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Round Baler Gearbox Series<\/p>\n

EP-Round Baler Gearbox for Round Baler and Harvester \u2014 EP246<\/h2>\n

A heavy-duty agricultural round baler gearbox engineered at 1.92:1 deceleration, rated to 100 hp continuous input with 2000 N\u00b7m output torque \u2014 purpose-built for demanding commercial baling and harvesting operations across global markets.<\/p>\n

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1.92 : 1<\/div>\n
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540 r\/min<\/div>\n
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282 r\/min<\/div>\n
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100 hp<\/div>\n
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2000 N\u00b7m<\/div>\n
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Technical Specifications \u2014 EP246 Round Baler Gearbox<\/h2>\n

Performance parameters below are confirmed under continuous-duty loaded test conditions at standard PTO input speed. Figures represent nominal ratings; application-specific duty cycles and overload factors should be reviewed with the engineering team at enquiry stage.<\/p>\n

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EP246<\/td>\nDecelerate<\/td>\n1.92 : 1<\/td>\n540<\/td>\n282<\/td>\n100<\/td>\n2000<\/td>\nGleason Helical<\/td>\nRound baler, harvester, etc.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n
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Dimensional Data \u2014 Single Output (X) Configuration<\/h3>\n

All measurements in millimetres unless otherwise stated. Refer to the certified engineering drawing for full GD&T callouts and tolerance specifications.<\/p>\n

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Overall Width (front view)<\/td>\n328.0 mm<\/td>\nOverall Width (side view)<\/td>\n246.0 mm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Centre Height<\/td>\n241.0 mm<\/td>\nSide View Upper Half<\/td>\n136.6 mm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Input Shaft Hub Width<\/td>\n107.0 mm (inner) \/ 221.0 mm (total from centre)<\/td>\n\u0412\u044b\u0441\u043e\u0442\u0430 \u0436\u0438\u043b\u043e\u0433\u043e \u0434\u043e\u043c\u0430<\/td>\n170.0 mm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Input Flange OD<\/td>\n\u00d8145.0 mm<\/td>\nOutput Shaft Pilot OD<\/td>\n\u00d8140.0 mm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Flange Bolt Pattern<\/td>\n8 \u00d7 M14<\/td>\nSide View Shaft Centres<\/td>\n123.0 + 123.0 mm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Output Foot Offset<\/td>\n100.0 mm<\/td>\nX-shaft position<\/td>\nInline with input axis<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Dimensional Data \u2014 Dual Output (X \/ Y) Configuration<\/h3>\n

The dual-output variant adds a Y-side output shaft collinear with the X-side, allowing the EP246 round baler gearbox to drive two independent baler subsystems from a single gear set. Key differences from the single-output layout are captured below.<\/p>\n

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Overall Width (front view)<\/td>\n328.0 mm<\/td>\n442.0 mm (221.0 + 221.0)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Input Flange OD<\/td>\n\u00d8145.0 mm<\/td>\n\u00d8145.0 mm (both sides)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Output Pilot OD<\/td>\n\u00d8140.0 mm<\/td>\n\u00d8140.0 mm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Flange Bolts<\/td>\n8 \u00d7 M14<\/td>\n8 \u00d7 M14<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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EP246 \u2014 What Sets This Round Baler Gearbox Apart<\/h2>\n

The EP246 is a high-torque round baler gearbox designed for large-capacity baling platforms and harvester auxiliary drive systems where standard mid-range gearboxes run short on output torque. At the core of its specification sits a 2000 N\u00b7m output torque rating \u2014 twenty times the figure seen on entry-level units \u2014 delivered at 282 r\/min output speed from a 540 r\/min tractor PTO input. That combination maps directly onto the drive requirements of variable-chamber balers handling heavy, dense windrows of silage, straw, or multi-crop mixtures at sustained throughput rates.<\/p>\n

The 1.92:1 deceleration ratio is a considered engineering choice. It is slightly tighter than the more common 2.1:1 ratios found in lighter gearbox classes, which means the output shaft spins faster relative to input \u2014 an advantage for baler cam ring speeds that demand higher roll surface velocity to produce tightly formed, uniform cylindrical bales. At 100 hp continuous rated power, the EP246 round baler gearbox sits at the top of the EP series performance ladder, suited for tractors in the 80\u2013120 hp bracket operating European fixed-chamber balers, large North American variable-chamber machines, and harvester-integrated baling modules.<\/p>\n

