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EP-3200×2500×2010mm (L×W×H) Φ1000mm Compression Round Baler

The EP ∅1000mm is a professional-grade, trailed-type round baler designed for commercial livestock farms, agricultural contractors, and cooperative harvest operations that demand consistent high-density bale output across long working days. With an overall machine footprint of 3200×2500×2010mm and a finished bale diameter of Ø1000mm, this unit occupies the heavy-duty tier of the round baler machine market — a segment where bale weight, wrapping reliability, and mechanical durability translate directly into seasonal profitability.

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Heavy-Duty Agricultural Round Baler

EP-3200×2500×2010mm (L×W×H) ∅1000mm Compression Round Baler

A large-capacity trailed agricultural round baler engineered for high-throughput commercial forage operations — delivering Ø1000mm round hay bales with automatic net wrapping, 18-roller pressing chamber, and a matched power range of 36.7–110.3 kW.

 

1. Technical Specifications

All data below corresponds to the EP-3200×2500×2010mm (L×W×H) ∅1000mm Compression Round Baler, based on the 9YQ-1950 series engineering platform.

No. Parameter Unit Specification
1 Model Name — EP ∅1000mm Compression Round Baler
2 Hitching Method — Trailed
3 Picking Width mm 1950
4 Feed Inlet Width mm —
5 Picker Structure — Spring Tooth Type
6 Feeder Structure — Shift Fork Feeding Mechanism + Screw Continuous Feeding Mechanism
7 Bale Chamber Type — Roll Drum Type (Fixed Chamber)
8 Compression Room Width mm 1250
9 Bale Diameter mm Ø1000
10 No. of Pressing Rollers pc 18
11 Pressing Roller Diameter mm Ø190
12 Bundling Type — Automatic Net Wrapping
13 Matching Power Range kW 36.7 – 110.3
14 Overall Dimensions (L×W×H) mm 3200 × 2500 × 2010
15 Machine Weight kg 2385

2. Five Key Advantages of the EP ∅1000mm Agricultural Round Baler

01 — Ø1000MM BALE DIAMETER

The Ø1000mm compression chamber produces round hay bales significantly larger in volume than standard Ø800mm units. For commercial contractors baling grass hay across large paddock areas in Australia or South Korea, this diameter means fewer bales per paddock to move, wrap, and store — reducing total labour hours and loader fuel consumption per tonne of finished product. It also means each bale holds more feeding value per handling event, a direct cost advantage on commercial livestock operations feeding large cattle or dairy herds.

02 — AUTOMATIC NET WRAPPING

Unlike basic rope-wrap models, this round baler machine is equipped with an automatic net wrapping system (自动缠网). Round bale net wrap creates a tighter, more uniform outer surface on every bale, reducing surface dry matter losses on bales stored outdoors and improving compatibility with commercial silage wrapping lines. The automated wrap cycle activates without cab intervention, maintaining production rhythm and reducing operator fatigue during sustained harvesting runs — a meaningful ergonomic and throughput advantage over manual or semi-automatic bundling systems.

03 — DUAL FEEDING MECHANISM

The feeder structure combines a shift fork feeding mechanism with a screw continuous feeding mechanism — a dual-path intake design that handles volume surges from heavy windrows without choking the inlet. Single-mechanism feeders often stall when crop density in the windrow spikes due to overlapping swaths or wet patches. The screw-assisted continuous feed keeps material moving at a steady rate into the 1250mm compression room, maintaining bale formation cycle time even in difficult crop conditions typical of high-yield paddy straw or dense ryegrass cuts.

04 — 18-ROLLER FIXED CHAMBER

Eighteen Ø190mm press rollers arranged in the fixed roll drum chamber deliver even circumferential pressure throughout each bale formation cycle, producing dense, geometrically consistent bales regardless of crop variety. The larger Ø190mm roller diameter (versus the Ø152mm found on lighter models) distributes radial load across a broader contact area, extending roller bearing service life and reducing the compressive stress on individual roller surfaces — a design choice that significantly reduces round baler parts replacement frequency during heavy commercial use.

05 — BROAD POWER RANGE

A matching power range of 36.7–110.3 kW (approximately 49–148 HP) gives this agricultural round baler exceptional flexibility across tractor fleet configurations. The wide envelope means it can be deployed on a mid-range utility tractor for lighter crops or stepped up to a high-powered row crop tractor for maximum throughput on dense straw or silage-grade material. This versatility is particularly valued by agricultural contracting businesses operating mixed fleets across diverse terrain types in Colombia, Canada, and the broader Asia-Pacific region.

