Why the New Holland Model 66 Baler Still Rocks Today

If you've ever spent a dusty afternoon in a hay field, you probably already know that the New Holland model 66 baler is basically the grandfather of the modern small square bale. It's one of those machines that changed the game for family farms back in the 1950s, and honestly, it's still doing the work for a lot of folks today. While modern balers are packed with sensors and computers, there's something about the rhythmic clack-thump of a 66 that just feels right. ...

March 4, 2026 · 7 min · Fowler Kowkobany