International 3450 baler

[corey9212]

Anyone use/own one? I got access to one to bale my mixed grass with it, I do know it's a soft core baler (not sure what the difference and benefits between soft core and hard core is) and it makes a 48 x 60 bale, it has a bale monitor with it as well. Any comments about this baler from current/past users? Any quirks to watch out for? Known issues? Ect. This is my first time baling so I want to make sure I soak in as much info about baling in general and about my equipment I will be using.

Thank you.

Corey.

 

[Tx Jim]

Soft core baler means hay tumbles inside the baler until enough hay is gathered to start forming a bale. One advantage is having capability to bale at a little higher moisture content without hay spoilage. Disadvantage is bales won't be as heavy as solid core bales. Mose soft core bales will have a star pattern in the hay on the flat sides of the bales. Tractorhouse had three 3450 listed at around $4K