The WEGA 1400 UNO and WEGA 1600 DUO potato digger Australia machines are tractor-mounted harvesters designed for efficient lifting, cleaning and windrowing of potatoes and selected vegetables. They are suitable for growers who need a practical mechanical solution for harvesting potatoes, onions and other root or bulb vegetables in prepared field conditions.

Both machines work as two-row diggers and use a vibrating sifting conveyor to separate soil from the harvested crop. The machines lift the crop from the soil, clean it on the conveyor and discharge it to the rear, making collection easier and faster.

The WEGA series is a practical choice for Australian growers looking for a strong, mechanical potato and vegetable digger with adjustable vibration, rubber support wheels and simple field operation.

Potato Digger Australia for Potato and Vegetable Growers

The WEGA 1400 UNO and WEGA 1600 DUO are designed for growers who want to mechanise potato harvesting and reduce manual labour during the harvest season.

These machines are suitable for:

• potato growers,
• onion growers,
• vegetable farms,
• mixed farms,
• small and medium agricultural producers,
• farms harvesting crops planted in rows,
• growers looking for a practical alternative to manual lifting.

The two-row design helps improve harvesting efficiency while keeping the machine simple, robust and suitable for normal agricultural field work.

Two-Row Potato and Vegetable Harvesting Machine

The WEGA digger lifts the crop together with soil and transfers it onto the sifting conveyor. During operation, the conveyor separates part of the soil from the crop and moves potatoes or vegetables towards the rear chute.

As a result, the harvested crop is left behind the machine in a cleaner and more organised way, which helps speed up manual pick-up or further field handling.

The machine can be used for harvesting potatoes. With the correct digging share, the WEGA 1400 UNO can also be used for onions and selected vegetables.

WEGA 1400 UNO and WEGA 1600 DUO Models

The WEGA range includes two versions:

• WEGA 1400 UNO – working width 1.4 m, suitable for row spacing of 70–75 cm,
• WEGA 1600 DUO – working width 1.6 m, suitable for row spacing of 75–90 cm.

The choice between the two models depends mainly on row spacing, tractor power and the crop system used on the farm.

The WEGA 1400 UNO is the more compact version. The WEGA 1600 DUO offers a wider working width and higher power requirement.

Adjustable Vibration and Sifting System

The WEGA potato digger uses a sifting conveyor and adjustable vibration system to help remove soil from the harvested crop.

In the front part of the digger, transversely shaking rods support soil separation. In the rear part, the conveyor and shakers continue the cleaning process before the crop falls from the rear chute.

Depending on field conditions, the operator can adjust the vibration speed of the transverse rods. This helps adapt the machine to different soil types, moisture levels and harvesting conditions.

Rubber Support Wheels and Rear Chute

The machines are equipped with rubber support wheels, which help guide the digger during work and support stable operation in the field.

The rear chute directs the harvested crop behind the machine. This makes the crop easier to collect after digging and helps organise the harvesting process.

For the WEGA 1400 UNO, an optional packing roller can be installed. The roller levels the soil under falling potatoes or vegetables, which can make pick-up easier and faster.

Harvesting Potatoes, Onions and Vegetables

The WEGA digger is primarily used for potato harvesting. However, with the correct equipment, the machine can also support harvesting of onions and selected vegetables.

For onion and vegetable harvesting with the WEGA 1400 UNO, a special digging share can be installed. This allows the machine to lift crops more effectively depending on the crop type and field conditions.

This makes the WEGA 1400 UNO especially useful for growers who produce more than one crop and need a flexible harvesting machine.

Standard Equipment

The WEGA 1400 UNO and WEGA 1600 DUO potato and vegetable diggers are supplied with practical standard equipment for field harvesting.

• coulter discs,
• lined rods on every other rod,
• adjustable vibration mechanism,
• sifter shaker,
• rubber support wheels,
• rear chute.

Accessories Available at Extra Charge

Additional accessories may be available depending on the model and configuration.

• digging share for onion and vegetables – WEGA 1400 UNO,
• packing roller – WEGA 1400 UNO,
• PTO shaft for WEGA 1400 UNO – 250 Nm, nominal length 690 mm,
• PTO shaft for WEGA 1600 DUO – 400 Nm, nominal length 690 mm.

Technical Specification

Key Benefits of the WEGA Potato Digger Australia Range

The WEGA potato digger Australia range is designed for growers who need a practical and durable machine for harvesting potatoes and selected vegetables.

Main benefits:

• two-row harvesting,
• suitable for potatoes and selected vegetables,
• WEGA 1400 UNO option for onions with special digging share,
• adjustable vibration mechanism,
• sifting conveyor for soil separation,
• rubber support wheels,
• rear chute for organised crop discharge,
• optional packing roller for WEGA 1400 UNO,
• simple mechanical construction,
• suitable for small and medium farms.

Why Choose WEGA 1400 UNO or WEGA 1600 DUO?

The WEGA 1400 UNO is a good choice for growers looking for a compact two-row potato and vegetable digger with a working width of 1.4 m. It is also the more flexible option if onion harvesting is required, because a special digging share for onion and vegetables can be installed.

The WEGA 1600 DUO is suitable for growers who need a wider working width of 1.6 m and work with row spacing of 75–90 cm. It requires more tractor power and is better suited to larger field setups.

For Australian farms growing potatoes or selected vegetables, both machines provide a practical way to improve harvest efficiency and reduce manual field work.

Explore more machines in our potato diggers and harvesters category.

See also our potato planters for complete potato growing mechanisation.

For general information about the Australian vegetable industry, growers may also refer to resources from AUSVEG.

FAQ – Potato Digger Australia WEGA 1400 UNO and 1600 DUO

What is the WEGA potato digger Australia machine used for?

The WEGA potato digger is used for harvesting potatoes and selected vegetables. It lifts the crop, separates soil on the sifting conveyor and discharges the crop behind the machine.

How many rows does the WEGA digger harvest?

Both WEGA 1400 UNO and WEGA 1600 DUO are two-row machines.

What is the working width of the WEGA 1400 UNO?

The WEGA 1400 UNO has a working width of approximately 1.4 m / 1.5 m.

What is the working width of the WEGA 1600 DUO?

The WEGA 1600 DUO has a working width of approximately 1.6 m.

Can the WEGA digger be used for onions?

Yes. The WEGA 1400 UNO can be used for onions and selected vegetables when equipped with a special digging share.

What tractor power is required?

The WEGA 1400 UNO requires approximately 55 HP. The WEGA 1600 DUO requires approximately 65 HP.

What is the weight of the machines?

The WEGA 1400 UNO weighs approximately 610 kg, while the WEGA 1600 DUO weighs approximately 720 kg.

What standard equipment is included?

Standard equipment includes coulter discs, lined rods, adjustable vibration mechanism, sifter shaker, rubber support wheels and rear chute.

Is a PTO shaft included?

The PTO shaft is listed as an accessory available at extra charge. The WEGA 1400 UNO uses a 250 Nm PTO shaft with nominal length 690 mm, while the WEGA 1600 DUO uses a 400 Nm PTO shaft with nominal length 690 mm.