AX-1 Transportation

AX-1 Transportation 

This article explains how to transport and mount the AX-1 safely and correctly. 
It covers available transport solutions, the Tractor-Mounted AX-1 Carrier, and the official procedure for securing the AX-1 during transport. 

⚠️ Safety notice 
Improper transport or strapping may result in machine damage or personal injury. Always follow the instructions in this article. 

1. AX-1 Transport Solutions

To make it easy to move the AX-1 between fields, Kilter provides two robust and user-friendly transport solutions: 

• AX-1 Trailer: a road-ready trailer that can be towed by a car. 

• Tractor-Mounted AX-1 Carrier: a platform mounted to a tractor’s three-point hitch 

Both solutions share the same equipment and functionality. The AX-1 can be transported between fields using either the car trailer or the tractor-mounted carrier, providing flexible options to match different operational needs. The AX-1 Trailer is designed for road transport and can be towed by a standard vehicle, making it ideal for moving the robot between distant fields or sites. The Tractor-Mounted AX-1 Carrier (TMC) is intended for farmers who want to move the AX-1 seamlessly between fields using a tractor already in operation; mounted directly to a Category 2 three-point hitch, it is lifted and lowered using the tractor’s own hydraulics. Both transport solutions share the same functional equipment, including an integrated 105-liter water tank for extended field operations, a built-in centrifugal pump and hose powered by the AX-1 Honda generator for fast on-site refilling, and lockable storage boxes for spare parts, PPE, fuel or tools. 

1. Specifications

1. Transportation of AX-1: Securing & Strapping Procedure

The procedure describes the official method for strapping and securing the AX-1 during transport, it applies to all transport solutions (trailer and tractor-mounted). 

Equipment required 

• 2 × car lashing straps 

• 1 × cargo strap 

3.1 Secure the front wheels 

The two front wheels must be secured using car lashing straps: 

1. Wrap one strap around each front wheel as shown in the reference images. 

1. Attach the hooks to eye bolts, lifting eyes, holes, or other suitable anchor points on the transport equipment. 

1. Tighten the straps firmly so the wheels cannot move. 

⚠️ Important 
Do not over-tighten the straps, as this may damage the wheels or frame. 

3.2 Prevent tipping: secure the rear wheel 

To prevent forward tipping during transport, the rear wheel must be secured: 

1. Attach a cargo strap close to the rear wheel, as shown in the reference images. 

1. Tighten the strap so it is snug, but not overly tight. 

⚠️ Warning 
Over-tightening the rear cargo strap can cause excessive stress on the frame, potentially resulting in permanent bending or damage. 

1. Important note for older Tractor-Mounted Carriers

⚠️ Pre-2023 Tractor-Mounted AX-1 Carriers 

If you are using a Tractor-Mounted AX-1 Carrier manufactured before 2023, additional modifications may be required to comply with current strapping recommendations. 

Refer to Carrier Unit Modification: Pre-2023 Tractor Mounts before transporting the AX-1.