Designed for large farms and contractors looking for higher density bales and increased versatility, John Deere’s new 864 Premium variable-chamber round baler was previewed at Cereals 2009.
There are four new John Deere Premium baler models being introduced for the 2010 season; the 644 fixed-chamber baler, the 744 wrapping baler and the 854 or 864 variable-chamber balers. They replace replace the 578, 678 and 582 or 592 models respectively.
All four machines will be equipped as standard with a new 2.2m Maxicut 25-knife precutter pick-up, and a new drop-floor device, operated from the cab, that prevents blockages caused by the build-up of crop material.
The new fine-chop pick-up allows four different cutting-length adjustments from 40-140mm, or it can be removed from work for maximum versatility. To extend working time, it is also possible to run with a half set of knives at a fixed chop length, for example, by simply closing off the rest of the knives.
The 864 variable-chamber baler produces up to 16% higher density bales, up to 1.55m or 1.80m diameter in all crops, by utilising larger diameter tensioning cylinders and tension arms.
This newly styled model incorporates reinforced composite side panels, and is fitted with a range of other Premium features as standard. These include a pick-up roller compressor, automatic chain lubrication, a cleaning auger and the CoverEdge netwrapping system.
For more information visit: www.deere.co.uk.
