• Tackifier: 1.33 oz at $1.00 per oz = $1.33
• Total Material Cost for the Load: $39.63
• Coverage: Approximately 1,333 sq. ft.
• Cost per Sq. Ft.: 2.97 cents per sq. ft.
• 10,000 Sq. Ft. Residential Job:
• At 10 cents per sq. ft.: Charge = $1,000.00; Material Cost = $297.00; Profit = $703.00.
• At 15 cents per sq. ft.: Charge = $1,500.00; Material Cost = $297.00; Profit = $1,203.00.

150-Gallon Hydroseeder

• Mulch: 1.5 bales at $11.95 per bale = $17.93
• Seed: 15 pounds at $2.05 per pound = $30.75
• Fertilizer: 4 pounds at $2.19 per pound = $8.76
• Tackifier: 2 oz at $1.00 per oz = $2.00
• Total Material Cost for the Load: $59.44
• Coverage: Approximately 2,000 sq. ft.
• Cost per Sq. Ft.: 2.97 cents per sq. ft.
• 10,000 Sq. Ft. Residential Job:
• At 10 cents per sq. ft.: Charge = $1,000.00; Material Cost = $297.00; Profit = $703.00.
• At 15 cents per sq. ft.: Charge = $1,500.00; Material Cost = $297.00; Profit = $1,203.00.

500-Gallon Hydroseeder

• Mulch: 5 bales at $11.95 per bale = $59.75
• Seed: 50 pounds at $2.05 per pound = $102.50
• Fertilizer: 13 pounds at $2.19 per pound = $28.47
• Tackifier: 6.67 oz at $1.00 per oz = $6.67
• Total Material Cost for the Load: $197.39
• Coverage: Assuming linear scaling, a 500-gallon unit covers approximately 6,667 sq. ft.
• Cost per Sq. Ft.: 2.96 cents per sq. ft.
• 10,000 Sq. Ft. Residential Job:
• At 10 cents per sq. ft.: Charge = $1,000.00; Material Cost = $296.70; Profit = $703.30.
• At 15 cents per sq. ft.: Charge = $1,500.00; Material Cost = $296.70; Profit = $1,203.30.

750-Gallon Hydroseeder

• Mulch: 7.5 bales at $11.95 per bale = $89.63
• Seed: 75 pounds at $2.05 per pound = $153.75
• Fertilizer: 20 pounds at $2.19 per pound = $43.80
• Tackifier: 10 oz at $1.00 per oz = $10.00
• Total Material Cost for the Load: $297.18
• Coverage: Approximately 10,000 sq. ft.
• Cost per Sq. Ft.: 2.97 cents per sq. ft.
• 10,000 Sq. Ft. Residential Job:
• At 10 cents per sq. ft.: Charge = $1,000.00; Material Cost = $297.18; Profit = $702.82.
• At 15 cents per sq. ft.: Charge = $1,500.00; Material Cost = $297.18; Profit = $1,202.82.

1000-Gallon Hydroseeder

• Mulch: 10 bales at $11.95 per bale = $119.50
• Seed: 100 pounds at $2.05 per pound = $205.00
• Fertilizer: 26.67 pounds at $2.19 per pound = $58.43
• Tackifier: 13.33 oz at $1.00 per oz = $13.33
• Total Material Cost for the Load: $396.26
• Coverage: Approximately 13,333 sq. ft.
• Cost per Sq. Ft.: 2.97 cents per sq. ft.
• 10,000 Sq. Ft. Residential Job:
• At 10 cents per sq. ft.: Charge = $1,000.00; Material Cost = $297.00 (rounded); Profit = $703.00.
• At 15 cents per sq. ft.: Charge = $1,500.00; Material Cost = $297.00; Profit = $1,203.00.

General Supply Information for a One Acre Job

Paper Mulch Covering:

• 1000 lbs per acre: 25 40# paper bales, $21.95 per bale, totaling $548.75
• 1200 lbs per acre: 30 40# paper bales, $21.95 per bale, totaling $658.50
• 1500 lbs per acre (steeper slope): 38 40# paper bales, $21.95 per bale, totaling $834.10

Fertilizer:

• 2-4 bags per acre
• For residential use: 4 bags
• For non-residential use: 2 bags
• Cost per bag: $59.95

Trafficker:

• For flat to slight slope: Turbo Tack, covers one acre, $49.95

Tracker:

• For slopes: Witches Brew, covers one acre, $69.96

Wood Blend Mulch or 100% Wood:

• Typical coverage: 2000 lbs per acre
• For steep slopes: Up to 3500 lbs per acre

Seed Costs:

• Reach out to us or check your local seed supplier

How Quickly Can I Do a 10,000sf Hydroseeding Job?

50-Gallon Hydroseeder:

• Coverage per Load: Approximately 667 sq. ft.
• Number of Loads Needed: About 15 loads (10,000 / 667).
• Estimated Time per Load: Assuming approximately 20 minutes per load (including refilling and application).
• Total Time: 15 loads x 20 minutes = 300 minutes or 5 hours.

100-Gallon Hydroseeder:

• Coverage per Load: Approximately 1,333 sq. ft.
• Number of Loads Needed: About 8 loads (10,000 / 1,333).
• Estimated Time per Load: Assuming approximately 25 minutes per load.
• Total Time: 8 loads x 25 minutes = 200 minutes or about 3 hours and 20 minutes.

150-Gallon Hydroseeder:

• Coverage per Load: Approximately 2,000 sq. ft.
• Number of Loads Needed: 5 loads (10,000 / 2,000).
• Estimated Time per Load: Assuming approximately 30 minutes per load.
• Total Time: 5 loads x 30 minutes = 150 minutes or 2.5 hours.

300-Gallon Hydroseeder:

• Coverage per Load: Approximately 4,000 sq. ft.
• Number of Loads Needed: 2.5 loads (10,000 / 4,000).
• Estimated Time per Load: Assuming approximately 40 minutes per load.
• Total Time: 2.5 loads x 40 minutes = 100 minutes or about 1 hour and 40 minutes.

500-Gallon Hydroseeder:

• Coverage per Load: Approximately 6,667 sq. ft.
• Number of Loads Needed: 1.5 loads (10,000 / 6,667).
• Estimated Time per Load: Assuming approximately 45 minutes per load.
• Total Time: 1.5 loads x 45 minutes = 68 minutes or about 1 hour and 8 minutes.

750-Gallon Hydroseeder:

• Coverage per Load: Approximately 10,000 sq. ft.
• Number of Loads Needed: 1 load.
• Estimated Time per Load: Assuming approximately 50 minutes per load.
• Total Time: 50 minutes.

1000-Gallon Hydroseeder:

• Coverage per Load: Approximately 13,333 sq. ft.
• Number of Loads Needed: 1 load.
• Estimated Time per Load: Assuming approximately 50 minutes per load.
• Total Time: 50 minutes.

Hydroseeder Options & Add-Ons!

Manuals & Documents 

Videos

Shipping

General Shipping Info:

• Instantly calculate shipping quotes to the lower 48 states by 1. adding this product to your cart, 2. click continue to the checkout page and 3. enter your shipping address to check rates. Contact us for quotes for shipping to Hawaii, Alaska, Canada, Mexico and Internationally.
• Complimentary lift gate service on all freight shipments where it’s possible. We guarantee safe delivery!
• Low shipping rates for customers. We have negotiated the best possible rates for customers from our trusted carriers (ODFL, ESTES, UPS, and FedEx).
• Negotiate shipping rates if you think we can do better please reach out. Keep in mind some shipping rates also include assembly & configuration as well!