Kverneland 860
Bale Chopper | Bale chopper / feeder
Finish the job faster
Trailed bale chopper/feeder with 3.0m3-6.0m3 loading capacity
The advantages of this Bale chopper / feeder
- 3.0m3 chamber
- Blowing distance up to 20m
- Wide flywheel housing for increased capacity
- Hydraulic comb to control flow towards flywheel (863 Pro only)
- Belt clutch anti-blockage solution (863 Pro & 866 Pro only)
- Two speed gearbox for reduced flywheel speed
Description
A key aim of the Kverneland 860 Pro series is to provide more capacity by shredding the material faster. Flywheel housing and blowing paddles have increased in dimensions to increase performance. This means more material is fed faster into the flywheel, finishing the bale at an impressive pace. Kverneland 863 Pro and 866 Pro comes with a new designed belt clutch solution to disengage the shredder rotor. The shredder rotor can be hydraulically disengaged from the tractor cab. The comb is used to control the flow of material into the flywheel, especially when feeding loose material. The top guards reduces spillage and guides material towards the shredder.
Highlights
- 3.0-6.0m³ chamber
- Blowing distance up to 20m
- Hydraulic comb and top guard (863 Pro only)
- Belt clutch solution to disengage shredder rotor (863 Pro & 866 Pro only)
- Optimised drum, flywheel and chamber design for maximum capacity and throughput
- Unique drum-knife configuration to handle a wide variety of materials
- Two speed gearbox for reduced flywheel speed when discharging feed materials
Features
Features
- The swivelling chute operates in 4 stages to optimize the blowing distance for bedding
- Blowing distance up to 20m.
- Designed with a turning radius of 260° which enables easy access to even difficult reachable spaces.
- The 3-stage movement enhance the feeding perfomance without blockage even on long fibrous material.
- To provide the correct flywheel speed for bedding and feeding Kverneland 863 and 864 is fitted with a two speed gearbox.
- At lower speeds the flywheel ensures a metered flow of silage or hay for feeding.
- At high speed a powerful blow for the most efficient distribution during bedding is ensured.
- The gearbox speed is adjusted via the handle on the front of the machine.
- The Kverneland 863 - 864 features a unique drum – knife configuration.
- Knives are mounted on angled rings so that they pass a fixed ‘comb’ on alternative sides.
- This ensures that materials are cut and fed into the flywheel chamber evenly, reducing the risk of blockage, offering even discharge & leaving the drum and comb clean.
- The drum is fitted with 14 blades as standard, but will accept a further 28 blades according to material type – simply bolt them on in a matter of minutes.
- A patented system - the knives pass the fixed comb on alternative sides for a more even cut.
- The hydraulically operated rear door fitted provides a self loading facility for easy loading of square and round bales.
- Tailgate and floor chain can be operated via the remote control on the side of the machine.
- The rear door also offers the ability to carry a second round bale for increased capacity.
- A bale kit can be fitted to the end of the tailgate to ensure that the bales stay in position during operation.
- The size of the bale chamber makes it very easy to load the material with a loader - and two round bales can be loaded at the same time - saving time.
Besides the features shared with the standard 863, 863 Pro also includes hydraulic activation of shredder rotor, hydraulic comb and top guard, all adding to easier control and more productivity.
- With the hydraulic belt clutch solution the shredder rotor can be run independently from the flywheel and can be disengaged when starting up the flywheel. This allows the flywheel to go to full speed before the shredder rotor is activated and starts feeding material into the flywheel housing.
- The operator will enjoy the new hydraulic comb that is controlled from the tractor cab. It is an efficient tool to control the flow of material into the flywheel, to avoid blocking flywheel and chute. Especially when feeding loosing material like clamp silage it proves to be a valuable feature.
- The top guard reduces spillage and ensures material stays inside the bale chamber. It efficiently guides material towards the shredders.
