Fortima Round balers

Fortima Round balers

Fixed or Variable Chamber Round Balers with Optional Precision Cutting | Exclusive KRONE Dealer

  • Bale size: 1.25 m or 1.55 m fixed / 1.00 m–1.50 m variable
  • Pick-up working width: 2.05 m (all models)
  • Power requirement: 50 hp

The KRONE Fortima is a straightforward, powerful round baler available in four configurations: the fixed-chamber Fortima F 1250 and F 1600 (with or without the MultiCut precision cutting system), and the variable-chamber Fortima V 1500 MC, which produces bales anywhere from 1.00 m to 1.50 m in diameter from a single machine. Every Fortima uses the same proven chain-and-slat elevator as the Bellima, paired with the camless KRONE EasyFlow pick-up for smooth, low-maintenance crop intake across hay, straw, and silage. The optional MultiCut rotor cutting system adds up to 17 blades for short, consistent chops that boost bale density and speed up feed-out.

As the exclusive authorised KRONE dealer in the UAE, Al Shirawi Enterprises supplies the complete Fortima range along with genuine spare parts and after-sales support across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and Ras Al Khaimah.

The right model for every field of use

Specification Fortima F 1250 Fortima F 1250 MC Fortima F 1600 Fortima F 1600 MC Fortima V 1500 MC
Bale size (Ø × width) 1.25 m × 1.20 m 1.25 m × 1.20 m 1.55 m × 1.20 m 1.55 m × 1.20 m 1.00–1.50 m × 1.20 m
Bale chamber Fixed Fixed Fixed Fixed Variable
Cutting system MultiCut, up to 17 blades MultiCut, up to 17 blades MultiCut, up to 17 blades
Machine dimensions (L × W × H) 4.20 × 2.57 × 2.49 m 4.20 × 2.57 × 2.49 m 4.36 × 2.57 × 2.62 m 4.36 × 2.57 × 2.62 m 4.52 × 2.57 × 2.70 m
Pick-up working width 2.05 m 2.05 m 2.05 m 2.05 m 2.05 m
Power requirement 36 kW / 50 hp 36 kW / 50 hp 36 kW / 50 hp 36 kW / 50 hp 36 kW / 50 hp

Why Choose the Fortima Round Baler?

Why Buy Your KRONE Fortima from Al Shirawi Enterprises?

Al Shirawi Enterprises is the exclusive authorised KRONE dealer in the UAE, supplying the full range of KRONE forage harvesting equipment — round balers, rotary rakes, tedders, mowers, and forage wagons — backed by genuine parts and dedicated after-sales support.

  • Exclusive Authorised KRONE Dealer, UAE

    Sole guarantee of certified technical support and warranty protection.

  • 24/7 After-Sales & Servicing Support

    Full lifecycle backup to protect uptime through the harvest window.

  • Genuine KRONE Spare Parts, UAE-Wide Stock

    Fast turnaround, no counterfeit-parts risk.

  • On-Site Demonstrations

    We bring the Fortima to your farm before you commit.

Our Service Network Covers:

  • Dubai
  • Sharjah
  • Abu Dhabi
  • Al Ain
  • Ras Al Khaimah
  • Fujairah — UAE-wide

Applications

Where the Fortima Delivers Best Performance

  • Hay, straw, and silage baling where different bale sizes or higher bale densities are needed
  • Silage operations wanting smaller-diameter bales (easier handling and feed-out) via the variable-chamber V 1500 MC
  • Straw and hay operations wanting larger-diameter bales for efficiency via the F 1600
  • Operations wanting the option of short, consistent chops (MultiCut) for faster silage fermentation and easier bale break-up
  • Farms already running KRONE Swadro rakes and Vendro tedders — Fortima is the natural next step after raking

What to Look For in a Round Baler UAE Buying Checklist

Requirement Why It Matters Fortima (Al Shirawi Enterprises)
Bale chamber flexibility Fixed size vs. variable diameter changes handling and feed-out logistics Choice of fixed (1.25 m/1.55 m) or variable (1.00–1.50 m) chamber
Cutting system Chopped material bales denser and breaks up faster for feeding Optional MultiCut, up to 17 blades, selectable blade groups
Pick-up design Cam-track pick-ups wear faster and need more maintenance Camless EasyFlow pick-up, 2.05 m width
Dealer authorisation Determines warranty validity and genuine service access Exclusive authorised KRONE dealer in UAE
Spare parts sourcing Grey-market parts risk failure and void warranty Genuine KRONE parts, stocked UAE-wide
After-sales service Directly affects machine uptime during narrow harvest windows Dedicated after-sales and on-farm support

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the KRONE Fortima round baler used for?

The Fortima is a round baler used for hay, straw, and silage, available with a fixed bale chamber (1.25 m or 1.55 m diameter) or a variable bale chamber that produces anywhere from 1.00 m to 1.50 m diameter bales from a single machine. An optional MultiCut cutting system chops the crop for denser, faster-fermenting bales.

What’s the difference between the Fortima and Bellima?

Both use the same chain-and-slat elevator concept. Bellima is a simpler, single-bale-size fixed-chamber baler (1.20 m only) with a lower 34 hp power requirement — a good entry-level option. Fortima adds a choice of fixed or variable chamber sizes, a wider 2.05 m camless EasyFlow pick-up, and an optional MultiCut precision cutting system, at a 50 hp power requirement — suited to operations wanting more bale-size flexibility or the option to chop the crop.

What does the MultiCut cutting system do?

MultiCut is KRONE’s precision rotor cutting system, fitting up to 17 blades to chop crop into 64 mm lengths as it enters the bale chamber. Shorter chops absorb liquids more readily (useful for silage), pack more densely into each bale, and break up faster and more easily at feed-out. Blade groups can be selected (17, 15, 7, or 0 blades) to match the crop and desired chop length.

What’s the difference between the fixed and variable chamber Fortima models?

Fixed-chamber models (F 1250, F 1600) always produce one bale diameter. The variable-chamber V 1500 MC uses two chain-and-slat elevators and hydraulic tensioning to produce bales anywhere from 1.00 m to 1.50 m in diameter from the same machine — smaller diameters suit silage (easier handling), larger diameters suit hay and straw (better efficiency, less wrapping material per tonne).

What is the price of a KRONE Fortima in UAE?

Pricing depends on the model, chamber type, cutting system, and optional equipment (net wrapping, Comfort electronics, tandem axle, ISOBUS terminal, etc.). Contact Al Shirawi Enterprises directly at +971 4 371 8585 or submit a quote request online for a model-specific commercial offer.

Where can I buy a KRONE Fortima round baler in Dubai?

Al Shirawi Enterprises is the exclusive authorised KRONE dealer in the UAE, with sales and service coverage across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Al Ain, and Ras Al Khaimah.

Does Al Shirawi Enterprises supply genuine KRONE spare parts for the Fortima?

Yes. Al Shirawi Enterprises stocks genuine KRONE spare parts across the UAE and provides scheduled maintenance and on-site service support for the Fortima range.