Every machine in the hay field affects the next one. A mower that's too wide can overwhelm the tedder. Poor windrows reduce baler efficiency. Inconsistent bale density makes transportation and storage more difficult. Instead of shopping for individual implements, many producers build an entire hay package designed to work together.
For example, a mid-sized operation might pair:
Kubota DM1022 Disc Mower
Kubota TE4052T Tedder
Kubota RA1042T Rotary Rake
Kubota BV4160 Round Baler
Each machine complements the next, creating a smoother harvest from the first cutting to the final bale.
Specifications are important, but dealership support matters just as much. When you're in the middle of first cutting and a bearing fails or a hydraulic hose bursts, having access to experienced technicians and genuine Kubota parts can make the difference between finishing the field and watching quality decline.
Stewart Martin Kubota works with producers across eastern Oklahoma to match equipment to acreage, tractor size, forage type, and production goals. Whether you're buying your first disc mower or upgrading an entire hay fleet, our team can help build a package that fits your operation instead of selling you equipment you don't need.
If you're planning to upgrade your hay operation, Stewart Martin Kubota can help you compare models, evaluate your current equipment, and find the right solution for your acreage and budget.
Before comparing hay equipment from Stewart Martin Kubota, determine what you're trying to accomplish.
A producer cutting 40 acres a year has very different needs than someone harvesting 1,000 acres across multiple counties. Ask yourself:
How many acres will you cut each season?
Are you producing grass hay, alfalfa, or mixed forage?
Will you make dry hay, baleage, or silage?
Are you producing round bales or square bales?
How much tractor horsepower do you have available?
Matching your equipment to your acreage is one of the best ways to improve efficiency without overspending.
The Kubota DM1022 is a popular entry point for smaller farms. It features a 7-foot 2-inch working width and requires approximately 42 PTO horsepowe, making it a good match for many utility tractors.
Larger operations often move into machines like the DM5032, which offers an approximately 10-foot 6-inch cutting width and recommends around 65 horsepower. For commercial hay producers, Kubota's larger trailed and butterfly mowers can reach working widths of more than 28 feet, dramatically increasing acres covered per hour.
What to Look For:
Every extra hour hay spends drying increases the chance of weather damage.
A rotary tedder spreads freshly cut forage evenly across the field, exposing more of the crop to sunlight and airflow. Faster drying helps preserve leaf retention and feed value while reducing the risk of mold.
Kubota's tedder lineup ranges from the TE4052T, with a 17-foot 1-inch working width, all the way to the TE12513C, which covers more than 50 feet in a single pass and is designed for larger commercial operations.
Kubota also backs many tedder models with a 2-year standard warranty and up to 4 years of extended coverage on qualifying equipment.
A quality windrow makes life easier for the baler.
Rotary rakes lift the crop instead of dragging it, keeping dirt out of the finished bale. That's especially important for horse-quality hay and premium alfalfa.
Kubota offers several rotary rake models, including:
RA1035 - single-rotor rake for smaller operations
RA1042T
RA1047T
RA2072
RA2076
RA2577
The baler is the final step before your hay goes into storage. Today's round balers are designed to produce dense, uniform bales that shed moisture and transport efficiently.
Kubota's BV4160 variable chamber baler allows operators to produce different bale diameters depending on customer demand and storage requirements. Variable chamber balers are especially useful for producers selling hay because they provide flexibility without changing equipment.
When comparing balers, pay attention to:
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