New Holland BigBaler 340 High Density CropCutter® Rotor Cutter
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Features
BigBaler High Density Series
ALL-OUT EFFICIENCY
True to its name, the BigBaler 340 High Density packs more crop into every bale. Put into numbers, the BigBaler 340 High Density can deliver up to 22% higher-density bales than other conventional large square balers, and up to 15% more when compared to a BigBaler 340 PLUS.
MAXISWEEP™ PICKUP
IMPROVED PRODUCTIVITY AND DURABILITY
The standard poly tine bands provide low friction and a flat surface for smoother crop flow and quieter operation. Additionally, their flexibility and high wear resistance extend the life of the tines, which means less maintenance for you. For even greater durability on the roughest terrain or when quickly baling windrows, heavy-duty gauge wheels are available with your choice of fixed or castering arm designs.
CROPCUTTER® FEEDING SYSTEM
BENEFITS OF SHORTER PARTICLE LENGTH
Cutting crop as it’s fed into the baler delivers shorter particle lengths, which results in tighter material packing and greater bale density. Cutting material with up to 29 spring-protected knives can help improve silage bale fermentation, feed digestibility, bale breakup and mixing, and material absorbency. Added density can also mean more weight per bale and more tons per truck, providing even greater savings.
PACKER FEEDING SYSTEM
RELIABLE PACKER FEEDING
The high-capacity packer model features three, three-tine packer forks made of Hardox®-brand steel that deliver performance, durability, and wear resistance. To match the baler's high throughput, the packer driveline is upgraded to handle up to 25% more power than BigBaler PLUS models.
HIGH-DENSITY BALING
HIGH-DENSITY PERFORMANCE
The BigBaler 340 High Density can deliver up to 22% higher-density bales than other conventional large square balers, and up to 15% more when compared to the BigBaler 340 PLUS.
FRAME & AXLES
HEAVY-DUTY FRAME
A new, even more robust frame has been designed to withstand higher-density loads created by the baler. The new main gearbox is mounted to the top beam to reduce crop accumulation underneath and increase durability. Additionally, the drawbar is not part of the main frame to facilitate height adjustment via the dedicated height adjustment rods, which is convenient when baling with different tractors.
DRIVELINE
START WITH THE PLUNGER BACK
High density does not mean hard starting. When the machine is stopped, the smart brake stops the plunger away from the bale face. Since the plunger does not press on the bale face at startup, initial harsh-starting torque loads are virtually eliminated.
LOOP MASTER™ KNOTTER
STRONGER KNOTS AND FEWER BROKEN BALES
Delivering up to a 26% increase in overall tensile strength for reduced breakages, the Loop Master™ double knotting system forms the first knot in each bale with a loop style, which is 37% stronger compared to a standard or conventional large square baler knot. Perhaps more importantly, this knotting system eliminates twine offcuts, resulting in cleaner fields and feed – a great advantage for export hay producers. This system saves nearly four miles of twine for every 10,000 bales.
VISIBILITY
SUPERIOR DAY AND NIGHT VISIBILITY
When you partner a BigBaler 340 High Density baler with a New Holland high-horsepower tractor, you can get 360° LED lighting to maintain your productivity, safety, visibility, and ease of operation, even in the middle of the night.
PRECISION LAND MANAGEMENT
MYPLM™ CONNECT
MyPLM Connect enables you to connect to your BigBaler 340 High Density from the comfort of your office and monitor and features over 27 operating parameters through the utilization of the mobile network. You can stay in touch with your machines at all times and even send and receive real-time information, helping to save you time and enhance your productivity.
The Farm tab on the MyPLM Connect portal is where you can analyze all field data transferred on the MyPLM Connect network. Even better, you can map bale data. This information is recorded in real time while baling, then automatically uploads via the connected vehicle. This data is also available on the MyPLM Connect Farm mobile app, which can be used by a telehandler or loader tractor operator to selectively load bales. When equipped, the moisture, weight, location, density, and flake count are recorded for each bale.
ACCESSIBILITY & MAINTENANCE
WIDE-OPEN SERVICING
For easy servicing, a single-piece, two-stage front hood easily glides open on gas struts. The shield opens partially for fast access to all service points, or fully for complete access to all areas for cleaning.
