Trac-Tech
Bronze Member
Hi Guys
I second what Renze said. It really depends on the conditions you are working in and what you are making. Wheel rakes are good for dry hay, but when in not quite ready conditions with rain clouds around and a farmer stressing about it being baled before it rains, it can make rope for you.
Down here in Aus, wheel rakes are still big sellers in the dry areas where they only produce hay and straw. In the wetter areas where they make hay and silage, roataries are the only things used.
In Silage, it definitely winds the grass into "Rupunzles hair". Thats my experience anyway and I am sure there will be differing opinions on this, but I hope it helps.
Cheers
I second what Renze said. It really depends on the conditions you are working in and what you are making. Wheel rakes are good for dry hay, but when in not quite ready conditions with rain clouds around and a farmer stressing about it being baled before it rains, it can make rope for you.
Down here in Aus, wheel rakes are still big sellers in the dry areas where they only produce hay and straw. In the wetter areas where they make hay and silage, roataries are the only things used.
In Silage, it definitely winds the grass into "Rupunzles hair". Thats my experience anyway and I am sure there will be differing opinions on this, but I hope it helps.
Cheers