Recent content by Brente

I'm looking at a different baler, it is a New Holland 648. I'm baling with a 63 hp IH and wanting to bale about 40 bales a year. This baler bales with pipes attached to chains vs flat belts. This baler seems to be mechanically sound and I like the simplicity. There is no automation or electrical...

I'm looking for my first decent used round baler. I have found 2 at $2500.00, a Hesston 5540 and a Gehl 1475. I read many of your previous posts. The Gehl belts, teeth on main sprockets and chain tension look to be in better shape. Both are line tied manually with toggle switch. The Gehl looks...

I have a 63 hp IH 640 diesel tractor and wanting to round bale my hay. I have found a Hesston 5540 round baler in pretty good shape. I'm getting conflicting opinions on the ability of my tractor to power the baler. My question is will it power it or suggest another model baler. Baling about 40...