Why the Grain Buddy?
Made in Canada – Built right here on the Prairies, the Grain Buddy is designed for the demands of Western Canadian harvests — big fields, tough conditions, and tight schedules.
Farmer-Focused– We’ve listened to producers to develop a wagon that balances high capacity with practical simplicity.
Backed by Vale – With decades of experience in agricultural and industrial equipment, we stand behind every Grain Buddy we build.
Built to Move More with Less Hassle
The Grain Buddy isn’t flashy — it’s functional. Every weld, bolt, and beam is there for a reason. If you’re looking for a dependable, no-nonsense gravity wagon that can handle real workday abuse and keep rolling, this is the one.
Grain Buddy™
Gravity Wagon
Strong. Ready for Work.
The Vale Grain Buddy™ is Built for farmers who demand reliability, efficiency, and quality, the Grain Buddy™ Gravity Wagon is the latest addition to the Vale Industries line of heavy-duty grain handling equipment. With a generous 800-bushel capacity and rugged steel construction, it’s built to meet your needs around the farm — and last for years.
KEY FEARURES
Simple, Robust Design
We’ve taken a straightforward approach — fewer moving parts, thicker steel, and industrial-grade components — to give you a gravity wagon that works hard and rarely needs attention. No gimmicks, no fuss. Just a solid machine you can count on.
Heavy-Duty Construction
• 800-bushel capacity
• Reinforced steel frame with structural integrity at its core
• 11 GA steel hopper walls for durability in the harshest conditions
• Durable enamel paint for long-term corrosion resistance
Easy Pulling & Stable Handling
• Walking beam tandem axle for smooth field-to-yard transport
• Wide stance and low center of gravity for safe, stable handling — even fully loaded
• 10-bolt hubs and standard dual semi tires on all four corners
Fast, Controlled Unloading
• 11.875″ diameter gate with heavy-duty rack and pinion slide
• Smooth-sloped interior for consistent grain flow
• Wide-opening gate for quick unloads into augers, pits, or baggers
“Meet the GRAIN BUDDY, a versitile robust gravity wagon designed to last and to meet a variety of needs on your farm”
– Andrew Tait | Vale Industires
Benefits
The Vale GRAIN BUDDY™ is designed to be Robust and Simple.
Quick and easy unloading
Dual Stage Gate, and Fold up Discharge Chute, with Centre or Side Dumping.
Low maintenance Robust Design
Build Strong with 11 Gauge Steel, & 24 Ton Chassis.
Convenient FLow Control
Dual Stage Gate with a Smaller Inner Gate 7″ (H)x15″(W)
Flexible Storage
Use for Grain, Seed, Feed and Fertilizer
Rear Hitch
For Towing up to Two Units Together
Easy Connect Hitch
with Lift Assist Springs
Weather Resilience
Uses the same Durable Enamel Paint we use on Hopper Cones
VERSATILE
Build the unit to best suit your needs with farmer requested options
Specifications
| * 24 ton running gear with used 22.5 dual wheels |
| * Michels roll tarp |
| * Rear hitch for towing up to 3 units together |
| * Rack and Pinion dual stage discharge gate |
| * Easy connect hitch with lift assist |
Technical Specifications
| Capacity | 800 bushels |
| Overall Width | 10′ |
| Overall Height | 12′ 5″ |
| Overall Length | 20′ 8.5″ |
| Gate Width – Overall | |
| Gate width – Sample door | 13″ |
| Rims | 10 Bolt |
| Tires | 425×22.5 |
Optional Features
- Hydraulic Brakes
- Partition Divider
- Load cell / Scale Package
- Transport Lighting with Work Light Option
- Inside Ladder
- Belly Dump Diverter