subject: Balers: How They Work And What They Do [print this page] Chamber balers usually produce bales between 48 to 72 inches in diameter and up to 60 inches in width. The bales can also weigh anywhere from 1,100 to 2,200 pounds depending on the material, the size of the bale and the moisture content. It is important to know about this piece of machinery especially if you are in the farming industry. It helps drastically with time and efficiency as well as helping get the job done the right way.