Description

When your round baler starts making strange noises or you notice the pickup isn’t feeding crop properly, a worn upper drive chain is often the culprit. This chain transfers power from the main drive to operate your baler’s pickup system, and when it stretches or wears out, you’ll know it. The good news is this replacement chain gets your baler back to making tight, consistent bales without breaking the bank.

What You’re Getting

Heavy-duty 60H chain construction built to handle the constant load of baling operations
209-pitch configuration provides the exact fit your John Deere baler needs
Carbon steel construction resists wear and stretching under heavy use
Single strand design reduces weight while maintaining strength for reliable power transfer
Precut to proper length with all necessary links and connector hardware included

Built for Real Farm Work

This chain fits a wide range of John Deere round balers including the 430, 435, 530, 535, 466, 467, 566, 567, 446, 456, 546, 556, 447, 457, 547, 557, 448, 458, 558, and 468 models. Whether you’re baling hay, straw, or crop residue, these balers handle everything from small square fields to large commercial operations where reliability matters most.

Made to Last

Round balers put tremendous strain on drive chains with constant starts, stops, and varying crop loads. This AgSmart chain uses heavy-link construction and quality carbon steel to stand up to the punishment. The 209-pitch design distributes loads evenly across the sprockets, reducing wear points that cause premature failure.

Good to Know

This is a direct replacement for OEM part numbers AE74446, AE56531, and AE74238. When installing, check your sprockets for wear and clean out any debris from the chain case. A little chain lubricant during installation helps everything run smoother and extends chain life. If you’re replacing this chain, it’s worth checking the lower drive chain too—they often wear at similar rates.