Hay Bale Dimensions and Guidelines (with Drawings)
WEBAug 3, 2024 · A round hay bale is usually the largest kind of hay bale for sale. The size differs among retailers, but you can usually find round hay bales that measure 5 feet in width and 6 feet in diameter (1.5 × 1.8 meters). The weight of such a round hay bale can be as much as 1,500 pounds (680 kilograms).
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WEBSep 30, 2016 · Bale weights vary from 500 to 2,500 pounds in properly conditioned hay. Bale weights also vary with type and species of forage and cutting time (first, second or third).”. Mini-round balers, also called roto-balers, are available for people with a small number of acres on which to produce hay.
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WEBMay 13, 2016 · The graphic below, shows the proportional amounts of hay that are contained within each of five six-inch cross-sections of a five foot diameter hay bale. Roughly 1/3 of all the hay in a large round bale is in the outer six-inch ring of the bale.
WEBTable 1 lists common bale sizes (width and height) and a calculated estimate of the lbs of dry matter (DM) in bales of that size at different bale densities (i.e., lbs of DM per ft3). Of course, bale density is very difficult to estimate. Most modern round balers will make a bale that is between 9 and 12 lbs of DM per ft3.
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WEBJan 15, 2018 · Round bales are described as bale width by bale diameter, or bale height. For example, a 5 x 6 bale would be 5 feet wide and 6 feet in diameter, and a 4 x 5 bale would be 4 feet wide and 5 feet in diameter.
What are the Standard Hay Bale Weights and Dimensions?
WEBGet the most from your hay crop by understanding common hay bale weights and dimensions for both round and square bales. Learn more about hay bale weights here.
What Are The Standard Hay Bale Dimensions And Weight?
WEBJul 5, 2023 · Round bales are an efficient way to store hay, particularly for small farms. One round bale is the equivalent of 10-12 square bales, making them a great choice for reducing waste and increasing storage capacity. Three-String Hay Bales. Three-string bales measure about 16 inches in height, 22 inches in width, and 44 inches in length.
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WEBJan 6, 2022 · Depending on the type, quality, location, and size of the bales, you should expect to pay something between $30 and $300 per ton of hay. Square bales, on average, cost between $3 and $10 per bale, while round bales range from $75 to $90 for each ton.
WEBBale densities will range from 8 to 14 lb/ft3 (128 to 224 kg/m3) for hay and 6 to 9 lb/ft3 (96 to 144 kg/m3) for straw, depending on the baler. Bale weight is related to density and size. A properly adjusted baler has a higher productivity and fewer breakdowns.
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WEBRound hay bales come in a couple of sizes, with the largest measuring 6’ wide by 8’ tall and weighing between 900 and 1,500 lb, depending on the type of grass. The standard round bale is slightly smaller, measuring around 4’ in width and standing 5’ feet high.