Excel Two-Ram Baler Models: 2R63D, 2R9D, 2R10D, 2R12D and 2R12D-XL Compared

By Hoosier Machinery Solutions – Wanatah, IN – May 25, 2026 – 9 min read

HMS is an authorized Excel baler dealer. Call (219) 733-2108 to request a quote on any Excel model.

Excel Baler’s 2R Series is one of the most well-regarded two-ram baler lineups in the recycling equipment industry. Five models cover a wide range of operations and volume requirements. All specs are drawn directly from Excel manufacturer documentation.

What Makes Excel Two-Ram Balers Different

Interlocking construction with bolt-in Hardox 400 replaceable wear liners – four solid steel sheets top, bottom, and both sides in seamless interlocking construction. Full platen penetration on every stroke – compresses material against all four chamber walls producing denser bales with consistent geometry. Excel Autonetics controls on 2R9D and above – absolute ram position sensing, automatic shear jam correction, integrated conveyor control, Castle Key safety interlocking entry system. Operator-free design – automated operation with conveyor infeed requires no full-time operator. UL and CUL approved with CE available.

Excel 2R63D

Entry-level two-ram, compact footprint, full penetration design. Motor: 20 HP TEFC. Main cylinder: twin 6-inch bore. Eject cylinder: 6 inch. Overall platen force: 159,467 lbs. Cycle time: 29 seconds (21 seconds short stroke). Feed opening: 54 inches wide by 40 inches long. Bale size: 60 x 48 x 30 inches. System pressure: 3,000 PSI. Machine weight: 32,730 lbs. OCC throughput: up to 4.2 TPH. Wire tier: Accent 470. Controls: touchscreen with automatic bale system and shear jam correction. Hydraulic reservoir: 105 gallons. Right for recyclers, printers, warehouses, and manufacturers needing two-ram capability without the footprint or electrical requirements of larger models.

Excel 2R9D

Mid-range workhorse, single motor, proven throughput. Motor: 50 HP TEFC, 460 volt, 3 phase. Main cylinder: 9-inch bore, 106-inch stroke, 6-inch chrome rod. Eject cylinder: 9-inch bore, 6-inch chrome rod. Overall platen force: 190,851 lbs (206,756 lbs maximum). Cycle time: 17 seconds. Feed opening: 40 inches wide by 65 inches long. Bale size: 60 x 45 x 30 inches. System pressure: 3,000 PSI automatic (3,250 maximum). Machine weight: 47,500 lbs. Hydraulic reservoir: 300 gallons. Pump: 100 GPM. Bale chamber penetration: 27 inches. OCC throughput: 3 to 5 TPH. Tin cans: 10 to 13 TPH. Newspaper: 10 to 17 TPH. MSW: 8.4 TPH. Insulated copper wire: 10.5 TPH. One-year Excel limited warranty parts and labor included. Right for recyclers, scrap yards, manufacturers with 5 to 15 tons per day of mixed materials.

Excel 2R10D

High-throughput dual motor, most popular model for demanding operations. Motor: two 50 HP TEFC (100 HP total), 460 volt, 3 phase. Main cylinder: 10-inch bore, 130-inch stroke, 7-inch chrome rod. Eject cylinder: 9-inch bore, 6-inch chrome rod. Overall platen force: 235,619 lbs (255,254 lbs maximum). Cycle time: 16 seconds. Feed opening: 40 inches wide by 90 inches long. Bale size: 60 x 45 x 30 inches. System pressure: 3,000 PSI automatic (3,250 maximum). Machine weight: 58,000 lbs. Hydraulic reservoir: 600 gallons. Pump: 200 GPM. Bale chamber penetration: 24 inches. OCC throughput: 8 to 12 TPH. Newspaper: 17 to 28 TPH. MSW: 8.4 TPH. Tin cans: 18 to 23 TPH. Insulated copper wire: 10.5 TPH. Right for high-volume distribution centers, large box plants, mid-size MRF operations with 15 to 40+ tons per day.

Excel 2R12D

High-force wide-body for demanding mixed material and high-volume operations. Motor: two 100 HP TEFC (200 HP total), 460 volt, 3 phase. Main cylinder: 12-inch bore, 145-inch stroke, 8.5-inch rod. Eject cylinder: 9-inch bore, 6-inch chrome rod. Overall platen force: 508,939 lbs. Cycle time: 12 seconds. Feed opening: 56 inches wide by 80 inches long. Bale size: 60 x 45 x 30 inches. System pressure: 4,500 PSI. Machine weight: 90,000 lbs. Hydraulic reservoir: 1,500 gallons. Pump: 600 GPM. Chamber floor: 1-1/4 inch plate plus 3/8 inch Hardox. Overall length: 33 feet 10 inches. Width: 18 feet. OCC throughput: 22 to 28 TPH. MSW: 41 to 57 TPH. Newspaper: 33 to 39 TPH. Non-ferrous scrap: 22 to 30 TPH. Tin cans: 37 to 49 TPH. Right for serious MRF operations, high-volume scrap yards, and industrial applications with demanding mixed material streams at 40 to 60+ tons per day.

