Description

When your baler’s pickup starts acting sluggish or you’re noticing uneven hay flow into the chamber, the lower drive roll chain assembly is often the culprit. This chain drives the pickup mechanism that scoops up your windrow and feeds it into the baler chamber—when it’s worn or stretched, you’ll see poor pickup performance and possibly even chain breakage that leaves you stranded in the field.

What You’re Getting

Diamond heavy-link chain construction that handles the constant load of pickup operation without stretching
83-pitch design matches the original factory specifications for smooth operation
Carbon steel construction resists wear from dirt and debris that naturally comes with haymaking
Pre-cut length eliminates guesswork and ensures proper fit without modification

Built for Real Farm Work

This chain assembly fits John Deere’s 400 series round balers including models 447, 448, 457, 458, 467, 469, 547, 557, 558, and 567. These workhorse balers handle everything from small square fields to big operations where you’re putting up hundreds of bales per season, and the pickup drive system takes a beating from rocks, dirt, and the constant cycle of gathering hay.

Made to Last

Farm chains live a tough life, constantly flexing around sprockets while dealing with dirt, moisture, and the shock loads that come from picking up heavy windrows. This Diamond chain uses heavy link plates and quality carbon steel construction that’s built to handle the punishment of commercial hay operations season after season.

Good to Know

This is a direct replacement for the lower drive position—no modifications needed. When replacing, it’s a good time to check your sprockets for wear and make sure your chain tensioner is working properly. A little chain lube goes a long way toward extending life in dusty field conditions.