KUBOTA BV4180

Kubota BV4180 Round Baler | 60 PTO HP Minimum

 

The Kubota BV4180 is a variable-chamber round baler designed for efficient hay production, dependable bale formation, and easy operation. It uses a feeder fork intake system to move crop directly into the bale chamber and can produce bales up to 71 inches in diameter and 47 inches wide. Kubota also equips the BV4180 with Intelligent Density 3D, allowing operators to adjust bale density for different crops and field conditions.

What size bales does the Kubota BV4180 make?

The Kubota BV4180 produces variable-size round bales ranging from 31 inches to 71 inches in diameter.

Bale width is 47 inches, giving operators flexibility to adjust bale size to match their operation, storage needs, and crop conditions.

 

How much horsepower does the Kubota BV4180 require?

The Kubota BV4180 requires a minimum of 60 PTO horsepower.

It operates at 540 PTO rpm, making it a good match for many mid-size agricultural tractors used for hay production.

 

What type of feeding system does the Kubota BV4180 use?

The BV4180 uses a feeder fork intake system with an open-throat design.

Kubota designed the feeder fork to move crop directly from the pickup into the bale chamber, helping provide consistent crop flow and efficient baling in dry hay and other forage conditions.

How wide is the pickup on the Kubota BV4180?

The BV4180 has a 79-inch working pickup width with four tine rows.

The pickup also uses 2.36-inch tine spacing and comes with two pneumatic gauge wheels to help follow field contours and maintain consistent crop pickup.

 

How does the Kubota BV4180 form a bale?

The BV4180 uses a variable bale chamber with five belts and three rollers.

This design allows the operator to produce different bale diameters while maintaining consistent bale formation throughout the baling process.

 

What is Kubota Intelligent Density 3D?

Intelligent Density 3D allows the operator to adjust bale density in three different areas of the bale.

This gives operators more control over how the bale is formed and allows density settings to be tailored to different crops and crop conditions.

 

Does the Kubota BV4180 use net wrap or twine?

The BV4180 can be equipped with optional net binding or optional twine-and-net capability.

Kubota’s PowerBind net wrap system is designed for quick loading and routing while applying the net tightly around the finished bale.

What are the benefits of the Kubota BV4180?

The BV4180 combines straightforward operation with flexible bale sizing and proven crop-handling features.

 

Kubota BV4180 highlights include:

• Minimum 60 PTO HP requirement
• 540 PTO rpm
• Variable bale diameter from 31 to 71 inches
• 47-inch bale width
• 79-inch pickup working width
• Four pickup tine rows
• 2.36-inch tine spacing
• Feeder fork intake system
• Open-throat crop intake
• Five-belt and three-roller bale chamber
• Intelligent Density 3D bale-density control
• Silage-ready design
• Optional net binding
• Optional twine-and-net binding
• Optional ISOBUS capability
• Focus 3 operating terminal
• Two standard pneumatic gauge wheels
• Standard 1¼-inch chains
• Standard wide-angle PTO shaft
• Standard cam-clutch protection
• Approximate weight of 5,842 lbs.

Is the Kubota BV4180 silage ready?

Yes. Kubota states that all of its current BV Series balers are silage ready.

This gives the BV4180 added versatility for operators who may bale different forage crops throughout the season.

 

What kind of hay operation is the Kubota BV4180 good for?

The Kubota BV4180 is well suited for:

• Dry hay production
• Grass hay
• Mixed forage
• Farm and ranch hay operations
• Livestock operations
• Custom hay baling
• Variable-size round bale production
• Operations that need adjustable bale density
• Producers wanting a relatively simple feeder-fork intake system

Its variable chamber gives operators flexibility to produce different bale sizes instead of being limited to one fixed diameter.

 

Why choose the Kubota BV4180?

The Kubota BV4180 is a strong choice for producers who want a versatile round baler without unnecessary complexity. Its 79-inch pickup, feeder fork intake, variable 31- to 71-inch bale diameter, and Intelligent Density 3D system give operators control over crop flow, bale size, and density.

With a 60 PTO HP minimum requirement and a straightforward 540-rpm driveline, the BV4180 can fit into many established hay operations while providing the capacity and flexibility needed for productive baling.

 

Shop the Kubota BV4180 at Stewart Martin Equipment.

We’re Oklahoma owned and family owned, with a team ready to help you find the right Kubota hay equipment, attachments, and financing options for your operation.

 

 

 

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