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Extreme versatility and flexibility

Based on the premium KUHN VB 3100 Series, the KUHN VBP 3100 Series variable chamber BalePacks are our versatility experts. With their unique bale chamber design they provide the best results in a very broad range of crops.

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Two technologies from KUHN are combined to create the VBP 3100 Series variable BalePack. These baler-wrapper combinations begin with a standard VB 3165 or 3195 variable chamber baler with an OPTICUT INTEGRAL ROTOR, merged with an innovative wrapping system.

The KUHN VBP 3100 Series are designed to work in a very broad range of crops. Fast and reliable bale transfer, combined with a high-speed, twin-satellite wrapping unit equipped with 3D wrapping and INTELLIWRAP, gives the KUHN VBP the possibility to optimise the wrapping for each crop condition therefore offering maximal flexibility. Perfectly shaped and dense bales are produced by the PROGRESSIVE DENSITY bale chamber.

Operator comfort and maximum control are guaranteed using the PROCESS VIEW user interface on the ISOBUS controller.

VBP 3165 baler wrapper combination at work

Optimal crop intake to meet your capacity needs

A wide cam-steered 230 cm wide pick-up with standard crop roller.

Optimal crop pick-up

The cam steered pick-up on the FBP 3135 maximises the full capacity of the machine. With a working width of 230 cm, the machine is capable of working in all swaths and will not let you down, even in the toughest conditions. Straight pick-up tines help release the crop and reduce crop wrapping. Camless-shaped crop guides result in a more aggressive and efficient pick-up. A cam track pulls the tines straight down in the rearward position to avoid wrapping, making this the only hybrid pick-up on the market today. As Standard, the pick-up features a pendulum frame and optional pivoting pick-up wheels to allow the pick-up to adapt to changing field conditions.

Choose one of our INTEGRAL ROTORS: the 14- knife or 23-knife OPTICUT cutting rotor.

INTEGRAL ROTOR Technology

The entire VBP range is equipped with our INTEGRAL ROTOR Technology. This
simple, maintenance-free intake system guarantees an enormous throughput capacity at
all times. The short distance between the rotor and pick-up tines maintains consistent crop
flow. The design of this force-fed intake makes higher forward speeds possible for
increased productivity and reduces crop damage.

The INTEGRAL ROTOR is provided with rotor tines made out of HARDOX® wear plates. HARDOX combines extreme hardness and toughness to reduce rotor tine wear. Longer wearing life of the rotor tines will help to provide time and money savings for the operator.

The short distance between rotor and pick-up tines maintains consistent crop flow.

OPTICUT Rotors

KUHN OPTICUT (OC) cutting rotors are designed for unlimited intake capacity and excellent cutting quality. OC cutting rotors, with elliptical-shaped rotor tines, are acknowledged by users as one of the best cutting systems on the market. The silage is guided and drawn down to the knives from an early stage which improves flow and cutting performance and also prevents unwanted blockages.

OPTICUT 14
The INTEGRAL ROTOR, with the 14-knife OPTICUT system, is designed to even out the swath and force-feed the crop into the baler for maximum throughput. The 14-knife OPTICUT cutting system provides a theoretical cutting length of 70 mm. Each single knife is spring-protected against damage from foreign objects. With GROUP SELECTION, the operator can choose to have 0, 4, 7, 7, or 14 knives in operation.

OPTICUT 23
The INTEGRAL ROTOR with the 23-knife OPTICUT system has the benefits of intensive cutting and mechanical protection. The 23-knife OPTICUT system provides a theoretical cutting length of 45 mm. Each single knife is spring-protected against damage from foreign objects. With GROUP SELECTION, the operator can choose to have 0, 7, 11, 12, or 23 knives in operation.

GROUP SELECTION enables easy knife changing and improved driver comfort.

OC cutting rotors, with patented elliptical-shaped rotor tines

DROPFLOOR & Rotor disengagement

The floor and knives can be hydraulically lowered from the tractor cab in the case of a rotor blockage. After the blockage is cleared, they can easily be brought back into work position.
In extreme circumstances, double security is provided by a standard rotor disengagement
clutch. Both the rotor disengagement and DROPFLOOR technology ensures a fast clearance in case of a blockage and enables you to quickly continue your baling operation."

Both the rotor disengagement and DROPFLOOR technology ensures a fast clearance in case of a blockage

Fully automatic rotor deblock system

The baler's overload protection clutch activates whenever the baler's intake gets obstructed by the amount of crop being fed in. The DROPFLOOR automatically lowers and the knives are retracted. The operator is informed about the ongoing process via the terminal. After the PTO is re-engaged, the rotor restarts and the crop is guided unobstructed into the bale chamber, the DROPFLOOR and knives automatically return to their position.

An overview of positions of the knives and dropfloor during Auto-deblock

Consistent, firm round bales

Progressive density increases belt tension as the bale grows

PROGRESSIVE DENSITY – The KUHN Solution

The PROGRESSIVE DENSITY system has proven its value on all KUHN VB(P) balers. The system increases tension as the bale grows, providing a firm bale with a tough outer shell.
How does it work?
As the bale grows within the bale chamber, the belt tensioning arm is subjected to steadily increasing resistance from two hydraulic cylinders and a spring tensioner. So as the diameter increases, the bale’s density does too. The result is a very firm bale with a moderate core – not too soft, not too hard. With a tougher outer layer, straw bales will be more tolerant to bad weather conditions, while silage bales will maintain their shape for improved stacking and easier handling.

