Every model utilizes a 4 stage, chrome ram that has been specifically designed and produced for our VES range for incredible reliability compared to traditional floor chains.

The removal of floor chains allows our VES range to have a shorter, deeper body that increases capacity and improves manoeuvrability.

The VES range also has improved ground clearance due to the removal of floor chains; 520mm minimum ground clearance on the VES/1500 model. In addition the axle on all our models can be placed further back since there is no gearbox required to drive the floor chains, this improves traction and reduces weight transfer when spreading.

The VES range benefits from a completely sealed box, there are no gaps for the floor chains. Combined with the standard slurry door on all models means the VES range can hold and spread slurry.

Every model uses the same robust 160hp purpose built, one piece gearbox to prevent breakages. The gearbox is also fully protected by an armoured plate underneath the rear of the spreader.

The entire range has two layers of protection to ensure the spreader is not damaged. Specially formulated polyurethane couplings are used to connect the beaters to the gearbox to reduce the impact of any shock-loads on the drive line and protect the gearbox. In addition every model is protected by a 10mm shear bolt in the PTO shaft.

The VES range uses fully-balanced hand-built beaters that are constructed in-house using 12mm steel plates for maximum strength. The beater tips are also constructed from 12mm steel plates and are fully reversible to double the life-span of each tip. It is also important to note that all the tips are secured in sockets to prevent premature loss.

Since our VES range commenced production more than 10 years ago, its second-hand value has proven to hold up extremely well. This is mainly due to the ram ejection system compared to a floor chain system, which is prone to wearing over time and is always a worry on a used machine.

Since November 2011 we have shot-blasted, this is acknowledged in the paint industry as the best possible method for preparing steel for painting. The shot-blasting creates a profile for the paint to adhere to, improving adhesion and in turn the protection offered to the steel. Our five man team of trained sprayers then use the latest spraying equipment to finish our products with a dual layer paint finish.

Every machine is finished our latest Two-Pack-Paint and Undercoat, this is recognized as one of the best ways to paint an agricultural machine in the industry.

Marshall Trailers uses a computerized build system to plan production to ensure that machines are delivered on time. The final stage of delivery is undertake by our two artic lorries,and a number of other haulage partners.

Marshall Trailers has a full selection of spare parts for all our ranges, most of which can be dispatched immediately. In some cases we have spares for machines dating back forty years, which gives you peace of mind when buying a Marshall that you will be properly supported well into the future.

Instruction manual for the Vesuvius Vantage Rear Discharge Spreader range, for models VES1500, VES2000 and VES2500.

Marshall Trailers Brochure 2026