Apache Sprayers

What Apache Sprayers does

Apache Sprayers is the trade name under which Equipment Technologies, Inc. designs, manufactures, and supports self-propelled mechanical drive agricultural sprayers. The company is headquartered at 2201 Hancel Parkway in Mooresville, Indiana, and claims to be the largest manufacturer of mechanical drive sprayers in the world. Its core product line consists of five self-propelled sprayer models spanning a 650-gallon compact unit (AS650) to high-capacity machines (AS1250, AS1250XP, HS1100), with mechanical drive architectures that are lighter than hydrostatic competitor offerings and advantageous in wet field conditions.

The business sells exclusively through an authorized dealer network across the United States and Canada, supplemented by factory direct support including remote in-cab assistance and 95% same-day parts shipping via the Apache Parts storefront. Pricing is quote-based and supported by 0% and 2.9% multi-year financing programs on new and pre-owned units; revenue streams include new unit sales, a certified pre-owned sprayer program, and parts and accessories. Customer base is comprised primarily of SMB row crop farmers (corn, soybeans, wheat), with precision agriculture technology from partners such as AG Leader (RightSpot, DirectCommand L2) and NORAC (UC7) offered as optional upgrades. The company has been in operation since 1997, employs 501-1,000 people, and operates as a privately held corporation with no disclosed parent company, institutional investor, or recent funding event. Apache is the only four-time recipient of the EquipmentWatch Highest Retained Value award, signaling durable residual value brand equity in its category.

Name

Apache Sprayers

Legal name

Equipment Technologies, Inc.

Website

https://apachesprayers.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1997

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

Apache Sprayers, a brand of Equipment Technologies Inc., designs and manufactures self-propelled mechanical drive agricultural sprayers sold through a nationwide dealer network to row crop farmers across the United States and Canada.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Agricultural Spraying Equipment

NAICS

Farm Machinery and Equipment Manufacturing (333111), Agricultural Implement Manufacturing (33311)

SIC

Farm Machinery & Equipment (3523)

akta.pro primary industry

Field & Orchard Sprayers (Boom, Airblast, Spot Sprayers) (AFAAADAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Crop Protection & Application Equipment (Sprayers/Spreaders) (IMAHACAC), Spray Control, Rate Controllers & Nozzle Systems (Pumps, Valves, Atomizers) (AFAAADAF)

Keywords

• Self-propelled sprayers
• Mechanical drive sprayers
• Agricultural spraying equipment
• Row crop sprayers
• Precision agriculture sprayers

Headquarters

HQ city

Mooresville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Self-Propelled Sprayer Sales: Apache Sprayers generates primary revenue from manufacturing and selling self-propelled agricultural sprayers. The product line includes multiple models ranging from compact (AS650) to high-capacity (AS1250 XP) sprayers for row crop farming operations.
2. Parts and Accessories: Revenue generated from selling replacement parts and accessories through the dealer network and direct parts ordering system. The company offers 95% same-day parts shipping.
3. Pre-Owned Sprayer Sales: Apache Sprayers also markets pre-owned/refurbished sprayers through their Apache Pre-Owned program.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Apache Sprayers, manufactured by Equipment Technologies, Inc., designs, builds, and sells self-propelled mechanical drive agricultural sprayers for row crop farming operations. The company offers a five-model lineup (HS1100, AS1250/AS1250XP, AS1050, AS850, AS650) covering compact to high-capacity applications, supported by a pre-owned equipment program, replacement parts, and optional precision agriculture technologies.

Product overview

Apache Sprayers is a manufacturer of self-propelled agricultural sprayers, operated by Equipment Technologies. The product lineup consists of five core sprayer models: the HS1100, AS1250/AS1250XP (largest capacity), AS1050 (ideal fit), AS850 (midsize), and AS650 (compact/650-gal). These mechanical drive sprayers are designed for agricultural chemical application. The portfolio is supported by Precision Ag Options add-on technology packages, a pre-owned sprayer program, and parts/services support through a nationwide dealer network. The company claims to be the largest manufacturer of mechanical drive sprayers in the world.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Apache AS1250 and AS1250XP Sprayers

Quantifiable outcome

• Apache Sprayers are more affordable and the ROI is better than almost everything else on the farm
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• NORAC (for UC7 Boom Height Control)coreTechnology or IntegrationNORAC provides the UC7 Boom Height Control system integrated into Apache Sprayers, enabling automatic boom height adjustment for consistent spray application over varying terrain and crop conditions.
• AG Leader Technology (for RightSpot™ and DirectCommand® L2)coreTechnology or IntegrationAG Leader Technology provides precision agriculture technology including RightSpot™ individual nozzle control and DirectCommand® L2 spray control system, enabling advanced precision application capabilities in Apache Sprayers.
• Simpson Farm EnterprisescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized Apache Sprayers dealer providing sales, service, and parts support for customers in their territory. Recognized with 2023 Hays Chamber award.
• Cropper MotorsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized Apache Sprayers dealer celebrating 60 years in business, demonstrating long-term dealer relationship.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Versatile (Buhler Industries): Versatile produces tractors and self-propelled sprayers (SX series) competing with Apache for the same large-acreage row-crop customers as part of a broader equipment portfolio.
• Case IH: Case IH Patriot series self-propelled sprayers compete directly with Apache in the North American row-crop market; part of CNH industrial portfolio with broader tillage, planting, and harvesting offerings.
• John Deere: John Deere is the dominant North American self-propelled sprayer maker (R4044, 400/600 Series) and full-line ag OEM; directly comparable product category to Apache's sprayer lineup, but vastly larger portfolio, dealer footprint, and captive finance.

Direct peers

• Amity Technology: Amity manufactures the Wilmar line of self-propelled and pull-type sprayers and tillage tools, directly competing with Apache in the row-crop application equipment category.
• Top Air Manufacturing: Top Air builds pull-type and self-propelled sprayers in the same North American row-crop segment, competing on price/feature tradeoffs similar to Apache.
• Kverneland Group (Kverneland / Kuhn): Kverneland/Kuhn offer trailed and mounted crop protection sprayers and broader implement lines; compete with Apache for the same applicator equipment purchasing decisions.
• Miller-St. Nazianz: Miller produces Nitro self-propelled sprayers positioned against Apache's AS/HS lineup, with comparable size, capacity, and precision-ag options serving row-crop farmers.
• Hardi International: Hardi specializes in mounted, trailed, and self-propelled crop protection sprayers, serving the same ag applicator customer as Apache with overlapping boom and rate-controller technology.
• AGCO (Hagie): AGCO owns the Hagie self-propelled sprayer brand (STS series), the most direct head-to-head competitor to Apache in row-crop application equipment; comparable customer base and dealer model.

Others

• AG Leader Technology: AG Leader supplies the DirectCommand L2 and RightSpot precision-ag components integrated into Apache sprayers; adjacent ecosystem participant enabling Apache's precision offering rather than competing directly.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/ApacheSprayers
• Facebookfacebook.com/apachesprayers

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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