Ag Transfer Pumps
What Are Ag Transfer Pumps?
Ag transfer pumps move water, fertilizers, pesticides, and agricultural fluids between tanks, trailers, and field applications. They use centrifugal force and thrive in farm and ranch environments. Their construction resists chemical corrosion and handles unexpected dry run situations where conventional metal pumps corrode and fail prematurely.
Since 1974, Pacer Pumps has manufactured ag transfer pumps for farmers, ranchers, and agricultural operations through every growing season. We mold and assemble our thermoplastic centrifugal pumps in Lancaster, PA. They resist corrosion from fertilizers, pesticides, and harsh field chemicals that destroy conventional metal pumps in short order. You might need irrigation pumps for field watering, crop spraying systems, nurse trailer fills, or livestock water supply. Pacer delivers proven performance without compromise every time. No phone trees. Zero overseas customer service. No guesswork — just durable, USA-made ag transfer pumps backed by more than five decades of hands-on manufacturing experience.
Why These Ag Transfer Pumps Outperform the Competition
- Thermoplastic construction resists fertilizers, pesticides, and chemical corrosion that destroys metal pump housings, extending service life through full spray seasons
- Seals remain internally submerged for cooling after initial prime, preventing heat-related failure during extended irrigation runs and high-cycle spraying
- Forgiving dry run capability protects pump internals when field tanks empty unexpectedly, eliminating a common cause of field pump failure
- We stress test every pump at three times rated running pressure before it leaves our Lancaster, PA manufacturing facility
- Our skilled assembly team completes individual hydrostatic testing and flow validation on each unit before shipment
- Available in gasoline engine, electric motor, and hydraulic motor drive configurations to match any farm power setup
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What Do Ag Transfer Pumps Do?
Basically, these pumps move agricultural fluids under pressure from one location to another. On the farm, that job looks different depending on the season, the crop, and the equipment in use. During planting, for example, they fill sprayer tanks with fertilizer or pre-emergent herbicide. Mid-season irrigation draws water from ponds, streams, or holding tanks for drip and overhead systems. At harvest, they move crop protection chemicals between storage containers and field application equipment.
Because Pacer pumps use thermoplastic housings and impellers instead of cast iron, they do not rust or pit. In addition, acidic and alkaline solutions common in agricultural chemistry leave them unaffected. That corrosion resistance translates directly into longer service life and lower total operating cost. Tight margins and hard-running equipment make this matter every growing season.
Farmers who power their systems with gasoline engine pumps in remote fields report fewer maintenance calls and longer service intervals. However, metal alternatives simply cannot match that record. For fixed installations with consistent power access, our electric motor pump options deliver reliable, efficient performance season after season. No fuel management overhead.
Can These Pumps Handle Fertilizers and Pesticides?
Pacer ag transfer pumps use thermoplastic construction. It resists corrosion from fertilizers, pesticides, herbicides, and mild acids common in agricultural applications. Metal pumps degrade quickly against these chemicals. Thermoplastic housings and impellers stay unaffected. They keep the pump performing through full spray seasons and years of chemical transfer without pitting or deterioration.
Modern agriculture depends on applying exactly the right chemistry at exactly the right time. When your pump fails mid-spray, you lose more than the day — you lose application windows you cannot recover. Indeed, every Pacer pump features chemical resistance that matters as a production input, not just an equipment specification. Furthermore, the seal design manages its own cooling. Operators do not need to monitor coolant systems or add maintenance steps between field runs.
Why Ag Transfer Pumps Are Non-Negotiable on the Farm
There is no convenient time for a pump to fail in agriculture. Equipment downtime during planting or spraying windows creates losses you cannot recover. As a result, a pump that quits mid-season forces operators into a tight choice. They can complete the application with borrowed or rented equipment, delay critical field operations, or accept short coverage. None of those options are acceptable when crop health and yield are on the line.