3. Working Principle — How This Round Baler Operates

The EP ∅1000mm is a PTO-driven trailed round baler machine. Power flows from the tractor via the PTO shaft through the round baler gearbox, which distributes torque to the 1950mm spring tooth pickup, the dual-path feeder assembly, and the eighteen Ø190mm pressing rollers inside the fixed-chamber bale room. As the tractor and baler move forward along the windrow, the spring tooth pickup teeth — arranged across the full 1950mm working width — lift crop material from the ground surface and feed it rearward into the machine intake. The wide 1950mm pickup width is a key throughput advantage on wide windrows formed by rotary rakes or wide swath mowers, reducing the number of tractor passes required per paddock and allowing higher field travel speed without leaving crop on the ground.

Material entering the feeder encounters the combined shift fork and screw continuous feeding system. The shift fork component positively pushes dense crop clumps into the compression room, while the screw mechanism maintains a steady, metered material flow that prevents bridging and blockage at the inlet throat. This dual-mechanism design is particularly effective on high-moisture silage-grade material and on coarse-stemmed crops such as maize stover and sorghum residue, where single-path feeders frequently choke. Once inside the 1250mm wide fixed bale chamber, crop material is gripped by the rotating array of eighteen Ø190mm rollers and begins to tumble into a growing cylindrical bale core under increasing radial pressure.

As bale diameter reaches the target Ø1000mm, a sensor signals the operator and the automatic net wrapping cycle initiates. Net wrap dispenses across the full bale width and is cut cleanly at cycle end. The rear gate then opens via the hydraulic system, the finished round hay bale rolls clear of the machine, and the gate closes to restart the next formation cycle — all within seconds of the wrapping sequence completing. The whole process, from empty chamber to ejected bale, runs continuously without the operator leaving the cab, making this agricultural round baler suitable for large-acreage contracting operations where sustained all-day productivity is the primary performance metric.

4. Materials & Build Quality

At 2385 kg machine weight, the EP ∅1000mm is built to a commercial-grade structural specification that reflects its intended heavy-duty application context. The primary chassis is fabricated from thick-section structural steel, with key stress nodes — particularly the rear gate pivot, the pickup mounting beam, and the gearbox bracket — reinforced with additional plate steel to withstand the repeated shock loading generated during bale ejection and field travel over uneven terrain. All main chassis welds are carried out under controlled production conditions and are subject to inspection before primer and topcoat application.

The eighteen pressing rollers are manufactured from seamless heavy-wall steel tube to Ø190mm outer diameter — a substantially heavier cross-section than the Ø152mm rollers found on entry-level round baler machines. The increased roller mass contributes to bale density by adding rotational inertia to the chamber, smoothing out brief crop input variations and maintaining consistent radial pressure during the formation cycle. Roller surfaces are hardened against crop abrasion and fitted with sealed roller bearings to resist the fine crop dust and siliceous grit that are the primary causes of premature bearing failure on field machinery.

The 1950mm spring tooth pickup assembly uses high-carbon spring steel tines, individually replaceable without tools, and is designed to clear the ground surface at a consistent height using gauge wheels adjustable for different field surfaces — from firm cereal stubble to soft irrigated pasture. The automatic net wrap mechanism uses commercial-grade tensioner components compatible with standard net wrap rolls widely stocked by agricultural dealers across the UK, Netherlands, Australia, South Korea, and the Americas, making consumable sourcing straightforward for international operators and reducing the risk of incompatibility with locally available wrap brands.

Round baler machine detail and components

5. Round Baler Application Scenarios

The EP ∅1000mm round baler handles the full spectrum of commercial forage and crop residue applications — wherever large bale volume, wrapping reliability, and mechanical endurance matter most.

Commercial Grass Hay Production

Large-scale round hay baler operations producing forage for sale — particularly in Korea, Australia, and Canada — benefit most from the Ø1000mm format. Fewer, heavier bales mean lower handling and wrapping costs per tonne of hay sold, and the automatic net wrap system maintains product presentation quality across an entire field lot, which matters for buyers purchasing hay by the pallet or the truckload. The 1950mm pickup width keeps pace with wide conditioner-mower swaths without double-lapping.

Paddy & Wheat Straw Baling

In South Korea, Japan, and Southeast Asia, rice straw management after harvest is both an agronomic and environmental requirement. Baling straw for mushroom cultivation substrate, livestock bedding, or direct biomass sale has become a recognised income stream for grain farmers. The dual-feed mechanism on this agricultural round baler handles the short, brittle fibre of paddy straw more reliably than belt-based feeders, and the wide pickup clears large paddy field areas quickly within the tight post-harvest window before planting of the next crop must begin.

