Square Baler

[Sam Hottinger]

Can I run a square baler with a Model 600 or a model 2000? I have the opportunity to buy a baler and rake that I know are in good shape at a god price, but I don't want to do it if I can't use them.
Thanks,
Sam

 

[mhb@ufe]

Either tractor will run a baler although it would be much easier if one of them has a two stage clutch.

Mark

 

[Tom in TN]

Sam,

I bale with a New Holland 273 baler that I pull with a 1973 Ford 2000 tractor. I have a New Holland 256 side-delivery rake and a Ford 501 sickle bar mower.

The tractor is sufficient for any of those implements. My farm is very hilly, but the 20 acres of hay ground is relatively flat.

Tom in TN

 

[Sam Hottinger]

The 2000 has a 2 stage clutch. I need to do a lot of work on it though. I just found oout the front main bearing needs to be replaced and it has hydraulic issues. Thanks for your help.
Sam

 

[Sam Hottinger]

How about a haybine? I also found one of those available.