What Size Net Wrap Fits a Vermeer 604M? (48″ or 51″ Guide)

By the XES Netting team — bale net-wrap manufacturer · Updated May 31, 2026 · ~4 min read

Vermeer 604M net wrap quick specs

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Why 48″ or 51″ is the right size for the 604M

The 604M is Vermeer's 4-foot M-series baler (2007-2014), the predecessor to the 605M N-series. Many farms still run 604Ms alongside newer 605Ms, and both take the same wrap.

Net wrap width is determined by the chamber width of the baler, not the bale diameter. A 4-ft m-series baler like the Vermeer 604M has a chamber that accepts 48″ or 51″ wrap. Going narrower will leave bare patches at the bale edges (water ingress, hay loss); going wider than the chamber's tolerance jams the wrap roller or causes wrinkling.

XES customer service confirms the 4-ft chamber on the 604M natively accepts either width.

How many wraps per bale on a

XES guidance based on crop and storage:

• Silage (high moisture, short-term): 3 wraps
• Hay (dry, standard outdoor storage): 4 wraps
• Straw (low cohesion): 5 wraps
• Outdoor storage past 12 months or harsh UV/freeze-thaw: add 1 extra wrap

At the typical settings above, one roll yields approximately 615 bales per roll at 4 wraps per 4-ft bale; roughly 820 at 3 wraps (silage).

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Frequently asked questions

What size net wrap does a Vermeer 604M use?

A Vermeer 604M accepts either 48-inch (122 cm) or 51-inch (130 cm) net wrap. XES SKU E48X9840G ($239.99) is the standard fit; SKU E51X9840G ($249.99) is the wider option.

Should I pick 48-inch or 51-inch for my 604M?

If your hay is going under cover within a few weeks, 48-inch is the standard chamber width and gives a clean, square-edge bale. If you store bales outdoors for 6+ months, 51-inch overhangs slightly and provides extra edge protection against rain ingress.

Do I need any kit on my 604M to run XES net wrap?

No. The 604M chamber accepts XES net wrap without any modification.

How many bales will one roll of XES 48-inch net wrap make on a 604M?

One 9,840-ft roll yields approximately 615 bales per roll at 4 wraps per 4-ft bale; roughly 820 at 3 wraps (silage).

Is XES net wrap a CoverEdge alternative for the 604M?

XES is a high-quality standard net wrap that fits the 604M chamber. CoverEdge is an OEM-branded edge-to-edge product. For balers that accept either, XES delivers similar field performance at 30-50% lower cost.

Why XES net wrap is the right pick

• 680 lb breaking strength — handles dense bales without splitting.
• DLG-certified (German Agricultural Society Report #7439) — independently tested.
• Factory-direct pricing — 30-50% under dealer wrap.
• 12-month UV protection — bales hold shape even outdoors.
• Free US shipping — delivered to your farm at no extra cost.
• Pallet pricing available — 16 or 20 rolls with free freight, ideal for co-ops and large operations.

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Inline photo: Vermeer baler by Quinn Dombrowski, licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.