Technical specifications
Technical specifications
Download brochure| Model | 863 | 863 Pro | 866 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chute | 4-stage Sw. Chute | 4-stage Sw. Chute | 4-stage Sw. Chute | |
| Cubic volume (m3) | 3.00 | 3.00 | 6.00 | |
| Blowing distance* (m) | up to 20 | up to 20 | up to 20 | |
| Chassis | Trailed | Trailed | Trailed | |
| Metering system | Single Drum | Single Drum | Two-Drum Design | |
| PTO power req. min (kW/hp) | 51/70 | 51/70 | 55/75 |
* Depending on material and barn-specific conditions |
Technical specifications
Technical specifications
Download brochureModel |
Cubic Volume |
Load Capacity |
Hydr. Belt Clutch & Comb |
Power Req, Min. |
863 |
3.00m3 |
1500kg |
No |
51/70kW/hp |
863 Pro |
3.00m3 |
1500kg |
Yes |
51/70kW/hp |
* Depending on material and barn-specific conditions |
Product FAQ`s
The Kverneland 860 Series trailed bale chopper includes the Kverneland 863, 863 Pro and 866 Pro. The 863 and 863 Pro have 3.0 m³ chambers with single-drum feed systems, while the 866 Pro has a 6.0 m³ chamber and twin-drum system. Choose based on your tractor setup, materials, daily workload and required capacity.
Yes. The Kverneland 860 Series trailed bale chopper is designed for bedding and feeding. Its two-speed gearbox uses a higher flywheel speed to distribute bedding straw and a lower speed for controlled discharge of hay or silage. This allows the Kverneland 863, 863 Pro and 866 Pro to support different livestock tasks.
The Kverneland 863 and 863 Pro trailed bale choppers require at least 51 kW/70 hp of PTO power. Tractor selection must also consider the required hydraulic services and safe operation of the complete combination. Ask your Kverneland dealer to confirm compatibility, particularly for the Kverneland 866 Pro, before choosing a tractor.
The Kverneland 863 trailed bale chopper has a 3.0 m³ chamber and single-drum system. The Kverneland 863 Pro adds a hydraulic comb, top guard and belt clutch. The Kverneland 866 Pro increases capacity to 6.0 m³ and uses two shredding drums, making it the higher-capacity model for demanding bedding and feeding workloads.
The Kverneland 863 and 863 Pro trailed bale choppers have 3.0 m³ chambers, while the Kverneland 866 Pro has a 6.0 m³ chamber. The actual number of bales depends on their dimensions and format. Confirm your bale sizes and loading requirements with a Kverneland dealer rather than relying on a universal bale count.
Yes, both round and square bales can be processed. The Kverneland 860 Series trailed bale chopper is designed for easy bale loading and consistent material flow. Its funnel-shaped chamber, floor conveyor and drum-and-knife system support different materials. Always confirm your bale dimensions with a Kverneland dealer.
The Kverneland 860 Series trailed bale chopper can blow bedding material up to 20 metres. Its four-stage swivelling chute helps direct straw into different parts of a livestock building. Actual reach can depend on the material and operating conditions, so consider building width, barriers and bedding layout when selecting a Kverneland 863, 863 Pro or 866 Pro.
Yes. The belt clutch on the Kverneland 863 Pro and 866 Pro trailed bale choppers hydraulically disengages the shredding rotor from the tractor cab. This allows the flywheel to reach operating speed before material enters, helping reduce the risk of flywheel blockage and giving the operator greater control when starting material flow.
The Kverneland 860 Series trailed bale chopper uses different flywheel speeds for bedding and feeding. Select the higher gearbox speed for distributing straw and the lower speed for controlled discharge of hay or silage. Material flow can also be managed through the floor conveyor and model-specific controls. Follow the relevant Kverneland operator’s manual when changing settings.
The Kverneland 860 Series trailed bale chopper has a hydraulically driven chain-and-slat floor conveyor with variable speed and reverse. Floor speed controls how quickly material reaches the shredding drum. Match the flow to the material and task, and use the relevant Kverneland operator’s manual for the approved adjustment procedure and model-specific settings.
The Kverneland 860 Series trailed bale chopper has a four-stage swivelling chute with up to 260° rotation. This helps operators direct bedding straw into different parts of a livestock building, including difficult-to-reach areas. The chute gives the Kverneland 863, 863 Pro and 866 Pro controlled bedding placement.