Description
Technical Specifications
| # | Item | Unit | Specification |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Model Name | – | 9YF-1700 Small Square Baler |
| 2 | Hitching Method | – | Towed-type |
| 3 | Picking Width | mm | 1700 |
| 4 | Picker Structure | – | Spring Tooth Type |
| 5 | Feeder Structure | – | Fork Feeding Mechanism |
| 6 | Knotter Type | – | D-Type |
| 7 | Number of Knotters | pc | 2 |
| 8 | Compression Chamber Section (W x H) | mm | 460 x 360 |
| 9 | Baling Method | – | Automatic Rope Baling |
| 10 | Matching Power Range | kW | 29.5 – 73.5 (40-100 HP) |
| 11 | Overall Dimension (L x W x H) | mm | 4965 x 2500 x 1750 |
| 12 | Machine Weight | kg | 1750 |
Many farmers operate compact tractors in the 40-50 HP range — practical, fuel-efficient machines that handle most farm tasks well but are often incompatible with mid-size baling equipment. The 9YF-1700 was engineered specifically for this user. Starting from just 29.5 kW (40 HP), it is the lowest-entry-power square baler in the Ever-Power range: a reliable 1700 mm spring-tooth pickup and twin D-type knotters in the lightest, most compact frame in the lineup.
Product Overview
The 9YF-1700 is a compact, tractor-towed square baler designed for small to medium farming operations where tractor horsepower is limited, field sizes are moderate, and logistical simplicity — transport, storage, and manoeuvring — matters as much as throughput. It features a 1700 mm spring-tooth pickup, twin D-type knotters, and a fork feeding mechanism feeding into a 460 x 360 mm compression chamber — the same series-standard cross-section used across all Ever-Power square baler models, ensuring dimensional bale consistency.
The 1750 kg machine weight is the lightest in the series. Tractor three-point hitch loads during road transport are well within the capacity of 40-50 HP compact tractors, and the 4965 x 2500 x 1750 mm overall envelope clears the width and height limitations of most country roads and farm gateway structures encountered in small-plot farming environments across South and Southeast Asia. Despite this compact specification, the 9YF-1700 delivers fully automatic rope baling — no manual intervention is required during normal operation.
Key Features
Lowest Entry Power in the Series: from 29.5 kW (40 HP)
The 9YF-1700 runs reliably on tractors from 40 HP to 100 HP — a range that encompasses the vast majority of compact and utility tractors deployed on small farms across India, Southeast Asia, Africa, and Latin America. Where the 9YF-1900 requires 50 HP minimum and the 9YF-2200 also starts at 50 HP, the 9YF-1700 extends accessible baling to the 40-49 HP bracket that covers millions of operational farm tractors in smallholder markets globally. The drive train, pickup reel, and knotter cam are all sized and geared for sustained, reliable operation at 40-50 HP — not merely rated to start at that threshold.
Lightest Machine in the Range at 1750 kg
At 1750 kg, the 9YF-1700 is 100 kg lighter than the 9YF-1900 and 200 kg lighter than the 9YF-2200. This weight reduction matters in practice: tractor three-point hitch loads are lower during road transport, flatbed trailer payload requirements are easier to meet, and the machine is more manageable to hitch and unhitch in field conditions without workshop lifting equipment. The 2500 mm overall width also clears the narrowest gateway and lane widths that larger machines would be unable to navigate.
1700 mm Spring-Tooth Pickup — Right-Sized for Small Farms
The 1700 mm spring-tooth reel is well matched to the narrower windrow patterns produced by compact rakes, small disc mowers, and hand-raked rows common on small farms. The spring-tooth design allows individual tines to flex over uneven and hand-worked ground without digging in, maintaining consistent material flow to the feed chamber even when windrows are irregular. The lighter overall construction of the 1700 mm pickup also contributes directly to the machine’s total weight advantage and reduced PTO demand.
Automatic Rope Baling — Full Automation at Entry Level
The 9YF-1700 provides the same fully automatic knotting found in the larger models in the range — two D-type knotters bind every bale with two ropes without any operator action. This is particularly important for small-farm users, where the operator is often also the tractor driver with no assistant available to monitor the baling process. One person can run the machine through a full day of operation, handling pickup, baling, and field collection without support.
Series-Standard 460 x 360 mm Bale Cross-Section
Despite being the entry model, the 9YF-1700 produces bales with the same 460 x 360 mm cross-section as every other machine in the standard Ever-Power square baler range. Farmers who later upgrade to a larger model will find that their existing bale handling infrastructure — elevators, conveyors, storage racking — is immediately compatible without modification.
