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Massey Ferguson 2234 Baler

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.

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MF 2234 Key Highlights

  • Produces 1200 × 900 mm (3' x 4') bales up to 3.2 m long
  • Industry-standard 3×4 format - most popular commercial size
  • Requires 170/127 packer, 225/167 Hp/kW with cutter
  • 6 double-knot knotters with automatic lubrication system
  • 870mm flywheel (290 kg) for consistent bale density
  • Built on 45+ years of proven Hesston baler technology
  • Compression spring floatation pickup with 2250mm working width
  • Pre-compression chamber ensures full flake loading
  • Powerful knotter blower with hydraulic drive as standard
  • ProCut rotor cutter option with 0, 13, or 26 knife configurations
  • 47 strokes per minute plunger speed for high output
  • ISOBUS 11783 compatible with Fieldstar 5 terminal
  • Full LED lighting package as standard
  • Available as single or tandem axle
  • 30-spool twine capacity with Easy-Fill
  • Versatile applications: hay, straw, haylage, silage, and miscanthus
  • Excellent stackability and transport efficiency
  • Perfect balance of capacity and manageability
  • TIM- Tractor Implement Management

Massey Ferguson 2234 Specifications

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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MF 2234 Typical Applications

The MF 2234 is the industry-standard large square baler widely used across professional farming and contracting operations, including:

  • Large-scale commercial hay and straw production
  • Professional contracting services for mixed farming operations
  • Export hay production with optimal transport efficiency
  • Haylage and wrapped silage for dairy and beef operations
  • Miscanthus and biomass collection for energy production

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.

MF 2234 Servicing and Maintenance

The MF 2234 maintains exceptional reliability through accessible service points and the standard AutoLube system lubricating 26 knotter points.

Daily

Check twine supply; lubricate knotter clutch, needle actuating rod, PTO components, stuffer clutch and sprocket

Every 40 Hours

Inspect and tension chains; check gearbox oil level; fill AutoLube reservoirs; inspect tines and wheel nuts

Every 100 Hours

Lubricate cutter clutch, knotter and stuffer cam bearings, knotter center support and suspension

Every 250 Hours

Lubricate flywheel bearings; inspect knotter and stuffer brake friction discs; replace gearbox oil filter

MF 2234 FAQ

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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Massey Ferguson LB 2234 Balers For Sale

New & Used Balers in Stock

Sale price includes delivery to UK mainland
ALL PRICES EXCLUDE VAT
MF LB 2234 TP.2

MF 2234 TP – MY24

£129,750 + VAT
Stock Number: 11002043
Year: New/2024 build

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