Fast, perfect bale formation

The 5 belt, 3 roller design of the VBP 3100 Series bale chamber ensures fast, consistent bale formation whatever the intake system. The aggressive profile of the top chamber roller improves crop contact and reduces crop loss. The front segment of the baler is fitted with a large smooth roller and driven cleaning roller that prevents crop build up at the front of the machine. The unique mix of the KUHN PROGRESSIVE DENSITY system and smart bale chamber design guarantees perfect bale formation every time.
A BEKA-MAX continuous chain oiling system allows individual adjustment of the amount of oil on each chain. The sturdy and wide oil brushes on the chains ensure perfect lubrication.

5 Belt and 3 roller of the VBP 3100 Series bale chamber ensures fast, consistent bale formation.

Fast and reliable bale transfer

To minimize idle time and maximize output, a rapid bale transfer is required. The side guide protection plates ensure a rapid and secure bale transfer even when working in steep or sloping fields. The 4-belt wrapping table with 2 large rollers and 4 side cones provide maximum bale traction, even bale rotation and proper film overlap, regardless of the bale shape. The improved 'twin loading fork' system offers a faster bale transfer of up to 30%.

Excellent wrapping & binding

Active stretch technology ensures a firm bale shape with constant net tension.

Excellent net spreading

The net binder with active stretch technology ensures a firm bale shape maintaining a constant net tension throughout the entire binding cycle. The net is fed into the front of the bale chamber to ensure it is taken by the bale immediately. The net roll can be loaded from the side of the machine and pushed into place via a roller for operator ease.

KUHN’s innovative design maintains constant net tension during the binding process. The net wrap system runs at a lower speed than the bale’s rotational speed to be able to consistently stretch the net up to 10% without breaking it. The pre-stretched net results in a bale that will hold its density. The net binding system spreads the net to the corners of the bale to prevent air pockets once the bale is wrapped, which will preserve the forage quality for longer.

INTELLIWRAP System

KUHN has been a pioneer in baling and wrapping technology for many years. One of the results of this visionary approach is a revolutionary wrapping technique called INTELLIWRAP. This technology uses sophisticated electronics and hydraulics to monitor the wrapping process and continuously control the film overlap, allowing complete flexibility.

For the best conservation and fermentation of your valuable crop, wrapping the bale is crucial in this process. Depending on personal preferences, crop conditions and the storage periods, the amount of film layers (4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9...) can easily be adjusted.

INTELLIWRAP monitors the wrapping process and continuously control the film overlap

3D wrapping

KUHN’s 3D wrapping is an intelligent and innovative way of applying stretch film to round bales. It distributes the total film quantity more uniformly and efficiently across the entire surface of the bale. 3D wrapping will first apply the film where it is most needed: the vulnerable bale shoulders. The cylindrical wrap ensures that more air is excluded and that the bale retains its shape, even after long storage periods.

Use of both INTELLIWRAP and 3D wrapping provides well-shaped, tightly sealed bales that will maintain silage quality over long storage periods.

The cylindrical wrap ensures that more air is excluded and that the bale retains its shape.

Twine binding

When using the double twine binding system, the binding cycle time is reduced to a minimum. In the twine binding cycle, both of the twines start at the bale edge and overlap before moving to the centre of the bale. In the centre of the bale, they overlap again. This ensures the twines are fixed and that there are no loose ends.
When required, the VBP can be equipped with a combination of twine and net binding.

Equipment

Productivity at Your Fingertips: the user interfaces are the key to achieving the productivity you expect from your KUHN machine. We listened carefully to the users of our machines to develop our new user interfaces and monitors. The objective is to have a clear view of what your machine is doing at any time and to have all important settings at your fingertips. This ensures that you have full control of your machine.

CCI 1200

The CCI 1200 is our state-of-the art ISOBUS terminal. The 12.1” colour touchscreen has a programmable view. For example, you can see both the camera and the machine user interface on the same screen. It offers wide compatibility with CCI Apps and can be your portal to precision farming. The CCI 1200 comes in a storage box so you can stow it away securely when not in use.

CCI 50

All VBP models are fully ISOBUS compatible. This means the intuitive user interface can be displayed on all CCI terminals. The CCI 50 is a full ISOBUS monitor with a 5.6” colour screen. It can be controlled using the touchscreen and/or the soft keys. A selection of CCI Apps can be used on the CCI 50 to utilise your monitor all year round.

PROCESS VIEW informes you about the current status of your work processes within the machine.

PROCESS VIEW user interface

Thanks to the PROCESS VIEW user interface, you are always informed about the current status of your work processes within the machine. The user interface displayed on the ISOBUS terminal allows you to choose which process is executed automatically or manually, and all processes can be paused at any time.

Optimal visibility and safety

The VBP range can be equipped with a KUHN camera system to provide optimal visibility and safety around the machine. The kit consists of a separate monitor and a camera or a camera which can be connected to the CCI 1200 terminal.