John Deere

RC20 Series Rotary Cutters

Manufacturer: John Deere
Model: RC20 Series Rotary Cutters
  • Easy-to-maneuver
  • Adjustable cutting height
  • Balanced blade pan
  • Puncture-resistant rear tires 

Reversible hitch accommodates many types of tractor hookups

Low hitching point accommodates various tractors
Low 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.

Balanced blade pan reduces vibrations

Statically balanced to reduce vibration
Statically 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.

Lower lip (Z-profile) increases durability and strength

Provides extra strength and durability
Provides 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.

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™ hitch system provides quick and easy connections

Provides quick and easy connection
Provides 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).

Deck deflectors offered in chain or rubber

Chain deflector shown
Chain deflector shown
Rubber deflector shown
Rubber 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

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.).

Easy-to-maneuver deck

Provides easy maneuvering in tight areas
Provides 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.

Blade holder - Diameter: 567 mm
22.3 in.
Driveline - Type: Shear bolt or slip clutch
Wheels - Width laminated: 95 mm
3.75 in.
Dimensions - Overall length: 220 cm
87 in.
Hitch - Category: Cat. 1, adaptable to Cat. 2
Tractor compatibility - Tractor PTO: 540 rpm
Deck - Shape: Flat-open round back
Blades - Tip speed: 66.5) m/s
13,090 fpm
Blades - Thickness: 13 mm
0.5 in.
Blades - Width: 76 mm
3 in.
Hitch - AutoHitch? compatible: Yes
Wheels - Diameter rubber: 381 mm
15 in.
Gear case - Horsepower: 34 kW
45 hp
Warranty - Gearbox: 1 year
Hitch - iMatch? compatible: Yes
Weight - Operating: 232 kg
512 lb
Capacity - Cutting height: 4-23 cm
1.5-9 in.
Capacity - Cutting chamber depth: 19 cm
7.5 in.
Wheels - Type: Solid rubber or laminated
Blade holder - Type: Round pan-type
Set-up time - Labor hours: 1
Warranty - Time period: 1 year
Capacity - Cutting width: 122 cm
48 in.
Skirt - Thickness: 11 gauge
3 mm
0.12
Capacity - Cutting diameter: 0-2.5 cm
0-1 in.
Blades - Type: Heat treated, suction
Tractor compatibility - PTO horsepower: 13-33 kW
18-45 hp
Deck - Type: Single
Hitch - Type: Lift-type
Safety - Markings: Standard
Wheels - Width rubber: 95 mm
3.75 in.
Wheels - Diameter laminated: 381 mm
15 in.
Dimensions - Overall width: 129 cm
51 in.
Safety - Front deflector: Standard
Wheels - Quantity: 1
Tractor compatibility - PTO category: ASAE 3
Deck - Thickness: 11 gauge
3 mm
0.12
Safety - Rear deflector: Standard
  • Hitch Category: Cat. 1 & Cat.2
  • Working Width: 48 in. (121.9 cm)
  • PTO HP: 18 – 45 hp (13.4 – 33.6 kW)
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