V8960-II Fully Automatic High-Capacity Chopper Baler
The McHale Variable Chamber Baler Range is made up of V6, V8 and Fusion Vario machines. The range consists of 7 models;
• V6740-II – Non-Chopper Baler
• V6750-II – 15 knife Chopper Baler
• V6760-II – Fully Automatic Chopper Baler
• V8940-II – High-Capacity Non-Chopper Baler
• V8950-II – High-Capacity Chopper Baler
• V8960-II – Fully Automatic High-Capacity Chopper Baler
• Fusion Vario Plus– Integrated Baler Wrapper with Film on Film Technology
Offering innovative ideas to allow you to work smarter, whilst achieving more output, the McHale name has become synonymous with the production of robust and reliable machines, making McHale the number one choice for professional users.
Overview
The McHale V8960-II is a fully automatic machine fitted with a 15-knife chopper unit and heavy-duty rotor. As the highest spec machine in the range, it is ISOBUS compatible with the option of using McHale’s ISO-Play terminals, to allow the operator to experience the highest level of customisation and machine performance.
The McHale V8960-II baler is the latest advancement in the variable chamber baler range from McHale. Expanding on the V8 range which produces a bale from 0.6m (2’) up to 1.9 m (6’3”) . The V8960-II is fully automatic to provide the operator with a high output and easy to operate machine. Utilising the latest technology, the operator simply has to pause on the swath while the machine binds the bale with net before automatically opening and closing the chamber door to eject the bale and resume baling.
In designing the McHale V8960-II fully automatic baler, user friendliness was at the forefront of the machine’s development. The 60 series is the highest spec machine in the V8 range and provides the operator with the following functionality: Active Density Control, Intelli-Chamber for a faster bale release and Active Bale Kicker.
Standard Features
| 2.1m Profi- Flo Pick-Up | 15 Knife Chopper Unit with Heavy Duty Rotor | Drop Floor Unblocking System |
| 3-Endless Belts | Automatic Greasing | Continuous Oiler System |
| High Performance Stretch Net System | 50mm (2″) Double Race Chamber Bearings | 1¼” Chain on the Bale Chamber |
| ISOBUS/ ISO-Play | Mechanical Tailgate Locking | Knife Pressure Display |
| Knife Position Sensor | Drop Floor Sensor | 500/50/22.5 Tyres |
| Active Bale Kicker | ||
FEATURES
Pick-Up
Over the last decade, McHale has designed and developed various types of pick-ups. After extensive testing, McHale decided it will offer customers the choice of 2 pick-up options depending on their working conditions:
Heavy-Duty Pick-Up
The specially designed McHale pick-up is positioned close to the rotor to improve delivery of the crop through the rotor to the bale chamber. Large diameter lateral feed augers help direct crop to the bale chamber ensuring a consistent and even crop flow for producing high density bales.
Adaptive Intake
Over the course of a baling season, machines have to work with different volumes of crop. McHale have designed an adaptive intake which allows the intake area to automatically adjust for light and heavy crops to facilitate a smooth crop flow into the chamber.
Split Drive GearBox
A 540rpm Split Drive Gearbox is fitted to all machines in the McHale Fixed Chamber Range as standard. The gearbox design ensures that power is evenly distributed to both sides of the machine.
Rotor
The star shaped, twin finger feed rotor ensures a high-capacity flow of crop into the bale chamber.
Chopper Unit
To ensure a consistent and even chop quality, two chopping options have been developed for the McHale variable chamber machines.
Selectable Knife System
All McHale V8950 machines have the option to be fitted with a selectable knife system. Various knife configurations can be chosen depending on the knife bank specification.
Drop Floor
For over a decade, all machines in the Variable Chamber Baler Range are fitted with the McHale Drop Floor Unblocking System, a feature which operators have come to love for it’s simplicity of use and effective unblocking cycle.
Bale Chamber & Bale Sizes
The bale chamber on the McHale variable chamber baler range is comprised of heavy-duty endless belt(s). The belts are extremely hard wearing and are reinforced with synthetic material, which ensures that the belt(s) can absorb and apply high pressure to the material in the Bale chamber.
Bale Chamber Double Drive
A heavy-duty drive system powers belt and bale rotation on all machines in the variable chamber baler range. On the McHale V6740, a primary drive system is fitted to ensure belt rotation and bale formation.
Oiling & Greasing
The McHale fixed chamber range of balers are all fitted with a continuous oiling system. Once the PTO is engaged, the continuous oiling system constantly lubricates the chains to ensure a long lifetime. A lube alarm sounds after 300 bales to inform the operator to refill the oil tank.
High Performance Netter
A high performance netter has been designed and developed for the McHale Variable Chamber Baler Range. This netter is very reliable and comprises of a moving roller which allows the roll of net to rotate as it is being applied to ensure even net application.
Expert Plus Control Console
The McHale V8950 is fitted with an Expert Plus control console, which has a large graphic display.
Options
McHale machines work in different conditions around the world. To optimise performance, we offer a number of options in the McHale variable chamber range. We recommend you speak with your local dealer/distributor as regards the best configuration to meet your requirements
SPECIFICATIONS
| Length | 5.1m (16’ 9”)* |
| Width | 2.58m / 2.62m
(8’ 6” / 8’ 7”)* |
| Height | 3.12m (10’ 3″) |
| Weight | 4850kg
(10,692 lbs)* |
| * Value will vary depending on specification | |
| Working Width | 2100mm (6’ 11”) |
| Tine Bars | 5 (6 on Camless Pick-up) |
| Tine Spacing | 70 mm |
| Short Crop Guard | Option |
| Crop Roller | Standard |
| Pick Up Guide Wheels (pneumatic) | Standard |
| Number of Knives | 15 |
| Theoretical Chop Length | 65 mm |
| Knife Protection | Hydraulic |
| Knife Deactivation | Hydraulic from Cab |
| Unblocking System | Drop Floor |
| Diameter | 0.6 m (2’) to 1.9 m (6’ 3”) |
| Width | 1.23 m (4’) |
| Bale Chamber Feed | 15 Knife Chopper Feed Rotor |
| Number of Belts | 3 |
| Control | Manual or Automatic |
| Net System | High Performance Netter |
| Net Roll Capacity | 1 + 2 Storage |
| Net Adjustment | In Cab |
| Gearbox | Split Drive |
| Main Drive Protection | Cam Clutch |
| Pick-Up Protection | Slip Clutch |
| Chain Lubrication | Continuous |
| Bale Chamber | Double Drive |
| Control System | Expert Plus |
| Operation | Semi-Automatic |
| Density Adjustment | In Cab |
| Bale Size Adjustment | In Cab |
| Axle | 8 Stud |
| Brakes | Option: Air / Hydraulic |
| Tyres Standard | 500/50/22.5 |
| Tyres Optional | 560/45/22.5 |
| Bale Kicker | Adjustable |
| Road Lights | Standard |
| Minimum Hydraulic Flow | 30 l/min @180 bar |
| Hydraulic System | 2 double acting spools, 1 free flow return |
| Electronics | 12 Volt DC, 20 amp |
| Minimum PTO Requirements | 60 kW (80hp) |
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 : ed@haycenter.com