Massey Ferguson 1840

Centre-Line Small Rectangular Baler

The MF 1840 small rectangular baler employs a ‘centre-line’ design in which the crop flows through the machine in a straight line – working like a mini large square baler, improving efficiency because the crop is not turned before entering the chamber.

Key features are retained from its predecessor , such as narrow transport width, 1.9m wide pick-up with standard gauge wheels, short stroke and high speed.

A REAL INVESTMENT

The MF 1840 ‘centre-line’ baler goes from strength-to-strength thanks to its popular design and well-established reputation as the perfect small, square baler. Whether you bale a few hectares a year for your own livestock, or produce thousands of bales annually in a commercial operation, the MF 1840 will fit your requirements and budget perfectly.

SUPERIOR FEEDING

The 1.9 metre wide pick-up features a small diameter, ‘low-profile’ design with closely spaced tines ensuring that windrows are picked up cleanly with minimal disturbance and leaf loss. Gauge wheels, fitted as standard to either side, further help the pick-up to follow uneven ground contours, avoiding pick-up tine damage. The MF 1840 features a four tine bar pick-up for higher throughput.

IN-LINE DESIGN

The unique centre-line construction is designed to run in-line directly behind the tractor for unrivalled convenience and field efficiency. In addition it also gives you better weight distribution and reduces ground compaction.

CROP FLOW

The crop is delivered into the pre-compression chamber where the flake is pre-formed before entering the main chamber. This ensures a well-shaped bale is formed improving bale density and reducing stress on components giving improved baler durability. With a short stroke and high speed plunger, the pre-formed slice concept enables the baler to operate with high capacity, significantly reducing plunger bearing wear whilst generating a greater number of bales.

OPTIFORM BALE CHAMBER

To ensure superb bale shape in all conditions and maintain consistent density, the OptiForm bale chamber is 460 mm or 30% longer when compared to the previous MF 1839 baler. To help maintain density in the toughest of conditions the bale chamber is also equipped with adjustable bale chamber resistance doors. These help to complement the pressure applied to the bale from the top and bottom density rails.

A REAL INVESTMENT

The MF 1840 ‘centre-line’ baler goes from strength-to-strength thanks to its popular design and well-established reputation as the perfect small, square baler. Whether you bale a few hectares a year for your own livestock, or produce thousands of bales annually in a commercial operation, the MF 1840 will fit your requirements and budget perfectly.

SUPERIOR FEEDING

The 1.9 metre wide pick-up features a small diameter, ‘low-profile’ design with closely spaced tines ensuring that windrows are picked up cleanly with minimal disturbance and leaf loss. Gauge wheels, fitted as standard to either side, further help the pick-up to follow uneven ground contours, avoiding pick-up tine damage. The MF 1840 features a four tine bar pick-up for higher throughput.

In-Line Design

The unique centre-line construction is designed to run in-line directly behind the tractor for unrivalled convenience and field efficiency. In addition it also gives you better weight distribution and reduces ground compaction.

Crop Flow

The crop is delivered into the pre-compression chamber where the flake is pre-formed before entering the main chamber. This ensures a well-shaped bale is formed improving bale density and reducing stress on components giving improved baler durability. With a short stroke and high speed plunger, the pre-formed slice concept enables the baler to operate with high capacity, significantly reducing plunger bearing wear whilst generating a greater number of bales.

OPTIFORM BALE CHAMBER

To ensure superb bale shape in all conditions and maintain consistent density, the OptiForm bale chamber is 460 mm or 30% longer when compared to the previous MF 1839 baler. To help maintain density in the toughest of conditions the bale chamber is also equipped with adjustable bale chamber resistance doors. These help to complement the pressure applied to the bale from the top and bottom density rails.

Technology & Innovation

 

OptiForm Bale Chamber                                       Central Knotter Greasing Kit

OPTIFORM BALE CHAMBER

To ensure superb bale shape in all conditions and maintain consistent density, the OptiForm bale chamber is 460 mm or 30% longer when compared to the previous MF 1839 baler.

