Hustler TX205: Raúl’s 8-Year Partner in Feeding 800 Cattle Across Chile’s Los Ríos Region

In Chile’s Los Ríos Region, life is marked by rain, rivers, and resilience. Known for its emerald-green landscapes and rolling pastures, this southern territory is a dream for livestock—but it also tests the grit of every farmer who calls it home.

Among them is Raúl Maldonado, farm manager at Fundo Las Lomas. For Raúl, farming is not just about producing milk and meat—it’s about tradition, responsibility, and ensuring that every one of his 800 cattle is fed and cared for.

Review Raúl’s Journey in the following Video.

Raúl divides his time between two farms: one at Fundo Las Lomas and another property near Cancura. Together, they are home to 800 cattle—cows, heifers, and calves—all depending on him.

“Imagine, I feed here at Fundo Las Lomas and also on the other side, near the fish farm, all the way to Cancura. That’s my job. This is the machine I use to work on both farms,” Raúl explains.

His partner in this responsibility is the Hustler TX205 Trailed Bale Unroller , a machine he has trusted for more than eight years.

“More Than a Machine—A Partner”

When Raúl speaks about the Hustler Unrolla TX205, his words carry both pride and relief.

“It’s fully hydraulic, so everything is operated from inside the tractor. It eases my workload, and also the boss’s, since fewer people are needed.”

In an industry where labour shortages are common, the ability to feed hundreds of cattle alone is a breakthrough. What once took a crew of workers with forks and long hours now takes just one man, one tractor, and one Hustler TX205.

And it’s not just about saving time—it’s about doing the job better. The TX205, lays out forage in long, even windrows, making sure every animal has access to feed. Less trampling, less waste, more efficiency.

“The machine is super easy to move on dirt roads, in the fields, gravel roads”

The TX205, is no stranger to tough terrain. Its wide flotation tyres and stable frame handle gravel roads, muddy paddocks, and steep paths without compromise.

Raúl puts it simply: “The machine is super easy to move on dirt roads, in the fields, gravel roads.”

For farmers in Los Ríos, that means peace of mind. Whether the rain is pouring, or the ground is soft, the cattle still need to eat. The TX205, makes sure that happens—day after day, season after season.

“It makes my work easier, faster, and possible to do alone”

In farming, trust is everything. You trust the rain will come, the grass will grow, the animals will calve. And when it comes to machinery, Raúl’s trust has been earned over years of consistent performance.

He has worked with the Hustler TX205 for almost a decade, and it remains as reliable as the first day. “It makes my work easier, faster, and possible to do alone,” he reflects.

This reliability is not just convenience—it’s survival. In a region where weather can delay workers, where costs keep rising, and where every wasted bale matters, the TX205 ensures that no day, no animal, is left behind..

The Hustler TX205 Trailed Bale Unroller is built to make tough jobs easier:

• Hydraulic self-loading: Pick up and carry bales without leaving the tractor seat.
• Even forage distribution: Unrolls bales into consistent feed lines, ensuring more cows eat at once.
• Reduced waste: Prevents trampling and spoiling, meaning every bale goes further.
• Strong and stable: Handles heavy loads across uneven terrain without balance issues.
• Simple upkeep: Designed to last with minimal maintenance.

The Los Ríos Region has always been shaped by farming families—by their traditions, their resilience, and their ability to adapt. Raúl Maldonado’s story is one among many, but it shines a light on how modern tools can honour old values while overcoming new challenges.

Because in farming, there are no days off. And in Los Ríos, where the weather tests every farmer’s resolve, having a machine you can trust makes all the difference.

For eight years, the Hustler Unrolla TX205 has been more than a machine on Fundo Las Lomas. It has been a partner, a time-saver, and a guarantee that the work gets done—rain or shine.

Raúl’s story mirrors the values of farmers across Chile and South America: Hard work, in the face of long days and unpredictable weather; Independence, being able to get the job done without always relying on others; Efficiency, making the most of resources, labour, and time; Sustainability, feeding animals properly while reducing waste and caring for the land.

With the Hustler TX205, these values are not just ideals—they are practical realities lived out every day on Fundo Las Lomas.

Want to see how the Unrolla TX205 in action? Contact us today for a demo and discover how Hustler can transform your farm life.