3.5 kg Large Poultry Feeder

Product Overview

The 3.5 kg large poultry feeder is the biggest member of the round barrel feeder range, designed for adult layers, breeding flocks and larger duck or goose groups. The red barrel stands 17 cm tall with a 13 cm top opening and a generous 25 cm base pan, creating a wide eating ring that lets a full row of birds feed without crowding. The 5 x 3 cm feeding holes around the lower section dispense pellets steadily and block most scratching waste.

Weighing 156 g and packing 200 pieces per carton, this large feeder is aimed at farms and distributors that need feeding capacity without buying automatic line systems. Its lower height compared with the 2.5 kg model gives it a squat, stable stance that resists knocking over when heavy birds lean against the pan. The familiar red one-piece design means farmers already using the smaller barrels can add this size as the flock expands.

Key Features and Benefits

• 3.5 kg large capacity - reduces refill frequency for adult flocks, saving time during morning and evening feeding rounds.
• 25 cm wide base pan - the broad pan doubles the perimetre of feeding holes and lets more birds eat side by side.
• Low stable centre of gravity - the squat 17 cm tall body sits firmly on litter or concrete and stays upright in crowded pens.
• Standard 5 x 3 cm holes - compatible with adult layer and duck beaks, and interchangeable in use with the medium barrel range.
• 156 g robust body - thicker moulding handles rough daily handling while remaining light enough to move by hand.
• 200 pieces per carton - wholesale packing supports medium-sized farms and dealer networks ordering by the container.

Technical Specifications

• Product name: 3.5 kg large poultry feeder
• Capacity: 3.5 kg
• Total height: 17 cm
• Top opening diameter: 13 cm
• Base pan diameter: 25 cm
• Feeding hole size: 5 x 3 cm
• Net weight: 156 g per piece
• Packing: 200 pieces per carton
• Colour: red
• Material: plastic

Materials and Quality

The large feeder is injection moulded in red plastic with reinforced ribs under the pan rim, which is the area that receives the most pressure when birds climb against the unit. The surface is smooth and non-absorbent, so feed dust wipes off quickly and cleaning takes minutes. The thicker moulding also means the barrel stands up to being dragged across concrete yards and bumped against fencing posts without splitting, which matters on farms where equipment moves several times a week. Before shipment, staff check that each barrel stands level, the feeding holes are fully open and the walls are free of cracks, then pack them flat-stacked in sealed export cartons.

How to Use and Maintain

Fill the barrel with pellets or mash through the top, place it in the feeding lane at a density of roughly one feeder per 50 to 60 adult birds, and top up when the pan level drops. Clean every two weeks by emptying leftover feed, rinsing with water and air drying; this prevents caking mould, which matters most in humid seasons. Rotate feeders around the pen so the litter underneath rests and dries.

• Level ground keeps the feed flowing evenly through all feeding holes.
• Do not overfill to the very top, to leave space when the barrel is carried.
• Pair with automatic bell drinkers for a balanced feeding and watering line.

Applications

This large round feeder suits commercial layer houses, backyards with 50 or more adult birds, duck and goose farms, and poultry markets that sell whole live flocks. It is also purchased by livestock supply distributors who serve rural traders, breeding cooperatives and seasonal poultry projects.

Because it shares design language with the 1.5 kg and 2.5 kg barrels, customers commonly buy the three sizes together to cover the full growth cycle from chick to adult in one order. The 200-piece carton count makes it a practical add-on line for containers already loaded with drinkers, transport crates and other farm equipment. Farmers running ducks or geese on open water land also choose this size, since the wide pan handles the larger beak size and the squat body resists being knocked over by heavier birds pushing in at mealtime.

Why Choose Hebei Yilu Shunfeng Breeding Equipment

Hebei Yilu Shunfeng Breeding Equipment Co., Ltd. specializes in poultry feeding and drinking equipment for farmers and distributors worldwide. Every product is checked before shipment to ensure consistent quality, and orders are packed with export-grade packaging to protect the goods during transport. Our sales team can provide specification sheets, packing details and shipping advice for any order size. If you need more information about this feeder, packaging options or mixed container loads, please contact us.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: Is this feeder for adult birds only?

It works well for adult layers, ducks, geese and larger growers. Young chicks would find the 5 x 3 holes and deep pan too generous, so the 1.5 kg small feeder is the better choice for chick rearing.

Q2: How many birds does one feeder serve?

A general guide is 50 to 60 adult layers per large barrel, adjusted for breed size and whether the flock also has access to grazing. More feeders reduce waiting at mealtime.

Q3: Does the base pan detach for cleaning?

This is a one-piece moulded unit, so the pan and barrel do not separate. Cleaning by rinsing the whole unit is quick, and the open top makes the inside easy to reach.

Q4: Can it be ordered together with smaller feeder sizes?

Yes, the three barrel sizes are normally stocked together. Our team can quote a mixed-size pallet or container so your customers can buy the whole growth range from you at once.