The newest choice of professional hay producers and contractors, Challenger® LB Series balers feature more than just an industry-leading design. They offer everything customers have been looking for in a big rectangular baler. That’s particularly true of the new “B” Series models, which feature advanced technology from the pickup assembly to the bale chute.

• An on-board hydraulic system permits easier hook-up and ensures that variables in tractor hydraulic systems will not affect baler performance.
• True bale density is measured through load cells on the plunger connecting rods rather than gearbox deflection.
• An increase in the number of sealed and tapered bearings means fewer service points and a 50-hour service interval.
• The streamlined, one-piece side shields seal the twine boxes when closed to reduce crop build-up.
• Redesigned twine boxes hold up to 30 balls of twine at a 30-degree angle for greater capacity and easier loading.
• The option to produce silage bales or precut bales is available on two of three models.
• A state-of-the-art, control, and monitoring system that complies to ISO standards.

model lb34B

A favorite of producers who often ship hay long distances, the Challenger LB34B produces solid bales that measure 34.4 inches (874 mm) X 47.2 inches (1,200 mm) by up to 98.4 inches (2,500 mm) long. Bales stack two wide by three high for maximum truck payloads.

The LB34B is also big on custom features that improve profitability on a custom or commercial basis, including a new hydraulically driven knotter fan. Choose the recutter option and cut the cost of hay grinding and TMR mixing time. Or use the LB34B to put up high-quality, extra palatable silage bales. Flotation tires spread the load…or order the factory-installed steerable tandem axle with four 500/50-17 flotation tires.

Small fields? No problem. The low-profile 89-inch (2,260 mm) pickup will reach out to gather in wide windrows, even on tight turns. A bale ejector is also standard.

Take your baling to the next level. Give Peterson Machinery a call at 866-228-3447 and ask for an ag salesman today.