McIntosh Single Bale Feeder McIntosh Bale Feeders are built to a strength standard rather than to be the lightest on the market. With today's larger bales, faster tractors and less time available for maintenance, that extra strength matters. The details on the McIntosh Bale Feeder are aimed at reducing breakdowns and giving trouble free operation for years to come. It runs 24,000lb combined zinc plated roller chains, the strongest available, 8 tooth sprockets and a larger American made hydraulic motor with a 1 shaft. The deep V and wide width construction holds the bale in longer as it rolls up the sides, so you don't need to change the direction of the feeder as often, and it helps when feeding out on the downhill side in rolling country. The cradle is intentionally short to reduce the chance of bales twisting around and taking longer to feed out. The high front and back bars help stop the bale falling out when travelling and feeding. A short cradle with end bars feeds out better than a long cradle with wasted room and extra weight out the back of the tractor. With no end bars or short ones, bales can twist and fall out.