What to charge to load square bales ...

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blueriver

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I recently purchased the Rafter M 10 bale grapple and will build the accumulator over winter.

When my neighbor saw the grapple and I shared my plans ... well basicly he said he would get his square baler out next year and hire me to load his hay.

So tell me what you think is a fair per bale charge to accumlate, grapple and load small squares?
 
   / What to charge to load square bales ... #2  
Here's how I'd figure it. Cost for diesel per hour, standard depretiation on equipment. Cost of implements and then your time. Figure it out over a years time and divide accordingly. How many bales per hour. Your time is worth (depending on cost of living in your area) but as a rough estimate I'd be looking at about $20 - $25 per hour minimum.
 

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