Shelbourne Stripper Headers

Still using a traditional header? You might be missing out.

It Starts at the Front:
Your Header Can Transform Your Farm

Still using a traditional header? You might be missing out.

Conventional headers limit the true potential of your combine and hold your farm back. They slow you down, wear your machine out faster, and keep your operation stuck in the past. Shelbourne Stripper Headers challenge that status quo with a smarter approach to harvesting.

With a Shelbourne, you're not just buying a header — you're investing in a better way to farm.

Why It Pays to Upgrade

Harvest More, Faster: Increase your harvesting capacity by up to 50%. Whether it’s lodged wheat or heavy grass seed, cover more hectares per day and finish before the weather turns.
Protect Your Combine: By stripping grain cleanly and leaving straw behind, you reduce the volume going through your combine. Less material, less wear, less fuel — and a longer-lasting combine.
Real ROI: Shelbourne headers offer real returns. Faster harvests, lower running costs, and extended equipment life all add up to long-term savings and smoother operations.

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Sunette Kotze

Sales & Enquiries

083 763 0525

Christof Botha

Sales & Technical

083 250 4452

How Does the Stripper Header Work?

Shelbourne’s Stripper Header features a rotor equipped with stainless steel fingers spinning at high speeds, stripping grain from crop heads while leaving most straw standing. Approximately 85% of grain threshing occurs in the header itself, significantly improving combine efficiency and harvest speed.

Expert Teff Harvesting

Shelbourne Stripper Headers excel in teff harvesting, offering:

Gentle stripping action that preserves the delicate teff seed.
Significantly reduced grain loss compared to conventional headers.
Faster harvesting with less stress on the combine.
Standing straw that supports better no-till planting and soil conservation.

Tenniskop Agri’s co-owner Christof Botha is a seasoned teff farmer with years of hands-on experience using Shelbourne technology in South African conditions. His deep understanding of both the crop and the machinery ensures tailored advice and reliable support to maximize your teff harvest.

Expert Wheat Harvesting

Shelbourne Stripper Headers excel in wheat harvesting, offering:

Faster harvest completion to avoid adverse weather impacts.
Cleaner grain samples due to minimal straw intake.
Improved seed-to-soil contact for subsequent double-crop planting, enhancing productivity.

Many farmers in the United States rely on Shelbourne Stripper Headers for faster, more efficient wheat harvesting, even under challenging conditions – and they all agree their farming operations have been improved with the addition of a Shelbourne Stripper Header.

Shelbourne Header Models Overview

R-Range : Built for Demanding Rice & Grass Seed Conditions

RSD (Rice Stripper Header – High Torque Drive)

Sizes: 16ft, 20ft, 24ft, 28ft, 32ft
Drive: High Torque Drive (HTD)
Features:

Minimal maintenance with fixed-speed pulley system
Rotor and auger speed monitored in-cab with alarm
High-torque timing belt and sprung pivoting gearbox for belt tension

Benefits:

Increases combine capacity by up to 50%
Improved milling grade and fuel efficiency
Simple, rugged construction for longevity

C-Range : Versatile for Cereals and Grass Seed

The C-Range is ideal for multi-crop operations. Its simple & durable design with either a Variable Speed (CVS) or High Torque Drive (CSD) system makes it well suited for harvesting wheat, barley, oats, linseed, and grass seed.

CVS (Cereal Variable Speed Drive)

Sizes: 16ft, 20ft, 24ft, 28ft, 32ft
Drive: Variable Speed Drive
Features:

In-cab rotor and the auger speed monitor, with alarm system to aid the operator
In-cab hydraulic speed control with three variable speed ranges for crop-specific tuning
Heavy-duty, self-tensioning belt system

Benefits:

Increases combine capacity by up to 30%
Favoured by seed producers for cleaner samples
Enables earlier harvest for double cropping

CSD (Cereal High Torque Drive)

Sizes: 16ft, 20ft, 24ft, 28ft, 32ft
Drive: Fixed-speed High Torque Drive
Features:

Adjustable belt speed using interchangeable pulleys
Simple design for minimal maintenance
In-cab speed monitor with alarm system

Benefits:

Fuel savings by reducing crop mass through combine
Excellent crop recovery in lodged and weedy fields
Strong reputation in tough harvest conditions
Reliable year-on-year performance

X-Range : High-Capacity Solutions for Large Farms

Designed for large-scale cereal operations, the X-Range includes wider headers with ground-following capability and central mounting for controlled traffic farming.

XCV (Variable Speed)

Sizes: 32ft, 36ft, 42ft
Drive: Variable Speed Drive
Features:

Three-piece stripping rotor for smoother operation

In-cab hydraulic speed control with three variable speed ranges for crop-specific tuning
Heavy-duty, self-tensioning belt system

Spring-loaded adapter plate & gauge wheels for contour following

Benefits:

Boosts harvesting capacity by up to 30%
Popular among seed growers for clean samples
Enables earlier harvest for double cropping

XCS (High Torque Drive)

Sizes: 32ft, 36ft, 42ft
Drive: High Torque Drive
Features:

Adjustable belt speed using interchangeable pulleys
Rugged high-torque belt system
Sprung adapter plate for header levelling

Minimal maintenance and robust construction
In-cab speed monitor with alarm system

Benefits:

Optimal for heavy cereal crops and tough terrain
Durable, efficient, and field-proven

R-range

C-Range

X-Range

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About Shelbourne Reynolds

With over five decades of innovation, Shelbourne Reynolds manufactures harvesting equipment trusted globally for its uncompromising quality, durability, and superior performance.

What makes a Shelbourne Stripper Header Unique?

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Increased Harvest Speed: Cover more hectares per day with increased harvesting capacity of up to 50%, reducing fuel use and labor requirements.
Cleaner Harvesting Process: Gentle stripping action reduces the amount of straw, leaf, and green material entering the combine, which can help simplify post-harvest handling and cleaning.
Reduced Combine Wear: Minimal straw intake significantly extends combine life.
Effective for No-Till Farming: Leaves straw standing, benefiting soil moisture and erosion control for regenerative farming practices.

Why Tenniskop Agri?

As South Africa’s Official Shelbourne Dealer, located near Ladybrand, Free State, Tenniskop Agri offers:

Expert consultation from Christof Botha, an experienced local farmer.
Local availability of official Shelbourne parts and dedicated after-sales support.

Secure Your Shelbourne Header Today!

Shelbourne’s UK factory is currently scheduling production slots for South Africa. Contact us today to secure your machine and explore savings options tailored to your needs.