Excel 2R12D-XL

Maximum capacity extended model, largest feed opening in the lineup. Same motor, cylinder, platen force, and reservoir as the 2R12D. Feed opening extended to 56 inches wide by 110 inches long. Cycle time: 14 seconds. Machine weight: 110,000 lbs. Overall length: 38 feet 10 inches. Designed for the highest-volume MRF and industrial recycling operations where infeed volume consistently maxes out the standard 2R12D 80-inch feed opening.

Side-by-Side Comparison Summary

2R63D: 20 HP, twin 6-inch main cylinder, 159,467 lbs platen force, 29 sec cycle, 54×40 inch feed opening, up to 4.2 TPH OCC. 2R9D: 50 HP, 9-inch main cylinder, 190,851 lbs platen force, 17 sec cycle, 40×65 inch feed opening, 3-5 TPH OCC. 2R10D: 100 HP, 10-inch main cylinder, 235,619 lbs platen force, 16 sec cycle, 40×90 inch feed opening, 8-12 TPH OCC. 2R12D: 200 HP, 12-inch main cylinder, 508,939 lbs platen force, 12 sec cycle, 56×80 inch feed opening, 22-28 TPH OCC. 2R12D-XL: 200 HP, 12-inch main cylinder, 508,939 lbs platen force, 14 sec cycle, 56×110 inch feed opening, 22-28 TPH OCC. All models feature Hardox 400 bolt-in wear liners, full platen penetration, NEMA 12 rated enclosures, UL and CUL approval, and available left-hand or right-hand eject.

Which Model Is Right for Your Operation

Choose the 2R63D for under 5 tons per day needing two-ram capability at compact footprint. Choose the 2R9D for 5 to 15 tons per day of mixed materials with simpler single-motor electrical service. Choose the 2R10D for 15 to 40+ tons per day needing the larger 90-inch feed opening and dual motor reliability – most common for high-volume distribution centers, large box plants, and mid-size MRFs. Choose the 2R12D or 2R12D-XL for 40 to 60+ tons per day requiring 500,000+ lbs platen force for MSW, heavy non-ferrous metals, or demanding mixed streams. Choose the XL when infeed volume consistently maxes out the standard 80-inch opening.

What Is Included With Every New Excel Two-Ram From HMS

Full Excel manufacturer warranty (one year parts and labor on 2R9D and above). Delivery and installation by HMS own team. Operator training before HMS leaves the site. Conveyor integration – HMS designs and installs slider bed or belt conveyor infeed systems if needed. After-sale service by the same team that installed the machine. Parts availability – HMS stocks Excel parts and sources anything not on hand. Financing available with approvals in as little as 24 hours. New machines qualify for Section 179 tax deduction in year of purchase.

Frequently Asked Questions

What Excel two-ram baler models are available?

Excel offers five two-ram baler models in the 2R Series: the 2R63D (20HP compact entry-level), the 2R9D (50HP mid-range), the 2R10D (100HP high-throughput), the 2R12D (200HP high-force wide-body), and the 2R12D-XL (200HP maximum capacity extended version).

What is the difference between the Excel 2R9D and 2R10D?

The 2R9D runs on a single 50HP motor with a 9-inch main cylinder and 190,851 lbs of platen force. The 2R10D uses two 50HP motors (100HP total) with a 10-inch main cylinder, 235,619 lbs of platen force, and a larger 40×90-inch feed opening versus the 2R9D’s 40×65-inch opening.

What makes the Excel 2R12D different from smaller Excel models?

The Excel 2R12D uses two 100HP motors (200HP total) and a 12-inch main cylinder at 4,500 PSI, generating 508,939 lbs of platen force – more than double the 2R10D. The 12-second cycle time and 56×80-inch feed opening handle very high-volume demanding mixed material operations. The 2R12D-XL extends the feed opening to 56×110 inches.

Is HMS an authorized Excel baler dealer?

Yes. Hoosier Machinery Solutions is an authorized Excel baler dealer selling new Excel two-ram balers backed by full manufacturer warranty. We also service Excel equipment in the field. Contact us at (219) 733-2108 or hoosiermachinery.com to request a quote.

Bottom Line

The Excel 2R Series covers from the compact 2R63D for warehouses and printers through the 2R12D-XL built for the highest-volume MRF operations. Every model shares interlocking construction, Hardox 400 wear liners, full platen penetration, and automated operation. HMS is an authorized Excel dealer handling delivery, installation, conveyor integration, and after-sale service with our own team. Call (219) 733-2108 or visit hoosiermachinery.com. Hoosier Machinery Solutions, 9450 W. US Highway 30, Wanatah, IN 46390.