Silage & Haylage Baling

The automatic net wrapping function is essential for baled silage and haylage production, where bales proceed directly from the round baler to a stretch film wrapper. Net-wrapped bales hold their shape better through the wrapping cycle than rope-wrapped alternatives, reducing film waste and ensuring a consistent seal on every bale. For high-moisture grass silage operations on dairy farms across the Netherlands, the UK, and New Zealand, reliable net wrap application on every cycle is not optional — a missed wrap or partial application means a compromised bale that cannot ferment correctly.

Biomass Energy Crop Baling

Dedicated energy crops — miscanthus, switchgrass, reed canary grass — are increasingly important feedstocks for biomass power plants and district heating systems across northern Europe and Korea. These crops are often tall, dense-stemmed, and challenging for light-duty round baler machines. The EP ∅1000mm's heavy-frame construction, powerful matching tractor range (up to 110.3 kW), and robust dual feeding mechanism are well-matched to the demands of energy crop baling, where high throughput and durable machinery are the primary cost levers.

Agricultural Contracting Services

Agricultural contractors in Brazil, Colombia, and the broader South American market use high-capacity round baler machines as billable-hour revenue assets — the more bales per day, the higher the return on equipment investment. The EP ∅1000mm's wide 1950mm pickup, automatic net wrap, and broad power compatibility mean contractors can serve diverse farm clients with a single machine configuration, reducing the need to carry multiple baler models in their equipment fleet. Durable round baler parts and straightforward servicing further support the total cost of ownership economics that determine equipment choice for contracting businesses.

6. Regulatory Standards & Market Compliance

Agricultural machinery exported to international markets is subject to a range of country-specific safety, machinery, and environmental standards. Buyers should confirm applicable requirements in their jurisdiction before importing or registering any trailed agricultural baling equipment.

South Korea

Round baler machines intended for the Korean market must comply with the Agricultural Mechanization Promotion Act, which mandates performance and safety testing administered by the Rural Development Administration (RDA). Machines eligible for government purchase subsidies must pass RDA type approval, with gearbox and PTO shaft guarding evaluated under defined criteria for trailed powered machinery. Importers should obtain Korean-language technical documentation and confirm HS classification for customs clearance.

European Union

EU market entry for agricultural machinery — including the Netherlands, Germany, and France — requires CE marking under the EU Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC, currently transitioning to EU Machinery Regulation 2023/1230. Standard EN ISO 4254-7 applies specifically to balers and baling presses, covering safety guards, PTO connections, and rear gate release mechanisms. The round baler gearbox must comply with EN 13463 series requirements for non-electrical equipment used in potentially dusty environments where grain dust may present ignition risk.

Australia & New Zealand

Safe Work Australia and state WHS legislation require that trailed PTO-powered machinery such as round baler machines carry guarding compliant with AS 1410 for PTO shafts and related drive components. The heavy machine weight (2385 kg) means transport on public roads requires appropriate farm vehicle permits in several Australian states. In New Zealand, the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 and its associated regulations set the compliance framework for agricultural machinery introduction and operation.

Canada

Canadian machinery imports are governed by provincial occupational health and safety Acts. CEMA (Canadian Equipment Manufacturers Association) technical standards inform industry best practice for baler safety and PTO shaft guarding design. The broad matching power range (up to 110.3 kW / 148 HP) encompasses virtually all high-powered two-wheel-drive and four-wheel-drive tractors commonly operated on Canadian grain and forage farms, making tractor compatibility straightforward to verify prior to purchase.

Brazil & Colombia

Brazil's ABNT standards and MAPA agricultural machinery regulations apply to imported equipment, with INMETRO product certification relevant for certain machinery categories. In Colombia, ICA and INVIMA frameworks govern agricultural equipment imports alongside standard HS customs tariff schedules. Both markets benefit from favourable soil and climate conditions for multi-cut forage production, making large-format round baler machines commercially viable for farm-level investment across cattle-ranching regions in Mato Grosso, Minas Gerais, and the Colombian Llanos.

United Kingdom

Post-Brexit, the UK applies its own UK Machinery Regulations (SI 2008/1597 as amended), independent of EU Machinery Directive requirements. UKCA marking is required for machinery placed on the Great Britain market. The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER) applies to the use of trailed balers on farms. PTO shaft guarding standards align with BS EN 12965, and the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) publishes specific guidance on agricultural machinery safety for PTO-driven equipment.

