
The Massey Ferguson 2234 (MF2270 successor) is the industry-standard 3×4 large square baler, producing 900 x 1200 mm (3' x 4') bales up to 3.2 metres long.
This versatile format offers the perfect balance between capacity and handling, making it the most popular choice for professional contractors and commercial straw producers.
Requiring 170/127 Hp/kW for packer or 225/167 Hp/kW with cutter, the MF 2234 delivers excellent throughput with a 6 double-knot knotting system, 870mm flywheel, and compression spring floatation pickup for consistent, dense bales across all crop types.
Available with optional ProCut rotor cutter (26 knives), the MF 2234 handles hay, straw, haylage, silage, and miscanthus.

| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Bale Size (W x H) | 900 x 1,200 mm (3' x 4') |
| Bale Length | 610 - 3,200 mm |
| Flywheel | 870 mm diameter, 130 mm width, 290 kg |
| Drive Protection | Slip clutch, overrun clutch, and shear bolt |
| Tractor Power Req. | Packer: 170 hp (127 kW) | Cutter: 225 hp (167 kW) |
| Pick-up System | 5 tine bars | 80 double tines | 2,250 mm working width |
| Packer System | Fork type, 6 hardened tines |
| Cutter Option | ProCut (26 knives) | Spacing: 43.5 mm or 87 mm |
| Plunger | 47 strokes/min | 740 mm stroke length |
| Tying Mechanism | 6 double-knot knotters |
| Twine Capacity | 30 spools with "Easy-Fill" storage |
| Bale Ejector | 8 teeth in 4 rows | 3 selectable rows |
| Bale Chute | Standard roller chute | Hydraulic folding (cab or rear operated) |
| Axle Options | Single Axle (40 km/h) | Tandem Steering Axle (60 km/h) |
| Tyre Options | Single: 700/50-22.5 | Tandem: 600/50-22.5 (Standard), 620/50R22.5 (Option) |
| Control & Monitoring | ISOBUS 11783 | Fieldstar 5 Touchscreen | BaleCreate Interface |
| Width | 2,990 mm (all tyre options) |
| Height | 2,900 mm (Handrails folded) | 3,300 mm (Handrails raised) |
| Length (Chute Folded) | 8,300 mm |
| Weight (Approx.) | Single (Packer): 9,260 kg | Tandem (Packer): 10,190 kg | (Cutter): 11,260 kg |
| Optional Accessories | ProCut, Bale weighing, Hydraulic jack, K80 hitch & spacer, Rear camera |
* Specifications subject to change. Please confirm all details with your Massey Ferguson dealer prior to purchase.
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The MF 2234 is the industry-standard large square baler widely used across professional farming and contracting operations, including:
Contractors typically pair the 2234 with 180-220 hp tractors for optimal performance and fuel efficiency.
The 2234's 3×4 format (1200 × 900 mm) has become the global standard for commercial baling, offering the perfect balance between capacity and handling.
Its popularity stems from optimal stack-ability - bales fit efficiently on flatbed trucks and in shipping containers while remaining manageable with standard handling equipment.
Contractors favor the 2234 for its versatility across all crop types and conditions.
The MF 2234 maintains exceptional reliability through accessible service points and the standard AutoLube system lubricating 26 knotter points.
You'll need a minimum of 170 hp for standard packer operation, or 225 hp if running the optional ProCut cutter. Most 180-220 hp tractors work well with this baler for optimal performance.
The 2234 produces taller 1200 × 900 mm (3×4) bales, while the 2260 makes shorter 1200 × 700 mm (2×4) bales. Both share the same width and 6-knotter system, but the 2234 requires more power (170 hp vs 160 hp) and offers greater bale capacity.
The 3×4 format offers the perfect balance between capacity and handling. It maximizes field productivity and transport efficiency while remaining manageable with standard equipment. It's become the global industry standard for commercial operations.
Yes, the 2234 handles haylage and wrapped silage effectively. The optional ProCut rotor cutter system offers 0, 13, or 26 knife configurations for excellent chop length control and improved feed quality.
The 2234 XD produces the same bale size but packs up to 20% more material per bale using a heavier flywheel (990mm vs 870mm) and reinforced drivetrain. It requires 200 hp vs 170 hp for the standard 2234.
Standard features include 6 double-knot knotters, AutoLube lubrication (26 points), powerful knotter blower, heavy-duty roller bale chute, Massey Ferguson TIM (Tractor Implement Management) compatibility, electronic bale length control, full LED lighting package, and Fieldstar 5 terminal with BaleCreate software.
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