2025 Case IH SB531 

A dependable high-throughput rotary feeding system uses a packer fork with two paired rotating fingers for exceptional performance.

Features May Include:

• Pickup

The pickup on the Case IH small square baler series is designed for high productivity. 

Tines

Sturdy, closely spaced, curved finger tines gently lift the crop while keeping leaves intact
Rugged tine bars run on sealed ball bearings
Standard pickup gauge wheels adjust to five positions

Guides the pickup through field contours
Pick up every bit of the windrow
Raise Pickup for Transport

Manual latch or optional hydraulic pickup lift

• Feeding System

Huge 283-sq in. (1,826-sq cm.) feed opening allows SB balers to gather large, uneven windrows. A uniform, well-shaped bale is produced by the dependable Case IH feeding system.

High-throughput rotary feeding system delivers high capacity in any crop
Heavy-duty, double-rotating tines overlap to feed crop smoothly and continuously
Adjustable double-packer fork folds hay into the bale chamber
No-plug feeding system effortlessly moves crop from the pickup area to the bale chamber with minimum shatter loss

• Density Control

All SB Series balers allow for easy bale density control by adjusting the tension applied to the bale chamber. For manual density control, tension springs are an economical choice.

Provides "set-it-and-forget-it" convenience
Ensures consistent bale weight and density

• Ties & Twists

Case IH small bales hold up to handling from the rack to the elevator and from the barn to the bunk. 

Dependable Gear-Driven Twine Knotters

Hard-surface material at all wear points
Bill hooks are chrome plated for extra durability and reduced maintenance
SB541 is also available with a gear-driven wire twister
Large-Capacity Twine Storage Increases Field Time Between Refills

SB531 — load six balls of twine
SB541 and SB541C — load eight balls of twine
SB541 wire-tie version features four-coil wire storage

•  Twine Options

Plastic twine from Case IH is made in the USA and continues to be the hay and forage industry’s standard for quality. Options available include:

PLASTIC BALING TWINE provides tight bales that are consistent in size. The twine is uniform diameter and strength to perform in harsh applications with guaranteed knot and tensile strengths.
BALEKEEPER PLASTIC TWINE is designed with the value-conscious farmer or operator in mind and is available in the most popular knot/tensile strengths and lengths.
SISAL TWINE is 100% biodegradable, mildew resistant twine that helps keep your fields healthy. Sisal twine features uniform thickness consistent tensile/knot strength.

• Bale Thrower

Fill your wagon with bales as you make them with the optional Case IH BTX11 bale thrower, available with the SB531 and SB541.

Handles bales up to 38 in. (965 mm) long and up to 70 lb. (32 kg)
A smooth, reliable hydraulic drive throws the bales
Easily operated from your tractor seat
Move the Case IH bale thrower to the left or right to fill the corners of the wagon
Adjust the belt speed to load the front or the back of the wagon
The simple design of the BTX11 allows for easy installation, adjustment and service