RAUCH — 100 Years of German Precision in Agricultural Machinery

As part of a factory tour supported by the Federation of Employers of Ukraine, we visited the RAUCH plant — a family-owned company with a 100-year history. It was a unique opportunity to see how modern agricultural machinery is manufactured in Germany, blending tradition with innovation.

History of RAUCH

RAUCH Landmaschinenfabrik GmbH was founded in 1921 by blacksmith Franz Rauch. For over a century, the company has specialized in technology for precise application of materials: mineral fertilizers, seeds, lime, and de-icing agents. Today, RAUCH exports to over 40 countries and remains a family-run business, now in its fifth generation.

RAUCH Product Range

The company focuses on three main areas:

1. Fertilizer spreaders — the flagship category, including disc, pneumatic, and hopper models. Popular series: MDS, AXIS, AXENT, UKS, AERO.
2. Seed drills — provide precise seed placement with full depth and spacing control (Spare parts for seeders).
3. Winter maintenance equipment — models like SA, AXEO, and TAXON for spreading salt and sand.

RAUCH Fertilizer Spreaders Overview

MDS 8.2
A compact spreader (500–800 L) ideal for orchards, vineyards, and hop fields. Spreading width: 10–24 m. PTO-driven. Suitable for narrow-row crops.

AXIS M 30.2
Two-disc spreader with mechanical drive (M-Drive). Capacity: 1000–3000 L. Spreading width: 12–42 m. Features durable ProTect coating. ISOBUS-compatible.

AXENT 100.1
High-capacity trailed spreader (9400 L). Width up to 50 m. Features modular AXIS and Universal PowerPack systems for granules or lime.

MDS 14.2
800 L hopper. Working width: 10–24 m. Compact and easy to operate — ideal for mid-sized farms.

TWS 85.1
Large-scale spreader with 8200 L capacity. Designed for precise coverage of extensive fields.

Innovations

• Axmat Plus — radar-based real-time monitoring and automatic adjustment.
• EMC — electronic flow control for each disc.
• CDA — guarantees symmetrical distribution at all working widths.
• ISOBUS — full system integration with tractors and onboard terminals.

Manufacturing and Quality

RAUCH’s factory in Sinzheim (Germany) features automated assembly, digital quality control, and in-house test fields — ensuring reliability and accuracy.

Key Facts

• Over 170 registered patents.
• Global presence in 40+ countries.
• Family-run for more than a century.

RAUCH represents the fusion of engineering precision, long-term experience, and cutting-edge innovation. Their equipment is an investment in sustainability, resource efficiency, and yield optimization for modern agriculture.