Specifications
BigBaler 340 High Density CropCutter® Rotor Cutter | |
Bale Dimensions | |
Width in. (cm) | 47 (120) |
Height in. (cm) | 35 (90) |
Minimum / Maximum length in. (cm) | 39 / 118 (100 / 300) |
Tractor Requirements | |
Minimum PTO power hp(hp) [kW] | 250-270 (186-201) |
PTO speed / type | 1000 rpm / 20 spline shaft |
Hydraulic remotes | 2 x double acting 1 x single acting - 2 double acting + load sensing power beyond port* |
Main Drive | |
SmartShift™ two-speed powershift gearbox - Two-speed / lower torque start-up | Standard |
SmartShift™ two-speed powershift gearbox - Smart brake plunger technology | Standard |
SmartShift™ two-speed powershift gearbox - Overload protection | Standard |
Flywheel diameter in. (mm) | 42.5 (1080) |
Flywheel weight lb.(kg) | 714 (324) |
Super-duty main gearbox - Enclosed sextuple reduction gearing | Standard |
Super-duty main gearbox - Twin drive gears turning the main ouput gear | Standard |
Main gearbox type input speed (rpm) | 1440 |
5 Bar MaxiSweep™ Pick-up | |
Width (DIN 11220) ft. (m) | 7.7 (2.35) |
Roller windguard | Standard |
Feed assist auger - chain driven | Standard |
Feed assist auger - hydraulic driven | Optional |
Number of double tines | 85 |
Tine diameter in. (mm) | 0.2 (5.5) |
Flotation | Adjustable spring |
Removable gauge wheels | Standard |
Removable castering gauge wheels | Optional |
HD 15x6.00-6 gauge wheel tires | Standard |
Pick up slipclutch protection | Standard |
Packer Feeding System | |
Feeder | - |
Feed assist auger | - |
CropCutter® System | |
Number of knives | 29 |
Theoretical cut length in. (mm) | 1.5 (39) |
Full access, slide-out knife drawer | Standard |
Knife activation, in - out | Hydraulic |
Knife blanking plates & storage | Standard |
Hydraulic drop-floor slug release | Standard |
Spring-loaded knife protection | Standard |
Hard-faced rotor | Standard |
Rotor protection | Standard |
Pre-Compresstion Chamber & Stuffer | |
SmartFill™ II system | Standard |
Stuffer activation | Automatic charge sensing |
Stuffer mechanism | Fork with 6 tines |
Stuffer drive | Oil-bath gearbox |
Stuffer speed | up to 48 cycles per minute |
Stuffer protection | Shear bolt (M10x90) |
Plunger | |
Speed Strokes/min | 48 |
Length of stroke in. (mm) | 29 (748) |
Tying System | |
Loop Master™ double knot type | Standard |
Twine type | 100-130 m/kg grade |
Number of twines | 6 |
Knotter fan type | Electric |
Number of knotter fans | 3 |
Knotter engagement system | Electronic |
Knotter function alert | Monitor and knotter flags |
Knotter lubrication | Grease / Autolube |
Twine ball capacity | 36 XL |
Hydraulic foldable twine boxes | Standard |
Bale Density System | |
Operation | Manual or automatic density |
Number of cylinders | 7 double acting cylinders |
Hydraulic system type | Proportional controlled |
Precision Farming Solutions | |
ISOBUS Class III with AEF Certification | Standard |
ISOBUS compatible for Virtual Terminal - less display | Standard |
IntelliView™ IV color touchscreen display | Optional |
ISOBUS III IntelliCruise™ System | Optional |
ActiveWeigh™ Bale Weight System | Optional |
Moisture sensing - rub pad | Optional |
Moisture sensing - star wheel | Optional |
PLM GPS data logging | Optional |
CropSaver™ Crop Preservative Applicator | Optional |
Camera monitoring system | Optional |
Lights | |
Front & rear road & signal lights | Standard |
1 x Rotary beacon | Optional |
2 x Rear work lights | Standard |
LED Strip needle light | Standard |
LED Strip pickup light | Standard |
LED Strip knotter lights | Standard |
LH/RH - LED twine box lights | Optional |
LH/RH - LED stuffer lights | Optional |
Axles, Tires & Wheels | |
Large wheel tandem axle | Standard |
Hydraulic adjustable suspension | Standard |
Maximum steering angle | 14° |