The housing envelope \u2014 328 mm overall width (front view) \u00d7 246 mm (side view) with a 241 mm centre height \u2014 is larger than lighter-duty models but remains within the frame rail spacing of mainstream commercial balers. The 8\u00d7M14 flange bolt pattern and \u00d8140.0 mm pilot register ensure a positive, aligned mounting without spacers or custom sub-frames. Two shaft configurations (X and Z\/Y outputs) allow the unit to drive either a single-output or dual-output driveline depending on baler architecture \u2014 a flexibility that makes the EP246 a practical choice for both OEM assembly and round baler gearbox replacement projects.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Round Baler Gearbox Working Principle \u2014 EP246 in Detail<\/h2>\n

The round baler gearbox working principle in the EP246 follows the same fundamental power flow as all agricultural reduction drives, but the execution reflects the demands of high-torque baling: PTO input \u2192 gear reduction \u2192 baler chamber output. Power enters the EP246 through the X-side input shaft at 540 r\/min. Inside the cast housing, a paired Gleason Helical Teeth gear set converts that rotational input through a 1.92:1 mesh, producing 282 r\/min at the output shaft (Z position on single-output configurations, or both Y and X on dual-output variants). The helical tooth profile \u2014 cut and ground on Gleason equipment to tight lead and profile tolerances \u2014 creates a progressive tooth engagement across the full face width, distributing the 2000 N\u00b7m load smoothly rather than as a sharp, instantaneous impulse.<\/p>\n

Inside the housing, large-diameter taper-roller bearings support both input and output shafts. Their preloaded arrangement eliminates axial float under the combined radial and thrust loads generated when the baler pick-up ingests an uneven windrow or undergoes a sudden slug \u2014 common field events that create transient torque spikes well above the nominal 2000 N\u00b7m continuous rating. The gear pair runs in a dedicated oil sump, with splash-feed lubrication channels machined into the housing walls routing oil film to the most thermally loaded gear face zones. Shaft seals at each exit point are seated in precision-machined counterbores, and their lip geometry is selected for agricultural-duty contamination resistance under both wet and dusty field conditions.<\/p>\n

The external body carries integrated cooling ribs \u2014 visible in the dimensional drawings \u2014 that increase the effective surface area of the housing for passive convective heat dissipation during extended continuous-duty runs. This matters in high-ambient-temperature environments such as summer grain harvesting in Australia, Brazil, and the southern US, where gearbox oil temperature is the primary constraint on sustained throughput. The overall architecture makes the EP246 one of the more thermally capable units in the round baler gearbox type category without requiring an external oil cooler circuit.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Five Defining Strengths of the EP246 Round Baler Gearbox<\/h2>\n
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\u2460 2000 N\u00b7m Output Torque \u2014 Heavy-Duty Class<\/div>\n

At 2000 N\u00b7m, the EP246 delivers output torque in the range typically reserved for tractor-driven implements rated above 90 hp. This rating is not a peak figure \u2014 it reflects the unit’s continuous-duty design load, meaning the gear set, bearings, and housing are all sized for sustained operation at this torque level without exceeding calculated fatigue limits. For operators running large commercial round balers over extended shifts across the grain belts of Australia, Canada, or the UK, that distinction matters.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\u2461 Single and Dual Output Options<\/div>\n

The EP246 is available in both single X-output and dual X\/Y-output configurations, making it adaptable to a wider range of baler architectures than single-configuration gearboxes. A dual-output round baler gearbox drives two load points \u2014 for example the bale chamber flywheel and the wrapping arm cam \u2014 from a single gear mesh, reducing mechanical complexity and eliminating the need for a secondary reduction stage in the driveline. This approach is increasingly common in modern variable-chamber round baler gearbox equipment design.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\u2462 Integral Cooling Ribs on the Housing<\/div>\n

The EP246 housing is cast with external cooling ribs on the main body faces. These pressed ribs increase the effective surface area available for convective cooling without adding auxiliary components or maintenance obligations. During prolonged high-throughput runs in warm conditions \u2014 a standard situation in Brazilian sugarcane leaf baling or Australian summer straw \u2014 the rib geometry keeps gear oil temperature within the operating band, delaying viscosity breakdown and extending the drain interval beyond what a smooth-walled housing would allow.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\u2463 Gleason Helical Gear Geometry<\/div>\n

