Minimum size for a grinder

[Jordan Budd]

Hey all. Just about ready to purchase a grinder.. what does 1/2 HP more do for a grinder? Like would we notice a world of difference between a 1 and 1 1/2 HP grinder? I’m under the impression you can’t have too much power with a grinder, but we’re also kids on a budget so if we don’t really need it then I won’t get it.

Maybe 3-4 deer a year with some of an elk or two.


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[camping1601]

I don't know about motor size, but a #22 is the minimum IMO. I have a #22 Cabela's and the single regret I have is not getting the #32.
Only thing is a #32 is gonna be just heavy enough to be a pain to move around as needed.

 

[87TT]

I did an elk and a deer last year with a Harbor Freight grinder just fine. Made burger and sausage. Maybe not quite as fast but have been using it for a few years without issue. Won't break the bank. Just like this one at Walmart.

Robot or human?

 

[Trial153]

I went with a 1hp grinder, it can handle anything I throw at it. I woudlnt go any smaller.

 

[colersu22]

My father in law bought the 1 1/2hp one from cabelas about 4 years ago and it does about 3-4 animals a year and never skips a beat.

 

[Runningwater]

IMO you'd be just fine with with a 1hp. Not that you won't like the 1.5 if you don't mind the additional cost and another 25-20 lbs! I think the neck size is the same, at least for the cabelas models. I've never felt underpowered with my 1hp - but I'm generally working by myself.

 

[Blinginpse]

We got a 3hp 42 head. Think rates at 53lb per minute.

My advice as an avid meat processor find the biggest youcan afford then buy the meat size up. I'd not go below 1hp.

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[MtnMuley]

1 hp is absolutely fine for what you're doing. Obviously the 1.5 will be a little quicker, but I wouldn't spend the extra money. Also, I own both.

 

[jmez]

You don't need a 1.5. I do about the same as you and have a 1hp. I've never wished it were bigger or more powerful. It will grind as fast as you feed it.

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[willfrye027]

I’ve been getting by with the meat grinder attachment for a kitchen aid mixer. Did 6 deer last year with it no problem. The key with all grinding is partially freezing the meat into bite sized cubes.

 

[Jordan Budd]

Thank you for all the replies! We’ll see what Cabela’s has in stock this weekend but I’m fairly certain we’ll stick with the 1 HP.


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[Blinginpse]

Thank you for all the replies! We’ll see what Cabela’s has in stock this weekend but I’m fairly certain we’ll stick with the 1 HP.


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Do guy your homework on replacement parts for that.cabelas stuff

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[KClark]

When I started grinding wild game back in the '90s in Helena MT I went to the local tool rental yard and paid $10 a day for 3hp grinder. It always needed a good cleaning but it was better than the bigger $ to buy one.

Something to consider.

 

[Elkslayer67]

Take a look at LEM . They offset their feed tube. I know it doesn’t sound like much of a difference but I would put my 3/4 horse LEM Big Bite grinder against Cabela’s 1 horse any day. The offset gives it a larger purchase on the meat and literally pulls the meat through. Very rarely do you have to stuff the feed tube. The only reason I see in getting one larger is if you are grinding bone or a professional butcher shop. Just my two cents worth.

 

[xcutter]

The Cabela's Carnivore #22 is an awesome grinder which I think is a 1HP. It can grinder quicker than I can put meat in. Really impressed. Easier to clean than some other grinders I've used. I like the ice packs that snap onto the outside. I keep two in the freezer. I change them as needed when grinding.

 

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[Jordan Budd]

The Cabela's Carnivore #22 is an awesome grinder which I think is a 1HP. It can grinder quicker than I can put meat in. Really impressed. Easier to clean than some other grinders I've used. I like the ice packs that snap onto the outside. I keep two in the freezer. I change them as needed when grinding.

This is the exact one we’re looking at. Thanks!!


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[BRTreedogs]

This is the exact one we’re looking at. Thanks!!


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Its mostly about efficiency.
But I've gone thru a couple of the little $75 dollar ones.
It took 2 grinders and like 3-4 hours just to do the grind of a spike bull.
Imo it's like glass buy the most expensive you can afford. You'll never wish you had less.
In the cabelas ones I'd probably buy the one with the next bigger throat/plate.
You'll know what I'm taking about when you see them.
Is Kristy still with cabelas? Maybe she could scoop one up for a deal for ya???

 

[missjordan]

I got a 3/4 HP and wish i would of went with a 1. I think that’s a great size choice


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[Trial153]

The 22 neck is the about the biggest neck youd want for non commercial use. The larger the neck the more waste and regrind you have unless you breaking it down and regrinding.