TRACTOR PARTS Allis Chalmers Case & David Brown Farmall & International Ferguson Ford & New Holland John Deere Massey Ferguson Massey Harris Minneapolis Moline Oliver & Cockshutt Kubota / Yanmar

TRACTOR MANUALS

Allis Chalmers	Case	Farmall IH	Ford 8N,9N,2N	Ford
Ferguson	John Deere	Massey Ferguson	Minn. Moline	Oliver

Discussion Forum

241 International Round Baler

Welcome Guest, Log in or Register

Author

JD70Jim

09-11-2002 15:32:41

Report to Moderator

I noticed the response to and earlier post regarding the 241 baler, and it was all negative. Why? Can anyone fully explain the details concerning this baler?

What round balers from between 1977-87 are worth looking at (because they do a good job) and which ones are as they say, something to run from?

[Log in to Reply] [No Email]

Neil McRury

06-27-2004 09:59:59

Report to Moderator

Re: 241 International Round Baler in reply to JD70Jim, 09-11-2002 15:32:41

Any Idea where I can get a Service / Parts Manual for this baler?

Thanks

Neil

[Log in to Reply] [No Email]

Jerry A.

09-12-2002 11:29:50

Report to Moderator

Re: 241 International Round Baler in reply to JD70Jim, 09-11-2002 15:32:41

I just bought a used 241 two weeks and tried it the first time 2 days ago. I was kinda dreading it after reading the negative comments about the 241.

I found the bale easy to start and easy to keep balanced in size. The twine cutter worked perfect the first time, but snagged on the next 4 or 5 bales. I think it takes practice and a new knife (which I intend to replace).

I think this model wasn't designed for rapid baling like the newer models. A lot has improved in 20-25 years of engineering. It seems to suit my limited needs...I'll probably bale less than 150 large bales in a summer.

Can't comment on bearings and the fire hazard. I intend to put a fire extinguisher on the baler and check the bearings frequently.

[Log in to Reply] [No Email]

Neil McRury

06-27-2004 10:02:02

Report to Moderator

Re: Re: 241 International Round Baler in reply to Jerry A., 09-12-2002 11:29:50

Any Idea where I can get Service / Parts manuals for the 241. Electronic would be better if you know?

I'm SOL

Thanks,

Neil

[Log in to Reply] [No Email]

JMS/MN

09-12-2002 07:57:52

Report to Moderator

Re: 241 International Round Baler in reply to JD70Jim, 09-11-2002 15:32:41

241 had many narrow belts, probably exposed bearings- which tend to burn up the baler if they burn out. Closed throat balers do not bale cornstalks easily. My NI456 is an open throat, but still poor on stalks. Bearings are protected from hay, but still had a minor fire once. Does a good job on hay, might handle stalks if deep-textured belts are used. Once the stalk bale starts rolling, it does fine. Later versions had a door latch, so tractor hydraulics did not have to hold door shut- hard on tr hyd.

[Log in to Reply] [No Email]

paul

09-11-2002 17:59:22

Report to Moderator

Re: 241 International Round Baler in reply to JD70Jim, 09-11-2002 15:32:41

I just picked up a 605F Vermeer for under $2000, made 20 bales so far, seems pretty good. Having a bit of an issue with the tying arm, but think I just need to adjust the pressure releif shims & get the twine knife sharp & adjusted.

I think the very early round balers had a 'closed throat' which was really awful for plugging. The 'open throat' models are much better. In the Vermeer line, I believe after the 'C' model was open throat.

[Log in to Reply] [No Email]

[Options] [Printer Friendly] [Posting Help] [Return to Forum] [Log in to Reply]

TRACTOR PARTS	TRACTOR MANUALS

We sell tractor parts! We have the parts you need to repair your tractor - the right parts. Our low prices and years of research make us your best choice when you need parts. Shop Online Today. [ About Us ]

Home | Forums

Copyright © 1997-2023 Yesterday's Tractor Co.
All Rights Reserved. Reproduction of any part of this website, including design and content, without written permission is strictly prohibited. Trade Marks and Trade Names contained and used in this Website are those of others, and are used in this Website in a descriptive sense to refer to the products of others. Use of this Web site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement and Privacy Policy

TRADEMARK DISCLAIMER: Tradenames and Trademarks referred to within Yesterday's Tractor Co. products and within the Yesterday's Tractor Co. websites are the property of their respective trademark holders. None of these trademark holders are affiliated with Yesterday's Tractor Co., our products, or our website nor are we sponsored by them. John Deere and its logos are the registered trademarks of the John Deere Corporation. Agco, Agco Allis, White, Massey Ferguson and their logos are the registered trademarks of AGCO Corporation. Case, Case-IH, Farmall, International Harvester, New Holland and their logos are registered trademarks of CNH Global N.V.

Yesterday's Tractors - Antique Tractor Headquarters

Website Accessibility Policy