Product Overview
The Tomahawk Power TBS500 + FG is a barrel-mount skid sprayer package designed for industrial pest control, agricultural spraying, horticultural spraying, orchard use, nursery work, vineyard care, and property maintenance. Powered by a Honda GX35 4-stroke engine, this skid sprayer provides adjustable pressure from 50 to 500 PSI, 2 GPM flow, and a 100 ft spray hose for covering larger areas efficiently. This package includes the TBS500 skid sprayer with the foundation gun accessory, making it a practical option for users who need extended spray reach around buildings, trees, commercial properties, residential areas, and large treatment zones.
Key Features:
- Skid Sprayer + Foundation Gun Package: Selected variant includes the TBS500 skid sprayer with foundation gun for higher-reach spraying applications.
- Honda GX35 4-Stroke Engine: Reliable 1.6 HP Honda engine provides dependable power without 2-stroke fuel mixing.
- 500 PSI Working Pressure: Adjustable pressure range helps support a variety of spraying applications and coverage needs.
- 2 GPM Flow Rate: Delivers steady spray output for pest control, agriculture, horticulture, and property maintenance tasks.
- Twin Pumping Brass Pump: Durable pump construction supports reliable performance for professional and commercial applications.
- 100 Ft Spray Hose: Long hose helps users reach more surface area without constantly moving the sprayer setup.
- 8 Ft Suction Hose with Agitator: Designed for drawing liquid from compatible tanks or drums while supporting mixture movement.
- 30 Ft Foundation Gun Reach: Helps spray around tall trees, buildings, foundations, and other higher-reach areas.
- Portable Barrel-Mount Design: Can be mounted to trucks, ATVs, tractors, and similar equipment for mobile spray work.
- Tank-Flexible Setup: Compatible with tanks that have an opening larger than 5 inches, giving users flexibility to pair the sprayer with a suitable tank.
- Fast Coverage: Tomahawk notes this skid sprayer can help cover 1 acre of land in less than 15 minutes.
Technical Specifications:
- Model: TBS500 + FG
- Base Sprayer Model: TBS500
- Accessory Included: Foundation Gun
- Product Type: Barrel-Mount Skid Sprayer
- Brand: Tomahawk Power
- Selected Variant: Skid Sprayer Only + Foundation Gun
- Engine: Honda GX35 4-Stroke
- Engine Horsepower: 1.6 HP
- Engine Displacement: 35cc
- Fuel Type: 87 octane or better gasoline
- Oil Type: SAE 10W-30
- Oil Capacity: 3.3 oz
- Fuel Tank Capacity: 1 quart
- Starting System: Recoil start
- Suction Capacity: 2.8 GPM
- Working Pressure: 500 PSI
- Flow Rate: 2 GPM
- Pump: Twin pumping brass pump
- Spray Hose: 100 ft / 30.4 m
- Suction Hose: 8 ft / 2.4 m
- Foundation Gun Reach: 30 ft
- Noise Level: 82 dB at 22 ft / 7 m
- Agitator Diameter: 5" / 12.7 cm
- Carburetor: Diaphragm
- Weight: 48 lb / 21.7 kg
- Dimensions: 27" L x 12" W x 13" H / 68.5 x 30.4 x 33 cm
- Tank Compatibility: Compatible with tanks that have an opening larger than 5"
Package Includes:
- TBS500 Skid Sprayer: Honda-powered barrel-mount skid sprayer.
- Foundation Gun: Included accessory for higher-reach spraying around buildings, foundations, trees, and treatment zones.
- 100 Ft Spray Hose: Long hose for extended reach around larger job sites.
- 8 Ft Suction Hose with Agitator: Draws liquid from a compatible tank or drum while supporting mixture movement.
- Tank: Not included; designed for use with compatible tanks that have an opening larger than 5".
Applications:
- Pest Control: Designed for approved pest control applications around commercial and residential areas.
- Agricultural & Horticultural Spraying: Suitable for crop treatment, weed control, fertilizing, and pest management when used with compatible products.
- Orchards, Nurseries & Vineyards: Useful for larger growing areas where portable powered spray coverage is needed.
- Perimeter & Foundation Treatments: Foundation gun helps apply approved treatments around building perimeters, foundations, trees, and higher-reach areas.
- Commercial & Residential Properties: Suitable for use around athletic fields, parks, recreation areas, flower beds, lawns, trees, shrubs, fruits, vegetables, and similar approved treatment areas.
- Truck, ATV & Tractor Mounting: Portable design can be mounted to trucks, ATVs, tractors, and similar equipment for mobile spraying.
Operation & Use Notes:
- Fuel Requirement: Use 87 octane or better gasoline as listed by Tomahawk.
- Oil Requirement: Use SAE 10W-30 oil and follow Honda GX35 maintenance instructions.
- Tank Requirement: Pair with a compatible tank or drum with an opening larger than 5".
- Chemical Compatibility: Always follow the pesticide, herbicide, fertilizer, disinfectant, or treatment product label before use.
- Use Approved Products Only: Verify that the chemical label allows skid sprayer or powered sprayer application and follow all dilution, PPE, and application instructions.
- Cleaning: Flush the sprayer, hose, suction line, and gun with clean water after use to help remove residue and protect components.
- Safety: Wear proper PPE and follow all product label, local, state, and federal application requirements.
- California Proposition 65: This product carries a California Proposition 65 warning.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is included with the Tomahawk TBS500 + FG package?
This selected package includes the TBS500 skid sprayer, foundation gun, 100 ft spray hose, and 8 ft suction hose with agitator. A tank is not included.
Q. Does the TBS500 + FG include a tank?
No. This is a barrel-mount skid sprayer package. It is designed for use with compatible tanks that have an opening larger than 5 inches.
Q. What engine does the TBS500 use?
The TBS500 uses a Honda GX35 4-stroke engine rated at 1.6 HP with 35cc displacement.
Q. What pressure and flow does the TBS500 provide?
Tomahawk lists the TBS500 with 500 PSI working pressure, 2 GPM flow rate, and 2.8 GPM suction capacity.
Q. How long is the spray hose?
The TBS500 includes a 100 ft spray hose.
Why We Like It:
The Tomahawk Power TBS500 + FG is a strong choice for users who need more reach, pressure, and coverage than a backpack sprayer can provide. The Honda GX35 engine, 500 PSI working pressure, 100 ft hose, twin pumping brass pump, foundation gun, and barrel-mount design make it a practical fit for pest control, agricultural spraying, nursery work, vineyard care, perimeter treatments, and large property maintenance applications.