GSI 1126 Grain Dryer

The largest model in the GSI 1100 Series

The GSI 1126 Grain Dryer is the biggest dryer in the GSI 1100 Series, giving farms the highest capacity available within this simpler single-module portable lineup. For buyers comparing dryers on Aglist, that makes the 1126 an important model: it delivers the top end of the 1100 Series without moving into a larger multi-module dryer class.  

Because the 1100 Series is designed as a fixed-format platform rather than an expandable one, the 1126 is best viewed as the maximum-capacity choice for growers who want to stay in this family. That can be especially attractive for farms that need stronger harvest throughput but still prefer a portable dryer that is easier to size, place, and understand than a larger system.  

Where the GSI 1126 fits in the lineup

The official 1100 Series lineup includes 1108, 1112, 1114, 1116, 1118, 1120, 1122, and 1126. GSI’s lineup overview lists the full 1100 Series at about 219 to 708 bushels of holding capacity and roughly 420 to 1,160 BPH in all-heat drying at 5-point removal, depending on model. The 1126 sits at the top of both ranges in that family.  

In practical terms, this means the 1126 is the model buyers often reach for when smaller 1100 Series dryers may feel too limited during wetter harvest seasons or when trucking and combining pace demand more drying room. It still belongs to the same portable, single-module concept, but it stretches that concept as far as GSI takes it in this series.  

GSI 1126 drying performance

According to GSI’s published 1100 Series specifications, the GSI 1126 Grain Dryer is rated at 1,160 BPH in Full Heat 20% to 15%, 720 BPH in Full Heat 25% to 15%, and 520 BPH in Full Heat 30% to 15%. In Dry & Cool staged batch, it is rated at 610 BPH at 20% to 15% and 460 BPH at 25% to 15%.  

Those figures make the 1126 the strongest performer in the 1100 Series. For farms where harvest conditions can turn into a race against weather, labour, and storage space, that extra output may be the difference between a dryer that keeps up and one that becomes the bottleneck.  

Capacity, construction, and size

GSI lists the 1126 as a 1 module, 1 stage dryer with a grain column size of 14 inches x 26 feet long. Total holding capacity is shown at 708 bushels, with 611 bushels of grain column holding capacity.  

The dimension table lists the 1126 with a transport length of 35’2”, transport width of 8’, and transport height of 13’5”. Installed dimensions are 33’2” long, 8’ wide, and 14’6” high. Approximate transport weight is listed at 11,000 lb.  

For Canadian farms, these size details matter almost as much as drying output. Yard layout, towing access, concrete pad planning, and how the dryer fits with wet-bin and unloading equipment can all shape whether the machine feels like a clean fit or a complicated installation.  

Augers, unloading, and grain handling

In the published 1100 Series specification table, the GSI 1126 is listed with an 8-inch top auger rated at 7.5 HP and an 8-inch flight / 10-inch tube bottom auger also rated at 7.5 HP. Top auger capacity is shown at 3,800 BPH. The meter roll drive is listed as VFD, 1 HP, and maximum capacity is shown at 2,800 BPH.  

These details are useful because real-world dryer performance depends on more than the advertised BPH number. Grain feed consistency, discharge control, and how smoothly the machine handles crop flow through long harvest days can affect owner satisfaction just as much as raw burner output.  

Heater, fan, and electrical details

The heater on the GSI 1126 is listed at 9.0 million BTU/hr. In GSI’s portable dryer brochure, the three-phase fan for the 1126 is shown as 25 HP, 42-inch, and the lineup table does not show a single-phase option for this model.  

Electrical requirements in GSI’s chart are shown at 117/193 amps for three-phase 208 V, 107/178 amps for three-phase 230 V, 56/89 amps for three-phase 460 V, and 46/73 amps for three-phase 575 V. These numbers should be checked carefully during planning because site power can have a big impact on the actual installed cost of a dryer.  

Drying style and crop-use flexibility

GSI says the 1100 Series is primarily an all-heat corn drying system, but also notes that it can be used in Continuous Batch Dry & Cool operation either full time or for specific situations. The company specifically mentions uses such as putting a dry cone in a flat-bottom wet bin, or handling occasional soybean or wheat drying where cooled grain is needed.  

That makes the 1126 more versatile than a simple one-line category label suggests. The final fit still depends on crop mix, target moisture removal, storage airflow, and harvest pace, but GSI’s own wording makes it clear that the model is not restricted to just one narrow operating scenario.  

What makes the GSI 1126 attractive to buyers

From an Aglist perspective, the GSI 1126 Grain Dryer stands out because it offers the highest capacity in the 1100 Series while keeping the same simpler single-module architecture. That can be attractive for buyers who want the strongest output available in this family, but still are not looking to step into a larger and more complex dryer platform.  

It can be especially appealing for growers who already know they need more than the 1120 or 1122 can comfortably offer, yet still want a portable dryer that feels realistic to place and manage on a small- or medium-sized farm. In that sense, the 1126 is often the “top-end without leaving the family” option.  

Real-world buying questions

Is the GSI 1126 enough for a demanding grain operation?

In many cases, yes. On paper, the 1126 offers 1,160 BPH at 20% to 15% in Full Heat and 708 bushels of total holding capacity, which makes it the most capable model in the 1100 Series. Whether it is enough still depends on acreage, crop moisture, harvest pace, labour, and storage setup.  

Is the 1126 still a good first dryer?

It can be, but usually for farms that already know they need the top end of the 1100 Series. GSI positions the series overall as a strong first high-speed dryer, but the 1126 is the largest and most demanding version of that concept.  

Can it work for crops besides corn?

GSI says yes, in the right setup. While the series is mainly described as an all-heat corn dryer, it can also be used in Dry & Cool operation for occasional soybean or wheat drying where cooled grain is needed.  

Final thoughts

The GSI 1126 Grain Dryer is the flagship model of the 1100 Series and a strong fit for farms that want maximum output from GSI’s single-module portable dryer family. With published performance up to 1,160 BPH at 20% to 15% in Full Heat, 708 bushels of total holding capacity, and a layout built for simpler on-farm integration than larger dryer classes, it fills an important role for growers who need high throughput without leaving the 1100 Series platform.  

For Aglist, this page works best as a model-focused resource built around specifications, farm-fit decisions, buyer comparison, and later owner feedback. It is exactly the kind of page where real operator impressions can become a major competitive advantage over time.  

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