The 5,500 bushel (150T) HIVE Motherbin is a versatile choice for mid-to-large farming operations looking to balance capacity with mobility. It provides ample storage to keep combines running efficiently during peak harvest, while still being more maneuverable and cost-effective than the largest model. This size is a great option for farms with moderate hauling distances or multiple fields spread across different locations, offering the flexibility to move between sites while maintaining strong harvest efficiency.

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Hive Motherbin 5500 Features & Benefits

IN-FIELD PORTABLE GRAIN STORAGE

HARVEST GAME CHANGER

The Elmer's Hive is your portable grain bin on wheels that store and blend crops with different moisture and protein levels all in one place. Easy-to-access cleanout gates at the end of each tank section keep things simple and minimize mixing unwanted grains together. Want even more control? Upgrade to PRO for individual gate control and the ability to create custom blends.

MASSIVE 8250 & 5500 BU CAPACITY

KEEP YOUR COMBINES HARVESTING

Keep your combines going longer and with fewer stops, maximizing productivity during peak seasons or when rain is in the forecast. The 22-inch discharge auger and PowerMaster Direct Drive Gearbox provide efficient power transmission. The 28 degrees of vertical pivot motion and 4-way spout control allow you to fill your trucks easily and precisely.

HIVE PRO

SIMPLIFIED TECHNOLOGY FOR ANY OPERATOR

HIVE PRO is a simplified scale and load management system. It provides you with live weights, GPS, and detailed load tracking so you know exactly how much is coming off the field and into your bins. HIVE PRO brings cutting-edge features like double-tap-to-fold, automatic return-to-home auger functions, and tablet or joystick-controlled auger and gate functions. HIVE PRO makes it easier for any experience-level operator to use the portable grain bin with convenience and accuracy.

Hive Motherbin 5500 Specs & Compare

Tank Length44' 8" (13.6 m)
Overall Length57' 3" (17.45 m)
Empty Weight40,700 lbs (18,460 kg)
Field Height14' (4.28 m)
Load In Height13' 4" (4.06 m)
Transport Height15' 10" (4.82 m)
Width14' 6" (4.41 m)
Auger Height12' - 17' (3.65 - 5.19 m)
Auger Reach5' 10" - 9' 7" (1.57 - 2.93 m)
Tongue Weight4,670 lbs (2,100 kg)
Unloading Auger22" (56 cm)
Horizontal Auger19" (48 cm)
Hydraulic Remotes (with PRO)4