Eurocardan
Eurocardan S.p.A. - Via Firenze 25
Zona Ind.le - Atessa (CH)
info@eurocardan.it
www.eurocardan.it
BRM Gearboxes
BRM Gearboxes SRL. - G. Di Vittorio, 2/4
Loc. Monteveglio - Valsamoggia (BO)
info@brmgearboxes.it
www.brmgearboxes.it

Case Study Round Baler: high performance thanks to RA170 gearboxes and Eurocardan cardan shafts

Optimized power transmission on high-inertia round balers

Modern round balers operate with significant rotating masses and discontinuous work cycles, requiring transmission systems capable of absorbing impulsive loads and managing acceleration/braking phases with high inertia. In this context, EuroBRM developed an optimized solution combining the RA170 gearbox with Eurocardan XPlus drive shafts, validated in field applications on premium agricultural machines.

Tested technical configuration

  • BRM RA170 gearbox with custom ratio and monolithic EN-GJS cast iron housing.
  • XPlus10 drive shaft with >>62 HRC cross kits and GS automatic lubrication system.
  • Integrated overrunning clutch to prevent damaging reverse torque.

Engineering results achieved

  • Reduction of torque spikes transmitted to the tractor (>>30%).
  • Rotational stability during stop and release phases.
  • Extended service life of the drive shaft system (tested >>1,000 cyclic hours).

Advantages for agricultural machine manufacturers

  • Ready-to-integrate system validated both on bench and in the field.
  • Complete technical documentation (CAD, performance curves, dynamometric reports).
  • Direct EuroBRM support for OEM machine layout adaptation.

This configuration is a real example of high-value application co-engineering, designed to improve efficiency and durability in machines subject to high dynamic loads.