Contents
- 1 What size tractor do I need to run a Haybine?
- 2 How fast can you mow with a Haybine?
- 3 What does a Haybine do?
- 4 How much horsepower does a Haybine have?
- 5 What is the difference between a swather and an Windrower?
- 6 Can you cut hay with a rotary mower?
- 7 What month do you cut hay?
- 8 How do you mow a hay field?
- 9 What machine do you use to cut hay?
What size tractor do I need to run a Haybine?
being sensible here– you need at least 50 hp + a tractor with good brakes to do the job safely. I run a 488 with a series 4 D17 Ac diesel loaded rear tires and still get pushed around some on the steep hills. Live power is a must for those times when she plugs up.
How fast can you mow with a Haybine?
Things happen fast at 8-9mph. Personally I’d like a wide sickle machine so I get decent capacity and drive a sensible speed. On my own fields, I have been cutting at 11 mph.
What does a Haybine do?
A conditioner (or hay conditioner) is a farm implement that crimps and crushes newly cut hay to promote faster and more even drying. The names Haybine and Discbine are brand names of mower-conditioners, although some farmers use these names somewhat generically.
How much horsepower does a Haybine have?
Specifications
| Cutting Width | 9 ft., 3 in. |
|---|---|
| Conditioning Roll Length | 102 in. |
| Min. Tractor Requirement | 35 hp |
What is the difference between a swather and an Windrower?
A swather, or windrower, is a farm implement that cuts hay or small grain crops and forms them into a windrow. ” Swather ” is predominantly the North American term for these machines. In Australia and other parts of the world, they are called ” windrowers “.
Can you cut hay with a rotary mower?
Putting up the best hay possible hinges on timeliness — from cutting at the appropriate stage to baling at the right moisture level to efficient hauling and storage.
What month do you cut hay?
Optimum conditions for first cuttings can generally be expected around May 15th in the south and May 25th in the north. Though different cuttings provide different levels of nutrition (a topic for a future blog), the most important determination of hay quality is its state of maturity when cut.
How do you mow a hay field?
How to Mow a Hay Field
- Mow outside rounds first.
- Leave room to turn around.
- Mow the center in straight rows.
- Continue mowing straight paths, back and forth across the field, until the entire center is mowed.
- Turn your tractor around and mow the outside round.
- Wait for the hay on the ground to dry on top and then rake it over.
What machine do you use to cut hay?
A tedder (also called hay tedder ) is a machine used in haymaking. It is used after cutting and before windrowing, and uses moving forks to aerate or “wuffle” the hay and thus speed up the process of hay-making.