Bale Wrapper Combinations
The new RV1601 Balepack uses a fully integrated twin-arm wrapper mounted on a tandem axle chassis to take advantage of the variable chamber baleršs high output capability.
Using a variable chamber baler means farmers and contractors can select a range of bale diameters to suit their own applications, extending from 1.0m to 1.6m.
Positive crop feed through the RV1601 BalePack's 2.1m pickup is by Vicon's integral rotor technology. The standard specification Optifeed version uses a highcapacity, large diameter rotor, which has auger flights on each end, to funnel crop towards three rows of feed tines in the central area that are arranged in a helix pattern. This design ensures even the heaviest of swaths can be handled with ease. Integral rotor technology allows the standard Optifeed system to be swapped for the optional 14-knife or fine chop 23-knife Opticut crop pre-chopping system.
The wrapper uses a tilting table, which is automatically angled towards the back of the baler to accept the bale as it is ejected from the chamber. Twin loading arms transfer the bale onto the wrapper, and in doing so, prevent the bale from rolling back into the baleršs rear door, even when operating on a downhill slope. Twin satellite arms provide high output wrapping, with the bale positively turned using two large diameter rollers covered with four belts. On completion of wrapping, the bed is tilted to gently discharge the bale.
The RV1601 Balepack can be used in hay and straw, with operators having the option of removing the wrapper from the machine, or simply ejecting the bale straight through. A benefit of this technique includes the ability to carry a completed bale on the wrapper while continuing baling. This allows the operator to eject a pair of bales simultaneously, to simplify bale collection. .
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Key Features:
Progressive Density Plus: 
High Density Bales with a moderate core. Key to the latest generation RV Balers is the development of a progressive density bale formation system for improved bale structure. As the bale grows within the bale chamber, the belt tensioning arm is subject to steadily increasing resistance from 2 hydraulic cylinders and a spring tensioner. So as the bale diameter grows, so does the bales density. The result is a very firm bale with a moderate core, not too soft, or to hard. With a tougher outer shell, straw balers will be more tolerant to poor weather conditions, while silage bales will maintain their shape for improved stacking and easier handling.
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Auto-Form Control System:
The auto form in-cab control system allows the operator to make adjustments to the baler from the comfort and safety of the tractor cab. Using Autoform, the operator can select net or twine tying and adjust the quantity of net or twine applied. Also the total amount of net used is shown on the display. The system also indicates the position of the Opticut knives when fitted and displays the best location of the tractor in relation to the swath to ensure even filling of the bale chamber. It also includes the ability to set the bale diameter and, when equipped with the optional proportional valve, to determine both diameter and density of the bales core and outer layers.
Variable Bale Density:
Variable bale density facilitates optimal distribution and feeding when equipped with the optional proportional valve, the bale density and bale diameter can be fine tuned from the tractor cab to suit the gentle process of haymaking. The AutoForm in can control system allows the operator to determine both diameter and density of the bales core and outer layers.
Optifeed:
The optifeed rotor has triangular feed tines arranged in a helix which provides a fast and even feed of crop into the chamber. The gentle handling of the crop reduces fragmentation of the leaf which means lower harvest losses. The large diameter augers can even convey a tangled crop reliably into the bale chamber.
Integral Technology:
For heavy crops or lumpy matted swaths, Vicons integral auger technology offers a high intake capacity. The large diameter augers, combined with rotor tines arranged in a helix pattern, improve the way dense wet grass or heavy, tangled straw is cleared from the pickup, giving optimal performance in all conditions.
Integral Technology
OptiCut: 
A further option available is Vicons OptiCut crop cutting system that uses 14 or 23 knife chopping rotors. The opticut system ensures that 100% of the crop is as it enters the baler and the hydraulically adjustable knives can be fully retracted or set in an intermediate position. Pre chopping the crop prior to the baling process gives three major advantages:
- The bales can be unrolled and distributed more easily
- Every bale contains up to 15% more material
- In silage bales, quality is improved due to the more rapid fermenting process.
The benefits of increased bale density also make the transport of silage, hay and straw more cost effective and allow considerable savings on net and plastic film costs.