7. Compatible Accessories & System Components

Complete drivetrain compatibility from tractor to bale chamber — we supply the round baler, matched gearbox, and PTO shaft as a unified package, removing the specification guesswork that leads to mismatched components and premature wear.

Round Baler Gearbox

The gearbox that transfers tractor PTO torque to the pickup, feeder, and roller systems is one of the highest-stress components on any round baler machine. Our round baler gearbox is rated for the full 36.7–110.3 kW operating envelope of the EP ∅1000mm platform, using precision-cut case-hardened gear sets running in an oil-bath sealed housing. The gear ratios are matched specifically to the pickup speed and roller surface velocity requirements of this baler model, eliminating the risk of over-speed or under-speed drive ratios that occur when generic agricultural gearboxes are substituted. For buyers in Korea, Australia, and the Netherlands who require complete documentation packages for regulatory compliance, we supply full gearbox technical data alongside the main baler unit as standard.

Round baler gearbox matched component

PTO Drive Shaft

Matching the PTO shaft to the gearbox and tractor is a critical step that is frequently underestimated by buyers sourcing components separately. Our EP PTO shafts for baler applications are engineered to the torque ratings and telescoping length range of the ∅1000mm baler series, with wide-angle constant-velocity joints available for installations where tractor-to-baler geometry causes extreme angularity at headland turns. All shafts are fitted with EN 12965-compliant guarding suitable for direct import into EU and UK markets, and include grease nipple service points aligned with the baler's own maintenance schedule intervals — reducing the number of separate service events per season. Sourcing gearbox and PTO shaft from the same manufacturer as the round baler ensures seamless compatibility verification and simplifies spare parts logistics for dealers operating across multiple export markets.

PTO shaft round baler drive component

8. About Us

We are a dedicated manufacturer and international export supplier of professional agricultural baling equipment, matched drivetrain components, and associated accessories. Our product range spans the full spectrum of round baler machine configurations — from compact mini round hay baler units for smallholder applications to heavy-duty commercial balers such as the EP ∅1000mm reviewed here — and is complemented by matched round baler gearbox and PTO shaft supply for one-stop procurement. Our engineering and quality teams hold deep institutional knowledge of the specific mechanical demands placed on baling equipment across diverse global farming environments, from the hot, dusty grain belts of Australia and the Americas to the cool, wet forage systems of Korea, Japan, and northern Europe.

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Round baler factory workshop 1
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Agricultural baler assembly line
Baler production facility

