RoGator 854 Sprayer
The RoGator 854 is an 800-gallon self-propelled sprayer from the late-1990s and early-2000s Ag-Chem era. It is a simple, durable older 4WD hydrostatic platform commonly found with 80- or 90-foot steel booms and a 200-hp Cummins engine.
RoGator 854 specifications
| Production years | 1995-2002 |
|---|---|
| Machine type | Self-propelled sprayer |
| Product tank capacity | 800 US gal, commonly stainless steel |
| Boom width options | 60, 80, or 90 ft; configuration-dependent |
| Engine | Cummins 6BTA 5.9 L diesel, approx. 200 hp |
| Ground clearance | Tire- and configuration-dependent; confirm on the individual machine |
| Weight | Approx. 19,300 lb empty with standard tires and 60-ft boom |
| Drive | Hydrostatic 4WD |
What the 854 is used for
The 854 was designed for moderate-acreage field coverage with an 800-gallon tank and conventional steel boom. Its narrow row-crop tire configurations and high-clearance chassis allow it to work through standing crops, subject to tire and axle setup.
Today, owners value it as an economical older self-propelled machine with a durable Cummins 5.9-liter engine and comparatively uncomplicated systems. It is best suited to buyers able to inspect, maintain, and source parts for an older hydrostatic platform.
Why the RoGator 854 stands out
The RoGator 854 is notable as a durable, straightforward 800-gallon machine from a widely recognized sprayer lineage. Its Cummins power, 4WD hydrostatic drive, and simple steel boom make a sound-condition example useful, though ride quality and age-related wear are important considerations.
Buying a used RoGator 854
Pay particular attention to boom-rack pivots, pins, hinge welds, front spindle and axle weld areas, cab mounts, and any cracking or corrosion around the chassis. Test each wheel motor and hydrostatic drive under load, inspect the engine-to-hydro coupler, product pump, plumbing, solenoids, tires, and suspension, and verify that the Raven controller, guidance equipment, and cab electronics work as installed.
RoGator 854 frequently asked questions
What tank size is a RoGator 854?
The 854 is commonly an 800-US-gallon machine, often with a stainless-steel tank.
What engine is in a RoGator 854?
Most 854 models use a Cummins 5.9-liter 6BTA diesel rated at about 200 hp.
What are common RoGator 854 problems to inspect?
Inspect wheel motors, hydrostatic-drive components, boom-rack pivots and welds, front spindles, plumbing, and older controller wiring closely.
Specifications are commonly cited figures for general reference; exact figures vary by year and serial number, so confirm against TractorData.com and the machine's records. Values and prices of used sprayers vary by condition, use, and region. Page updated Aug 4, 2026.