Why buy a Vermeer ZR-4S self-propelled baler? Glad you asked.
April 2026
When producers saw the ZR5-1200 self-propelled baler and asked for that same innovation in a 4-ft baler, Vermeer listened.
And delivered the ZR-4S self-propelled baler.
The ZR-4S is shorthand for the ZR-2200 self-propelled baler with the Z604S bale chamber. Designed to keep you productive, informed and comfortable until the work is done, the ZR-4S delivers in three areas that matter to you: productivity, ease of operation and operator comfort.
Faster baling, automated operation and real-time machine insights
Start with superior maneuverability and agility thanks to zero-turn capability and counter-steering. Now add baling speed up to 12 mph (19.3 km/hr) and transport speed up to 33 mph (53.1 km/hr). The result: No time or turn is wasted.
Integrated automation stops, ties and ejects bales on its own. A hydraulically reversible pickup clears plugs with ease. The control system serves as your in-cab consultant and provides field stats — average moisture, bale weight and bales per hour. VermeerOne™ tracks machine location, fuel consumption, engine hours and fault codes.
- Contact your Vermeer hay equipment dealer
Simplified baler maintenance, built-in durability and features that help reduce downtime
Long, intense hay seasons demand reliability. The ZR-4S is designed to minimize, streamline and simplify maintenance. Work with confidence, thanks to a 5-bar camless wide pickup with 70 rubber-mounted teeth that deliver increased strength and durability across all crop types.
Catch potential problems before damage occurs to your machine. TempSense™ monitors bearing temperatures and alerts you to potential problems before your equipment and productivity suffer.
Optimize performance and reduce downtime with the Auto Lube system. It automatically greases critical bearings at user-defined intervals and sends in-cab alerts when grease levels run low.
Convenient maintenance comes standard with a chamber that detaches from the power unit. You can choose to detach the chamber completely or use cleanout mode.
A proven mechanical netwrap system pulls net all the way to the edge and reduces maintenance by letting the baler’s belts do the work instead of relying on a rubber roller.
It’s all backed by a 3-year pickup warranty on internal components including parts and labor (does not include teeth or hardware for teeth).
Operator comfort, better visibility and in-field convenience that keep you baling
Baling doesn’t have to be a pain in your neck. The ZR-4S delivers comfort like you’ve never experienced while baling hay.
From an adjustable air ride seat in its heated and cooled cab, the ZR-4S makes it easy to see without turning your head. Whether you’re checking the color display view provided by cameras on the pickup and tailgate or looking through the cab’s large windows, increased visibility doesn’t just feel better. It improves windrow following, bale appearance and shortens the learning curve for new operators. Cab features include AM/FM Bluetooth with auxiliary input, foot pegs, tilt and telescoping steering and a refrigerator.
When it’s time to reload, don’t leave the field. An optional metal toolbox at the front of the machine carries up to three extra rolls of netwrap, and an optional net lift system raises the netwrap roll into the tailgate using a swing-out arm and switch.
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Numbers to know: ZR-4S specs and features that help save time in the field
0: The ZR-4S saves time in the field thanks to a zero-turn radius.
3: The ZR-4S comes with a 3-year pickup warranty on internal components including parts and labor (does not include teeth or hardware for teeth).
4: The ZR-4S makes 4-ft wide bales.
7: The ZR-4S removes seven steps from traditional baling.
- Push clutch pedal
- Push brake pedal
- Pull tailgate lever
- Push tailgate lever
- Release clutch
- Change gear selection
- Release clutch pedal
12: The ZR-4S has a baling speed up to 12 mph (19.3 km/hr).
14: The ZR-4S is illuminated by 14 LED lights that provide added visibility in dark conditions.
16: The ZR-4S comes equipped with 16 wireless sensors through TempSense that monitor bearing temperatures while baling, alerting you to potential inspection and maintenance issues before problems cost you time and money.
33: The ZR-4S has a transport speed up to 33 mph (53.1 km/hr).
200: The ZR-4S is powered by a 200-hp (149-kW) Cummins® Stage V 4.5L.
2,400: The ZR-4S has a maximum bale weight of 2,400 lbs (1,088.6 kg).
How to buy the Vermeer ZR-4S self-propelled baler through your local dealer
If you’re ready to upgrade your operation with a self-propelled baler, the Vermeer ZR-4S is available through the Vermeer dealer network — a team of local experts who understand your operation and can help you get the most from your equipment.