KUHN VB 3200 Series Variable Chamber Round Balers

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KUHN variable chamber round balers take baling to the next level. The VB 3200 series offers a wide range of models and configuration options to match operator preferences and crop conditions.

VB 3255-3285: Your reliable partner for all baling operations
The VB 3255-3285 round balers stand out in reliability, versatility and ease of use. Their proven performances in a wide variety of crops combined with a simple, yet sophisticated design, make these balers a strong partner for a variety of baling operations.

VB 3260-3290: Built for versatility, optimum performance and profitability
The VB 3260 and VB 3290 are built for optimum performance and profitability in all circumstances. They combine capacity and density with outstanding reliability, ensuring the best possible return on investment for your operation. Balers you can rely on all season long, creating perfect bales of straw or silage and everything in between.

BALE DIMENSIONS


Bale diameter
Bale size – width x diameter
Bale width

VB 3255 (DIRECT FEED/OPTIFEED/OPTICUT)	VB 3260 (OPTIFEED/OPTICUT 14/OPTICUT 23)	VB 3285 (DIRECT FEED/OPTIFEED/OPTICUT)	VB 3290 (OPTIFEED/OPTICUT 14/OPTICUT 23)
31.5″-63″ (80-160 cm)	31.5″-63″ (80-160 cm)	31.5″-73″ (80-185 cm)	31.5″-73″ (80-185 cm)
4’x5′ (1.2m x 1.6m)	4’x5′ (1.2m x 1.6m)	4’x6′ (1.2m x 1.8m)	4’x6′ (1.2m x 1.8m)
47″ (120 cm)	47″ (120 cm)	47″ (120 cm)	47″ (120 cm)

BALE CHAMBER


Bale chamber
Bale chamber idler rollers
Bale pressure
Bale chamber configuration
Teardrop bar for bale chamber
Proportional valve soft core
Belts
Secondary belt drive

VB 3255 (DIRECT FEED/OPTIFEED/OPTICUT)	VB 3260 (OPTIFEED/OPTICUT 14/OPTICUT 23)	VB 3285 (DIRECT FEED/OPTIFEED/OPTICUT)	VB 3290 (OPTIFEED/OPTICUT 14/OPTICUT 23)
1 Starter Roller – 2 Bale Chamber Rollers – 5 Belts	1 Starter Roller – 2 Bale Chamber Rollers – 5 Belts	1 Starter Roller – 2 Bale Chamber Rollers – 5 Belts	1 Starter Roller – 2 Bale Chamber Rollers – 5 Belts
Standard with Heavy Duty Bearings and Seals	Standard with Heavy Duty Bearings and Seals	Standard with Heavy Duty Bearings and Seals	Standard with Heavy Duty Bearings and Seals
Progressive density – 870-2900 psi (60-200 Bar)	Progressive density – 870-2900 psi (60-200 Bar) Progressive Density PLUS – (Optional) 870-3400 psi (60-235 Bar)	Progressive density – 870-2900 psi (60-200 Bar)	Progressive density – 870-2900 psi (60-200 Bar) Progressive Density PLUS – (Optional) 870-3400 psi (60-235 Bar)
Profiled Roller with Scraper in front segment	Driven clean roller in front segment	Profiled Roller with Scraper in front segment	Driven clean roller in front segment
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Electric Pressure Settings in Cab as Standard	Electric Pressure Settings in Cab as Standard	Electric Pressure Settings in Cab as Standard	Electric Pressure Settings in Cab as Standard
Laced (Rough Profile) / Laced / Laced	Standard Endless Belts	Laced (Rough Profile) / Laced / Laced	Standard Endless Belts
	Optional		Optional

INTAKE


Chain lubrication system
Intake system
Number of knives
Drop floor
Minimum cutting length
Knife protection system
Pickup width
Number of pickup tine bars
Pickup gauge wheels
Pickup windguard

