2660 Balebuster
Overview:
Possibly one of the most popular two-bale processors in the world. Perfect for feeding and bedding cattle.
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Features
The model 2660 and 2665 two-bale processors are the most popular processors in the Haybuster line and perhaps the most popular bale processors models in the world.
Carry one round bale in the chamber and the second bale on the loader and you are good to go. Whether it’s feeding your cattle or covering loose soil, this model will work for you.
The model 2660 is the two-bale processor that is in demand! This economical machine is perfect for feeding and bedding your cattle, with all the features that have put the Haybuster Balebusters far ahead of the competition. Some of those features include right hand discharge and the chain and slat conveyor table that rotates the bale while the heavy-duty rotor and flails chop off the material, discharging the hay out of the machine. Consistent and steady processing of all types of bales is what our customers have learned to expect from the Haybuster Balebusters. Whether it’s feeding into bunks, feeding on the ground or bedding down the cattle, this is the processor for you!
Notable Updates
With bales getting bigger and heavier, we have made the 2660 even more durable than previous models. We have increased the diameter of the rotor shaft and bearing, as well as the conveyor shaft. The chain attachment to the slats is more durable. We have also increased the width of the table to eliminate dead spots where material can build up. We also moved the loader forks over the help center the bale while loading into the bale chamber.
Shredder Chamber with More Durable 3-Chain Slat Conveyor
The 2660 chain table comes standard with a more durable chain. This, along with the heavy-duty flails and high-speed rotor allows processing of bales in any condition: wet, frozen, old, new or with flattened bottoms. The conveyor is tilted so it helps to keep bales positioned against the slug bars for consistent processing of hay.
Heavy Duty Flails and High Speed Rotor
The 2660 features an oil bath chan case that reverses the direction of the in-line PTO, increasing speed and efficiency of the rotor by 30%. Heavy-Duty rotor and flails process all types of bales in all conditions.
Two Stage Bale Loader
The 2660 two-stage bale loader allows each bale to be lifted seperately without disturbing other bales. It’s designed to carry a second bale to increase efficiency.
Heavy Duty Frame
This machine has a heavy-duty frame for strength and durability to carry today’s larger, heavier bales.
Rotor Access Door
The 2660 gives you quick and easy access to the rotor for routine inspections and twine removal with the rotor access door. Two additional stripper bars can be installed on the door to reduce the length of cut.
Easily Adjustable Slug Bars
The slug bars in the 2660 are easily adjustable from a single point. The slug bar adjustment alters the amount of the hammers exposed to the hay, and is adjusted based on the type of hay, moisture content of the hay and the coarseness/fineness of the cut desired. Also offered with an optional hydraulic adjustment.
Right Side Discharge/Deflector
Adjusting the right side deflector on the 2660 is a one-handed operation because the torsion springs support the bulk of the deflector’s weight, allowing you to set the deflector to the desired position with minimal effort. The deflector can be positioned for windrow feeding for bedding or erosion control. The optional hydraulic deflector allows the operator to set the deflector position directly from the tractor cab.
Optional Grain Tank
The optional 21-bushel grain tank top dresses corn, grains, and pelletized feed supplements through a 4” auger. The grain top dresses the hay for added supplement for your cattle, allowing them to clean up the ration.
Standard Features
- Heavy-duty chain conveyor with more durable chain and heavier drive shafts.
- Rotor is driven through the chain case, which reverses the direction of the rotor for right side discharge and also increases the rotor speed by 30%.
- Two-stage bale loader that easily picks up bales without disturbing other bales and gouging the ground.
- Heavy-duty tubular frame construction designed to carry heavy bales.
- Rotor access door gives you easy access to rotor for service and maintenance.
- Adjustable slug bars allow you to easily position the bale from the rotor and hammers allowing you to take any size bite.
Optional Features
- Containment kit to add even more size to the shredder chamber. Great option for corn stalk bales.
- Extra stripper channel kits for a shorter cut final product.
- FT-24 Feed Tank top dresses feed supplements on top of the windrow while you are processing a bale. It is 24 bushels and has an easily adjustable feed metering system.