Field Applications and Typical Use Cases
The primary crop applications include wheat straw, rice straw, cotton stalk, corn stover, and a range of forage and pasture grasses on small to medium plot sizes. Baled output from this machine serves a range of downstream uses depending on regional agricultural practice and buyer requirements: small-farm livestock roughage, manual-scale handling operations where bale weight must be manageable by one or two people, local straw trading in smallholder markets, and field residue clearance on irregularly shaped or terraced plots.
Square bales produced by this machine are stackable to uniform heights, making them well suited to container loading, covered warehouse storage, and mechanical handling with telehandlers and front-loaders. The consistent 460 x 360 mm cross-section across all Ever-Power standard models ensures that bale handling and storage infrastructure designed for one model is fully compatible with others in the range.
Operating Conditions
Flat arable land and moderate paddy fields are ideal. Field surface should be reasonably free of large stones and hard objects. Recommended crop moisture: below 25%. The 1700 mm pickup width is a natural fit for fields where narrow strip-cropping or small plot sizes produce windrow patterns below 1.6 m in width.
How It Works
Step 1 — Pickup
The 1700 mm spring-tooth reel collects windrowed material cleanly and delivers it through the fork feeding mechanism into the compression chamber.
Step 2 — Compression
The plunger builds the bale layer by layer within the 460 x 360 mm chamber, reaching the operator-set density before triggering the knotter cycle.
Step 3 — Automatic Binding and Ejection
Both D-type knotters fire automatically, tying two ropes per bale. The finished bale is released from the rear ejection outlet and the cycle restarts.
Choosing the Right Model
The Ever-Power square baler range covers entry-level compact machines through specialist shredder-equipped models. Use the comparison below to confirm this model is the right fit for your tractor, crop type, and field scale, or to identify which alternative better matches your requirements.
| Model | Pickup Width | Min. Power | Key Differentiator | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9YFS-2.2 | 2200 mm | >=51.5 kW (70HP) | Dual chamber, 2 bales/cycle | Commercial contractors, highest throughput |
| 9YF-2200 | 2200 mm | >=36.8 kW (50HP) | Wide single chamber, 50HP+ | Large farms, wide windrow fields |
| 9YF-1900 | 1900 mm | 36.8-73.5 kW | Widest power range in series | Mixed-HP fleets, medium-large farms |
| 9YF-1700 | 1700 mm | 29.5-73.5 kW (40HP+) | Lightest, lowest entry power | Small farms, compact tractors |
| 9YF-2200S (SC) | 2200 mm | >=73.5 kW (100HP) | Single crusher, corn stalk capable | Corn, sorghum, cotton stalk fields |
| 9YF-2200S (DC) | 2200 mm | >=73.5 kW (100HP) | Dual crusher + dust removal fan | Livestock feed, silage-quality bales |
If you are unsure which model suits your operation, contact our team at [email protected] with your tractor HP, crop type, and average field size. We will recommend the most appropriate model.
Frequently Asked Questions
Certification and Quality
Our complete square baler lineup meets CE and ISO standards. Per-unit certification records are available for regulatory compliance. These credentials reflect our commitment to engineering discipline and product traceability.
Packing and Shipping
One unit per 20-ft, two per 40-ft container. Iron-frame crating with film wrapping. Full export document set — commercial invoice, packing list, B/L, CE certificate — included as standard. 15-30 working days from payment confirmation.
Maintenance and After-Sales Support
Keeping your 9YF-1700 Small Square Baler in peak condition requires only routine attention. Before each operating season, inspect and lubricate all PTO shaft joints, knotter bill hooks, and pickup tine bearings. Check twine thread paths for wear and replace any frayed guides before baling begins. After each working day, remove accumulated crop residue from the compression chamber, pickup reel, and knotter covers to prevent moisture retention and premature corrosion.
Ever-Power supplies genuine spare parts globally with typical dispatch in 3-5 business days. Critical wear items — D-type knotter bill hooks, twine discs, spring-tooth tines, and plunger wear strips — are stocked for all models. Operation and maintenance video guides are available upon request. Our technical support team is reachable by email at [email protected] within 24 hours.
Built for Professionals, Priced for Farmers
Professional-grade baling performance should not require a premium price. At Ever-Power, factory-direct sales and lean manufacturing keep your total acquisition cost low without compromising component quality. Sealed bearing housings, corrosion-treated frames, and hardened knotter parts are standard on every model in the range — from the entry-level 9YF-1700 to the specialist dual-crusher 9YF-2200S.
Spare parts are pre-packaged and can ship with your order to minimise downtime risk at destination. Contact [email protected] for bulk pricing.
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