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. What makes a large-format Ø1000mm agricultural round baler a better choice than a smaller model for commercial Korean livestock farms?
The primary advantage comes down to handling efficiency. A Ø1000mm round hay bale carries significantly more dry matter per bale than a Ø800mm unit — typically 40–60% more volume depending on crop density. For Korean livestock farms managing beef cattle or dairy herds where daily feeding requirements are high, fewer, larger bales means fewer loader operations per day, lower tractor fuel consumption in the feedlot, and less time spent on bale logistics rather than core livestock management. Combined with the automatic net wrap system, the EP ∅1000mm produces bales that are ready for outdoor storage or immediate wrapping without any manual intervention after ejection.
Q2. How many HP does a tractor need to run the EP ∅1000mm round baler effectively across varying crop densities and conditions?
The EP ∅1000mm round baler machine has a matching power range of 36.7–110.3 kW (approximately 49–148 HP), giving operators wide flexibility in tractor selection. At the lower end of that range, the machine works well on light dry hay windrows at moderate field speed. For heavier crops — dense grass silage, maize stover, or wet paddy straw — running closer to the upper range of 80–110 kW ensures the dual feeding mechanism and eighteen pressing rollers maintain throughput without the gearbox or PTO shaft experiencing sustained overload. Agricultural contractors in Australia and Canada typically pair this baler with 90–110 kW tractors to maximise daily bale output on commercial hay paddocks.
Q3. How much does a round bale of hay weigh when produced at Ø1000mm diameter and what transport equipment is needed to move bales off the field in the Netherlands?
A finished Ø1000mm round hay bale weighs typically between 550 kg and 950 kg depending on crop type and moisture at baling. Dry grass hay at 15% moisture content commonly produces bales in the 600–750 kg range, while fresh grass silage baled at 60–65% moisture can reach 850–950 kg before stretch film wrapping is applied. In the Netherlands, bale movement on dairy farms commonly uses a telescopic handler (telehandler) rated at 1000–1500 kg with a bale spike, or a rear-mounted bale clamp on a farm tractor. Road transport requires compliant loading on flat-bed trailers — bale stacking practice should follow Arbo (occupational health) guidelines applicable to Dutch farms.
Q4. Is round bale net wrap or rope wrapping the better option for bales that will be stored outdoors through a wet Australian winter season?
Round bale net wrap is the clearly superior choice for bales destined for outdoor storage through wet conditions, including Australian winter rainfall periods in southern Victoria, Tasmania, and coastal New South Wales. Net wrap creates a tight, consistent outer skin that sheds water from the curved surface of the bale far more effectively than rope wrapping, which leaves gaps between twine runs that allow moisture penetration into the bale core. The EP ∅1000mm's automatic net wrapping mechanism applies net wrap at consistent tension across the full bale width on every cycle, producing uniform outer surface quality that is not dependent on operator skill or attention level at the end of a long harvesting day.
Q5. How many square bales would be equivalent to one Ø1000mm round bale from this machine when I'm planning winter feed supplies for cattle in Canada?
For Canadian beef cattle operations planning winter feeding, a Ø1000mm round hay bale at around 700 kg dry weight contains material equivalent to roughly 38–50 standard small square bales of 14–18 kg each, or approximately 12–18 large two-string square bales weighing 25–30 kg each. The conversion varies with crop, moisture, and compression density, but this range is a practical planning figure. For backgrounding and cow-calf operations in Alberta and Saskatchewan where round bales are rolled out to cattle in sacrifice paddocks or fed in ring feeders, the heavier Ø1000mm bale provides 30–40% more feeding duration per feeder placement compared to a Ø800mm bale, reducing the frequency of feeder refills and associated tractor operating time during the winter feeding period.
Q6. Which round baler parts on the EP ∅1000mm model are most likely to need replacement after the first full harvest season and how easy is it to source them in South Korea?
On any spring-tooth pickup round baler machine, the components that see the highest wear in the first season are the individual spring tines on the pickup reel, which absorb ground contact shock and crop abrasion in every field pass. After tines, pressing roller bearings and net wrap guide components are the next most common round baler parts replacements during routine seasonal maintenance. All replacement parts for the EP ∅1000mm are catalogued with standard part numbers, and our export team maintains stock of consumable and wear components available for sea freight or air freight dispatch to Korean importers and dealers. We can provide Korean-language parts catalogues and technical drawings on request to support dealer service operations.
Q7. What is the purpose of a dual-path feeder mechanism on a commercial round baler and when does it make a real difference in the field for Brazilian cattle farmers?
A dual-path feeder — combining a shift fork and screw continuous mechanism — matters most when crop windrow density is inconsistent, which is common in Brazilian Cerrado conditions where brachiaria grass windrows can vary significantly in volume along the same swath. Single-mechanism feeders handle uniform windrows adequately but tend to choke or stall when a dense clump hits the intake in rapid succession. The screw component on the EP ∅1000mm provides a steady metered flow into the compression room, while the fork component handles bursts of heavy material by positively driving it through the inlet rather than relying on the bale chamber's vacuum effect alone. The practical result is fewer stops-and-restarts per field session, lower gearbox shock load frequency, and more consistent bale density throughout the day's work.
Q8. Where can I find a reliable round baler supplier who can provide CE compliance documentation and matched gearbox for import into Germany or the Netherlands?
For European Union import, buyers should specifically look for suppliers who can provide a complete CE technical file including risk assessment, EN ISO 4254-7 conformity evidence, and a Declaration of Conformity — not just a CE mark on the machine nameplate. Our export documentation team prepares full technical files for EU market entry, including German and Dutch-language summaries of safety features and maintenance requirements on request. We also supply the matched round baler gearbox and PTO shaft with their own component-level documentation, which simplifies the technical file compilation process for importers handling EU machinery safety obligations themselves rather than through a third-party notified body.
Q10. What is a baler used for beyond conventional hay production and are there emerging application areas where round baler machines are seeing growing adoption globally?
Beyond conventional round hay baler use, round baler machines are seeing growing adoption across several emerging application areas. In the bioeconomy sector, balers are increasingly used for compacting dedicated energy crops — miscanthus, switchgrass, hemp straw — into transport-ready format for biomass power plants and pellet mills. The municipal and industrial sectors in Japan and South Korea use balers to compact cardboard, paper, and light industrial fibre for recycling logistics. Agronomic applications include baling crop residue specifically to prevent soil erosion on slopes — a practice expanding in hillside coffee and sugarcane regions of Colombia and Brazil. As circular economy policies drive residue valorisation across global agriculture, round baler machine demand in non-traditional application areas is growing alongside the core livestock forage market.

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