- Hydraulic deflector allows you to adjust the deflector height without leaving the tractor.
- Wide deflector belt is 18” and is a great option for bunk feeding.
- Digi-Star EZ 2400 four-point scale is loaded with features and accurate and easy to operate.
Specifications
| MODEL | 2660 Balebuster |
| WEIGHT | - |
| Total | 5,025 lbs (2279.3 kg) |
| Tongue (Bale loader fully raised) | 1500 lbs (680.39 kg) |
| TRANSPORT DIMENSIONS (Bale loader fully raised, deflector folded) | - |
| Width | 8' 4" (2.54 m) |
| Length | 14' 11" (4.55 m) |
| Height | 11' (3.35 m) |
| WORKING DIMENSIONS (With 1 bale, deflector in spread position) | - |
| Width | 10' 10" (3.30 m) |
| Length | 14' 11" (4.55 m) |
| Height | 11' (3.35 m) |
| WORKING DIMENSIONS (With 2 bales, deflector in spread position) | - |
| Width | 10' 10" (3.30 m) |
| Length | 19' 7" (5.97 m) |
| Height | 11' (3.35 m) |
| CHASSIS FEATURES | - |
| Towing Arrangement | Clevis type hitch. |
| Jack Capacity | 5,000 lbs. (2,273 kg) |
| Jack Travel | 10 in (25.4 cm) |
| Bearing Type | Tapered Roller |
| BALE LOADER | - |
| Type | Integral 2 Stage, Twin Boom Arms |
| Bale Tines | Tubular Steel, 10° Float, 4 Position Width Adjustable |
| Adjustable Hydraulic Cylinder | 4-1/2 in x 24 in (11.43 cm x 60.96 cm ), Double-Acting |
| BALE CONVEYOR | - |
| Type | 3 Roller Chains with Bolt-On Cross Slat |
| Drive | Hydraulic Orbital Motor with Adjustable Flow Control |
| Drive Shaft Bearings | 1-1/4" (3.18 cm) |
| Drive Shafts | 1-1/4" (3.18 cm) |
| BALE SHREDDER CHAMBER | - |
| Max. Bale Weight each | 2200 lbs. (998 kg) |
| Rotor Length | 78 in. (1.98 m) |
| Rotor Diameter (Flails extended) | 25 in. (63.5 cm) |
| Rotor Bearing | Ball, 2" (5.08 cm) |
| Number of Flails | 30 |
| Flail type | Heavy Duty, 7/16 in. (11.11 mm) thick, 3 lbs. (1.36 kg), Heat Treated Spring Steel, Swinging |
| Number of Stripper Channels | 1 |
| Number of Slug Bars | 5 |
| Slug Bar | Single point, 9 Adjustment Settings Through a 180° Range |
| Delivery | Right Hand Discharge |
| Deflector | 6 Adjustment Settings through a 120° Range |
| Max. Horizontal Spread | Straw, up to 50 ft. (15.24 m) |
| OPERATOR CONTROLS | - |
| Loader | 1 Tractor Double-Acting Hydraulic Valve |
| Bale Conveyor | 1 Tractor Double-Acting Hydraulic Valve |
| Bale Conveyor Speed | Conveyor Speed Control Valve |
| Slug Bar | Hand Lever with 5 Settings |
| Deflector | Hand Lever with 6 Settings |
| REQUIREMENTS FOR OPERATION | - |
| PTO Horsepower Required | 65hp (48.5kw) to 155hp (115.6kw) |
| PTO Type | 1000 RPM, 1-3/8 in. dia. PTO Shaft with 21 Splines with choice of Constant Velocity or Standard PTO shaft |
| Min. Tractor Hydraulic Output | 8 gpm at 1500 psi (30.3 lpm x 10,345 kPa) |
| Tractor Hydraulic Controls | 2 Double-Acting Control Valves with Quick Coupler Outlets |
| Tractor Weight | Must be of equal or greater weight than that of a 2660 with 2 bales |
| SMV Sign | Standard equipment |
| Road Lights | Standard equipment |
