Heavy-Duty Undercarriage

The 900 features a dual axle leaf-spring suspension system to accommodate a 6,179 kg (13,623 lb) payload. The 1400 features a tandem axle with a 13,182 kg (29,000 lb) load capacity.

Benefit: Excellent flotation and load carrying capacity and smoother ride even in rougher field conditions.

Side Rails

Side rails are standard on the 900 and 1400 Hay Hikers.

Benefit: Greater stability when hauling soft or large round bales.

Large Payload Capacity

The 900 Hay Hiker can quickly handle twelve 1.22 m (48 inch) bales or eight 1.52 m, 1.60 m, 1.83 m (60, 63, or 72 inch) bales. The 1400 Hay Hiker easily handles eighteen 1.22 m (48 inch) bales; fourteen 1.52 m (60 inch) bales or twelve large 1.83 m (72 inch) bales.

Benefit: Customer has choice of Bale Carrier to fit baler type and bale size.

Bale Divider

Hydraulic control system tilts the frame while the push bar gently pushes the bales off the bed. During unloading, the Hay Hiker moves forward, separating bales side-to-side with the unique Bale Divider.

Benefit: This allows proper air circulation between rows while bales remain tight end-to-end for the best in weather protection and better quality feed - less waste.

Full Load Indicator

The full load indicator on the Hiker signals the operator when the Hay Hiker reaches maximum capacity. No more counting bales!

Benefit: Visual aid speeds picking operation.

Adjustable Fork Frame

The heavy-duty frame of the Bale Fork is adjustable. Uniquely positioned dual hydraulic cylinders maintain smooth fork operation.

Benefit: Enables the operator to adjust forks to lift all round bale sizes.

Safety Lighting

All Hay Hikers come with standard red and amber lighting.

Benefit: Safer road and highway transport.

High Capacity Orbit Motor

The high capacity orbit motor ensures the smooth operation of the Push Bar with even the most demanding loads.

Benefit: Increased durability and trouble-free operation.

Push Bar

Bales are gently rolled from the Deflector onto the bed frame and moved along the bed with the Push Bar. There are no chain hooks to tear the bale twine or wrapping.

Benefit: Less damage – more efficient bale picking (reduces re-baling broken bales) and ensures a tight end-to-end pack for better storage.

Rotate Bales

Contact the bale at almost any angle. The Bale Turner quickly rotates bales onto the fork, allowing you to follow directly behind the baler. No more pulling away from fence lines!

Benefit: Operator can pick up bales in any orientation to greatly speed up the loading and unloading process.

Commercial Grade

Dual Walking Axles

The dual walking axles keep all eight of the high floatation 16.5L x 16.1 FI tires in contact with the ground at all times for a smoother ride over soft fields and irrigation pivot tracks.

Truss Frame

The heavy-duty undercarriage and reinforced truss frame are built to stand up to the needs of the commercial bale-picking operator.

Gentle Operation

Smooth Bed and Push Bars

The smooth bed protects net-wrap from tears making it gentler than any other round bale carrier. Each push bar is operated with a double #80 roller chain that is completely covered under the bed and protected from falling dirt and debris. The push bars travel the full length of the bed, ensuring stacks are tight and neat. This helps prevent moisture getting between the bales.

Heavy-duty Bale Fork

The adjustable heavy-duty fork lifts the large round bales while the dual hydraulic cylinders provide smooth fork operation and full control when picking.

Bale Turners

Bale turners on the inside and outside of the fork allow bales to be picked in any direction. The bale deflector gently rolls the bale onto the bed frame. The push bar effortlessly moves bales along the smooth bed surface.

Full Load Indicator

The full load indicator on the 2200 Bale Hiker signals the operator when the Bale Hiker has reached its maximum capacity.

Adjustable Bale Divider

The adjustable bale divider has twelve positions to suit any preference to place space between the rows of bales.

Safety and Performance

Safe Transport

The 2200 Bale Hiker is exceptionally well balanced to ensure safety and stability in transport. Safety lighting makes it clearly visible to oncoming or rear traffic.

High Capacity Motors

Two high capacity orbit motors (one on each push bar) features built in pressure reliefs to ensure reliability.

Side Rails

The side rails can be easily adjusted to suit, 4’, 5’ or 6’ diameter bales. The rear side rails are designed to be replaced quickly and easily.

PRODUCTIVITY

• Rolling rack provides faster loading and improved load stability
• Can handle multiple sizes of bales and bundles for increased versatility
• Larger tires result in less soil compaction

DURABILITY

• 154% stronger frame results in a longer product life
• 11% longer axle suspension creates a smoother ride
• Increased load weight supports picking heavier bales

EASE OF USE

• ISOBUS terminal operating system allows use of existing tractor displays
• Auto-greasing system simplifies maintenance
• Low-maintenance sensors reduce down time

Grab Hooks and Alignment Arms on the 12SR

The grab hooks come out from behind the loader and holds the first bale in place. One hydraulic cylinder is used to activate the four large hooks. Unique floating pipes are connected to the ends of the alignment arms. With the loader raised 8 to 12 inches the pipes slide down to allow the alignment arms to hold the second bale creating the forward stair step in each row.

