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How many pounds does a 4 ft by 4 ft bale of hay weigh?
The weight of a hay bale can vary widely depending on what type of crop was baled, what type of bale you are referring to and how heavy the baler operator wanted to make the bales. The lightest bales you will find are composed of straw. Straw bales are typically lighter than a hay bale, no matter how tightly packed they are, because there is very little moisture to add to the weight of that bale. Grass-hay-only bales are a little heavier, but grass-legume-mix bales are even heavier. The heaviest bales tend to be those that are comprised of only legume-hay. However, hay aside, silage bales (or baleage) are the heaviest, no matter what type they are: small square, large square or large round. Small square bales made up of grass-hay like timothy may weigh only around 60 to 75 lbs, whereas one made up of alfalfa that is clean and nicely compacted can weigh upwards of 130 lbs. Large square bales can weigh around 1000 to 1800 lbs (again, depending on the fodder), and large round bales (those that are 4 ft. by 4 ft. or 5 ft. by 6 ft.) can weigh around a ton (2000 to 2200 lbs).
How may bales of hay would fit in a tractor trailer 53'L x 7.5'w x 9'height?
Approximately 300-350 bales of hay could fit in a tractor trailer of those dimensions, assuming each bale is around 3'x3'x4'. This estimate may vary depending on the exact size and shape of the bales.
How many bales of hay will fit on a 8x30 foot trailer?
This depends on a few factors: Forage quality, forage biomass in terms of lbs/acre, forage content, hayfield/pasture conditions, and the size/weight of the round bale. Some areas can get get 3 bales per acre, especially if the bales are packed light and small, whereas others may only get 2 or 3 acres per bale.
How big is a 100 lb bale of hay?
How much land to produce 100 bales of hay, or how much land to store 100 bales, are you asking? For the former, see the related question posted below. For the latter, depending on how you stack them, you only need an area of around 200 square meters. Even that may be too much for just 100 round bales.
How much does it cost to produce one bale of hay?
This depends on the size of the bale, whether it's a small square bale or a large round bale. A cow will eat 2.5% to 4% of her body weight per day. For a 1000 lb cow, that's 25 lbs to 40 lbs per day respectively, dry or lactating, respectively (lactating cows tend to eat 50% more than if they were dry). For a 1800 lb cow, that's 45 lbs dry to 72 lbs lactating per day, respectively.One small square bale of hay weighing around 75 lbs will feed one 1800 lb lactating cow per day, not counting wastage percentage. A dry 1800 lb cow will eat that bale up in around 1.8 days. That same small square bale will feed a dry 1000 lb cow around 3 days, and when she's lactating and suckling a calf, around 2 days.A large round bale of hay weighing 2200 lbs (one ton) will feed a lactating 1800 lb cow for 30 days. When she's dry, the bale will last her for less than 50 days. As for the 1000 lb lactating momma, that 2200 lb bale will last her for 55 days. When she's dry, she will be on it for 88 days.So translating that on a bale-per-day basis, here's the results, assuming no waste:1800 lb cow, lactating, fed small 75 lb square bale: 0.96 bales/day1800 lb cow, dry, fed small 75 lb square bale: 0.6 bales/day1000 lb cow, lactating, fed small 75 lb square bale: 0.5 bales/day1000 lb cow, dry, fed small 75 lb square bale: 0.333 bales/day1800 lb cow, lactating, fed large 2200 lb round bale: 0.033 bales/day1800 lb cow, dry, fed large 2200 lb round bale: 0.02 bales/day1000 lb cow, lactating, fed large 2200 lb round bale: 0.018 bales/day1000 lb cow, dry, fed large 2200 lb round bale: 0.011 bales/day
What do you call a stack of straw?
A pile of hay may be called a :haystackhaymowhayrickhaycockhay-pilehay stookhay bale
What is the dimensions of a round bale of hay?
The fixed dimensions of the most common "small square" bale are 14" by 18". The variable dimension is settable at 12" to 52" on many small square balers. A bale length of 36" is fairly common because 18" is half that and bales can be interleaved when stacked to make the stack more stable. Some more expensive small square balers produce bales with fixed dimensions of 16" by 18" and usually a variable dimension of 12" to 52". These larger small square bales are less common. A 14"x18"x36" bale typically weights 60 to 70 lbs. Weight depends upon forage type, baler and moisture content. Ideal moisture content for baling small square bales is 15% to 18%. Baling small square bales when hay has a moisture content above 20% can result in more fungus growth and a potential for spontaneous combustion fires. When hay is baled moist two bales should be tipped and leaned against each other to form an A-frame so that their surface is exposed to the air to dry. This can be done in the field on dry days or under cover if the reason you are baling moist is weather. Smaller bales hold together better, dry quicker when left with air space around them and are easier for youth and women to lift. A bale size of 14"x18"x22" will weigh about 37 to 43 lbs. This is a safer bale weight for many people to handle - less chance of an injured back. A bale of this size is about 2 days of feed for cattle at 20 lbs per day. Horses typically eat about 22 lbs of hay a day so a bale size of 14"x18"x24" might work better with horses. A bale size of 14"x18"x36" is about 3 days worth of horse feed. Macho bales - 48" to 52" - tend to come loose and are definitely difficult for some folks to handle though hefting them gracefully may impress a lady.
What is the name of the machine used to bale hay?
They may be known as balers, hay balers, round balers, kick balers, square balers, and probably by other names. Please see the link.
How much is the Cost of a bail of hay?
The cost of a bale of hay can vary depending on the type of hay, location, and quality. On average, a bale of hay can range from $5 to $15 per bale. Prices may fluctuate based on market conditions and seasonal factors.
What is the advantage of a small 2 wire bale of hay over a 3 wire bail?
3-wire bales can weigh up to 150 lbs and being a woman, with not as much upper body strength as a guy, I can't heft those dang things. 2-wire bales are much more do-able as far as moving and stacking, without having to ask my husband to help.
What is the weight of a bale of straw?
There are generally two types of hay bales. With quite different weights. The most common ones that people buy at feed stores or the farmer, and can be moved by one person, are the type you may have "bucked" into the barn for your uncle who had a farm when you were a teenager. They are around 3-4 feet long by 24x18 inches square. These smaller bales are "baled" with 2-3 strands of twine or wire around the long way and can weigh between 60 and 130 pounds, depending on how the bailer was adjusted. The heavier bales will have 3 strands, the lighter ones only have 2 strands. Interestingly, sometimes they are not that different in size (lengthxheightxwidth) as the heaviness can be increased by how compact the "flakes" of hay are pushed together by the baler equipment. The other common type that are a relatively new option, are the really Big bales which weigh 1500 ~ 2000 pounds generally. They can be huge 6 foot "wheels" of hay (they are baled in a round "disc") or the equally large rectangular bales. These supersized bales require specialized equipment, or at least a fork lift, to move them.
How much is one bale of hay?
Because a bale is ill defined in weight shape and content the value of a bale depends on all of the former plus demand and availablility. A square bale which is actually a rectanglecan weigh in at anywhere from 40 to 90 pounds and may consist of almost anything from straw, grasses to high quality third cutting alfalfa. It could have been cut, mowed, raked, baled and put away at optimum conditions. It might contain mold, weeds or burrs (or the occasional skunk). Hay is very much like a fine wine and its value is similarily treated. A half ton Round of Prarie Hay will be cheaper then Red Clover or alfalfa, but quality brings a premium. The newest baling equipment produces rectangular bales that can weigh a ton each. Hay is sold by the ton in today's marketplace and the price varies greatly. Ask Wiki "What are the dimensions of a bale of hay?" for some more details.
