328 TWINE BALER.doc

This is a product specification document for a John Deere 328 Twine Baler related to a state and local contract opportunity in Maine. The document outlines the key operational features and technical specifications of the baler, which is designed for agricultural hay baling applications. The equipment includes a full-width feeding pickup with crank adjustment capability, an adjustable hay compressor system, and a deep-flighted auger feeding mechanism that operates at 540 rpm via PTO powershaft. The baler incorporates accurate knotters with twine storage capacity, hydraulic bale tension control for uniform bale formation, and plungerhead extensions to optimize the forming chamber performance. The system operates with a large windrow capacity and is designed for quiet, dependable operation in field conditions.

The document emphasizes the mechanical reliability and operational efficiency of the 328 Twine Baler through its component specifications. No pricing terms, bid due dates, quantities, award information, or contract duration details are provided in this specification document. The file functions as a reference guide to the equipment's technical capabilities and would typically support a procurement process where this specific baler model is identified as the required equipment for agricultural or grounds maintenance operations.