RC20 Series Rotary Cutters
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Key Features & Specs
- Easy-to-maneuver
- Adjustable cutting height
- Balanced blade pan
- Puncture-resistant rear tires
- Working Width 48 in. (121.9 cm)
- PTO HP 18 - 45 hp (13.4 - 33.6 kW)
- Hitch Category Cat. 1, Cat.2
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Easy-to-maneuver deck
The round-back deck design on the RC20 Series Rotary Cutter enables easy maneuvering into tight corners and around trees, fences, and other hard-to-reach areas.
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Balanced blade pan reduces vibrations
There is one standard blade pan for all four sizes of the RC20 Series Rotary Cutters. The blade pan is stamped instead of fabricated and is statically balanced to reduce vibration.
The blade bar is thicker for added durability.
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iMatch™ hitch system provides quick and easy connections
The iMatch hitch system converts a tractor's 3-point hitch to fixed hooks and attaching points for a super-quick connection (the iMatch hitch is sold separately).
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Puncture-resistant rear tires
Choose a laminated or solid rubber rear tire for the RC20 Series Rotary Cutter. Both are puncture resistant.
The laminated tire is longer lasting and provides more support when working in sandy or lighter soil conditions.
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Adjustable cutting height
Adjusting the cutting height is easy. Along with adjusting a tractor's three-point linkage, simply move the support bar to the desired cutting height.
The RC20 Series Rotary Cutters go as low as 3.8 cm (1.5 in.) or as high as 22.9 cm (9 in.).
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Lower lip (Z-profile) increases durability and strength
The RC20 Series Rotary Cutters have a lower lip (Z-profile), which extends from the skid shoes to where the apron opens up. This Z-profile increases the overall durability and strength of the rotary cutter.
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Deck deflectors offered in chain or rubber
The front deck and deflector support are flush with the deck on the RC20 Series Rotary Cutters. This allows water and debris an unrestricted exit off the top of the deck.
These deflectors are available in:
- Rubber or chain on the front
- Metal or chain on the rear
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Reversible hitch accommodates many types of tractor hookups
The lower hitching point on the RC20 Series Rotary Cutter accommodates a reversible front hitch for smaller or older tractors.
Blade holder
Type | Round pan-type |
Diameter | 567 mm 22.3 in. |
Blades
Type | Heat treated, suction |
Width | 76 mm 3 in. |
Thickness | 13 mm 0.5 in. |
Tip speed | 66.5) m/s 13,090 fpm |
Capacity
Cutting diameter | 0-2.5 cm 0-1 in. |
Cutting chamber depth | 19 cm 7.5 in. |
Cutting height | 4-23 cm 1.5-9 in. |
Cutting width | 122 cm 48 in. |
Deck
Shape | Flat-open round back |
Type | Single |
Thickness | 11 gauge 3 mm 0.12 |
Dimensions
Overall length | 220 cm 87 in. |
Overall width | 129 cm 51 in. |
Driveline
Type | Shear bolt or slip clutch |
Gear case
Horsepower | 34 kW 45 hp |
Hitch
Type | Lift-type |
Category | Cat. 1, adaptable to Cat. 2 |
iMatch? compatible | Yes |
AutoHitch? compatible | Yes |
Safety
Markings | Standard |
Front deflector | Standard |
Rear deflector | Standard |
Set-up time
Labor hours | 1 |
Skirt
Thickness | 11 gauge 3 mm 0.12 |
Tractor compatibility
Tractor PTO | 540 rpm |
PTO category | ASAE 3 |
PTO horsepower | 13-33 kW 18-45 hp |
Warranty
Time period | 1 year |
Gearbox | 1 year |
Weight
Operating | 232 kg 512 lb |
Wheels
Quantity | 1 |
Type | Solid rubber or laminated |
Width laminated | 95 mm 3.75 in. |
Diameter rubber | 381 mm 15 in. |
Width rubber | 95 mm 3.75 in. |
Diameter laminated | 381 mm 15 in. |