VB 3255 (DIRECT FEED/OPTIFEED/OPTICUT)	VB 3260 (OPTIFEED/OPTICUT 14/OPTICUT 23)	VB 3285 (DIRECT FEED/OPTIFEED/OPTICUT)	VB 3290 (OPTIFEED/OPTICUT 14/OPTICUT 23)
Optional (Masterlube automatic chain oiler)	Standard (Beka-Max continuous chain oiler)	Optional (Masterlube automatic chain oiler)	Standard (Beka-Max continuous chain oiler)
Dual Power Feed Rollers / Integral Rotor and contouring pickup / Integral Rotor, contouring pickup, and drop floor	Integral Rotor with Hardox rotor tines and contouring pickup / Integral Rotor with Hardox rotor tines, contouring pickup, and drop floor / Integral Rotor with Hardox rotor tines, contouring pickup, and drop floor	Dual Power Feed Rollers / Integral Rotor and contouring pickup / Integral Rotor, contouring pickup, and drop floor	Integral Rotor with Hardox rotor tines and contouring pickup / Integral Rotor with Hardox rotor tines, contouring pickup, and drop floor / Integral Rotor with Hardox rotor tines, contouring pickup, and drop floor
N/A / N/A / 14	N/A / 14 / 23	N/A / N/A / 14	N/A / 14 / 23
N/A / Optional / Standard	Standard	N/A / Optional / Standard	Standard
N/A / N/A / 2.75 in (70 mm)	N/A / 2.75″ (70 mm) / 1.77″ (45 mm)	N/A / N/A / 2.75 in (70 mm)	N/A / 2.75″ (70 mm) / 1.77″ (45 mm)
N/A / N/A / Individual Spring Protected	N/A / Individual Spring Protected / Individual Spring Protected	N/A / N/A / Individual Spring Protected	N/A / Individual Spring Protected / Individual Spring Protected
82.67″ (210 cm) / 90.55″ (230 cm) / 90.55″ (230 cm)	90.55″ (230 cm)	82.67″ (210 cm) / 90.55″ (230 cm) / 90.55″ (230 cm)	90.55″ (230 cm)
4	5	4	5
Standard Fixed Tool-less	Standard Fixed Tool-less	Standard Fixed Tool-less	Standard Fixed Tool-less
Standard crop roller	Standard crop roller	Standard crop roller	Standard crop roller

MACHINE CHARACTERISTICS


Bale kicker
Bale packaging system
PTO power requirement
PTO type
PTO speed
Overload protection
Drawbar hitch
Tires
Transport width
ISOBUS ready
Road lights and signaling
Required tractor hydraulic connections

VB 3255 (DIRECT FEED/OPTIFEED/OPTICUT)	VB 3260 (OPTIFEED/OPTICUT 14/OPTICUT 23)	VB 3285 (DIRECT FEED/OPTIFEED/OPTICUT)	VB 3290 (OPTIFEED/OPTICUT 14/OPTICUT 23)
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Net wrap system	Net wrap system	Net wrap system	Net wrap system
64 hp (47 kw) / 75 hp (55 kw) / 84 hp (62 kw)	75 hp (55 kw) / 84 hp (62 kw) / 105 hp (77 kw)	64 hp (47 kw) / 75 hp (55 kw) / 84 hp (62 kw)	75 hp (55 kw) / 84 hp (62 kw) / 105 hp (77 kw)
Standard CV PTO (1 3/8″ – 6 spline) with shear bolt / Standard CV PTO (1 3/8″ – 6 spline) with cam clutch, wide angle machine side / Standard CV PTO (1 3/8″ – 6 spline) with cam clutch, wide angle machine side	Standard CV PTO (1 3/8″ – 6 spline) with cam clutch, wide angle machine side	Standard CV PTO (1 3/8″ – 6 spline) with shear bolt / Standard CV PTO (1 3/8″ – 6 spline) with cam clutch, wide angle machine side / Standard CV PTO (1 3/8″ – 6 spline) with cam clutch, wide angle machine side	Standard CV PTO (1 3/8″ – 6 spline) with cam clutch, wide angle machine side
Standard 540 – optional 1,000 rpm	Standard 540 – optional 1,000 rpm	Standard 540 – optional 1,000 rpm	Standard 540 – optional 1,000 rpm
Shear bolt / Cam clutch / Cam clutch	Cam clutch	Shear bolt / Cam clutch / Cam clutch	Cam clutch
Adjustable height clevis	Adjustable height clevis	Adjustable height clevis	Adjustable height clevis
380/55-17	480/45-17	380/55-17	480/45-17
8’1″ (2.5 m)	8’1″ (2.5 m)	8’1″ (2.5 m)	8’1″ (2.5 m)
N/A	Standard	N/A	Standard
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
1 SA and 1 DA / 1 SA and 1 DA / 2 DA	1 SA and 1 DA / 2 DA / 2 DA	1 SA and 1 DA / 1 SA and 1 DA / 2 DA	1 SA and 1 DA / 2 DA / 2 DA

MACHINE WEIGHT


Minimum machine weight

VB 3255 (DIRECT FEED/OPTIFEED/OPTICUT)	VB 3260 (OPTIFEED/OPTICUT 14/OPTICUT 23)	VB 3285 (DIRECT FEED/OPTIFEED/OPTICUT)	VB 3290 (OPTIFEED/OPTICUT 14/OPTICUT 23)
5,400 lbs (2,450 kg) / 6,400 lbs (2,900 kg) / 6,725 lbs (3,050 kg)	6,800 lbs (3,040 kg) / 7,140 lbs (3,240 kg) / 7,540 lbs (3,420 kg)	5,510 lbs (2,500 kg) / 6,500 lbs (2,950 kg) / 6,835 lbs (3,100 kg)	6,810 lbs (3,090 kg) / 7,250 lbs (3,290 kg) / 7,650 lbs (3,470 kg)