Pacer engineers every pump with that reality in mind. Accordingly, our seal and housing system builds in forgiveness. A pump that loses prime or runs dry in a remote field does not automatically become a ruined unit. In many situations, operators can restart without a service call. The operation keeps moving when stopping is not an option.
The USDA 2023 Irrigation and Water Management Survey reports a stark picture. Specifically, U.S. farms spent $3 billion on irrigation equipment and facilities. Moreover, energy costs for pumping totaled another $3.3 billion across 212,714 farms irrigating 53.1 million acres. Every dollar of that investment depends on equipment that performs reliably when deadlines hit.
What Happens If a Farm Pump Runs Dry?
Pacer pumps feature forgiving dry run capability. They tolerate brief periods without fluid better than standard centrifugal pumps. Seals remain submerged in fluid after initial prime, providing cooling even when flow drops. This protects the pump when field tanks run empty unexpectedly, reducing the risk of costly seal failure mid-season.
That dry run tolerance separates Pacer from many competitors in the field. Indeed, it is not a marginal feature. It makes the difference between a recoverable situation and a scrapped pump at the worst moment in the growing season. The seal design manages its own cooling internally. Operators do not need to monitor separate cooling systems or add maintenance steps after a dry run event.
How Ag Transfer Pumps Work
These pumps operate on centrifugal force. An impeller spinning at high speed creates a low-pressure zone at the pump inlet, drawing fluid in from the source. That same rotational energy throws the fluid outward through the volute toward the discharge outlet. Pressure builds and flow runs continuous. The process runs uninterrupted as long as the pump maintains prime and the drive source keeps running.
What makes Pacer pumps different is what surrounds that core mechanism. Notably, the thermoplastic housing resists chemical attack that degrades cast iron and aluminum over time. Similarly, impeller geometry draws fluid across the mechanical seal faces, keeping them cool and lubricated during extended operation. Stress testing at three times rated running pressure ensures the housing does not crack or deform. Consequently, surge conditions common in agricultural pump applications cannot defeat it.
Browse the full line of Pacer pumps to find the right drive type, port size, and material combination. Match it to your operation. Every configuration available in the catalog comes out of our Lancaster, PA facility. We apply the same quality standards that have defined Pacer since 1974.
How Long Will My Farm Pump Last?
With proper maintenance and appropriate chemical compatibility, Pacer ag transfer pumps last years in active field service. Thermoplastic construction does not rust, pit, or corrode the way cast iron does. Repair kits keep older units running at minimal cost. Many agricultural operations have run the same Pacer pump for over a decade with routine servicing.
Service life depends heavily on matching the pump material to the fluid you transfer. Pacer’s team provides compatibility guidance before you order, so your pump arrives ready for the specific chemistry your operation uses. Our team also offers customized repair kits to extend pump life and reduce the need for full unit replacement. Ultimately, long-term operating costs drop across seasons of continuous agricultural use.
Ag Transfer Pumps for Irrigation, Spraying & Livestock Operations
Agricultural fluid transfer takes many forms, and Pacer pumps match each of them.
Irrigation and Water Supply. Centrifugal pumps pull water from ponds, streams, rivers, and storage tanks for drip, overhead, and flood irrigation. Flow rate and pressure output from Pacer pumps covers everything from small plots to large-scale row crop systems. Our pumps also supply potable water to livestock watering systems and holding tanks. Thus, ranch and farm operations of every size rely on them.
Crop Spraying and Nurse Trailers. Nurse trailers need reliable transfer pumps to fill sprayer tanks efficiently in the field. Pacer pumps handle that fill cycle without the downtime risk that lesser equipment introduces at the worst possible moments. Drone spraying operations also rely on them to fill rig tanks between flights. Transfer time directly cuts into spraying time.
Fertilizer, Chemical, and Multi-Use Transfer. Moving concentrated fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides from storage to application equipment requires the right pump. Moreover, it must handle the chemistry without degrading. Thermoplastic construction handles that job where metal alternatives corrode and fail within seasons. Operators who also need transfer pumps for marine and industrial applications will find compatible solutions. The same product family covers both.
