In spring 2020, ABA “Astra” delivered the first brand-new balers on the Ukrainian market – the Fendt Rotana. What kind of machines are these, and which models are available to Ukrainian farmers? What are the machines’ key differences and features? We’ll cover that in today’s piece.
The Fendt Rotana is a round baler. The machines come in two types: with a fixed chamber, the Fendt Rotana 130, and with a variable chamber, the Fendt Rotana 160/180 V. Both models can be fitted with cutting knives – 13/17/25 pieces. Both models can also be combined with bale wrappers.
The Fendt Rotana 130 F forms fixed-size bales 125 cm in diameter. Even bale density is achieved thanks to PowerGrip rollers, made of steel with no external seam whatsoever. PowerGrip guarantees constant pressure and optimal bale rotation inside the chamber.
The Fendt Rotana 160/180 V has a variable chamber and forms bales from 70 cm to 180 cm in diameter. In the Fendt Rotana 160/180’s VARIO chamber, bales are formed thanks to 4 endless, seamless, extra-reliable belts 28.5 cm wide and 8 mm thick. Four double-layer endless belts ensure excellent bale retention. Thanks to two layers of special stretch-resistant synthetic material, the belts stand out for maximum wear resistance even under the heavy loads that arise when forming heavy silage bales.
The patented bale-forming system has a rear flap that moves down during baling, so a larger bale can move back. The baling chamber also has a separate bale-start zone with two extra rollers, to ensure an excellent bale core.
Both machines have 2.25 m wide pickups, which make it possible to pick up windrows without loss behind practically any combine or rake. The balers’ standard equipment also includes a reinforced roller press device with tines, plus swiveling wheels on the pickup, which significantly ease the operator’s work. A smooth, even product flow is achieved thanks to 5 rows of sturdy, large-diameter spiral teeth.
Rotana-model balers can optionally be fitted with 13, 17 or 25 knives. These cutting mechanisms have the longest knives on the market.
Xtracut 17 and 25 have two hydraulically driven knife groups, which, depending on requirements, can be controlled separately from the baler’s monitor.
The unique Hydroflexcontrol system – a two-stage anti-blockage system
Fendt Rotana balers are fitted with the unique Hydroflexcontrol protection system, which works in two stages to maximize field performance and minimize downtime:
- Mechanical spring suspension of the floor to clear small blockages;
- Hydraulically controlled floor lowering to clear large blockages.
Wrapping is done using the Varionet system.
Varionet – is a net-wrapping system for bales, suitable for a wide range of bale sizes and net types.
The Fendt Rotana baler is controlled using the E-Link or E-Link Pro monitor, which gives the operator an excellent overview of all the baler’s main processes and lets them adjust and configure them. Thanks to high resolution, the working images are always clear and easy to make out.
Why choose Rotana-series balers:
- A free-wheeling sprocket that rotates 360°
- A new drive concept that ensures less wear and greater durability
- Increased bale density thanks to the relocated press rollers
- Dirt-guard scrapers for the roller supports, a rubber mat between the rotor and the connecting element
- An innovative bale-density sensor
- Improved side paneling
- Can be controlled via the ISO-BUS network
During the harvest season, the new Rotana-series balers can be seen at work on our clients’ fields, where we’ll hold demonstrations.
Watch the baler demonstration on our YouTube channel:
For more information, contact:
Maksym Dmytrenko
Tel.: 050 414 66 35
Email: m.dmytrenko@astra-group.com.ua
