John Deere RC20 Series Rotary Cutters

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  • Easy-to-maneuver
  • Adjustable cutting height
  • Balanced blade pan
  • Puncture-resistant rear tires 
  • Easy-to-maneuver
  • Adjustable cutting height
  • Balanced blade pan
  • Puncture-resistant rear tires 
Features
Specifications
Details

Features

  • PTO HP: 18 – 45 hp (13.4 – 33.6 kW)
  • Working Width: 48 in. (121.9 cm)
  • Hitch Category: Cat. 1 & Cat.2

Specifications

Blade holder

Diameter 567 mm
22.3 in.
Type Round pan-type
  • Deck deflectors offered in chain or rubber
  • Reversible hitch accommodates many types of tractor hookups
  • Easy-to-maneuver deck
  • Lower lip (Z-profile) increases durability and strength
  • Balanced blade pan reduces vibrations
  • Puncture-resistant rear tires
  • iMatch™ hitch system provides quick and easy connections
  • Adjustable cutting height
Features

Features

  • PTO HP: 18 – 45 hp (13.4 – 33.6 kW)
  • Working Width: 48 in. (121.9 cm)
  • Hitch Category: Cat. 1 & Cat.2
Specifications

Specifications

Blade holder - Diameter:
567 mm<br/>22.3 in.
Blade holder - Type:
Round pan-type
Blades - Thickness:
13 mm<br/>0.5 in.
Blades - Tip speed:
66.5) m/s<br/>13,090 fpm
Blades - Type:
Heat treated, suction
Blades - Width:
76 mm<br/>3 in.
Capacity - Cutting chamber depth:
19 cm<br/>7.5 in.
Capacity - Cutting diameter:
0-2.5 cm<br/>0-1 in.
Capacity - Cutting height:
4-23 cm<br/>1.5-9 in.
Capacity - Cutting width:
122 cm<br/>48 in.
Deck - Shape:
Flat-open round back
Deck - Thickness:
11 gauge<br/>3 mm<br/>0.12
Deck - Type:
Single
Dimensions - Overall length:
220 cm<br/>87 in.
Dimensions - Overall width:
129 cm<br/>51 in.
Driveline - Type:
Shear bolt or slip clutch
Gear case - Horsepower:
34 kW<br/>45 hp
Hitch - AutoHitch? compatible:
Yes
Hitch - Category:
Cat. 1, adaptable to Cat. 2
Hitch - iMatch? compatible:
Yes
Hitch - Type:
Lift-type
Safety - Front deflector:
Standard
Safety - Markings:
Standard
Safety - Rear deflector:
Standard
Set-up time - Labor hours:
1
Skirt - Thickness:
11 gauge<br/>3 mm<br/>0.12
Tractor compatibility - PTO category:
ASAE 3
Tractor compatibility - PTO horsepower:
13-33 kW<br/>18-45 hp
Tractor compatibility - Tractor PTO:
540 rpm
Warranty - Gearbox:
1 year
Warranty - Time period:
1 year
Weight - Operating:
232 kg<br/>512 lb
Wheels - Diameter laminated:
381 mm<br/>15 in.
Wheels - Diameter rubber:
381 mm<br/>15 in.
Wheels - Quantity:
1
Wheels - Type:
Solid rubber or laminated
Wheels - Width laminated:
95 mm<br/>3.75 in.
Wheels - Width rubber:
95 mm<br/>3.75 in.

Blade holder

Diameter 567 mm
22.3 in.
Type Round pan-type
Details

Deck deflectors offered in chain or rubber

Chain deflector shownChain deflector shown
Rubber deflector shownRubber deflector shown

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

Reversible hitch accommodates many types of tractor hookups

Low hitching point accommodates various tractorsLow hitching point accommodates various tractors

The lower hitching point on the RC20 Series Rotary Cutter accommodates a reversible front hitch for smaller or older tractors.

Easy-to-maneuver deck

Provides easy maneuvering in tight areasProvides easy maneuvering in tight areas

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.

Lower lip (Z-profile) increases durability and strength

Provides extra strength and durabilityProvides extra strength and durability

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.

Balanced blade pan reduces vibrations

Statically balanced to reduce vibrationStatically balanced to reduce vibration

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.

Puncture-resistant rear tires

Puncture resistant (laminated shown)Puncture resistant (laminated shown)
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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.

iMatch&trade; hitch system provides quick and easy connections

Provides quick and easy connectionProvides quick and easy connection

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).

Adjustable cutting height

Cutting heights of 3.8 cm to 22.9 cm (1.5 in. to 9 in.)Cutting heights of 3.8 cm to 22.9 cm (1.5 in. to 9 in.)

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.).

  • Deck deflectors offered in chain or rubber
  • Reversible hitch accommodates many types of tractor hookups
  • Easy-to-maneuver deck
  • Lower lip (Z-profile) increases durability and strength
  • Balanced blade pan reduces vibrations
  • Puncture-resistant rear tires
  • iMatch™ hitch system provides quick and easy connections
  • Adjustable cutting height

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