9YF-2200 Large Square Hay Baler

The 9YF-2200 Large Square Hay Baler features the widest pickup in the Ever-Power standard range at 2200 mm, with twin D-type knotters and automatic rope baling through a 460 x 360 mm single compression chamber. Minimum power: 36.8 kW (50 HP) — compatible with most mid-range farm tractors. Machine weight: 1950 kg. Handles wheat straw, rice straw, cotton stalks, corn stover, alfalfa, and forage grasses on flat and paddy terrain. CE and ISO certified. Ever-Power, India — [email protected].

Description

Technical Specifications

# Item Unit Specification
1 Model Name 9YF-2200 Large Square Hay Baler
2 Hitching Method Towed-type
3 Picking Width mm 2200
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 >=36.8 (>=50 HP)
11 Overall Dimension (L x W x H) mm 5700 x 2800 x 1780
12 Machine Weight kg 1950

9YF-2200 Large Square Hay Baler – Ever-Power

Wide windrows left by a combine harvester should not require multiple field passes. The 9YF-2200 covers a full 2200 mm working width in a single run — collecting wheat straw, rice straw, cotton stalks, corn stover, and forage grasses in one clean sweep. With a minimum power requirement of just 36.8 kW, it is also the most tractor-accessible 2200 mm square baler in the Ever-Power range, operating with any mid-range 50 HP+ farm tractor.

Product Overview

The 9YF-2200 is a single-chamber, towed square baler designed for large-area baling operations where maximising pickup width per pass is the priority. Its 2200 mm spring-tooth pickup represents the widest collection aperture in the standard Ever-Power square baler lineup, minimising the number of passes required to clear a harvested field and reducing fuel consumption per tonne of baled material. Collected material flows through a fork feeding mechanism into a single 460 x 360 mm compression chamber, where it is compacted slice by slice by the reciprocating plunger before being bound automatically with two ropes via twin D-type knotters.

At 1950 kg — substantially lighter than the dual-chamber 9YFS-2.2 — the 9YF-2200 is practical for inter-field road transport on a standard flatbed trailer. Its minimum power requirement of 36.8 kW (50 HP) means it operates within the capacity of the most common mid-range farm tractors across South Asia, Southeast Asia, and Africa, without the higher fuel and depreciation costs associated with 80-100 HP machinery.

9YF-2200 hay baler covering wide windrow in wheat field

Key Features

2200 mm Full-Width Spring-Tooth Pickup — Maximum Field Coverage

9YF-2200 2200mm spring-tooth pickup reel detail

At 2200 mm, the pickup width of the 9YF-2200 matches the widest windrow patterns produced by most combine harvesters and large drum rakes. Collecting material across this full width in a single pass reduces the total number of field laps required and cuts the time-per-hectare significantly compared to narrower machines. The spring-tooth design allows individual tines to deflect independently over uneven ground, recovering scattered material efficiently while protecting both the tines and the pickup drive from soil-impact damage. Even material distribution across the full 2200 mm is maintained by the fork feeding mechanism before material enters the compression chamber, ensuring consistent bale density from the first bale to the last of the day.

Twin D-Type Knotters — Reliable Binding at Scale

9YF-2200 D-type knotter mechanism close-up

Two D-type knotters tie two ropes per bale automatically with no manual intervention during normal operation. The D-type rotating bill hook mechanism is the most widely adopted knotter design in commercial square baling globally, valued for its low jam rate, consistent knot formation under varied crop conditions, and straightforward field-level adjustment. Each knotter is individually accessible for tensioning and bill-hook alignment without disassembling surrounding components. Twine path guides and tension springs are designed for quick replacement in the field.

Fork Feeding Mechanism — Consistent Chamber Loading

The fork feeding mechanism meters collected material into the 460 x 360 mm compression chamber in controlled, metered batches rather than a continuous stream. This controlled delivery prevents the sudden material surges that cause density variation within a bale and increase knotter jam frequency. The fork design is particularly effective when operating in tangled, damp, or high-yield crop conditions where continuous-feed systems risk bridging at the chamber inlet, producing uneven bales or causing machine stoppages that break the harvesting rhythm.

