How to Set Up Bruder Bale Transport Trailer with Round Bales

Quick answer

To set up the Bruder 02220 Bale Transport Trailer, unfold the stanchions, attach it to any Bruder tractor with a front loader and fork attachment, then load the eight round bales for transport play.

Step-by-step setup and play guide

1. 1. Unfold the stanchions: The trailer comes with foldable stanchions. Lift each one into the upright position and lock it in place. This creates the frame that holds the round bales during transport. Make sure all stanchions are fully locked upright before loading bales to prevent them from tipping over.
2. 2. Attach the trailer to a tractor: Use any Bruder tractor equipped with a front loader and fork attachment. Align the trailer hitch with the tractor's coupling and press down until it clicks into place. The trailer is designed to work with standard Bruder tractor hitches. If the hitch feels loose, check that the coupling is fully engaged. A common mistake is not pressing down firmly enough.
3. 3. Load the round bales: Place the eight round bales onto the trailer between the stanchions. Arrange them in two rows of four for balanced weight distribution. The bales should sit snugly against the stanchions. Avoid stacking bales on top of each other—the trailer is designed for a single layer only.
4. 4. Transport and unload: Drive the tractor and trailer to your play barn or stable area. To unload, tilt the trailer bed (if your model allows) or lift each bale off using the tractor's front loader fork attachment. For realistic play, pretend the bales are being moved for winter feed storage. This adds a story element to the task.

Product facts

• Bruder 02220 Bale Transport Trailer with 8 Round Bales 20.12.8: The round bales of silage and straw, often seen in the fields in autumn, must be efficiently transported by the farmer from the field to the stable or barn. This transport is usually carried out using a special transport trailer, which is now also available in our range. This trailer lets you recreate a real autumn farming chore, adding educational value and realism to your Bruder farm play.