Which Drive Type Is Right for My Farm Operation?
Pacer ag transfer pumps come in gasoline engine, electric motor, and hydraulic motor drive configurations. Gasoline engine models run independently from electrical infrastructure, making them ideal for remote fields. Electric motor pumps suit fixed installations with power access. Hydraulic motor driven options connect to tractor systems for operations that prefer centralized power management.
Choosing the right drive type comes down to your field layout, available infrastructure, and operator preference. Our team helps match pump and drive combinations to specific use cases, including custom configurations for OEM applications. Find a Pacer distributor near you to review current inventory and get application-specific guidance before you order.
Choosing the Right Ag Transfer Pump Partner
The right partner for ag transfer pumps delivers more than equipment. Specifically, they deliver accountability, technical expertise, and the ability to respond when something goes wrong at an inconvenient time. Pacer Pumps offers all of that from a single location in Lancaster, PA. We manufacture and test every pump in our product line under the same roof.
Between our top four office team members, we carry 94 combined years of Pacer experience. Also, our team answers the phone without a phone tree. Orders ship fast. We customize repair kits to your specific pump model and fluid chemistry. When deadlines are tight, we work weekends and overtime to hit them without passing the delay back to the customer.
Pacer is vertically integrated with Polymar Injection Molding, located eight miles from our facility, which molds all plastic pump components. That vertical integration gives us quality control that offshore manufacturers simply cannot match. We earned the 2018 Mantec and Central PA Business Journal award for excellence in growth and innovation. Every pump also comes with a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Farmers and distributors who have trusted Pacer for decades consistently point to consistency as the defining reason they stay.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ag Transfer Pumps
Are Pacer ag transfer pumps made in the USA?
We mold and assemble every Pacer ag transfer pump in Lancaster, PA at our 60,000 square foot manufacturing facility. Plastic components come from Polymar Injection Molding, located eight miles away. Our production process includes no offshore sourcing, and every pump receives individual testing before it ships.
What is the difference between a thermoplastic and a metal ag pump?
Thermoplastic pumps resist corrosion from fertilizers, pesticides, and agricultural chemicals that attack and degrade cast iron and aluminum over time. Acidic or alkaline solutions pit, rust, and seize metal pumps within a short period. Thermoplastic construction also reduces weight, making units easier to move and mount in field applications.
Can Pacer pumps transfer potable water on the farm?
Yes. The IPW Series carries NSF certification for potable water transfer. That makes it suitable for livestock water supply, well filling, and drinking water applications on the farm. Not every thermoplastic pump series carries potable water ratings. Identifying the correct model before ordering matters for your specific use case.
What sizes and drive configurations are available for farm applications?
Pacer ag transfer pumps come in 1-inch through 3-inch port sizes. Drive configurations include gasoline engine, electric motor, and hydraulic motor. Each combination covers different flow rate, pressure, and chemical compatibility requirements. Our team provides pre-purchase guidance to match the correct pump to your specific farm application.
Does Pacer offer repair kits for ag pumps?
Yes. Pacer customizes pump repair kits to meet specific agricultural needs and ships kits worldwide. Repair costs are minimal relative to full unit replacement, and the pump design makes field servicing straightforward. Contact us to identify the correct kit for your pump model, drive type, and chemical application.
The Only Ag Transfer Pumps Built for Real Farm Conditions
Farming does not wait for equipment to catch up. Your pumps need to perform in the field, on schedule. The same harsh conditions end lesser equipment’s service life early. Pacer has delivered that performance since 1974 from the same Lancaster, PA facility. Furthermore, our commitment to USA manufacturing and hands-on quality has never wavered.
Call Pacer and a real person answers. Place an order and your pump ships fast. When something needs attention, our team brings the experience and the parts to handle it without delay. Expect no middleman, no runaround, and no compromise on quality.