The new MF 2140 is a welcome new addition to the Massey Ferguson MF 2100 large square baler range.

The baler, which produces 800mm wide x 700mm high bales, is designed to help hauliers make optimum use of lorry capacity for transport on European roads.

The MF 2140 is equipped with an independent hydraulic pump and circuit to ensure consistent operation, regardless of other loads of the tractor’s hydraulics.

Crop is lifted by a 2.26m effective working width pick-up, which uses a unique Torsion Bar flotation system. From here two centring augers on each side positively gather and feed the material efficiently into the pre-pack chamber.

A Cutter option on the MF 2140 makes denser, chopped bales. Setting the chop length simply involves altering the position of a selector rod to select chop lengths of 192mm, 96mm and 48mm or no chopping.

Key to all Massey Ferguson MF 2100 Series balers’ unrivalled density is the novel pre-pack chamber, which creates even density flakes, regardless of swath size or forward speed.

Bales are tied by the Hesston-designed, double knotters, which are kept clean and clear of debris by a standard, transverse impeller knotter blower.

The plunger on the MF 2140 operates at 42 strokes/min, with a heavy flywheel and longer stroke helping to maintain momentum and improve performance. The driveline is protected by a five-disc slip clutch and large shear bolt.

The entire baling sequence is controlled and monitored from an Isobus compatible terminal, which provides complete control and operation via a large colour screen with buttons and a rotary dial. The system can also be used to operate other ISO compliant implements.

*Cereals 2010 exhibitor information as supplied by Massey Ferguson.