The Gleason Helical Teeth specification is carried through the entire EP246 gear pair. Helical contact distributes the tooth load across the full face width progressively, which reduces instantaneous Hertzian contact stress at the pitch point and produces a smoother, quieter power transfer than straight-cut alternatives. At the EP246’s 2000 N\u00b7m rating, controlling contact stress is not a comfort feature \u2014 it is the mechanism that determines whether the gear set reaches its designed fatigue life or fails prematurely under field shock loading. The Gleason process also ensures geometric consistency across production runs, keeping dimensional variation within the close tolerances the preloaded bearing arrangement requires.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\u2464 Direct Replacement for High-Torque Legacy Units<\/div>\n

The EP246 is dimensioned to serve as a round baler gearbox replacement for high-torque legacy units \u2014 including Comer code equivalents in the 100 hp class \u2014 without requiring baler frame modifications. The 8\u00d7M14 flange pattern and \u00d8140.0 mm pilot register are shared with many European and North American OEM baler specifications, meaning workshops in the Netherlands, South Korea, and Canada can source and fit the EP246 as a straight-swap unit, with standard bolt-hole alignment and no shimming required.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Materials, Manufacturing Process & Quality Assurance<\/h2>\n

The EP246 housing is produced in ductile iron \u2014 also known as nodular or spheroidal graphite iron \u2014 with minimum tensile strength \u2265420 MPa and elongation \u226512%. Compared to grey cast iron, ductile iron absorbs shock and impact energy without brittle fracture propagation, an important property for a round baler gearbox that will experience hundreds of thousands of abrupt torque reversals across its service life. The housing casting is machined on CNC horizontal boring centres to achieve the close perpendicularity and concentricity tolerances the bearing bore arrangement requires.<\/p>\n

Gear pair material is alloy case-hardening steel (18CrNiMo7-6 or equivalent), carburised to a case depth of 1.0\u20131.4 mm and quench-hardened to 58\u201362 HRC at the tooth working surface, with a tough core retained at 30\u201340 HRC. This combination gives the tooth flank maximum contact-fatigue resistance while keeping the gear body resistant to through-fracture under shock. Shafts are machined from 42CrMo4 alloy steel, induction-hardened at journal and key-seat zones, then ground to h6 tolerances at the bearing seats. All gear flanks are profile-ground after heat treatment, eliminating the dimensional scatter that case hardening introduces before grinding and guaranteeing the Gleason Helical profile geometry is maintained at final assembly dimensions.<\/p>\n

Each EP246 unit is assembled under the ISO 9001:2015 certified quality management system. Pre-dispatch testing includes a minimum 30-minute loaded run-in at rated input speed, with oil temperature rise, noise signature, and output speed all recorded against acceptance limits. The documented test certificate accompanies every shipment, satisfying the traceability requirements of machinery importers in the EU, Australia, Canada, and South Korea where agricultural equipment must meet regulatory documentation standards at customs and registration stage.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Where the EP246 Round Baler Gearbox Works Best<\/h2>\n

The EP246’s 100 hp \/ 2000 N\u00b7m specification positions it as the go-to round baler gearbox for applications where power and torque demand exceed the capability of standard mid-range units. The scenarios below represent the primary use environments where operators, dealers, and OEM engineers specify the EP246 by design.<\/p>\n

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Large Variable-Chamber Round Balers<\/div>\n

Variable-chamber balers processing mixed hay, silage, or multi-crop residue over continuous 10\u201312 hour shifts require a round baler gearbox with sustained torque capacity well above the nominal operating point. The EP246’s continuous 2000 N\u00b7m rating covers transient slug-loading events without triggering the oil temperature exceedances that degrade gear film and accelerate bearing fatigue in lighter units.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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High-Density Straw and Silage Operations<\/div>\n

Straw densification and silage baling in the Netherlands, Germany, and South Korea often runs at tight bale densities that push the chamber pressure \u2014 and therefore the gearbox output torque demand \u2014 close to or at maximum rated conditions. The EP246 handles this without a derating margin reduction, provided the matching PTO shaft and torque limiter are correctly specified for the total driveline.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Combine-harvester baling modules \u2014 increasingly common in Canadian and Australian grain operations \u2014 draw power from the harvester’s on-board PTO in conditions where engine load is already significant. The EP246’s efficient helical gear mesh keeps parasitic loss below 3% of input torque, leaving maximum available power at the bale chamber rather than dissipating it as heat inside the round baler gearbox equipment itself.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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OEM Round Baler Gearbox Integration<\/div>\n

