Wilson Engineering

Wilson Engineering demonstrated its Monster Move 12 self-loading bale transporter. The unit in question was fully laden with a long list specification, including hydraulic opening/closing bale cages, which according to Adam Wilson has become an increasingly popular option.

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Not only do the hydraulic cages leave the handling of misshaped bales easier, but also allow for unloading in tighter areas – as the cages can be raised up and over the bales instead of having to fully drive out.

Other features of the demo machine included a sprung drawbar, steering axle, steering drawbar, load sensing hydraulics and joystick control. The machine was also fitted on 620/40 R22.5 tyres.

Wilson outlined that the optional opening/closing cages, steering drawbar and steering axle offer much-improved manoeuvrability and has resulted in many customers now opting for the larger Monster Move 12, 12 bale machine over the smaller Super Move 10, 10 bale transporter, which would have previously been the most popular model.

Keltec Engineering

Kilmallock-based Keltec Engineering demonstrated its 10-pack bale chaser at Grass 2026 last week. Keltec was a pioneer in the round bale chaser business, having been building units for over 30 years. Today, the company offers three sizes (eight-, 10- and 12-pack options).

Keltec's 10 Pack Bale Chaser. \ Donal O'Leary

As standard, Keltec offers its patented bale load assist rollers, which it says enables bales to be loaded easier and more gently. The bale cages are manufactured using 80mm diameter Strenox steel with a 6mm wall, while the pipework on the side cage is built with 5mm pipe. While in transport position, its auto-smart locking system for the bale cages means it’s protected against hose failure, driver error or tractor malfunction.

The 10-pack comes as standard on a tandem axle with a high-speed double-axle bogey system. The unit is shod as standard on 550-45 R22.5 tyres, but various options up to 710mm tyres can be ordered as optional extras. The unit uses a load-sensing brake system, meaning that it’s less severe on the tyres when the machine is empty.