Auto Align® System

This system consists of the alignment arms and the loader. With the Auto Align System the Bale Skoop can pick up bales in the same direction the field was baled.

Benefit: Will work on corrugated, border dyke or pivot tracked land.

Sequencing Valve

The unique sequencing arrangement employs a custom sequence valve and a 4-way valve. Together these two valves sequence the alignment arms, grab hooks and loader. The hydraulic hoses are laid out neatly for easy access.

Full Width Axle and Tire Options

A 22,000 pound capacity axle is bolted to the Bale Skoop. The 12SR comes standard with High Flotation Terra Tires, but can also be equipped with Dual Truck Tires on the same axle.

Benefit: Less soil compaction and customer has choice of tires to fit operation.

Manifold for Hoses and Double Hitch Cradle

The manifold, located at the end of the hitch, allows for easy servicing. The hitch is cradled at the pivot point for added strength. Plastic plates are placed at the contact points to decrease wear.

Benefit: Easy servicing, added strength, decrease in wear.

Ball Style Hitch and Labeled Hydraulics

A ball hitch is used on the Auto Align BALE SKOOP. Hydraulic hoses which are labeled come out of the hitch and easily hook into the tractor outlets.

Benefit: The labeled hoses make for easy identification for the connection to the 3 remotes needed from the tractor.

Warning Light

The warning light that is placed in the cab indicates if the BALE SKOOP is offset from the travel of the tractor. The Bale Skoop should always be in line when traveling through the field or on a road.

Benefit: Increased safety when traveling with the BALE SKOOP.

Automatic Grab Hooks Hold the First Bale in Place

Alignment arms align the first bale to the center of the machine. Then the grab hooks automatically engage to hold the first bale in place allowing the alignment arms to open and engage the second bale.

Pick-Up Bales in any Orientation

Bales can be picked up on the go at speeds up to 5 mph. In the offset position the bales are automatically aligned with the two alignment arms connected to the front of the loader. The bales will slide sideways and turn to fit between the arms as the BALE SKOOP is driven forward.

Benefit: Operator can pick up bales in any orientation to greatly reduce loading time.

Pick 2 Bales per Cycle

Alignment arms align the first bale to the center of the machine. Then the grab hooks automatically engage to hold the first bale in place allowing the alignment arms to open and engage the second bale.

Benefit: The ability to pick up 2 bales per loader cycle is a significant time saver.

Bales Moved by Gravity

The bed of the Bale Skoop is inclined to allow bales to slide to the back of the bed by gravity.

Benefit: This method means less maintenance because there are no chains or push offs to move the bales.

Fast and Accurate Stacking

The top bale is held in place by the loader. At the stacking location, steering with the hitch allows the operator to see the existing stack so the load can be easily aligned. Once the bed is vertical, the alignment arms are opened, and the BALE SKOOP is driven forward to remove the forklift teeth from under the stack.

Benefit: Steering with the hitch allows for easy alignment when stacking, a big time saver for the operator.

Auto Align® System

This system consists of the alignment arms and the loader. With the Auto Align System the BALE SKOOP can pick up bales in the same direction the field was baled.

Benefit: Will work on corrugated, border dyke or pivot tracked land.

Full Width Axle and Tire Options

A 22,000 pound capacity axle is bolted to the BALE SKOOP. The HD4SR comes standard with High Floatation Implement Tires, but can also be equipped with High Floatation Terra Tires.

Benefit: Less soil compaction and customer has choice of tires to fit operation.

Manifold for Hoses and Double Hitch Cradle

The manifold, located at the end of the hitch, allows for easy servicing. The hitch is cradled at the pivot point for added strength. Plastic plates are placed at the contact points to decrease wear.

Benefit: Easy servicing, added strength, decrease in wear.

Solid Ball Style Hitch and Labeled Hydraulics

A ball hitch is used on the Auto Align BALE SKOOP. Hydraulic hoses which are labeled come out of the hitch and easily hook into the tractor outlets.

Benefit: The labeled hoses make for easy identification for the connection to the 3 remotes needed from the tractor.

Warning Light

The warning light that is placed in cab indicates blackjack online if the BALE SKOOP is offset from the travel of the tractor. The BALE SKOOP should always be in line when traveling through the field or on a road.

Benefit: Increased safety when traveling with the BALE SKOOP.

Pick-Up Bales in any Orientation

Bales can be picked up on the go at speeds up to 5 mph. In the offset position the bales are automatically aligned with the two alignment arms connected to the front of the loader. The bales will slide sideways and turn to fit between the arms as the BALE SKOOP is driven forward.

Benefit: Operator can pick up bales in any orientation to greatly reduce loading time.

Fast and Accurate Stacking

The top bale is held in place by the loader. At the stacking location, steering with the hitch allows the operator to see the existing stack so the load can be easily aligned. Once the bed is vertical, the alignment arms are opened, and the BALE SKOOP is driven forward to remove the forklift teeth from under the stack.

Benefit: Steering with the hitch allows for easy alignment when stacking, a big time saver for the operator.

Bales Moved By Gravity

The bed of the BALE SKOOP is inclined to allow bales to slide to the back of the bed by gravity.

Benefit: This method means less maintenance because there are no chains or push offs to move the bales.