The Massey Ferguson LB 2244 (successor to MF 2290) is a high-capacity 4×4 large square baler producing 1200 × 1300 mm (47" × 51") bales up to 3.2 metres long.
This heavyweight format delivers maximum bale capacity for large-scale dry crop operations, significantly reducing the number of bales per field and cutting handling and transport time.
Requiring 200 hp for packer, the LB 2244 features the advanced OptiForm bale chamber for optimal bale shape and density, a heavy-duty 870mm flywheel (290 kg), 6 double-knot knotting system, and Fieldstar 5 terminal with BaleCreate software.
Designed specifically for hay, straw, and miscanthus, the LB 2244 is the ultimate choice for high-output arable and biomass operations.
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Bale Size | 1,200 x 1,300 mm (4' 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: 200 hp (149 kW) |
| Pick-up System | 5 tine bars | 80 double tines | 2,250 mm working width |
| Packer System | Fork type, 6 hardened tines |
| Cutter Option | N/A - Packer only |
| Plunger | 33 strokes/min | 820 mm stroke length |
| Tying Mechanism | 6 double-knot knotters |
| Twine Capacity | 30 spools with "Easy-Fill" storage |
| Bale Ejector | 10 teeth in 5 rows | 4 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: 700/50-26.5 | 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 | 3,370 mm (Handrails folded) | 3,620 mm (Handrails raised) |
| Length (Chute Folded) | 8,820 mm |
| Weight (Approx.) | Single (Packer): 10,680 kg | Tandem (Packer): 11,400 kg |
| Optional Accessories | Bale weighing kit, 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 LB 2244 is a high-capacity large square baler built for maximum output on large-scale dry crop operations, including:
The LB 2244's 4×4 format (1200 × 1300 mm) produces the largest bales in the Massey Ferguson range, significantly reducing the number of bales per hectare and cutting handling, stacking, and transport time.
Its OptiForm bale chamber with 17% longer doors and double-acting density rams ensures consistently shaped, high-density bales even at maximum throughput, while the longer 820mm plunger stroke delivers powerful compression.
Large-scale arable contractors particularly value the LB 2244 for its ability to clear fields quickly during tight harvest windows, with fewer bales to collect, stack, and move.
The LB 2244 combines high-capacity output with straightforward maintenance, featuring accessible service points throughout and the AutoLube system delivering automatic lubrication to the 6-knotter assembly.
The LB 2244 requires a minimum of 200 hp. Given the machine's size and output, tractors in the 200-250 hp range are best suited to maintain optimal performance and efficiency.
The OptiForm chamber is fitted to the LB 2244 and LB 2234 XD models. It features 17% longer doors with a refined profile that improves compression and ensures consistent density throughout the bale.
Double-acting density rams apply pressure to both side and top doors simultaneously for optimal bale shape.
The LB 2244 produces much larger 1200 × 1300 mm (4×4) bales compared to the LB 2234's 900 x 1200 mm (3×4) bales.
This means significantly fewer bales per field, allowing for faster field clearance, reduced labour and transport costs.
The 4×4 format maximises bale capacity, meaning fewer bales per hectare. This reduces handling time, speeds up field clearance, and cuts transport costs.
It's ideal for large-scale operations where efficiency and throughput are priorities.
The larger 1200 × 1300 mm bales require appropriately rated handling equipment. Ensure your loader, telehandler, or bale grab is rated for the weight - LB 2244 bales can easily exceed 500 kg depending on crop type and density settings.
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