NH 273 Baler - speed?

dhermesc

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Is a 273 any faster (higher capacity) than a 268?

Looking at one the owner says he uses both sisal and plastic twine in depending on who the hay is going to. Does that indicate the knotters are in good shape that they can switch between the two with no adjustments?
 
I'm 99% certain there is no speed advantage between the 268 and 273. In fact, though newer, I don't think they have a speed advantage over the New Holland 68 - just more modern construction, i.e. no wood slides on the plunger.

Not sure twine type is an indicator of knotter condition. Could be a newer bill hook that is both plastic or twine capable.

Bottom line is - if the baler is in good shape (vs age) and ties a good tight square bale, you'll like the 273. It is IMHO one of the great balers NH made.

Good luck,
Bill
 
What years were they produced? I looked at a few on Tractor Warehouse and they had them dated up through the 1980s (doubtful).
 
Not sure the years - but if you go to New Hollands parts site, they list the years for each baler as you drill into the models.
 
(quoted from post at 07:06:20 08/04/16) Is a 273 any faster (higher capacity) than a 268?

Looking at one the owner says he uses both sisal and plastic twine in depending on who the hay is going to. Does that indicate the knotters are in good shape that they can switch between the two with no adjustments?
We had this baler on the family farm and it is only a moderate capacity baler. Even with a sharp knife it could never be pushed very hard..but it ran for many many years...over 40.
 
I think most any baler can use sisal or plastic. I've been told you should stick with one or the other because they wear in the bills differently. I have a 273. Seen better days but still works well. Should run at 65 stroke per min and rake a good thick windrow. They need to be stuffed.
 

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