CENTRAL KNOTTER GREASING KIT

A new centralised greasing system is now available. Grease is fed to twelve grease points via a distribution block. There are six grease points on each knotter head. The system ensures the components are efficiently and quickly lubricated.

Gauge Wheels

GAUGE WHEELS

Gauge wheels, fitted as standard to either side, further help the pick-up to follow uneven ground contours, avoiding pick-up tine damage.

Pre-Formed Slice Concept

PRE-FORMED SLICE CONCEPT

With a short stroke and high speed plunger, the pre-formed slice concept enables the baler to operate with high capacity, significantly reducing plunger bearing wear whilst generating a greater number of bales.

Crop Flow

CROP FLOW

The crop is delivered into the pre-compression chamber where the flake is pre-formed before entering the main chamber. This ensures a well-shaped bale is formed improving bale density and reducing stress on components giving improved baler durability.

Pick-Up

PICK-UP

The 1.9 metre wide pick-up features a small diameter, ‘low-profile’ design with closely spaced tines ensuring that windrows are picked up cleanly with minimal disturbance and leaf loss.

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OPTIFORM BALE CHAMBER

To ensure superb bale shape in all conditions and maintain consistent density, the OptiForm bale chamber is 460 mm or 30% longer when compared to the previous MF 1839 baler.

CENTRAL KNOTTER GREASING KIT

A new centralised greasing system is now available. Grease is fed to twelve grease points via a distribution block. There are six grease points on each knotter head. The system ensures the components are efficiently and quickly lubricated.

GAUGE WHEELS

Gauge wheels, fitted as standard to either side, further help the pick-up to follow uneven ground contours, avoiding pick-up tine damage.

OPTIFORM BALE CHAMBER

To ensure superb bale shape in all conditions and maintain consistent density, the OptiForm bale chamber is 460 mm or 30% longer when compared to the previous MF 1839 baler.

CENTRAL KNOTTER GREASING KIT

A new centralised greasing system is now available. Grease is fed to twelve grease points via a distribution block. There are six grease points on each knotter head. The system ensures the components are efficiently and quickly lubricated.

GAUGE WHEELS

Gauge wheels, fitted as standard to either side, further help the pick-up to follow uneven ground contours, avoiding pick-up tine damage.

5250P Pickup Model

The tractor assisted Bale Baron 5250P is the all new, redesigned in-field pick up model from Marcrest. Now standard with full ISOBUS connectivity, pick-up models are well suited for larger acreages and will keep up to 2-3 balers. Have full control of your baling operation from the comfort of your cab. With the choice of 3 power options, tow behind Bale Barons can operate with any 120+ hp tractor.

