{"product_id":"ritchie-cattlemaster-480-240v-18251","title":"Ritchie CattleMaster 480 - 240V #18251","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRitchie 240V CattleMaster 480\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-performance automatic waterer designed for cattle operations that demand reliability, durability, and consistent water access year-round. Built with a \u003cstrong\u003efully insulated, heavy-duty polyethylene casing\u003c\/strong\u003e and a \u003cstrong\u003estainless steel trough\u003c\/strong\u003e, this unit combines strength with energy efficiency to perform in harsh environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered for \u003cstrong\u003elarge herd capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e, the CattleMaster 480 can support up to \u003cstrong\u003e200 beef cattle or 100 dairy cows\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it an ideal solution for feedlots, pastures, and dairy facilities. Its \u003cstrong\u003ethermostatically controlled heating system\u003c\/strong\u003e, paired with under-trough heating elements and a cable heater, ensures water stays ice-free even in extreme winter conditions. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe unit also features Ritchie’s \u003cstrong\u003efast refill valve system\u003c\/strong\u003e, ensuring fresh water is always available while minimizing downtime. With sloped trough design and accessible service components, maintenance is simple and efficient.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c!-- pc-partslist-links --\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"border-left:4px solid #00537a;background:#eef4f8;padding:14px 16px;margin:18px 0;border-radius:4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 8px;font-weight:700;color:#00537a;\"\u003eParts lists that include this part\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;font-size:0.95em;line-height:1.7;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cattlemaster-480-parts-list\" style=\"color:#00537a;\"\u003eCattleMaster 480\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ritchie-cattlemaster-480-parts-lists-retired\" style=\"color:#00537a;\"\u003eRETIRED duplicate - Ritchie CattleMaster 480 Parts Lists\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ritchie Industries","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44267746427075,"sku":"18251","price":1699.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0682\/1894\/5731\/files\/sq_46efc4e7-7dfa-4f01-95bc-bb3228baead6.jpg?v=1790700306","url":"https:\/\/www.petecosupply.com\/products\/ritchie-cattlemaster-480-240v-18251","provider":"PeteCo Supply, LLC. ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}