Jinma/FarmPro & Large Round Hay Bales Can it do it
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John:
I have not seen them lifted using rear 3pt, but have seen pics of them being lifted using the front FEL and a spike on that. NOW i don't know what size bail it was but I do remember seeing the photo of it being done. lots have to do with how wet the hay is too... little moisture means lighter but I'm sure you already know that. if you already have a spike post where you are maybe someone will try and lift one for ya and see if it will...???
sorry not a lot of help but others will chime in I'm sure.
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I have not seen them lifted using rear 3pt, but have seen pics of them being lifted using the front FEL and a spike on that. NOW i don't know what size bail it was but I do remember seeing the photo of it being done. lots have to do with how wet the hay is too... little moisture means lighter but I'm sure you already know that. if you already have a spike post where you are maybe someone will try and lift one for ya and see if it will...???
sorry not a lot of help but others will chime in I'm sure.
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</font><font color="blue" class="small">( Does anyone have actual experience using a Jinma/FarmPro to lift large round bales with a rear spike ?? )</font>
The answer depends heavily upon WHICH Jinma/FarmPro you're asking about. FarmPros are generally in the 18-25hp range, whereas Jinma are being sold up to 45 hp.
Extra weight and balance generally accompanies horsepower increases. More weight - and better distribution - means bigger bales.
I never even considered investing in a TPH spike for my JM254. Front ballast isn't a consideration either, because the rear hydraulics are only rated to lift something like 875 pounds. But I wouldn't have any problem buying one for my KM454. It's a good 1600# heavier, with twice the hydraulic lift rating.
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The answer depends heavily upon WHICH Jinma/FarmPro you're asking about. FarmPros are generally in the 18-25hp range, whereas Jinma are being sold up to 45 hp.
Extra weight and balance generally accompanies horsepower increases. More weight - and better distribution - means bigger bales.
I never even considered investing in a TPH spike for my JM254. Front ballast isn't a consideration either, because the rear hydraulics are only rated to lift something like 875 pounds. But I wouldn't have any problem buying one for my KM454. It's a good 1600# heavier, with twice the hydraulic lift rating.
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