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New innovations to celebrate 50 years of Bateman
It feels incredible to say that Bateman is celebrating 50 years in business. Half a century of designing, building and refining our sprayers and all from the same farm in Devon where it all began.
It’s a milestone that gives me enormous pride and gratitude, not just for what we’ve achieved, but for the people who’ve made it possible. Bateman started with a simple problem and a practical solution. Back in 1976 my Father, Richard Bateman was facing tough spraying conditions on his farm. Rather than wait for a machine that could handle the job he built one himself – the Agilator.
It did exactly what he needed and worked so well that other farmers started asking for one too. That’s really how Bateman was born, through hands-on thinking and a determination to get the job done.
Fifty years later we remain true to that same principle; if there’s a problem to solve we’ll find a better way to do it. Every Bateman sprayer is still designed and built here in the UK by a dedicated team who take immense pride in their work. We don’t chase trends; we focus on solutions that make life easier for the people who use our machines every day.
To mark our 50th year we’re launching four new Bateman models in 2026. With tank capacities of 3000, 4000, 5000 and 6000 litres, this new range gives farmers, growers and contractors even more choice, from compact efficiency to maximum capacity. The new streamlined tank sits lower on the chassis, maintaining the signature 50/50 weight distribution for balance and stability. Our tried and trusted VG boom is now further enhanced. Our new dynamic joystick control is intuitive, comfortable and built with feedback from our operators in mind.
These upgrades capture the very essence of Bateman; innovative thinking, simply applied. Of course, some things haven’t changed and never will. We still believe a Bateman should be easy to run, dependable every morning and hold its value for years to come. Every component is still thoroughly tested before it’s placed on one of our machines. Above everything else we still value the relationships we’ve built with our customers.
As we look forward to the next 50 years, I’m delighted that the next generation are in the business. Sophie Bateman is helping to drive us forwards with new systems and practices. My heartfelt thanks to everyone who’s been part of the journey – our team, our partners and our customers. Your trust and support have shaped who we are.
None of this would be possible without the incredible team at our factory. Their dedication and commitment, day in and day out, is truly phenomenal. My sincere thanks to everyone who played a part in making this launch a reality.
Here’s to the hectares ahead.