{"product_id":"vermeer-6650-rancher-round-baler-61-in-x-66-in-max-bale-twine-netwrap-ramp-665677331","title":"Vermeer 6650 Rancher Round Baler – 61 in x 66 in Max Bale, Twine, Netwrap, Ramp [665677331]","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eVermeer Rancher 6650 Variable-Chamber Round Baler\u003c\/strong\u003e is built for producers who need dependable hay-baling performance with flexible bale sizing and straightforward operation. It forms 61-inch-wide round bales from 36 to 66 inches in diameter, allowing bale size to be adjusted for crop conditions, handling preferences, and storage requirements. The supplied configuration name identifies twine, netwrap, and a bale ramp, while Vermeer lists these systems as optional equipment. With a 540-rpm driveline, standard moisture sensing, spring-assist pickup flotation, and the Bale Expert™ control system, the Rancher 6650 is suited to hay operations using tractors with at least 60 PTO horsepower, with 75 PTO horsepower recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVariable-chamber design produces 36–66-inch diameter bales.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eForms bales 61 inches wide with a maximum bale weight of 1,700 lb.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBale Expert™ control system with monochrome LCD display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStandard moisture sensing up to 27%.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEight standard mini rough-top belts, each 6.8 inches wide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStandard pickup with five tooth bars and 50 double rubber-mounted pickup teeth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSpring-assist pickup flotation helps follow field contours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRadial pin clutch provides pickup torque protection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eManual pickup lift and manual bale-density adjustment on the relief valve.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePhysical density gauge for monitoring bale density.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e540-rpm driveline with extended lubrication and friction clutch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConfiguration name includes twine, netwrap, and bale ramp options; these are identified by Vermeer as optional equipment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBaling Performance and Crop Handling\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Rancher 6650 is designed to produce consistent round bales across a broad range of sizes. Its variable-chamber configuration supports bale diameters from 36 to 66 inches, while the 61-inch bale width provides a substantial finished bale for hay production. The standard pickup measures 57 inches from tooth to tooth and 72 inches across the outside flair. Five tooth bars and 50 double rubber-mounted teeth support crop pickup, while spring-assist flotation helps the pickup follow the field surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMoisture sensing is standard and operates up to 27%, giving the operator information during baling. Bale density can be adjusted manually at the relief valve, and a physical gauge provides a direct density readout. The eight standard mini rough-top belts are 6.8 inches wide and are designed for the variable-chamber baling system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eControl and Convenience\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bale Expert™ control system uses a monochrome LCD screen to provide operating information. The supplied configuration name specifies twine, netwrap, and a bale ramp. Vermeer identifies the twine system, netwrap system, and spring-loaded bale ramp as optional equipment. Optional LED maintenance lights and a scale kit are also available as listed equipment options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTractor Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Vermeer Rancher 6650 requires a tractor with a minimum of \u003cstrong\u003e60 PTO horsepower\u003c\/strong\u003e. Vermeer recommends \u003cstrong\u003e75 PTO horsepower\u003c\/strong\u003e for the application. The baler uses a \u003cstrong\u003e540-rpm driveline\u003c\/strong\u003e with extended lubrication and a friction clutch. Tractor suitability should be confirmed for the intended crop, terrain, operating conditions, and selected baler equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVermeer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRancher 6650\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVariable-chamber round baler\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBale diameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e36–66 in (91.4–167.6 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBale width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e61 in (154.9 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaximum bale weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1,700 lb (771.1 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStandard length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e160 in (406.4 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLength with netwrap\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e181 in (459.7 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLength with bale ramp\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e171 in (434.3 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e111 in (281.9 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTransport width with standard tires\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e109 in (276.9 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFully optioned weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5,850 lb (2,653.5 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTire size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e31 x 13.5-15\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDriveline\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e540 rpm, extended lube, friction clutch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMinimum PTO horsepower\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60 hp (44.7 kW)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRecommended PTO horsepower\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e75 hp (55.9 kW)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePickup type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePickup width, tooth to tooth\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e57 in (144.8 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePickup width, outside flair\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e72 in (182.9 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTooth bars\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePickup teeth\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50, double rubber-mounted\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePickup flotation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpring assist\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePickup lift\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eControl system\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBale Expert™\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDisplay\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMonochrome LCD screen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMoisture sensing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard, up to 27%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBale density adjustment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManual adjustment on relief valve\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDensity readout\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePhysical gauge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNumber of belts\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBelt type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard mini rough top\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBelt width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.8 in (17.3 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTorque protection pickup\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRadial pin clutch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBearing and sprocket configuration\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRound drive shafts and bearings; 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