At Ritchie, we build automatic waterers for cattle around what they need: easy access to water, safe design and reliable performance in every season.
Whether you’re running a large beef herd on pasture, managing cattle in a feedlot, or keeping dairy cows comfortable in the barn, their access to water directly impacts feed intake, health, and performance. Cattle drink in groups. They establish hierarchy. They return to the waterer multiple times a day. When space is limited, flow is restricted or water temperature swings, it shows up in stress levels and lost performance.
That’s why Ritchie waterers are designed with cattle behavior and safety in mind. They feature:
- Room to drink naturally, reducing crowding and competition.
- Consistent water availability, even during peak demand.
- Smooth, livestock-safe construction that stands up to heavy use.
- Reliable year-round function, supporting hydration in both heat and cold.
From high-capacity waterers that handle heavy use to single-sided units for smaller pens, Ritchie offers durable, efficient waterers built to fit your setup. Whatever your operation demands, there’s a Ritchie designed to deliver clean, fresh water every time.
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CattleMaster 480
The CattleMaster 480 is fully insulated with a quick-refill valve and thermostatically controlled heat. It's ideal for large pastures or pens and waters up to 200 beef cattle or 100 dairy cattle.
CattleMaster 840
The 7-foot-long CattleMaster 840 features a quick-refill valve and thermostatically controlled heat. Ideal for large pastures or pens, it waters up to 300 beef cattle or 150 dairy cattle.
CattleMaster 1440
The CattleMaster 1440 automatic waterer features a quick-refill valve and thermostatically controlled heat. Ideal for large pastures or pens, it waters up to 475 beef cattle or 240 dairy cattle.
CattleMaster 10T
The CattleMaster 10T is a taller 10-foot-long waterer. With a quick-refill valve and heat coverage, it's ideal for large pastures or pens and waters up to 400 beef cattle or 200 dairy cattle.
OmniFount 1
The OmniFount 1 is a single-sided automatic waterer for horses or cattle. It's ideal for stalls and small pens or paddocks and waters up to 20 horses or beef cattle.
Green OmniFount 1
The OmniFount 1 is a single-sided automatic waterer for horses or cattle in small pens or paddocks. It waters up to 20 horses or beef cattle.
OmniFount 2
The OmniFount 2 is a double-sided automatic waterer for horses or cattle. It's ideal for splitting a fence in small pens and paddocks. Waters up to 40 horses or beef cattle.
Green OmniFount 2
The OmniFount 2 is a double-sided automatic waterer for horses or cattle. Ideal for small pens and paddocks. Waters up to 40 horses or beef cattle with a drinking height of 18 inches.
OmniFount 3
The OmniFount 3 is a double-sided automatic waterer that can be used when splitting a fence or can stand alone in a pen. It can water up to 100 beef cattle or 50 dairy cattle.
FIND YOUR LOCAL DEALER
Ready to upgrade your herd’s water supply? Your local Ritchie dealer is here to help. Find your nearest expert to get the right waterers for your operation.
Having good, clean water for our cows and calves 365 days a year is the lifeblood of this operation.
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