
991 BC Cable Controlled Trailed Round Bale Wrapper
McHale’s round bale wrapper range has been designed with the demands of today’s farmer and contractor in mind. This common-sense approach to design ensures that each machine’s operation is kept simple and user friendly.
Farmers and contractors all over the world are under pressure to reduce costs and increase output. To help with this, McHale concentrate on features like the patented hydraulic ground supported bale damper system, patented high-speed transfer system, patented tip rollers, hydraulically operated cut & hold system, 750mm dispensers and high specification components.
These features ensure long working life, reliability and a machine rugged enough to handle the toughest crops, heaviest bales and roughest ground conditions.
Overview
The McHale 991 BC round bale wrapper is the entry level machine in the 991 B range. The McHale 991 BC uses four individual levers to control all wrapping functions. The cable-controlled levers on this round bale wrapper allow the operator to control:
Lift Arm | Wrapping Table |
Cut & Hold | Bale Tip |
Standard Features
4 Lever Control | 750mm Film Dispenser | Hydraulically Operated Cut & Hold |
Capacity to carry 7 rolls of film (6&1) | Bale Support Bobbins | 3.5 Metre Cables Other lengths available |
Patented Ground Supported Damper | Shear Bolt Protection System | Quick Fit Film Dispensers |
Auto Stop Function | Rotation lever locks in position after 2 rotations and stops at the pre-set number of layers | WIZARD Control System |
FEATURES
Ground Supported Damper System
The patented bale damper system gently lowers the bale to the ground while eliminating any stress on the chassis of the machine.

Lift Arm & Wrapping Table
The 991 BC and BJS lift arms are operated manually. On the 991 BE and High-Speed, the auto lift function places the bale on the wrapping table automatically.

Extra Film Storage with Easy Handling
The 991 B range can carry 7 rolls of film:
1 roll (dispenser) + 6 rolls (film storage)

Optional Side Tip
An optional side tip is available on all trailed machines to place bales on their ends after wrapping is complete.

Cut & Hold System
At the end of the wrapping cycle, the hydraulically operated cut & hold system cuts and holds the film in position ready to wrap the next bale.

Automatic Film Break Sensors
Automatic film break sensors monitor the plastic as it leaves the dispenser rollers. If plastic breaks or runs out, the machine will notify the operator via the control console.

Easy Load Dispensers
The McHale lock and load system makes film loading quick and easy by locking the dispenser bobbin up when unloading and locking it back down by simply pulling the cable.

Shear Bolt Unit
A Shear Bolt protects the gearbox when wrapping poorly shaped bales. All machines are now driven by a heavier gearbox than previous models.

Control Options
Used on the base level machines, these simple levers control the functions on the wrappers. Used on both the 991 LB and the 991 BC, the levers control the lift arm (991 BC only), wrapping table, cut & hold and bale tip.

WIZARD Control System
The balewrap monitor controls the number of layers of wrap being applied to the bale and keeps track of the number of bales wrapped.

SPECIFICATIONS
Transport Length | 5.7 m (18’8″) |
Transport Width | 2.45 m (8′) |
Transport Height | 2.46 m (8’1″) |
Height to Top of Rollers | 1.25 m (4’1″) |
Weight (unladen) | 1870 kg (4123 lbs) |
Bale Size | 1.52 m (3’3″-5′) |
Aluminium Dispensers | 1 x 750 mm
Optional 500 mm Kit |
Film Stretch | 70% Standard
55% Optional |
Wrapping Speed (up to) | 30 rotations/min |
Wrapping System | Turntable |
Protection Mechanism | Shear Bolt |
Lift Capacity
@ 170 bar |
1100 kg (2425 lbs) |
Driver Control | 4 Lever Cable Control
(with Wizard Control) |
Operation | Manual Only |
Radio Remote Control | N/A |
Film Roll Capacity | X 7 (1+6) |
Cut & Hold | Yes |
Bale Wrap Monitor | Yes |
Road Lights | Yes |
Greasing Points | 19 |
Wheel Dimensions | 340/55-16 |
Axle | 6 Stud |
Attachment to Tractor | Pin Hitch |
Min. Hydraulic Requirements | 22 l/min @ 170 bar |
Hydraulic Connections | 2 x 1/2″ QR’s Open
or Closed Centre |
Electrical Requirements | 12v EuroPlug, 20A or Direct from Battery |
Minimum hp Requirement | 35 kW / 47 hp |
MEDIA
Contact Us
Contact the Red Deer Hay Center
Phone: 403 340 1000
Hours or Operation
Monday to Friday: 8:30 PM to 5:00 PM
Saturday: 8:30 AM to 12: PM
Sunday: Closed
eMail : [email protected]