
LW12 Series In-Line Bale Wrapper
- John Deere
- Hay & Forage
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Key Features & Specs
- Bale push is integrated into machine
- Wrapping cycle shuts down when out of film
- 120 bales per hour
- Central control box operates all hydraulic functions
- Wrapping Capacity 120 bales / hr
- Bale Capacity 5 ft. 6 in. (1.7 m) round; 3 x 3 x 5 ft. 6 in. (.9 x .9 x 1.7 m) square
- Power 13 hp (9.7 kW)

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Adjustable tongue (hitch) folds out of way for easy repositioning of unit
Adjustable tongue (hitch)
The adjustable tongue (hitch) folds neatly out of the way for wrapping. It is located at the opposite end of where the bales are wrapped.
The adjustable tongue makes moving and repositioning the machine a quick and easy task, saving time and money.
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Bale push is integrated into machine
Optional bale push-off arm
Operator needs to extend arm
The bale push moves the bale to the back of the bale wrapper. From this point, the operator can utilize the optional bale push-off arm to finish the process. The operator moves a lever to extend the arm, and the arm pushes the bale off onto the ground.
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Options available to increase productivity and uptime
14.9-kW (20-hp) Honda® engine
A larger horsepower engine with a high-flow pump provides increased capacity to complete the job faster.
NOTE: LW Series In-Line Bale Wrappers come standard with a 9.7-kW (13-hp) Honda engine.Single- and dual-power drive
Optional single-power drive
Optional single- or dual-power drives allow the operator to maneuver the unit without attaching it to a tractor. The single-power drive has one rear tire, while the dual-power drive has two rear tires, to provide traction for the unit. These features are great for wet or uneven ground conditions where traction is limited.
Steering remote control
Remotely stops and starts the unit
This remote control allows the operator to steer, start, and stop the machine without using the control panel on the machine.
Twin wrap kit
Twin wrap kit
This kit provides a double layer of wrap, increasing the amount of wrap applied to bales.
Work lights
Lights allow operators to work longer hours
For early morning or late-night work, choose between two optional work lights: light-emitting diode (LED) and halogen.
Guide rollers
Optional guide rollers
Optional guide rollers help keep the bales on the bale ramp in uneven terrain.
Power jack
Power jack
The optional power jack hydraulically raises the bale ramp to a level position to eliminate air pockets between bales when starting a row. The bale ramp is lowered after three bales have been wrapped.
Honda is a trademark of Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
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Film wrap sensor shuts down wrapping cycle when out of film
Sensor comprised of silver rod and limit switch
The film wrap sensor automatically shuts down the wrapping cycle when the machine runs out of film or breaks.
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Traction implement tires great on wet and uneven terrain
Assist in difficult field conditions
Traction implement tires make the in-line wrappers sure-footed on wet and uneven terrain to help get the machine where it needs to be for wrapping bales.
The LW11 Series comes standard with the traction implement tires, and they are available on the LW12 Series only when ordered with single- or dual-power drive.
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Control box and levers are control center of machine
Multipurpose control center
The control box and levers are the control center of the in-line bale wrappers.
Some of the uses include turning the unit on and off, and controlling the bale ramp and bale push.
Bale capacity
Square bale size | 0.9x0.9x.1.7 m 3x3x5.5 ft |
Round bale diameter | 1.7 m 5.5 ft |
Controls
Lift mechanism | Optional hydraulic power jack |
Steering | Hydraulic with optional remote control |
Folding tail gate | Hydraulic |
Compacting brakes | Hydraulic adjustable pressure valve |
Type | Electric over hydraulic 12 V |
Power drive | Optional: hydraulic single or dual wheel |
Hydraulic system | Self-contained |
Dimensions
Overall machine shipping length | 5 m 16.4 ft |
Overall machine width | 2.7 m 9 ft |
Overall machine length | 7.7 m 25.4 ft |
Overall machine height | 2.7 m 9 ft |
Final bale push off
Bale pusher | Self-contained scissor linkage |
Unloading | Manual cross tube |
Hitch
Length | Adjustable |
Type | Folding |
Lighting, marking and safety
Safety tow chain | Standard |
Jack | Standard |
Markings | SMV and reflectors |
Transport safety lights | Standard |
Power
Engine size | 9.7 kW 13 hp |
Start type | Electric |
Engine type | Honda |
Alternator size, amp | 18 amp |
Set-up time
Labor hours | 1 |
Tires
Size (front) | 11L-15 Implement |
Quantity | Four (two front, two rear) |
Size (rear) | 11L-15 Implement |
Warranty
Machine | 1 year |
Weight
Towing unit minimum weight | 1,587.6 kg 3,500 lb |
Weight | 2,381.4 kg 5,250 lb |
Wrapping
Wrapping capacity | 120 bales per hour |
Bale alignment | Adjustable bale guides |
Cycle time | Adjustable with limit switches |
Bale guide rollers | Optional |
Film tensioners | Two aluminum rollers: 76.2 cm 30 in. with stretch: 55 percent |
Hoop speed | Adjustable flow control valve |
