There’s a new addition to Case IH’s popular baler range, with the RB6 HD Pro Series round baler joining the line-up, offering a range of new features aimed at boosting durability, productivity and performance.
To be launched at AgQuip this week ((AUGUST 22-24)), this all-new variable chamber round baler produces bales up to 165cm or 190cm depending on the model - both larger than the equivalent sizes able to be produced by the current RB5 Series models - with either size baler available as a rotor feed or a 25-knife rotor cut version.
“As well as larger bales, the RB6 HD Pro Series has been designed for high frequency use, offering increased durability and heavier components to suit those customers who produce a high annual bale count like contractors and larger hay producers. It’s actually about a tonne heavier than its current RB5 series sibling and is basically a completely new baler,” said Andrew Wood, Case IH Australia/New Zealand Product Specialist.
There’s a new “from the ground up” driveline with a heavy-duty T type gearbox that delivers power to both sides of the baler, reducing complexity and transmitting power more evenly for better balance and smoother operation. A larger 520mm rotor also helps increase the baler’s overall capacity.
“The four belts used by the RB6 HD Pro series balers are deflected only 10 times as they rotate through the machine, reducing belt stress and increasing their service life, with most of the bale weight carried on the floor roller to aid in extending the life of the belts,” Andrew said.
A new feature is the active drop floor which automatically moves to allow heavy crop flow to pass and avoid plugging. This movement is also constantly monitored so the operator can be alerted when excessive floor movement is being detected.
Other features include:
- The need for only two sets of hydraulic remotes on the tractor due to a new hydraulic valve bank on the baler with hydraulic function selections chosen through the display;
- A new user interface delivering sharp graphics with a clear layout and easy-to-use set-up menus;
- A reduced number of components for simplicity and to minimise maintenance;
- A new belt path and roller configuration which has been designed to create a compact core-forming chamber ensuring tight bale core formation is achieved quickly;
- The rollers are larger, as well as a number of bearings, chains and sprockets, for added durability;
- The 5-bar pick-up has been revised from the current RB5 Series with a change to the pick-up mount, increasing the forward angle to allow for an even smoother crop flow as it transitions between the pick-up and the rotor;
- The option to configure the baler to operate with ISOBUS Class 3-compatible tractors to control several tractor and baler functions without any operator input;
- The option to add moisture sensors and an automatic greasing system; and
- LED lighting under the side shields for easier maintenance and inspection during night-time operation.
“This new round baler offers some of the best features we have come to know and love on the RB5 Series, combined with a raft of new features to appeal to a range of farming and contracting businesses looking for that next level machine. It’s got the durability and versatility for a variety of crop types and conditions, baling even the heaviest crop with remarkable speed and efficiency, and with an emphasis on ease of operation and maintenance,” Andrew said.
For more information, contact your local Case IH dealer.
New features, enhanced durability hallmarks of Case IH new round baler series
There’s a new addition to Case IH’s popular baler range, with the RB6 HD Pro Series round baler joining the line-up, offering a range of new features aimed at boosting durability, productivity and performance.
To be launched at AgQuip this week ((AUGUST 22-24)), this all-new variable chamber round baler produces bales up to 165cm or 190cm depending on the model - both larger than the equivalent sizes able to be produced by the current RB5 Series models - with either size baler available as a rotor feed or a 25-knife rotor cut version.
“As well as larger bales, the RB6 HD Pro Series has been designed for high frequency use, offering increased durability and heavier components to suit those customers who produce a high annual bale count like contractors and larger hay producers. It’s actually about a tonne heavier than its current RB5 series sibling and is basically a completely new baler,” said Andrew Wood, Case IH Australia/New Zealand Product Specialist.
There’s a new “from the ground up” driveline with a heavy-duty T type gearbox that delivers power to both sides of the baler, reducing complexity and transmitting power more evenly for better balance and smoother operation. A larger 520mm rotor also helps increase the baler’s overall capacity.
“The four belts used by the RB6 HD Pro series balers are deflected only 10 times as they rotate through the machine, reducing belt stress and increasing their service life, with most of the bale weight carried on the floor roller to aid in extending the life of the belts,” Andrew said.
A new feature is the active drop floor which automatically moves to allow heavy crop flow to pass and avoid plugging. This movement is also constantly monitored so the operator can be alerted when excessive floor movement is being detected.
Other features include:
- The need for only two sets of hydraulic remotes on the tractor due to a new hydraulic valve bank on the baler with hydraulic function selections chosen through the display;
- A new user interface delivering sharp graphics with a clear layout and easy-to-use set-up menus;
- A reduced number of components for simplicity and to minimise maintenance;
- A new belt path and roller configuration which has been designed to create a compact core-forming chamber ensuring tight bale core formation is achieved quickly;
- The rollers are larger, as well as a number of bearings, chains and sprockets, for added durability;
- The 5-bar pick-up has been revised from the current RB5 Series with a change to the pick-up mount, increasing the forward angle to allow for an even smoother crop flow as it transitions between the pick-up and the rotor;
- The option to configure the baler to operate with ISOBUS Class 3-compatible tractors to control several tractor and baler functions without any operator input;
- The option to add moisture sensors and an automatic greasing system; and
- LED lighting under the side shields for easier maintenance and inspection during night-time operation.
“This new round baler offers some of the best features we have come to know and love on the RB5 Series, combined with a raft of new features to appeal to a range of farming and contracting businesses looking for that next level machine. It’s got the durability and versatility for a variety of crop types and conditions, baling even the heaviest crop with remarkable speed and efficiency, and with an emphasis on ease of operation and maintenance,” Andrew said.
For more information, contact your local Case IH dealer.