John Deere introduced the V452M round baler to the North American lineup, providing enhanced productivity as well as precision to larger-scale hay and forage operations.
The V452M headlines the newly updated lineup of VR and CR round baler models, introducing a new naming convention with advanced features purpose-built for heavy crop and silage conditions, while the current 1 Series round balers remain and continue to serve customers with their baling needs.
The John Deere’s round baler lineup, VM, VR and CR lineup updates include variable-chamber and variable-wrapping combination models. The new V452M showcases bale sizes up to 5.5 feet in diameter, giving producers better flexibility with control over their forage output; and a solution for those looking for increased density capabilities, particularly in silage or high- moisture crop settings.
Key features of the V452M include:
- Advancement in Bale Chamber Technology: Three starting rolls along with two belt drive rolls in order to ensure consistent bale rotation, regardless of crop moisture.
- Larger Bale Chamber: 4 feet by 5½ feet chamber width to maximize bale weight.
- High-Density Silage Capability: Produces silage bales up to 11.7 lb/ft³ for ideal storage as well as feed quality.
The full model lineup introduces cutting-edge features designed to boost productivity and simplify decision-making (capabilities vary by model):
- Industry-Leading Gate Cycle Time: As fast as three seconds for more bales per hour.
- Moisture Sensors and Bale Scales: Seamlessly connect to the free John Deere Operations Center™ for near real-time bale documentation and yield insights.
- G5 or G5e Monitor for in-cab adjustments and data-driven decisions.
Executive Statement
According to Kaylene Ballesteros, John Deere marketing manager, the V452M and the broader VR and CR model updates are designed for more density, more productivity and more actionable data. This update enhances their variable chamber and combination balers with features that support high-volume silage and heavy crop conditions, while complementing the proven performance of our 1 Series models. It’s about giving their farmers and ranchers the right tool for their operation, whether they’re baling 500 or 5,000 bales a year.