Superior high-density bales

Taking a revolutionary step in baling technology and baling excellence in the High-Density baling segment, New Holland BigBaler 1290 High Density will produce bales up to 22% more dense than standard conventional balers, making for more efficient logistics & transport – ideal for professional baling contractors and bale merchants.

During 2024 baler tests against other manufacturers, the BigBaler 1290 High Density reached first place producing the heaviest bale averaging 735kg at 12% moisture and 80% density within lucerne.

Thanks to the balers short and narrow drawbar and its non-reflective yellow colour, operators have excellent visibility of the 2.35m pick-up when baling. For highly efficient crop processing you have the option of either the CropCutter™ system that guarantees a controlled cutting action and superior cutting performance through the slice at any load, or the high-capacity Packer manufactured with heavy duty components to ensure durability and to match the baler’s high throughput.

The award winning SmartShift™ gearbox features two-speed start-up technology to deliver even smoother baler engagement, which means your tractor driveline is always protected during baler engagement. The flywheel is also heavier than on BigBaler Plus models, and has a 16% larger diameter, coming in at 1080mm running at 1440rpm. Higher speed multiplied by larger size delivers 230% more energy than on BigBaler Plus models.

With the Loop Master™ knotting technology the second knot is now a loop style, which is 37% stronger compared to a standard knot. This results in an up to 26% increase in overall tensile strength for reduced breakages. More importantly, it eliminates twine offcuts – which are currently left in the fields and can even find their way into fodder. This provides a cost saving of over six kilometres or 46kg of twine are saved in a 10,000-bale season.

The user interface on the IntelliView™ IV colour touchscreen display enables the operators to control the main functions from the screen, including specific, direct access ‘action’ buttons, which can be used to control features such as bale density, bale length and PTO engagement.

The BB 1290 HD is also fitted with a steerable tandem axle and hydraulic suspension. Also included are the ActiveWeigh™ system and Rub pad Moisture measuring system.

Original innovation

The BC5060 and Hayliner 275 small square balers allows you to bale with confidence through the tried-and-tested side filling system. The baler extends from the tractor’s right, allowing for easy monitoring of the material feeding process. With the category 6 driveline high-energy 112kg flywheel the baler is built to last and provide the highest possible capacity.

The BC5060 is equipped with a 1,8m pick-up and the Hayliner 275 with a 2m pick-up, producing 460 x 360mm sized bales.

Proven simplicity

The Roll-Bar 125 round fixed chamber baler provides proven characteristics of simple reliable drive-lines, easy maintenance and high crop flexibility have been improved and enhanced to meet the needs of today’s farming operations.

Excellent bale formation in all crops is ensured by a floor roll and a starter roller, together with high tensile steel bale rotation bars that results in early core formation and positive rolling action in all crops and conditions to produce a bale of is 1,25m in diameter and 1,2m wide.

Definition of Disc Mowers & Mower-conditioners

The DuraDisc™ 210 mover can cut at a width of 3,2m and the Mowmax I™ disc cutter system can maintain a speed of 8 to 11km/h.

The popular 313 and 316 centre pivot disc mover conditioners are able to cut at a width of 4 and 5m, respectively. The patented Mowmax II™ disc cutter system is both durable and easy to maintain. The Shockpro™ hubs quickly absorb the impact of obstructions. In-field replacement of a broken ring gear is also easily done. The rubber conditioner rollers are adjustable, depending on the material and pressure applied.

For more information contact your nearest New Holland Dealer or call Derrick Coetzee on +27 (0)82 524 7447 or visit the New Holland website at www.newholland.com/za.