2025 Haybuster® Balebuster 2574

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2025 Haybuster® Balebuster 2574

Processing bales for erosion control just got a lot easier and smoother with the introduction of the Model 2574 blower-type processor.

The newly designed belt drive system drives the fan and rotor, making it a smooth, quiet operation.

The 2574 has the capability to blow mulch up to 100 feet into those hard to reach areas. With a variety of spout options, we can offer the machine that fits your needs.

Features may include:

4-Groove Belt Drive System

1000 RPM PTO drive through a set of 4-groove belts that drive the fan and rotor. With belts, the 2574 becomes more durable and smoother with less maintenance time.

Blower/Fan

The fan in the blower has replaceable fins and shafts that can be replaced without removing the blower from the machine. The 2574 has three spout options which do the jobs of cattle feeding and bedding, and also erosion control.

Bale Chamber

Complete with the 3-chain slat conveyor that has been an exclusive feature with Haybuster for many years, the 2574 is now available with 1.25” drive shafts, bearings and heavy-duty chain. The chamber is taller to accommodate today’s bigger bales. Nine slugbars hold the bale at bay from the rotor and are easily adjustable to get the end product you need.

Centering Hitch

Versatile hitch that positions machine directly behind tractor for transport and loading on trailer.

3-Foot, 80-Degree Curved & Enclosed

This spout can be rotated 260 degrees with the in-cab joystick control which can easily allow you to position the desired amount of product anywhere you want. It also has an attachment that will allow you to direct your material and blow through a 10” hose.

Two-Stage Bale Loader

Haybuster’s single-cylinder two-stage loader makes it simple to load a bale into the chamber. A second bale can also be carried on the loader to expedite the job.

Rotor/Auger/Screen

Accessible through a large access door for twine removal and maintenance. Product flows directly from auger into the blower. Many different size screens are available to fit the job. The rotor has 2” drive shafts and still comes with 30 flails for increased performance.

Straw Cannon

The straw cannon will shoot straw mulch up to 100 feet. It works well for slopes and those hard to reach areas that are not easily accessible.

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Highlights

  • Glasgow, Kentucky
  • 2025
  • Haybuster®
  • Balebuster 2574
  • Available
  • Working (With 1 Bale, Loader Fully Raised.): 10 ft 9 in (3.26 m) | (With 2 Bales, Loader in Bale Transport): 10 ft 9 in (3.26 m)

Specifications

  • 2025
  • Haybuster®
  • Balebuster
  • 2574
  • General
  • 125 hp to 150 hp
  • 1,000 RPM, PTO Shaft with shear bolt protection
  • Hydraulic Orbital Motor, Hydraulic Flow Control Valve
  • Bearing Type: Tapered Roller
  • Min. Tractor Output: 8 gpm @ 1500 psi (30.3 m @ 10,345 kpa).
  • Tractor Controls: 2 Double-Acting Control Valves with Quick Coupler Outlets
  • Towing Arrangement: Clevis Type Hitch, Height Adjustable
  • Road: equipment
  • Transfer Auger Dia.: 12 in (30.48 cm) | Size: 44 in dia (112 m)
  • w/ Hwy tires: 8 ft 6 in (2.59 m) | w/ Flot. Tires: 8 ft 9 in (2.67 m) | Adjustable Hydraulic Cylinder: 4 in x 24 in (10.16 cm x 60.96 cm ), Double-Acting
  • 16 ft 6 in (5.03 m)
  • 10 ft 9 in (3.26 m)
  • (With 1 Bale, Loader Fully Raised.): 10 ft 3 in (3.12 m) | (With 2 Bales, Loader in Bale Transport): 10 ft 3 in (3.12 m)
  • Working (With 1 Bale, Loader Fully Raised.): 16 ft 6 in (5.03 m) | (With 2 Bales, Loader in Bale Transport): 22 ft 7in (6.88 m)
  • Working (With 1 Bale, Loader Fully Raised.): 10 ft 9 in (3.26 m) | (With 2 Bales, Loader in Bale Transport): 10 ft 9 in (3.26 m)
  • Max. Size: 6 ft long x 6-1/2 ft dia (1.68 m x 1.98 m)
  • 78 in. (1.98 m) | (Flails extended): 25 in (63.5 cm)
  • Bearing: 2" (5.08 cm)
  • Jack: 7,000 lbs (2,273 kg) rating - 15" lift
  • Total: 6,620 lbs (3,002.78 kgs) | Max. Bale each: 2,200 lbs (1,000 kg)
  • SMV Sign: equipment | Tractor: Must be of equal or greater weight than that of a 2574 with 2 bales | Protection: Hinged Break-Away, Sheer Bolt Protected | Outlet: 3 ft. Curved Spout has an Adjustable Deflector | Horizontal: Spout Rotates 360 degrees by Hydraulic Cylinder | Vertical: Fan Housing Rotated by Hydraulic Cylinder | Number of paddles: 6(AR 400 Steel) | Re-Cutter Screen Type: Helical-Slotted, Round (5 Sizes) | Number of Slug Bars: 9 | Slug Bar Height: Single Point Adjustment with 9 Settings
  • Bale Speed: Adjustable Hydraulic Flow Control Valve
  • 3 Roller Chains with Bolt-On Cross Slats | Hydraulic with 2 Stage Twin Boom Arms | Tines: Tubular Steel with 10° Float, 4 Position Width Adjustable
  • 40
  • Heavy Duty, Hardened Spring Steele, Swinging