A Round Bale Carrier for Rice Whole Crop Harvester

Abstract

A round bale carrier has been developed for use with rice whole crop harvesters that increase total field capacity. The carrier is attached behind the harvester and carries one round bale during such operations as mowing and packing. A unique mechanism enables semi-automatic unloading of the carrier without power being supplied from the harvester. The simple construction of the carrier should promote its widespread use. Work time simulation and field testing demonstrated that its use increases total field capacity by up to 35%.