John Deere 348 Small Square Balers
John Deere 348
Average price
$28,200
5+
sold in last year
General overview
Manufactured in the United States, the John Deere 348 is a large square baler for agricultural baling work. It is specified at 26 kW (35 hp) at the tractor PTO and uses a 1,524 mm (5 ft) intake width. The baler forms bales measuring 460 mm (18 in) wide, 360 mm (14 in) high, and 305 mm (12 in) long for routine crop production in field conditions.
The model uses 2 knotters and a 762 mm (30 in) plunger stroke. Hydraulic bale tension is available, with an adjustable hay compressor for density control. A hydraulic tongue positioner, automatic lockout, and multi-luber support field operation and routine maintenance. This setup supports steady bale formation and consistent bale density during harvest.
Year
2019, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026
Country of manufacturing
United States
General specifications
Dimensions
Length
Height
Width
5,791 mm
~228 in
1,829 mm
~72 in
2,743 mm
~108 in
Minimum tractor requirement PTO
26 kW
Tractor PTO speed
35 hp
Additional specifications
Intake width
1,524 mm
Number of tine bars 4-5
6
Number of plunger strokes
93 m
Plunger stroke
762 mm
Density control
Hydraulic bale tension available; adjustable hay compressor
Control
Hydraulic tongue positioner; automatic lockout; multi-luber
Number of knotters
2
Twine capacity (rolls)
8
High-capacity rotor
FALSE
Bale - Width
460 mm
Bale - Height
360 mm
Bale - Length
305 mm
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What is the average price of a John Deere 348?
No confirmed market price is supplied. Check current listings and compare the machine’s condition, location, and configuration.
What are the key advantages of the John Deere 348?
Listed features include hydraulic bale tension, an adjustable hay compressor, a hydraulic tongue positioner, automatic lockout, a multi-luber, and 2 knotters. It has a 1,524 mm (60 in) intake width and 93 plunger strokes per minute.
What type of engine does the 348 use?
The supplied specifications do not confirm an engine type for the John Deere 348. They list a tractor PTO requirement instead.
How much horsepower does the 348 have?
The supplied specification lists tractor PTO speed of 26.1 kW (35 hp). It does not state engine horsepower for the 348 itself.
What fuel does the John Deere 348 use?
The supplied data does not confirm a fuel type. The John Deere 348 is specified with a tractor PTO requirement.
What jobs is this Large Square Baler best suited for?
As a Large Square Baler, it is suited to baling hay into rectangular bales. The supplied specifications list bale dimensions of 460 mm (18.1 in) wide, 360 mm (14.2 in) high, and 305 mm (12 in) long.
What is the expected lifespan of the 348?
No expected service life is supplied. For a used baler, inspect knotters, the plunger, intake components, hydraulic functions, lubrication system, and bale-density controls, and review its maintenance history.
What should a buyer check when purchasing a used Large Square Baler?
Check the 2 knotters, plunger, pickup and tine bars, hydraulic bale tension, adjustable hay compressor, tongue positioner, automatic lockout, and multi-luber. Confirm that components operate correctly and review maintenance records.