Low Entry Power — Compatible from 36.8 kW (50 HP)

The 9YF-2200 is engineered to operate reliably from 36.8 kW (50 HP) — a threshold that covers the majority of farm tractors in commercial use across South Asia, Southeast Asia, and Sub-Saharan Africa. This wide tractor compatibility means farmers can deploy the machine with equipment they already own, without investment in higher-horsepower tractors. The drive train, knotter cam, and pickup reel are all sized for sustained operation at this lower power threshold, not merely rated to survive it. Operators with 60-100 HP tractors will find the machine responsive to higher ground speeds and can cover proportionally more hectares per day.

Field Applications and Typical Use Cases

The primary crop applications include wheat straw, rice straw, cotton stalk, corn stover, alfalfa, and a broad range of cultivated and wild forage grasses. Baled output from this machine serves a range of downstream uses depending on regional agricultural practice and buyer requirements: livestock bedding and roughage feed, commercial straw trading, biomass fuel baling, soil incorporation operations, and post-harvest field residue management.

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

The 9YF-2200 is suited to flat ground and low-relief paddy field terrain. Field surface should be free of large stones and hard objects. Optimal bale density is achieved at crop moisture content of 15-25%. The machine operates on both dry arable land and post-harvest paddy fields, provided the ground is firm enough to support tractor traction.

How It Works

Step 1 — Pickup

The 2200 mm spring-tooth reel picks up windrowed material across its full width and delivers it to the fork feeding mechanism.

Step 2 — Compression

Material is compacted layer by layer in the 460 x 360 mm chamber. Adjustable tension allows the operator to set target bale hardness.

Step 3 — Binding and Ejection

At the set bale length, both D-type knotters fire automatically, tying two ropes. The completed bale is released from the rear outlet.

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

Q: What is the minimum tractor HP for the 9YF-2200?

36.8 kW (50 HP). Most 50-80 HP tractors common across Asian and African markets will operate this machine through a full working day without PTO overload.

Q: Can this baler operate in paddy fields?

Yes. The 9YF-2200 is suited to both paddy and dry arable fields, provided the ground is reasonably flat and free of large rocks or hard obstructions.

Q: How does the 9YF-2200 compare to the 9YFS-2.2?

The 9YF-2200 is a single-chamber machine (one bale per cycle, 1950 kg, 50 HP+). The 9YFS-2.2 has two chambers producing two bales per cycle (3115 kg, 70 HP+). The 9YF-2200 requires less tractor power and is significantly lighter.

Q: What bale dimensions does this machine produce?

Bale cross-section is 460 mm (W) x 360 mm (H). Bale length is adjustable by the operator to suit downstream handling and storage requirements.

Q: What crops can the 9YF-2200 handle?

Wheat straw, rice straw, cotton stalk, corn stover, alfalfa, and forage grasses at 15-25% moisture content.

Q: What is the export lead time and MOQ?

MOQ is 1 unit. Lead time: 15-30 working days from payment confirmation. Contact [email protected] for current pricing.

Certification and Quality

CE certification is standard across the entire Ever-Power square baler range, confirming compliance with European machinery safety directives. ISO-controlled production ensures consistent build quality from the first unit to the thousandth.

Packing and Shipping

Machines are packed in reinforced iron frames with film wrap, suitable for FCL or LCL shipping worldwide. A 20-ft container holds one unit; a 40-ft holds two. Shipping documents, packing list, B/L, and CE certificate accompany every order.

Maintenance and After-Sales Support

Keeping your 9YF-2200 Large Square Hay 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.

The Ever-Power Advantage

Backed by 20+ years of agricultural machinery manufacturing, Ever-Power combines field-proven engineering with competitive factory-direct pricing. Our production facility operates CNC fabrication lines and automated welding processes, delivering dimensional consistency across every machine we build. High-tensile steel, sealed bearings, and hardened knotter components keep maintenance intervals long and downtime short.

CE and ISO certified as standard. 12-month warranty on all units. Global spare parts network with 3-5 day dispatch. Enquire at [email protected].

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Additional information

Weight 1950 kg
Dimensions 570 × 280 × 178 cm