Key Features
Two-Stage Bale Loader
The Haybuster 2574 features a hydraulic two-stage loader that doubles productivity and minimizes downtime between bales, allowing operators to maintain a steady workflow with the fewest trips possible.
Heavy-Duty Rotor with Adjustable Slug Bars
The heart of the 2574 is its 78-inch rotor equipped with 40 heavy-duty flails made from heat-treated spring steel. These swinging flails deliver a consistent cut for a variety of bale types, whether dry hay, straw, or silage. The adjustable slug bars allow operators to easily control cutting intensity, giving you the flexibility to adjust your product size on the go for livestock feed or erosion control mulch.
Precision Blower and Deflector System
Equipped with a powerful blower fan lined with AR 400 steel, the 2574 can spread straw and other processed materials through a customizable curved blower and spout. The six-position deflector shield adjusts vertically across a 120-degree range, making precision material placement easier than ever. Whether you’re feeding livestock or evenly distributing bedding, it's built to minimize waste and maximum coverage.
Durable Chain Table Design
The 2574’s chain table, built with three roller chains and bolt-on cross slats, rotates the bale smoothly into the rotor. This design helps to guarantee continuous material flow, reduced jamming, and delivers a consistent smooth output. Need an overhaul? Its open design makes service smooth and straightforward with improved access to wear parts.
A Built To Last Design
Built with 7-gauge steel on a high strength fully steel frame, the Haybuster 2574 is built to handle oversized wet bales and tough jobs with ease. Its semi-mounted clevis hitch, tapered roller bearings, and optional tandem axles offer stability and a low center of gravity to tackle rugged terrain and give you performance where you need it.
Specifications
| Feature | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Total Weight | 5,025 lbs. |
| Max Bale Size | 6 ft. x 6.5 ft. (Round Bales) |
| Rotor Length | 78 in. |
| Number of Flails | 40 |
| Blower Horizontal Spread | Up to 100 ft. |
| PTO Horsepower Required | 65 HP |
| Hydraulic Requirements | 8 gpm @ 1,800 psi |
Available Options
- Straw Cannon: Add on the straw cannon kit for 100' of reach into buildings and waterway, making it ideal for erosion control and large-scale bedding applications.
- 10-Inch Hose Attachment: For targeted mulch or bedding placement in hard-to-reach areas, the hose attachment ensures gives you even greater precision when working with fine material.
- Hydraulic Slug Bar Adjustment: Adjust slug bars hydraulically to fine-tune your chopping size for specific feeding or erosion control needs, making it easier to work with a variety of materials on a daily basis.
- Containment Kit: Upgrade the processing chamber to keep loose hay and corn stakes inside the shredding chamber until fully processed.
- Tandem Axle: Enhance stability during transport and towing, particularly when handling heavy bales or operating in extreme slopes.
Applications
- Livestock Feeding: Process bales into fine, consistent material for improved feed efficiency, palatability, and reduced hay waste.
- Bedding Distribution: Spread straw evenly in barns, corrals, or stalls to improve livestock comfort and maintain a clean, healthy environment.
- Erosion Control: Efficiently process hay or straw into uniform mulch, which can be spread over large areas to stabilize soil, protect seeds, and prevent erosion on construction sites, roadways, or pastures.
Why Choose Haybuster?
Since the 1960s, Haybuster has been a pioneer in bale processing equipment. Built in North Dakota, Haybuster equipment is built to with a dedication to durability, performance, and simplicity. The company’s philosophy—“Build Strong, Build Simple”—focuses on creating equipment that is easy to operate, service, and maintain, giving owners the ability to keep running without needing specialized technicians or hard to find parts. Over the decades, their commitment to quality has made their bale processors, rock pickers, drills, and feed wagons a staple on thousands of farms and ranches worldwide.
A Proven Solution for Efficient Bale Processing
The Haybuster 2574 Bale Processor delivers unmatched performance, durability, and flexibility for feeding, bedding, and erosion control with a modern design. Its two-stage bale loader, heavy-duty rotor, precision blower, and tough overall construction make it a great upgrade for farmers and ranchers looking to maximize efficiency while staying productive in challenging conditions. Backed by decades of proven engineering, the 2574 is built to handle the toughest jobs with ease.
Ready to see how the Haybuster 2574 can transform your operation? Contact us at Keast Enterprises today to schedule a demo, get a quote for nationwide delivery, or to just chat with an expert. With 50 years of experience, we’re here to help you get the job done right from the first acre to the last. Explore our full inventory of Haybuster equipment here at KeastEnterprises.com.