Agricultural equipment manufacturers building 80\u2013120 hp class balers in Brazil, Colombia, and Europe source the EP246 as a verified, certified sub-assembly. The available CAD data package (DXF, STEP on request) and the ISO 9001:2015 certified production records simplify the OEM design integration and supply chain qualification processes, reducing time-to-production for new baler platform programmes.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Workshop Round Baler Gearbox Replacement<\/div>\n

Dealers and independent service workshops across the UK, Netherlands, and South Korea stock the EP246 as a round baler gearbox replacement for high-torque legacy units whose original parts are discontinued. Its dimensional match to Comer code equivalents and widely adopted 8\u00d7M14 flange interface means it drops into most legacy baler frames without additional machining, keeping agricultural operations moving during critical harvest windows.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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System-Compatible Products \u2014 One-Stop Baling Drivetrain Supply<\/h2>\n

Specifying the EP246 round baler gearbox is only part of building a reliable baling drivetrain. The PTO shaft upstream and the complete baler machine downstream need to be matched in torque capacity, spline profile, and operating speed for the system to deliver its rated performance without premature wear or unexpected overload events. We manufacture both, so interface compatibility is guaranteed without cross-supplier design coordination.<\/p>\n

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Complete Round Baler Machines<\/div>\n

For operations requiring the full baling system rather than drivetrain components, our full series round baler<\/a> catalogue includes machines with EP-series round baler gearboxes fitted and tested at the factory. Factory-integrated supply means warranty coverage, documentation, and aftersales parts logistics are managed through a single point of contact \u2014 particularly relevant for large agricultural operations in Brazil, Canada, and Australia where managing multiple supplier relationships across a harvest season creates meaningful overhead. The one-stop advantage extends across the entire round baler gearbox type range.<\/p>\n

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Trade & Delivery Conditions \u2014 EP246<\/h2>\n
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MOQ & Order Flexibility<\/div>\n

High-value drive products like the EP246 round baler gearbox are assessed on total order value and configuration. Mixed-model orders can be consolidated to approximately USD 1,500. New customers evaluating the EP246 for a round baler gearbox replacement programme may request 1\u20135 sample units. Small one- or two-unit orders are supported, though unit pricing reflects the lower production batch size.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Standard EP246 (catalogue configuration): 20\u201345 working days<\/strong>. Custom specification (modified shaft profiles, dual-output conversion, special surface treatments): 45\u201375 working days<\/strong>. Sample \/ small-batch test orders (1\u20135 units): 7\u201325 working days<\/strong>. Confirmed lead times are issued at order acceptance.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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1\u20135 sample units are available for new customers assessing the EP246 round baler gearbox for integration or replacement projects. Sample dispatch under EXW, FCA, or DAP. DDP sample delivery available on request for select destinations. Sample orders follow the 7\u201325 working day lead time window for standard configurations.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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About Us \u2014 Ten-Plus Years in Agricultural & Industrial Power Transmission<\/h2>\n

Backed by over a decade of hands-on engineering experience, the facility produces a comprehensive range of mechanical transmission products covering agricultural gearboxes \u2014 including the full EP round baler gearbox line \u2014 worm gear reducers, planetary gear drives, power take-off shafts, hydraulic cylinders, roller chains, sprockets, and electric motors. Standard and non-standard configurations are both within scope, drawing on in-house machining, heat treatment, and gear-grinding capability rather than relying on external sub-suppliers for critical transmission components.<\/p>\n

Manufacturing runs under ISO 9001:2015 certification. The material range covered across the factory spans ductile iron, grey cast iron, cast steel, precision cast steel, and cast aluminium \u2014 giving the design team material selection flexibility that matches the actual stress and corrosion requirements of each application rather than defaulting to a single material class. This extends to the full catalogue of gear and sprocket types: spur, helical, bevel, worm gears, belt pulleys, transmission shafts, and custom machined assemblies produced to client drawings or developed collaboratively during the design phase.<\/p>\n

International agricultural equipment buyers across Australia, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, Brazil, Canada, South Korea, and Colombia source from this facility on a repeat basis \u2014 both for catalogue round baler gearbox parts and for OEM-specific assemblies developed to project drawings. Technical documentation, drawing exchange in DXF and STEP formats, and application consultation are all part of the standard pre-order process, not an additional service.<\/p>\n

