Description
The Vermeer 504R Classic Round Baler is a dependable Vermeer round baler configured for producing 4 ft x 5 ft-class bales, with twine, netwrap, and a bale ramp identified in the supplied product configuration. Designed for part-time operators seeking practical value in a dependable baler, it combines heavy-duty components and driveshafts with a wide camless pickup, Atlas control system, and flexible bale-finishing options. The 504R Classic is suited to haymaking operations requiring consistent pickup performance, selectable bale diameter, and straightforward operation behind a properly matched tractor.
Key Features
- Produces bales from 36–60 in (91.4–152.4 cm) in diameter.
- Creates 47 in (119.4 cm) wide bales.
- Includes a 60 in (152.4 cm) four-bar camless wide pickup with 48 double steel-coil teeth.
- Uses five standard mini rough-top belts for bale formation.
- Atlas control system with a 4.3 in (10.9 cm) color touchscreen.
- Provides a bales-per-hour field statistic through the control system.
- Heavy-duty components and driveshafts support regular baling work.
- 540 rpm driveline with standard lubrication and radial pin clutch.
- Mechanical net-tension adjustment.
- Extra roll storage is standard.
- Manual standard pickup lift; hydraulic pickup lift is optional.
- Supplied configuration identifies twine, netwrap, and a spring-loaded bale ramp.
Flexible Bale Production
The 504R Classic supports a wide bale-diameter range from 36 to 60 inches, allowing operators to select bale size for their crop, handling equipment, and storage requirements. Its 47-inch bale width provides a consistent finished-bale format, while the five mini rough-top belts are designed for bale formation across the specified size range.
The supplied configuration identifies both twine and netwrap, giving the baler a flexible bale-finishing setup. The product configuration also identifies a bale ramp for assisting bale discharge. Vermeer lists twine, netwrap, and the spring-loaded bale ramp as options for the 504R Classic.
Pickup and Controls
A 60-inch camless wide pickup gathers the windrow across its tooth-to-tooth width. The pickup uses four tooth bars and 48 double steel-coil teeth. The standard manual pickup lift is complemented by an optional hydraulic pickup lift, while the Atlas control system provides a 4.3-inch color touchscreen and a bales-per-hour field statistic to support day-to-day baling operation.
Tractor Requirements
The Vermeer 504R Classic requires a tractor with a minimum PTO output of 40 hp (29.8 kW). Vermeer recommends 50 hp (37.3 kW) of tractor PTO power. The baler uses a 540 rpm driveline. Confirm that the tractor meets these PTO requirements before operation.
Specifications
| Brand | Vermeer |
|---|---|
| Model | 504R Classic |
| Product type | Round baler |
| Bale diameter | 36–60 in (91.4–152.4 cm) |
| Bale width | 47 in (119.4 cm) |
| Maximum bale weight | 1,000 lb (453.6 kg) |
| Pickup type | Camless wide |
| Pickup width, tooth to tooth | 60 in (152.4 cm) |
| Pickup tooth bars | 4 |
| Pickup teeth | 48 double steel-coil teeth |
| Belt configuration | 5 standard mini rough-top belts |
| Control system | Atlas control system with 4.3 in (10.9 cm) color touchscreen |
| Driveline | 540 rpm, standard lube, radial pin clutch |
| Minimum PTO horsepower | 40 hp (29.8 kW) |
| Recommended PTO horsepower | 50 hp (37.3 kW) |
| Length, standard | 156 in (396.2 cm) |
| Length with netwrap | 173 in (439.4 cm) |
| Length with bale ramp | 169 in (429.3 cm) |
| Height | 107 in (271.8 cm) |
| Transport width | 100 in (254 cm) with standard tires |
| Standard tires | 11L-15 |
| Fully optioned weight | 5,260 lb (2,385.9 kg) |