CASE IH has launched its new five-model baler range, including round, large square and small square balers suitable for baling a variety of crops from straw through to silage.
The company says the release is intended to help growers make the most of this year's hay season. It’s offering good promise, with higher yields expected to offset moderate prices.
“Favourable spring rains have meant the season has had an early and promising start in many areas. Along with growers, we’re hopeful the positive outlook will continue through to a good harvest, explained Case IH product performance manager for Hay, Ross Aylwin.
RB Round Balers:
The RB Series includes two new models available as Rotor Feeder and optional rotor cutter with variable bale diameters ranging up to 1.5 m on the RB 454 and 1.8 m on the RB 464.
With a 1.2 m wide chamber and a 2.3 m wide pick up, the RB Series is designed to pick up the widest of windrows for maximum productivity.
The units feature 128 tynes and long, large diameter augers that ensure smooth crop flow even in heavy conditions, resulting in evenly formed bales for easier handling.
The production of consistent dense bales is assured, thanks to the combined action of chevron pattern belts and all-steel rolls.
“It’s also easy to change bale size and density with the hydraulic belt-tensioning system and pressure gauge positioned within easy reach, which brings a greater level of control for operators,” Ross said.
A standard in-cab monitor also allows for bale size adjustments on-the-go, while providing operator alerts on wrapping and baling operation.
A bale shape indicator is also standard, and uses visual bar graphs and audible signals to indicate which side of the bale needs more hay, guiding the driving pattern to ensure the chamber is evenly filled.
LB3 Series Large Square Balers:
Aimed at commercial growers, custom operators and large scale operations, the LB Series provides operators with a choice of bale sizes to match individual shipping, storage and feeding needs.
Bale widths are 0.8 m on the LB333, and 1.2 m on the LB433. Bale height on both models is set at 0.9m, and length is adjustable up to 2.7m.
“In the end, easy handling, transportation and storage add up to saved time and more dollars for your bottom line,” Ross said.
To cater to varying crop types and to accommodate silage and other high moisture crops, the LB Series has a three-way density bale chamber that automatically adjusts pressure to maintain consistent bale density.
Like the RB Series, the LB3 Series also comes with a standard in-cab monitor to allow for numerous bale adjustments on-the-go, while providing operator alerts on baling operation.
In addition, the LB Series’ electronic system is fully ISO 11783 compliant, which ensures the baler can be attached to any compatible tractor such as the Puma CVT.
“This feature enables the operator to use the tractor’s existing monitor to perform all baler electronic functions. This simplifies operation and avoids cluttering the cab with additional implement monitors,” Ross added.
SB Small Square Series Balers:
The SB 541features a wide pick up and heavy duty feeding system to enable the production of high quality 35 by 46 cm bales in a range of conditions.
Serviceability and access to key maintenance points are standout features, with a new plunger and feeder shielding design.
The SB 541 also features a larger capacity, eight ball twine box, which allows for longer baling without the need to rethread, increasing productivity in field.
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