Bale Shears
Abbey Bale Shears - Unlocking Efficiency in Bale Handling and Processing
Designed to revolutionise your bale handling operations, the Abbey Bale Shears are engineered with cutting-edge technology to streamline the process of splitting round bales while retaining plastic and netting.
Built for modern livestock farms, contractors and mixed operations, this new addition to the Abbey range improves feeding efficiency, reduces labour input and enhances overall safety when processing silage, hay or straw.
Whether feeding directly into a diet feeder or placing bales in front of feed barriers, Abbey Bale Shears provide a fast, clean and controlled solution.
Key Features
Splits round bales while retaining plastic & net
Improves operator efficiency and safety
Reduces feeding time
Euro brackets supplied as standard for easy compatibility
Cuts silage, hay and straw expertly
Requires one double-acting hydraulic service
Ideal for splitting bales for diet feeders or feed barriers
Each Bale Shear is designed for seamless integration with your existing tractor and equipment, ensuring minimal disruption to your workflow.
Built for Performance & Reliability
Abbey Bale Shears are constructed with durability and practicality in mind. From the heavy-duty frame to the precision-engineered blade system, every component is built to perform under demanding farm conditions.
With Euro brackets as standard, compatibility is straightforward, allowing operators to quickly attach and get to work.
The design ensures:
Clean bale splitting
Retention of plastic to reduce contamination
Reduced manual handling
Improved feeding accuracy
Benefits to Your Operation
Enhanced Efficiency
Split bale handling becomes faster and more efficient, helping reduce labour requirements and increasing overall productivity on farm.
Preservation of Plastic
Retaining plastic during the splitting process ensures minimal waste and reduces the risk of plastic contamination in feed, supporting environmental responsibility and cost-effectiveness.
Seamless Integration
Designed to fit smoothly into your existing workflow, Abbey Bale Shears adapt to your farm’s daily operations, maximising efficiency without adding complexity.
Ideal Applications
Splitting round silage bales
Feeding into diet feeders
Feeding in front of barriers
Processing hay and straw bales
Improving efficiency during busy feeding periods
| Model | Bale Shears |
| Length (mm) | 1125 mm |
| Width (mm) | 1850 mm |
| Height (Closed) (mm) | 840 mm |
| Height (Open) (mm) | 1695 mm |
| Maximum Blade Opening (mm) | 1415 mm |
| Maximum Blade Cutting Width (mm) | 1700 mm |
| Hydraulics Required | Double Acting Service |
| Standard Linkage | Tractor Euro Brackets |
| Weight (No Linkage) (kg) | 440 kg |
| Oil Pressure Allowed (Bar) | 150 Bar |
| Maximum Oil Flow (L/min) | 20 L/min |
| Maximum Bale Weight (kg) | 1500 kg |
Features
- Splits round bales while retaining plastic & net
- Improved operator efficiency & safety
- Reduces feeding time
- Euro brackets supplied as standard for easy compatibility
- Cuts silage, hay & straw expertly
- Requires one double acting hydraulic service
- Ideal for splitting bales for diet feeders or in front of feed barriers
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