The 2100 Hunter is a purpose-built bale stack forwarder, designed to enhance efficiency in large-scale baling operations.
Developed as a lighter, simplified alternative to the Transtacker, the Hunter is not a bale collector but a transport solution—capable of picking up, moving, and repositioning pre-stacked bales with ease.
By streamlining bale transport, the Hunter reduces downtime and optimizes logistics, offering a cost-effective way to boost productivity without the need for an additional full-scale bale chaser.”
Simple. Reliable. Efficient.
Built on decades of expertise in bale handling technology, the Hunter was developed using our extensive experience in designing and manufacturing the Transtacker.
Fully designed and built in the UK, it is engineered to double the efficiency of existing bale chasers at a fraction of the cost.
By handling the transport, the Hunter frees up your main collector to focus solely on clearing the field.
Whether working alongside a Transtacker or transporting stacks from the field to storage, the Hunter enables faster field clearance, improved bale protection, and a seamless workflow—helping contractors and large-scale farmers maximise their productivity with minimal investment.
The 2100 Hunter is designed for effortless operation and minimal running costs.
With no chains, tines, or PTO components to maintain, it eliminates many of the common wear points found in other bale-handling equipment.
Its straight forward hydraulic system ensures reliable performance with fewer moving parts, reducing the risk of breakdowns and keeping maintenance costs low.
Built with robust, high-strength materials and no unnecessary complexities, the Hunter is engineered for longevity and durability. This means less time spent on servicing and more time in the field, making it the most cost-effective solution for large-scale bale handling.
The 2100 Hunter is equipped with the same heavy-duty clamps and side gates as the Transtacker, ensuring strong, reliable bale retention during transport.
Designed for maximum holding power, the rear clamps firmly secure the stack in place, while their smooth-edged design prevents damage to bale strings, maintaining bale integrity throughout handling.
The side gates open to a full 90 degrees, allowing stacks to be placed tightly together when unloading. Their narrow-profile construction keeps the overall machine width and weight optimised without compromising strength. An additional extension frame clamps the top of the stack, providing extra stability for transport over rough terrain.
This proven system, refined through years of Transtacker development, provides unmatched stability, ensuring that bales stay secure even on uneven terrain or at transport speeds
New & used machines available & ready to work
Big Bale South provides a flexible hire service for new and second-hand 2100 Hunters, available for the entire harvest or on a weekly basis.
All hired bale stack forwarders include a manufacturer’s warranty for peace of mind, and operator training courses are available to ensure efficient use.
The hirer is responsible only for consumable parts, tyre damage, and operator-related issues.
With expert support from Big Bale South, you can keep your bale handling operations running smoothly all season.
| Model | Duration | Deposit | Rate | 25th June | 25th July | 25th August | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hunter 2100 with tractor hydraulics. Full Season hire. | June - September | £4,000 | £14,000 for full harvest hire. | £3,334 | £3,333 | £3,333 | - |
| Hunter 2100 with tractor hydraulics. Hire on a daily basis. (4 weeks minimum). | June - September | £4,000 | £300 per day or part day. | - | - | £4,400 | To be paid when the Hunter has been returned to our premises. |
Prices exclude VAT
Full Season’s Hire
Deposit is £4,000 + VAT, with the balance paid with 3 payments on 25th June, 25th July & 25th August.
Weekly Hire
For hire on a weekly basis, the minimum hire is four weeks. Deposit is £4,000 + VAT with the balance due on 25th August.
The weekly hire period finishes when the machine has been delivered back to our premises.
The machine is deemed off hire when it has been returned to our premises and any excess will be due at that point.
Machines that are on our hire fleet will be organised through a finance company.
If you decided to buy the bale chaser you have hired, on a “sold as seen” basis, by 25th September, we would offer 60% rebate of your hire fee against the purchase price of the machine as stated at the beginning of the hire period.
All Collectors have a manufacturer’s warranty supplied by Big Bale Co (south) Ltd. (Warranty terms & conditions provided prior to ordering).
3 year hires are available. A three year hire will fix the hire fee for the entire period, it will save on haulage as the trailer will stay at your premises.
We will travel to you to service the machine, you get to keep the same machine for the duration.
The three year hire is organised through a finance company, where you can arrange your annual payment terms to suit your business, last payment needs to be by 25th August in the 3rd year of hire.
Delivery & collection are charged extra.
Financial penalties will apply if any hire agreement is terminated before conclusion by the hirer.
Operator courses available.
See the Big Bale Co. South Transtacker in action!
Find out more about the Big Bale Hunter. Talk to our sales team today to request a demo, brochure or discuss options.