This can overload the tractor hydraulic system. Avoid lifting bales to a height where the front tractor wheels are barely in contact with the ground. This causes steering and stability problems. At least 30 percent of the front weight of the tractor should remain on the front wheels. It is better to handle bales with rear attachments rather than with the front-end loader.
Rear tires are better suited to carry the extra weight, and there is less chance of side overturns.
This will reduce the stability problems, but make sure the bale loads do not exceed the tire-carrying capacity of either the front or rear tires. If possible, try to operate bale handling devices on fairly level ground. Also, transport bales in the baler to a safer location if the place where the bale is ready for discharge is dangerous. Transport Special low clearance trailers that carry four to 10 bales and load bales directly from the ground are available. These units are preferred for moving bales because they reduce or eliminate problems of overloading the hydraulic system and reduce potential overturn.