Bale Baron Model Comparison chart

Model 4250T 5250T 4250P 5250P
Model Type Trail Behind Trail Behind In-Field Pick Up In Field Pick Up
Isobus Compatible Standard Standard Standard Standard
Greaseless Pins & Composite Bushings Standard Standard Standard Standard
Trails Behind Baler Standard Standard Optional Receiving Platform Required, N/A with PTO pump kit Optional Receiving Platform Required, N/A with PTO pump kit
Air Brakes On Choice On Choice On Choice On Choice
Hydraulic Brakes On Choice On Choice On Choice On Choice
Bale Size:
36cm x 46cm (14″ x 18″) Bale – 21 Bale Bundle
21cm x 46cm (16″ x 18″) Bale – 18 Bale Bundle		 Standard Standard Standard Standard
Closed Center Hydraulic System Standard Standard Standard Standard
Load Sensing System Standard Standard Standard Standard
Open Center Hydraulic System Optional Optional Optional Optional
Hydraulic Oil Cooler Standard with Power Units, otherwise N/A Standard with Power Units, otherwise N/A Standard with Power Units, otherwise N/A Standard with Power Units, otherwise N/A
Horsepower Minimum 100 hp 120 hp 100 hp 120 hp
Hydraulic Flow Minimum 95 – 113 L/mn (25 – 30 gpm) 95 L/mn (25 gpm) 80 L/mn (20 gpm) 95 L/mn (25 gpm)
Hydraulic Flow Recommended 95 – 113 L/mn (25 – 30 gpm) 113 – 170 L/mn (30 – 45 gpm) 95 – 113 L/mn (25 – 30 gpm) 113 – 170 L/mn (30 – 45 gpm)
Max. Permissible Hydraulic Flow 113 L/mn (30 gpm) 170 L/mn (45 gpm) 113 L/mn (30 gpm) 170 L/mn (45 gpm)
Remote SCV Required 0 sets 0 sets 2 sets 2 sets
Power Beyond with Lord Sensing (Tractor Requirement) Required when using Tractor Hydraulics, not required with Power Units
Diesel Powered Hydraulic Power Unit N/A Optional N/A Optional
113 L/mn (30 gpm) PTO Powered Unit N/A N/A Optional N/A
150 L/mn (40 gpm) PTO Powered Unit N/A N/A N/A Optional
3PH mounted 113 L/mn (30 gpm) PTO Power Unit Optional N/A Optional N/A
3PH mounted 150 L/mn (40 gpm) PTO Power Unit N/A Optional N/A Optional
Base Weight 4700 kg (10,500 lbs) 5300 kg (11,700 lbs) 5250 kg (11,575 lbs) 5800 kg (12,775 lbs)
Weight with PTO Pump Kit N/A N/A 5600 kg (12,350 lbs) 6150 kg (13,560 lbs)
Weight with Engine Power Unit N/A 5760 kg (12,700 lbs) N/A 6250 kg (13,775 lbs)
Capacity 400 / hr @ 80 L/mn (20gpm)
600 / hr @ 95 L/mn (25gpm)
800 / hr @ 113 L/mn (30gpm)		 400 / hr @ 80 L/mn (20gpm)
600 / hr @ 95 L/mn (25gpm)
800 / hr @ 113 L/mn (30gpm)
1000 / hr @ 150 L/mn (40gpm)		 400 / hr @ 80 L/mn (20gpm)
600 / hr @ 95 L/mn (25gpm)
800 / hr @ 113 L/mn (30gpm)		 400 / hr @ 80 L/mn (20gpm)
600 / hr @ 95 L/mn (25gpm)
800 / hr @ 113 L/mn (30gpm)
1000 / hr @ 150 L/mn (40gpm)
Overall Length 770 cm (303 in) 770 cm (303 in) 996 cm (392 in) 996 cm (392 in)
Wheelbase Length 318 cm (125 in) 318 cm (125 in) 318 cm (125 in) 318 cm (125 in)
Width with 15.0/55-17 10 Ply Tires 250 cm (98 in) N/A 250 cm (98 in) N/A
Width with 19.0/45-17 10 Ply Tires 255 cm (101 in) 255 cm (101 in) 255 cm (101 in) 255 cm (101 in)
Height (Railings Collapsed) N/A 323 cm (127 in) N/A 323 cm (127 in)
Height (Railings Raised) 323 cm (127 in) 343 cm (135 in) 323 cm (127 in) 343 cm (135 in)

More From Bale Baron UK

Each trailed machine supplied by Bale Baron UK comes with a set of hydraulic pipes, brackets and bale chute for your baler. Both the trailed and pick up models come with a full manufacturer’s warranty. One of our engineers will make a farm visit to check the setup of your tractor and baler to ensure that you are getting the best performance from your Bale Baron®, and demonstrate the Bale Baron®, showing all users how to operate and maintain your machine.

Bale Baron UK supplies full back-up, technical support and spare parts services operating a 24hr phone line to respond to any service/spare parts requirements during the season.

We are not just the sole dealer for the UK and parts of Europe, we are users and service engineers.  So you can be 100% confident you are talking to the right team.