Patent ID: 6405510
Filing Date: 2002-06-18
Classification: A01F

Abstract:
A bale wrapping implement for being coupled in trailing relationship to a baler, comprising: a main frame having an elongate, fore-and-aft extending first portion having a forward end defined by a coupling adapted for connection to the baler, so as to establish a connection about which said frame may pivot vertically; said frame including a second portion coupled to a rearward location on said first portion for swinging horizontally relative to said first portion; a bale-receiving arrangement mounted to said frame second portion; an acutator arrangement coupled between said first frame first and second portions for selectively swinging said second portion between a bale-receiving position, wherein said bale-receiving arrangement is adapted for receiving and supporting a bale when discharged from the baler, and a bale-wrapping position spaced rearwardly from said first position, wherein said bale-receiving arrangement is adapted for supporting said bale for being wrapped without interfering with the baler; and a support wheel connected to said main frame at a location adjacent said rearward location and serving as a sole support continuously supporting the frame on the ground; and a bale wrapping mechanism being supported on said main frame at a rear location thereof for wrapping said bale supported on said bale-receiving arrangement when said frame second portion is located in said bale-wrapping position.