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\nWhat makes the EP246 round baler gearbox the best choice for commercial hay operations running variable-chamber balers in Australia and New Zealand?<\/summary>\n
The EP246’s 2000 N\u00b7m output torque and passive-cooled ductile iron housing are the two features that separate it from standard mid-class round baler gearbox equipment in high-ambient-temperature, long-shift conditions. Variable-chamber balers processing mixed dry and semi-green crops in warm southern hemisphere summers frequently hit peak torque demand during slug ingestion events. The EP246 carries those spikes without oil temperature exceedance, which is the primary failure mechanism for lighter-rated units used outside their design envelope.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n
\nHow do I confirm whether the EP246 round baler gearbox is a direct replacement for an older Comer code unit on my European fixed-chamber baler?<\/summary>\n
Share the original unit’s Comer code, gear ratio, rated power, flange bolt pattern, pilot diameter, and shaft-end specification with the sales team. The EP246 is dimensioned with an 8\u00d7M14 flange and \u00d8140.0 mm pilot that covers a wide range of Comer code round baler gearbox replacement applications in the 100 hp class. In most cases a physical fit can be confirmed from the drawing data without requiring an on-site measurement, shortening the time between enquiry and dispatch considerably.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n
\nHow many HP does it actually take to pull a large round baler fitted with a high-torque gearbox like the EP246 in silage conditions in the UK or Netherlands?<\/summary>\n
Under sustained silage baling conditions at maximum bale density, a baler running an EP246-class round baler gearbox typically draws 85\u2013110 hp at the PTO. The gearbox’s own parasitic loss \u2014 approximately 2\u20133% of input torque in warm-run conditions \u2014 is a small fraction of the total; the dominant variable is the chamber pressure needed to form dense, tight bales from high-moisture forage. Tractors in the 90\u2013120 hp bracket are generally well-matched to this class of round baler gearbox for tractor pairing in the UK and Dutch market.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n
\nWhich round baler gearbox parts of the EP246 are most likely to need replacement after several seasons of intensive straw baling in Canada or South Korea?<\/summary>\n
Based on field experience across high-output agricultural operations, shaft lip seals and taper-roller bearings see the most frequent scheduled replacement \u2014 typically at 1,500\u20132,500 operating hours depending on contamination exposure, oil maintenance intervals, and transient overload frequency. The EP246 uses standard metric seals and bearings available through major bearing distributors in Canada, South Korea, and the EU, so sourcing round baler gearbox parts for planned maintenance is straightforward. The Gleason helical gear set itself is designed to outlast the baler frame when operated within the rated torque envelope and with the correct oil specification maintained.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n
\nWhere can agricultural machinery importers in South Korea and Brazil source a reliable round baler gearbox for sale with full ISO certification and technical documentation?<\/summary>\n
The EP246 ships with a full ISO 9001:2015 quality certificate, pre-dispatch test records, and dimensional data sheets as standard. Importers in South Korea, Brazil, and the Netherlands can request a technical dossier \u2014 including material certificates and GD&T drawings \u2014 alongside the commercial enquiry. Incoterms coverage (EXW, FOB, CIF, DAP) and multi-product consolidated container loading are both supported, reducing per-unit freight cost for importers adding the EP246 to a broader round baler gearbox equipment procurement order.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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The EP246 Round Baler Gearbox is a high-capacity power transmission unit engineered for heavy-duty round balers and harvesters. Featuring a precise 1.92:1 deceleration ratio, it efficiently converts a standard 540 r\/min input into a robust 282 r\/min output, optimizing machine performance for high-volume baling. With a nominal power rating of 100 kW (approx. 134 hp) and an impressive 2000 N.m output torque, this gearbox is built to withstand extreme agricultural loads. It utilizes advanced Gleason Helical Teeth technology, ensuring superior load distribution, reduced noise, and extended service life compared to conventional gearing. Designed for reliability in harsh field conditions, the EP246 delivers consistent power transfer. Custom specifications are available to meet specific OEM requirements, making it an ideal choice for demanding harvesting equipment.<\/p>","protected":false},"featured_media":2138,"template":"","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":""},"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[74],"product_tag":[],"class_list":["post-2136","product","type-product","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","product_cat-round-baler-gearbox","first","instock","shipping-taxable","product-type-simple"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/superiortransmissioninc.com\/ru\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/2136","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/superiortransmissioninc.com\/ru\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/superiortransmissioninc.com\/ru\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/superiortransmissioninc.com\/ru\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2138"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/superiortransmissioninc.com\/ru\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2136"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/superiortransmissioninc.com\/ru\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_brand?post=2136"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/superiortransmissioninc.com\/ru\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=2136"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/superiortransmissioninc.com\/ru\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=2136"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}